Ducal Crypt, Vienna

Name: Ducal Crypt
Address: Vienna, Austria

#103 among attractions in Vienna

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Facts and practical information

The Ducal Crypt is a burial chamber beneath the chancel of Stephansdom in Vienna, Austria. It holds 78 containers with the bodies, hearts, or viscera of 72 members of the House of Habsburg. ()

Local name: Herzogsgruft Coordinates: 48°12'30"N, 16°22'22"E

Address

Innere Stadt (Kärntner Viertel)Vienna Austria

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Day trips

Ducal Crypt – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Graben, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Stock im Eisen, Kärntner Straße.

~530 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Graben, Vienna
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~50 ftE
Medieval place of worship and city icon
St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna
1 min walk • St. Stephen's Cathedral, a majestic symbol of Vienna, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and religious heritage. This Gothic structure, with its distinctive, ornately patterned, tiled roof, is one of Austria's most significant landmarks.
~310 ftSW
Tree
Stock im Eisen, Vienna
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria, the Stock im Eisen is a peculiar and intriguing landmark that captures the imagination of locals and tourists alike. The name, which translates to "Staff in Iron," refers to a tree trunk that has been densely studded with nails...
~1020 ftS
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Kärntner Straße, Vienna
5 min walk • Kärntner Straße is the quintessential shopping avenue in the heart of Vienna, Austria, renowned for its elegant charm and extensive array of retail options. As a bustling pedestrian zone, it stretches from the State Opera to Stephansplatz, offering locals...
~740 ftW
Memorial column for plague victims
Pestsäule, Vienna
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~710 ftS
Shopping, Department store
Steffl, Vienna
4 min walk • Steffl Department Store stands as a beacon of luxury shopping in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This premier shopping destination, located on Kärntner Straße, is known for its high-end goods and exceptional customer service, making it a must-visit for fashion...
~880 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Dorotheergasse, Vienna
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~1110 ftSW
Resting place for the Imperial Habsburgs
Imperial Crypt, Vienna
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Imperial Crypt, also known as the Capuchin Crypt (Kapuzinergruft), offers a solemn yet fascinating window into the history of the Habsburg dynasty. As the principal place of burial for members of the House of Habsburg, the crypt...
~790 ftNW
Baroque church with organ concerts
Peterskirche, Vienna
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~980 ftNE
48°12'38"N • 16°22'30"E
Kletterzentrum Austria, Vienna
5 min walk • Climbing
~530 ftE
1700s apartment where Mozart composed
Mozarthaus Vienna, Vienna
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ducal Crypt?

Nearby attractions include St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna (1 min walk), Virgilkapelle, Vienna (1 min walk), Church of the Teutonic Order, Vienna (2 min walk), Stock im Eisen, Vienna (2 min walk).

How to get to Ducal Crypt by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ducal Crypt:

Metro

Stephansplatz • Lines: U1, U3 (2 min walk)
Stubentor • Lines: U3 (8 min walk)

Bus

Stephansplatz • Lines: 1A, 2A, 3A (2 min walk)
Rotenturmstraße • Lines: 2A (4 min walk)

Tram

Schwedenplatz • Lines: 1, 2, Vrt (9 min walk)
Weihburggasse • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Oper, Karlsplatz • Lines: 62, Wlb (12 min walk)
Karlsplatz • Lines: 1, 62, Wlb (15 min walk)

Ferry

Nationalparkboot Lobau (13 min walk)

Train

Wien Mitte (15 min walk)
Wien Rennweg (28 min walk)