Donauinsel, Vienna

Name: Donauinsel
Address: Vienna, Austria

#400 among attractions in Vienna

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The Donauinsel is a long, narrow artificial island in central Vienna, Austria, lying between the Danube river and the parallel excavated channel Neue Donau. The island is 21.1 km in length, but is only 70–210 m wide. The New Danube waterway is practically an elongated lake, technically a diluvian bed. It has been described as an "autobahn for swimmers", due to its use by people commuting to work. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.51 mi²Coordinates: 48°13'22"N, 16°24'0"E

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LeopoldstadtVienna Austria

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Donauinsel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wurstelprater, Hundertwasserhaus, Urania, Augarten.

0.5 miS
Amusement, Amusement park
Wurstelprater, Vienna
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Wurstelprater, colloquially known simply as Prater, is an iconic amusement park that has been delighting visitors for centuries. Established as a public leisure space in the second half of the 18th century, the park features an...
1.1 miS
Architecture
Hundertwasserhaus, Vienna
29 min walk • The Hundertwasserhaus is an architectural marvel nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This residential building complex stands out from the traditional cityscape with its vibrant colors, organic forms, and lush greenery.
1.1 miSW
Nightlife, Art Nouveau architecture, Cinema
Urania, Vienna
28 min walk • Urania is a cultural beacon nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria, known for its diverse program of cinematic experiences. This historic institution, which doubles as a public observatory, has been an integral part of Vienna's cultural landscape since its...
1.1 miW
Park
Augarten, Vienna
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Augarten stands as an oasis of tranquility and greenery amidst the bustling city life. This historic park, known for its meticulously manicured Baroque gardens, stretches across 52.2 hectares, offering a serene escape for both locals...
~1470 ftNE
Church, Art Nouveau architecture, Romanesque revival architecture
St. Francis of Assisi Church, Vienna
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the St. Francis of Assisi Church stands as a beacon of faith and architectural beauty. This Catholic church is not only a place of worship but also a site that attracts visitors with its stunning design and serene ambiance.
1.1 miNW
Museum
Bezirksmuseum Brigittenau, Vienna
29 min walk • District Museum Brigittenau is a local museum in Brigittenau a district of Vienna, Austria / EU. It is located at the address Dresdner Straße 79.
1.1 miS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Museum of Art Fakes, Vienna
28 min walk • The Museum of Art Fakes is a museum of faked and forged artworks that opened in Vienna, Austria in 2005. This small, privately run museum in the Landstraße district is the only one of its kind in the German-speaking world.
0.9 miS
Art museum focusing on Hundertwasser
KunstHausWien, Vienna
22 min walk • The KunstHausWien is a museum in Vienna, designed by the artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. This museum in the Landstraße district houses the world's only permanent exhibition of Hundertwasser's works, and also hosts regular temporary exhibitions of other artists.
1 miW
Museum
Wiener Kriminalmuseum, Vienna
27 min walk • The Vienna Crime Museum is a crime museum in Vienna, Austria. The museum is located in the Seifensiederhaus at 24 Großen Sperlgasse, one of the oldest buildings in Leopoldstadt, the city's second district.
0.5 miSW
Public park with iconic giant wheel
Prater, Vienna
14 min walk • The Prater is a large public park in Leopoldstadt, Vienna, Austria. The Wurstelprater, an amusement park that is often simply called "Prater", lies in one corner of the Wiener Prater and includes the Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel.
0.5 miSW
Square
Praterstern, Vienna
13 min walk • Praterstern is a major square in the Leopoldstadt district of Vienna, Austria. The square features the column to Admiral Wilhelm von Tegetthoff. Located and named after it are the Wien Praterstern railway station, and the connecting Praterstern, on lines U1 and U2.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Donauinsel?

Nearby attractions include Mexikoplatz, Vienna (6 min walk), St. Francis of Assisi Church, Vienna (8 min walk), Madame Tussauds Wien, Vienna (11 min walk), Riesenrad, Vienna (12 min walk).

How to get to Donauinsel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Donauinsel:

Bus

Harkortstraße • Lines: 82A (2 min walk)
Max-Winter-Platz • Lines: 82A (4 min walk)

Metro

Vorgartenstraße • Lines: U1 (2 min walk)
Praterstern • Lines: U1, U2 (10 min walk)

Tram

Krakauer Straße • Lines: O (9 min walk)
Mühlfeldgasse • Lines: 5, O (13 min walk)

Train

Wien Praterstern (12 min walk)
Prater Hauptbahnhof (14 min walk)