It might have been nice 100 years ago but now - despite a recent reconstruction - it resembles a highway. Walking is VERY unpleasant there and that's a shame because you find four important monuments directly at the Charles Square - the Historical Museum (in an indifferent house from the 1950's), the Secession Exhibition Hall, the Charles Borromeo Church, and... More

We enjoyed our visit to Karsplatz, lots to see. Recommended! More

Karlsplatz is impressive. If you can dodge the occasional druggy, you'll be pleased to let your children play at the playground here, and you'll enjoy immensely the pleasure of sitting on a bench near the fountain and staring at the ornate, pinacle-of-baroque Karlskirche. More

Lovely spot in the downtown core. Has a great Christmas market during December. More

If you only had a short time in Vienna, just do this Christmas market. It's truly the biggest & best Vienna has to offer. There is plenty to do for children with a playground & petting zoo. There are lots of local artists selling their own products. Its very atmospheric & Christmassy! There are demonstration workshops here in leather work,... More