Universität Wien, Vienna

Name: Universität Wien
Address: Universitaetsring 1, Vienna, 1010, Austria
Telephone: 43431427717675

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Facts and practical information

The University of Vienna is a public research university located in Vienna, Austria. It was founded by Duke Rudolph IV in 1365 and is the oldest university in the German-speaking world. With its long and rich history, the university has developed into one of the largest universities in Europe, and also one of the most renowned, especially in the Humanities. It is associated with 21 Nobel prize winners and has been the academic home to many scholars of historical as well as of academic importance. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1365 (659 years ago)Coordinates: 48°12'48"N, 16°21'27"E

Address

Universitaetsring 1Innere Stadt (Schottenviertel)Vienna 1010 Austria

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43431427717675

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Day trips

Universität Wien – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1950 ftS
Theophil Hansen
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...
~950 ftS
Neo-Gothic city hall built 1872-1883
City Hall, Vienna
5 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...
~830 ftNE
Neo Gothic church with an on-site museum
Votivkirche, Vienna
4 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...
~1490 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Burgtheater, Vienna
8 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...
0.4 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Kaiserappartements, Vienna
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Kaiserappartements stand as a testament to the grandeur of the Habsburg monarchy. This opulent series of rooms within the Hofburg Palace was once the private residence of Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife, Empress Elisabeth, also...
~1700 ftSE
Baroque architecture, Palace, Architecture
Palais Kinsky, Vienna
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria, Palais Kinsky is a magnificent palace that stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural grandeur. This Baroque masterpiece, located on the Freyung Square, was completed in 1719 and is renowned for its...
~1190 ftE
Palace, Neo-renaissance architecture, Theophil Hansen
Palais Ephrussi, Vienna
6 min walk • Palais Ephrussi is a former Ringstraßenpalais in Vienna. It was built for the Ephrussi family of financiers by Theophil Freiherr von Hansen, the architect of the Austrian Parliament Building.
0.4 miSE
Art-filled 1200s church with unique roof
Minoritenkirche, Vienna
11 min walk • The Minoritenkirche, formally called Italienische Nationalkirche Maria Schnee, was built in French Gothic style in the Altstadt or First District of Vienna, Austria. In June 2021 the Society of Saint Pius X received the church as a gift.
0.4 miE
Baroque architecture, Palace
Palais Harrach, Vienna
10 min walk • Palais Harrach is a Baroque palace in Vienna, Austria. It was owned by the noble Harrach family. The building was extensively renovated and restored in the late 1990s, and it houses offices and shops today.
~1000 ftS
Memorial
Rathausmann, Vienna
5 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.
~1820 ftSE
Baroque architecture, Palace, Historical place
Stadtpalais Liechtenstein, Vienna
9 min walk • The Liechtenstein City Palace is a residential building at Bankgasse 9, in the first district of Vienna, Innere Stadt. The palace was built from 1692 to 1705 by the Italian architect Domenico Martinelli and the Swiss architect Gabriele Gabrieli.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Universität Wien open?

Universität Wien is open:

Monday 6 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 6 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 6 am - 10 pm
Thursday 6 am - 10 pm
Friday 6 am - 10 pm
Saturday 7 am - 7 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Universität Wien?

Nearby attractions include Wiener Planungswerkstatt, Vienna (3 min walk), Wienbibliothek im Rathaus, Vienna (4 min walk), Votivkirche, Vienna (4 min walk), Billrothhaus, Vienna (5 min walk).

How to get to Universität Wien by public transport?

The nearest stations to Universität Wien:

Tram

Landesgerichtsstraße • Lines: 43, 44 (3 min walk)
Schottentor • Lines: 1, 37, 38, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 71, D, U2Z (6 min walk)

Bus

Landesgerichtsstraße • Lines: N43 (3 min walk)
Rathausplatz/Burgtheater • Lines: N25, N38, N60, N66 (7 min walk)

Metro

Schottentor • Lines: U2 (7 min walk)
Herrengasse • Lines: U3 (12 min walk)

Ferry

Nationalparkboot Lobau (20 min walk)

Train

Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof (24 min walk)
Wien Westbahnhof (39 min walk)

Light rail

Oper, Karlsplatz • Lines: 62, Wlb (25 min walk)
Karlsplatz • Lines: 1, 62, Wlb (27 min walk)