Vienna with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Vienna is great for families, with palaces, a zoo and a funfair. Here is how to spend a family trip in Vienna — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

1Schönbrunn & zoo
2Prater funfair
3Danube boat
4Horse-carriage ride

Palaces and animals

Explore Schönbrunn’s gardens and the world’s oldest zoo, a sure hit with children.

Funfair and rides

Ride the giant Ferris wheel and rides at the Prater funfair, and take a horse-drawn fiaker around the old town.

On the Danube

Enjoy a relaxing boat trip or a Wachau Valley day for easy scenery and a break.

Vienna with kids — FAQ

Is Vienna good for kids?

Yes — Schönbrunn’s gardens and zoo, the Prater funfair and Ferris wheel, horse-carriage rides and Danube boats make Vienna a fun, elegant family destination.

What are the best things to do in Vienna with children?

Top family picks are Schönbrunn Palace and its zoo, the Prater funfair, a fiaker carriage ride and a Danube boat trip.

Is Vienna easy to visit with kids?

Yes — it’s safe, clean and walkable with excellent trams and the metro, and many sights and parks are family-friendly.