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Rathaus (City Hall)
Rathaus (City Hall) Review
Designed by Friedrich Schmidt and resembling a Gothic fantasy castle with its many spires and turrets, the Rathaus was actually built between 1872 and 1883. The facade holds a lavish display of standard-bearers brandishing the coats of arms of the city of Vienna and the monarchy. Guided tours include the banqueting hall and various committee rooms. A regally landscaped park graces the front of the building, and is usually brimming with activity. In winter it's the scene of the most famous Christmas market in Vienna; in summer concerts are performed here. It's open by guided tour only.
- Address: Rathausplatz 1, 1st District, Vienna, A-1010 | Map It
- Phone: 01/52550
- Cost: Free
- Hours: Guided tours Mon., Wed., and Fri. at 1
- U-Bahn: Trams 1, 2, or D/Rathaus.
- Location: The Ringstrasse
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