The Most Beautiful Parks In Vienna

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Türkenschanzpark

Located on the outskirts of Vienna, this park is of great botanical and landscaping importance. It was built between 1885 and 1888, but was later remodelled by the City of Vienna in 1892. The pond was added, and in the following years, the park was significantly expanded. Today, it is known for its collection of rare botanical plants, and a picturesque landscape, which is one of the park’s most appealing features, with numerous hills, meadows and meandering paths. This park is ideal if you want to spend a relaxing day surrounded by nature in the middle of the city.

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Volksgarten

Volksgarten is a public park in the first district of Vienna. The park was built over the city fortifications that were destroyed by Napoleon in 1809. The plans for the garden were made in 1821 by Ludwig Remy. Originally, it was supposed to be a private garden for aristocracy, but the plan was soon abandoned and instead, on March 1st of 1823, it was opened as the first public park in the city. Its most impressive feature, for which Volksgarten is the most famous today, is the rose garden, with over 3,000 rose bushes and 400 different varieties of roses. It is best visited in spring or summer when all the roses are in bloom. 

Rathauspark

Rathauspark is a city park designed for Viennese residents in 1863 by city gardener Dr. Rudolf Siebeck, under the commission of Emperor Franz Joseph. It was opened in 1873, when the north section near the University and the south section close to the Parliament were completed. The two sections are almost symmetrical, divided by a wide square and an avenue leading to the City Hall. The square is used for many events and festivities throughout the year, such as the traditional Christmas market, winter ice skating rink and summer outdoor cinema. Whenever you decide to visit Vienna, there will always be something happening here.