Vienna Basin, Vienna

Name: Vienna Basin
Address: Vienna, Austria

#407 among attractions in Vienna

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The Vienna Basin is a geologically young tectonic burial basin and sedimentary basin in the seam area between the Alps, the Carpathians and the Pannonian Plain. Although it topographically separates the Alps from the Western Carpathians, it connects them geologically via corresponding rocks underground. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°12'20"N, 16°22'26"E

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Innere Stadt (Kärntner Viertel)Vienna Austria

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Vienna Basin – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Graben, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Memorial against war and fascism, Stock im Eisen.

~1250 ftNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Graben, Vienna
7 min walk • Graben is one of the most prestigious and affluent shopping districts in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This grand boulevard, which traces its roots back to the Roman times, has evolved into a bustling haven for shoppers and a must-visit destination for tourists seeking...
~1040 ftN
Medieval place of worship and city icon
St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna
6 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.
~1210 ftW
Memorial
Memorial against war and fascism, Vienna
6 min walk • In the heart of Vienna, Austria, stands a profound reminder of the atrocities of war and the importance of peace. The Memorial against War and Fascism is a cultural landmark that serves as a poignant tribute to the victims of the Nazi regime during World War II.
~1010 ftNW
Tree
Stock im Eisen, Vienna
5 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...
~640 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Kärntner Straße, Vienna
4 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...
~510 ftNW
Shopping, Department store
Steffl, Vienna
3 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
Resting place for the Imperial Habsburgs
Imperial Crypt, Vienna
5 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...
~1030 ftN
1700s apartment where Mozart composed
Mozarthaus Vienna, Vienna
5 min walk • The Mozarthaus Vienna was Mozart's residence from 1784 to 1787. This building in Vienna's Old Town, not far from St. Stephen's Cathedral, is his only surviving Viennese residence and is now a museum.
~980 ftS
48°12'10"N • 16°22'22"E
Edelweiss Center, Vienna
5 min walk • Climbing
~810 ftN
Museum, Church
Church of the Teutonic Order, Vienna
4 min walk • The Church of the Teutonic Order, also known as the Church of Saint Elisabeth of Hungary, is the mother church of the Teutonic Order, a German-based Roman Catholic religious order formed at the end of the 12th century. Located in Vienna, Austria, near the Stephansdom, it is the current seat of the Grand Master of the Order.
~1260 ftNW
Museum of city's Jewish life and history
Jewish Museum Vienna, Vienna
7 min walk • The Jüdisches Museum Wien, trading as Jüdisches Museum der Stadt Wien GmbH or the Jewish Museum Vienna, is a museum of Jewish history, life and religion in Austria.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vienna Basin?

Nearby attractions include Central Bathhouse Vienna, Vienna (2 min walk), Ronacher, Vienna (2 min walk), Franciscan Church, Vienna (2 min walk), Haus der Musik, Vienna (2 min walk).

How to get to Vienna Basin by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vienna Basin:

Tram

Weihburggasse • Lines: 2 (5 min walk)
Oper, Karlsplatz • Lines: 1, 2, 62, 71, D, U2Z (8 min walk)

Metro

Stephansplatz • Lines: U1, U3 (6 min walk)
Stubentor • Lines: U3 (7 min walk)

Bus

Plankengasse • Lines: 2A (6 min walk)
Kärntner Straße • Lines: 2A (6 min walk)

Light rail

Oper, Karlsplatz • Lines: 62, Wlb (8 min walk)
Karlsplatz • Lines: 1, 62, Wlb (11 min walk)

Train

Wien Mitte (13 min walk)
Wien Rennweg (23 min walk)

Ferry

Nationalparkboot Lobau (18 min walk)