This district is located southeast of the Old City. The regional train station that arrives from Vienna’s airport is in this district. The station is called Wien Mitte, and next to it, there is a small city mall. In general, this is a residential district with about 80,000 of Vienna’s residents living here. It has areas like the Rochusmarkt that have become more popular among young people over the years, and you can feel the vibe of the place changing for the better.
Recommended Attractions in the Third District
1. Belvedere Palace
The Belvedere complex includes several historically beautiful buildings. The complex features the Belvedere Palace, which actually divides into two Baroque palace buildings: the Upper Belvedere and the Lower Belvedere. In addition, the complex includes a building for the horse stables and a greenhouse area that the palace residents used to grow fruit during the winter. In the palace grounds, there is a beautiful and well-kept garden. The palace is located at the southeastern edge of the city center. This area belongs to the third district of the city. The Belvedere complex is included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Read all the relevant and most comprehensive information about the palace and the activities within its grounds.
Address: Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Wien
2. Schwarzenberg Palace
Near the Belvedere Palace, there is an equally impressive palace. This is the Palais Schwarzenberg. The palace building is from the Baroque period. Construction began in 1697 and finished in 1728, and the noble Schwarzenberg family still owns the palace to this day! Surrounding the palace are wonderful Baroque-style gardens. Part of the palace now serves as a 5-star hotel or hosts important events in its hall.
Address: Prinz Eugen-Straße 5, 1030 Wien
3. Museum of Military History – The Arsenal (Heeresgeschichtliches Museum)
First of all, the museum building is most impressive. It is a reddish brick building from the 19th century that originally served as a military camp. It was built in a style that combines elements of the Italian Renaissance and ancient Moorish castles. Today, the building houses the Museum of Military History. The museum’s displays include ancient weapons, airplanes, tanks, and armored personnel carriers. There is also a comprehensive exhibition related to World War II. Read more information about the museum.
Address: Arsenal 1, 1030 Wien
4. Hundertwasserhaus
The famous architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser is a household name in the world of modern architecture. The buildings he designed in Vienna attract crowds of travelers from all over the world. The famous residential building he designed, named after him (Hundertwasserhaus), is located in the third district of Vienna. Opposite it is the visitor center called Hundertwasser Village. Even if you are not a big fan of architecture, it is worth being impressed by Hundertwasser’s remarkable design skills. The complex is open all year round, and admission is free. Read more detailed information about Hundertwasser’s buildings.
Address of Hundertwasserhaus: Kegelgasse 36-38, 1030 Wien
5. Soviet War Memorial
The Heroes’ Monument of the Red Army complex is located a short distance from the Belvedere Palace in Schwarzenbergplatz. At the end of World War II, authorities erected the monument to commemorate the memory of 17,000 Soviet soldiers who were killed during the Battle of Vienna. They built the monument in the shape of a semicircle made of marble, with a tall column in the center topped by a statue of a Soviet soldier. At the front of the square, there is also a beautiful fountain and seating areas.
Address: Schwarzenbergplatz, 1030 Wien
