Explore Michaelerplatz with historic architecture
Vienna, Austria • 
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Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
15°C – 26°C, june brings warmer temperatures to vienna, with average highs around 26°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 26°C, june brings warmer temperatures to vienna, with average highs around 26°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
Value for money
Medium
Free access, but some attractions have extra costs.
Free access, but some attractions have extra costs.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples found the architecture and ambiance perfect for a romantic stroll and photos.
Historical Beauty
Travelers loved the blend of Roman ruins and baroque facades, so picturesque!
Easy Access
Couples appreciated the central location and easy access via public transport.
Busy Square
Some couples found the square crowded, especially during peak tourist seasons.
Cobbled Streets
The cobblestone streets presented a challenge for some travelers.
Pricey Carriages
Couples felt the horse-drawn carriage rides were overpriced for the experience.
Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-2-2°C
February continues the cold trend with average highs of 1.6°C and lows around -2.0°C. Snowfall decreases compared to January, and daylight extends slightly.
February continues the cold trend with average highs of 1.6°C and lows around -2.0°C. Snowfall decreases compared to January, and daylight extends slightly.
Open
Outdoor activities may still be limited due to cold weather.
Outdoor activities may still be limited due to cold weather.
Not recommended
February offers similar advantages to January with fewer crowds and lower prices. The cold weather persists, making it suitable for indoor cultural experiences.
February offers similar advantages to January with fewer crowds and lower prices. The cold weather persists, making it suitable for indoor cultural experiences.
March
MEDIUM
1-6°C
March marks the transition to spring with average highs of 5.6°C and lows around 0.8°C. Rainfall increases, and daylight hours extend further.
March marks the transition to spring with average highs of 5.6°C and lows around 0.8°C. Rainfall increases, and daylight hours extend further.
Open
Some outdoor attractions may start to reopen as weather permits.
Some outdoor attractions may start to reopen as weather permits.
Recommended
March offers a balance between favorable weather and moderate crowd levels. It's a good time to experience both indoor and emerging outdoor activities.
March offers a balance between favorable weather and moderate crowd levels. It's a good time to experience both indoor and emerging outdoor activities.
April
MEDIUM
6-11°C
April brings milder temperatures with average highs of 11.1°C and lows around 5.7°C. Rainfall is moderate, and daylight lasts about 13.7 hours.
April brings milder temperatures with average highs of 11.1°C and lows around 5.7°C. Rainfall is moderate, and daylight lasts about 13.7 hours.
Open
Most attractions are fully operational, and outdoor activities are more enjoyable.
Most attractions are fully operational, and outdoor activities are more enjoyable.
Recommended
April is an excellent time to visit Vienna, offering pleasant weather and a variety of events. Outdoor attractions become more accessible, and the city starts to bloom.
April is an excellent time to visit Vienna, offering pleasant weather and a variety of events. Outdoor attractions become more accessible, and the city starts to bloom.
May
MEDIUM
10-21°C
May in Vienna offers pleasant spring weather with average high temperatures around 21°C and lows near 10°C. The city experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 76 mm over approximately 13 days, and enjoys about 238 hours of sunshine throughout the month.
May in Vienna offers pleasant spring weather with average high temperatures around 21°C and lows near 10°C. The city experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 76 mm over approximately 13 days, and enjoys about 238 hours of sunshine throughout the month.
Open
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
Recommended
May is an excellent time to visit Vienna, with comfortable temperatures and blooming parks. The Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen) begins in May, featuring a variety of cultural events. It's advisable to book accommodations in advance due to increasing tourist activity.
May is an excellent time to visit Vienna, with comfortable temperatures and blooming parks. The Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen) begins in May, featuring a variety of cultural events. It's advisable to book accommodations in advance due to increasing tourist activity.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus lines, including 1A, 2A, 14A, 40A, and 59A, stop near Michaelerplatz. The Michaelerplatz bus stop itself is a 3-minute walk from the square.
Metro
Recommended
The U3 (Orange) line has a station at Herrengasse, a 2-minute walk from Michaelerplatz. The U1 and U3 lines also serve Stephansplatz, a 3-5 minute walk away.
Walking
Recommended
Michaelerplatz is easily reachable on foot from many downtown attractions. The square intersects with major streets like Kohlmarkt and Herrengasse.
Bike
Vienna is bike-friendly with cycle paths. Public bicycle parking spaces are available throughout the city center. Popular routes include the Ringstrasse and Donaukanal.
Car
Driving to Michaelerplatz is possible, but parking is limited. The area is a short-stay parking zone. Nearby parking garages include Garage Robert Stolz Platz and APCOA Rathausquartier.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Vienna and can drop passengers off directly at Michaelerplatz.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
