St. Stephen's Cathedral

Vienna, Austria

St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna’s second‑most visited landmark, is a Gothic masterpiece distinguished by its multicolored tiled roof and soaring spire. Visitors can explore the nave, catacombs, and climb the tower for city vistas, all for a 29 EUR admission.

Why choose St. Stephen's Cathedral

You’ll feel the pulse of Vienna’s history in a space that blends medieval architecture with panoramic views you won’t find elsewhere. The climb up the tower rewards you with a unique perspective of the city’s rooftops and beyond.

Best for: History lovers · Architecture · Photography · First-timers

Start your Vienna morning at St. Stephen's

Begin with the cathedral’s interior and tower, then wander to nearby cafés for coffee and lunch.

1. Morning — St. Stephen's Cathedral
2. 11:00 — Café Central
3. Lunch — Zanoni & Zanoni

Visit tips

• Buy the tower ticket online to avoid the main queue.
• Visit the catacombs early; they can get crowded later in the day.
• Buy tickets online to skip the queue at the tower entrance.
• Allow about 90 minutes for the interior, catacombs, and tower ascent.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
• Best time of day: Early morning, before 9:00
• Entry: €29
• Category: church
• Rated 4.4 by 24728 reviewers
• Tags: tower views, historical site, city skyline, guided tours

Nearby attractions

• Café Central — cafe, 8 min walk
• Café Sacher — cafe, 7 min walk
• Plachutta Wollzeile — restaurant, 5 min walk
• Zanoni & Zanoni — restaurant, 2 min walk
• Reinthaler's Beisl — restaurant, 3 min walk
• Secession — attraction, 13 min walk

More things to do in Vienna

• Schönbrunn Zoo
• Schweizerhaus
• Café Central
• Café Sacher
• Plachutta Wollzeile
• Zanoni & Zanoni

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