Ottakring
Vienna
Popular places to visit
Schönbrunn Palace
Visit the world’s oldest zoo, find your way through an 18th-century maze or take a tour around the opulent summer castle of Austria’s former ruling family.
Vienna State Opera
See a performance, visit the nearby opera museum or simply admire the architecture in one of the world’s most revered opera houses.
Vienna Christmas Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Vienna Christmas Market during your trip to Vienna. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Hofburg Imperial Palace
Browse splendid museums and opulent rooms and visit theaters and equestrian shows in this historic residential estate of the powerful Habsburg dynasty.
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Inspiring designs, religious artworks, intriguing legends and great views are featured in the city’s prominent Gothic building, the seat of Vienna’s archbishop.
Stephansplatz
Vienna’s geographic heart buzzes with street performers, horse-drawn carriages and a procession of shoppers, sightseers and seekers of perfect coffee.
Things to do
Vienna PASS: 1, 2, 3, or 6 Days of Sightseeing
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Vienna: Mozart & Strauss Concert in Schoenbrunn
Vienna: Classical Music Concert in the World-Famous Musikverein
Evening in Schönbrunn: Dinner & Classical Concert
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour
Top hotels in Ottakring
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
Staff super helpful/friendly. Good location for easy access to public transport into central Vienna
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
I love the breakfast at this hotel. Amazing staff and perfect location. It’s just right across the main train station. We will use this hotel again for sure when we come back.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
Convenient location, uncomfortable beds, lukewarm shower, dirty showers, only instant coffee.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
MOOONS
Food and bar are excellent.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hampton By Hilton Vienna City West
The breakfast menu is great and satisfying. Staff are helpful and accommodating. Location is a plus, right across the train station. And the beddings and pillows, so love it, we have comfort and nice relaxation. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Prize by Radisson, Vienna City
It’s very convenient since it’s a 2-3 minute walk to the train station. Breakfast is average. Juice is kinda water down but good if you don’t like it to be sweet. It’s a self check-in and you make your own key cards.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ottakring
Schottenfeld
While you're in Schottenfeld, take in top sights like Lugner City or Mariahilfer Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kaiserstraße/Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Kaiserstraße, Burggasse Tram Stop.
Josefstadt
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Josefstadt. Top attractions like Piaristenkirche and Theater in der Josefstadt are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Florianigasse Tram Stop or Laudongasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus
Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus. Top attractions like Mariahilfer Street and Wiener Stadthalle are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mariahilfer Straße, Geibelgasse Tram Stop or Staglgasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Neubau
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like MuseumsQuartier and Leopold Museum, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Alservorstadt
If you're spending time in Alservorstadt, check out sights like Pathologisch-anatomische Sammlung im Narrenturm or Strudlhofstiege and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lazarettgasse Tram Stop or Lange Gasse Tram Stop.
Vienna City Hall Area
Consider a visit to Vienna Christmas Market and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Vienna City Hall Area. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rathaus U-Bahn or Rathausplatz/Burgtheater Tram Stop.
