Equestrian statue standing opposite illuminated grand opera house under twilight sky near Hotel The Leo Grand Vienna

Vienna State Opera

(c) Wien Tourismus / Christian Stemper

Just ten minutes away the Vienna State Opera is a historic opera house with a Renaissance Revival design and a must-see. It was the first major building constructed along the Vienna Ring Road and seats 1,709 people.

 

Low angle view of St. Stephen\'s Cathedral with its patterned tiled roof against blue sky near Hotel The Leo Grand Vienna

St. Stephens Cathedral

(C) Ezgi Deliklitas

Just a few steps away, the St. Stephens Cathedral marks the center of Vienna. The tower's viewing room offers stunning views of Vienna, accessed by climbing 343 steps. The cathedral houses 13 bells, including the famous Pummerin, the second-largest free-swinging chimed church bell in Europe, hanging in the north tower.

Historic Anker Clock astronomical clock bridge set between white buildings near Hotel The Leo Grand Vienna

Anker Clock

(c) WienTourismus/Peter Rigaud

The Anker Clock links the sections of the Anker Insurance Company's building. Throughout 12 hours, historical figures or pairs move across it. At noon daily, all figures parade to era-appropriate music. Plus, during Advent at 5 p.m., Christmas carols fill the air.

Facade entrance with ornate wrought iron awning of the Jewish Museum Vienna near Hotel The Leo Grand Vienna

Jewish Museum Vienna

(c) JMW

A true gem in Vienna, the Jewish Museum stands as a poignant tribute to Jewish history, life, and religion in the city. With the building's previous ownership by Samuel Oppenheimer, a prominent figure in Vienna's society in the 18th century, now housing THE LEO GRAND, we highly recommend a visit to this significant landmark.

Elevated view of bustling Graben pedestrian street with historic monument near Hotel The Leo Grand Vienna

Graben

(c) Wien Tourismus / Christian Stemper

Just 1 minute away, you will find Vienna's most famous shopping street. Take a stroll and enjoy!