Family-Friendly Day Trips from Vienna: Top Picks by Public Transport
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1. Tierpark Schloss Hof
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- Schloss Hof is a magnificent Baroque palace with extensive gardens and a zoo featuring various domestic and rare animals.
- Activities for children: Petting zoo, playgrounds, interactive tours.
- Age: Suitable for children of all ages.
- Best time to visit: Spring to autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1.5 hours by public transport (train and bus).
2. Wildpark Ernstbrunn
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- A wildlife park with wolves and other animals in natural habitats, also home to the Wolf Science Center.
- Activities for children: Tours, wolf watching, playgrounds.
- Age: Recommended for children aged 5 and up.
- Best time to visit: Spring and autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1 hour by train and bus.
3. Rax Cablecar
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- The cableway takes you up to the Rax plateau, offering stunning views and various hiking trails.
- Activities for children: Hiking, picnicking.
- Age: Recommended for children aged 6 and up.
- Best time to visit: Summer and autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1.5 hours by train and bus.
4. Schneeberg Sesselbahn
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- A chairlift that takes visitors up to 1210 meters, ideal for summer and winter hiking.
- Activities for children: Summer hikes, sledding in winter.
- Age: Suitable for children aged 4 and up.
- Best time to visit: All year round.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1.5 hours by train and bus.
5. Spa Therme Blumau
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- A thermal spa complex with unique architecture by Friedensreich Hundertwasser, featuring various pools and saunas.
- Activities for children: Children’s pools, water slides.
- Age: Suitable for children of all ages.
- Best time to visit: All year round.
- Distance from Vienna: About 2 hours by train and bus.
6. Wachau River Tour
- River cruises through the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Activities for children: Boat cruises, visiting castles and monasteries.
- Age: Suitable for children of all ages.
- Best time to visit: Spring to autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1.5 hours by train and bus.
7. Rattenmühle Family park
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Rattenmühle Family Park is a charming and fun-filled amusement park designed specifically for families with young children. Nestled in a natural setting, the park offers a variety of attractions, including playgrounds, mini-golf, a petting zoo, and gentle rides that are perfect for younger kids. It also features picnic areas and scenic walking paths, making it a great spot for a relaxing family outing.
Age: children aged 2 to 10 years old, with activities and attractions catering to this age range.
Distance from Vienna by Public Transport: approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Vienna by public transport.
8. EIBL Jet Türnitz
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- An alpine coaster track 1 km long, available both in summer and winter.
- Activities for children: Alpine coaster rides.
- Age: Recommended for children aged 6 and up.
- Best time to visit: All year round.
- Distance from Vienna: About 2 hours by train and bus.
9. Dino Tattendorf
- A themed park with life-sized dinosaur models, offering educational tours.
- Activities for children: Dinosaur exhibitions, playgrounds.
- Age: Suitable for children aged 3 and up.
- Best time to visit: Spring to autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 45 minutes by train and bus.
10. Eis-Greissler Erlebnispark
- A family fun park with various attractions and a café offering homemade ice cream.
- Activities for children: Rides, petting zoo, ice cream-making workshops.
- Age: Suitable for children of all ages.
- Best time to visit: Spring to autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1 hour by train and bus.
11. Schloss Rosenburg
- A historic castle with beautiful gardens, knight tournaments, and bird of prey shows.
- Activities for children: Tours, knight tournaments, bird of prey shows.
- Age: Recommended for children aged 4 and up.
- Best time to visit: Spring to autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1.5 hours by train and bus.
12. Laxenburg
- A historic park with castles and large green areas for walks and picnics.
- Activities for children: Boat rides, playgrounds, castle tours.
- Age: Suitable for children of all ages.
- Best time to visit: Spring and summer.
- Distance from Vienna: About 30 minutes by bus.
13. Leobendorf Burg Kreuzenstein
- A medieval castle offering tours and bird of prey shows.
- Activities for children: Castle tours, bird of prey shows.
- Age: Recommended for children aged 5 and up.
- Best time to visit: Spring to autumn.
- Distance from Vienna: About 1 hour by train and bus.