Josefstadt, Vienna

Name: Josefstadt
Address: Vienna, Austria

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Josefstadt is the eighth district of Vienna. It is near the center of Vienna and was established as a district in 1850, but borders changed later. Josefstadt is a heavily populated urban area with many workers and residential homes. It has a population of 24,279 people. With an area of 1.08 km², Josefstadt is the smallest district in Vienna, and was named after the Holy Roman Emperor Joseph I. ()

Alternative names: Area: 0.42 mi²Coordinates: 48°12'38"N, 16°21'6"E

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Nearby attractions include: Austrian Parliament Building, City Hall, Votivkirche, Burgtheater.

~1870 ftSE
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Austrian Parliament Building, Vienna
10 min walk • The Austrian Parliament Building stands as a monumental testament to democracy and architectural grandeur in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This iconic edifice, situated on the Ringstraße boulevard, is a striking example of neoclassical architecture, designed by the...
~1360 ftE
Neo-Gothic city hall built 1872-1883
City Hall, Vienna
7 min walk • Vienna's City Hall, known as Rathaus, is an iconic landmark that stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Austrian capital. This Neo-Gothic building, completed in 1883, serves as the seat of the city's local government, including the office of the Mayor of Vienna...
0.5 miNE
Neo Gothic church with an on-site museum
Votivkirche, Vienna
13 min walk • Rising majestically in the heart of Vienna, the Votivkirche stands as an architectural marvel and a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This neo-Gothic church, located on the Ringstraße within the Alsergrund district, was consecrated in 1879 after 23...
0.5 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Burgtheater, Vienna
12 min walk • The Burgtheater in Vienna, Austria, stands as a beacon of high culture and theatrical excellence, embodying the rich tradition of European drama and performance. As one of the most important German-speaking theaters in the world, this venerable institution has been...
0.5 miSE
Regal public park open since the 1820s
Volksgarten, Vienna
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Volksgarten is an oasis of tranquility and beauty that offers a delightful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. This charming park, a feature of Austria's capital, is a perfect example of the city's dedication to public...
0.5 miSE
Palace, Neo-renaissance architecture, Theophil Hansen
Palais Epstein, Vienna
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria, stands the Palais Epstein, a resplendent example of 19th-century architecture and design. This grand building, located near the Austrian Parliament, is more than just a stunning sight; it is a piece of Vienna's rich cultural...
~1450 ftSE
Baroque architecture, Palace
Palais Auersperg, Vienna
7 min walk • Palais Auersperg, originally called Palais Rosenkavalier, is a Baroque palace at Auerspergstraße 1 in the Josefstadt or eighth district of Vienna, Austria.
~1580 ftE
Memorial
Rathausmann, Vienna
8 min walk • Rathausmann is a monument on the top of the city hall in Rathaus, Vienna, Austria. Rathausmann is one of the symbols of Vienna. The statue itself is 5.4 meters tall, and its armor was modeled after that of Emperor Maximilian I.
0.4 miE
Square
Rathausplatz, Vienna
11 min walk • The Rathausplatz is a square in Vienna, Austria. The Rathausplatz is in the Innere Stadt, near the new Rathaus, after which it is named.
~1040 ftSW
Baroque architecture, Palace
Palais Strozzi, Vienna
6 min walk • Palais Strozzi is a palace in Vienna, Austria. It was owned by the Strozzi family. The palace is located in the VIII. district of Vienna Josefstadt, was built between 1699 and 1702 for Countess Maria Katharina Strozzi, née Khevenhüller. Today the finance offices for the VIII. XVI. and XVII. districts are located there.
0.4 miS
Baroque architecture, Church
Ulrich, Vienna
12 min walk • St. Ulrich is a Roman Catholic parish and church in Neubau, the 7th district of Vienna, Austria. The official name of the church is Pfarrkirche hl. Ulrich und Maria Trost, it is also known as Ulrichskirche. The Baroque hall church with two towers was built in 1721. It is consecrated to St. Ulrich and St. Mary.

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Which popular attractions are close to Josefstadt?

Nearby attractions include Theater in der Josefstadt, Vienna (2 min walk), Piarist Church, Vienna (3 min walk), Vienna's English Theatre, Vienna (5 min walk), Austrian Museum of Folk Life and Folk Art, Vienna (5 min walk).

How to get to Josefstadt by public transport?

The nearest stations to Josefstadt:

Bus

Theater in der Josefstadt • Lines: 13A, N71 (3 min walk)
Lederergasse/Josefstädter Straße • Lines: 13A, N71 (4 min walk)

Tram

Lederergasse/Josefstädter Straße • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)
Rathaus • Lines: 2 (5 min walk)

Metro

Volkstheater • Lines: U3 (13 min walk)
Josefstädter Straße • Lines: U6 (15 min walk)

Light rail

Oper, Karlsplatz • Lines: 62, Wlb (27 min walk)
Karlsplatz • Lines: 1, 62, Wlb (28 min walk)

Ferry

Nationalparkboot Lobau (28 min walk)

Train

Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof (31 min walk)
Wien Westbahnhof (31 min walk)