St. Stephen's Cathedral
Cathedral · Innere Stadt, Vienna

St. Stephen's Cathedral

Photo: C.Stadler/Bwag · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

It is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vienna. The Gothic structure dates from the 14th century with later Baroque additions. Look for the tiled roof, the south tower climb, and the catacombs beneath the nave.

On day 1 of Vienna Imperial

Good to know

Tickets
Entry to the nave is free. Fees apply for the towers and catacombs.
Time needed
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
U-Bahn U1 or U3 to Stephansplatz station.

Itineraries with St. Stephen's Cathedral

Day 1 of Vienna Imperial

St. Stephen's and Hofburg

How St. Stephen's Cathedral fits into a day.
  1. 9:00St. Stephen's CathedralSt. Stephen's Cathedral
  2. 11:00Haus der MusikHaus der Musik
  3. 14:30Hofburg Palace TourHofburg Palace
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St. Stephen's Cathedral questions

Can visitors climb the tower of St. Stephen's Cathedral?

Yes. The south tower offers a climb of 343 steps with city views.

What are the opening hours of St. Stephen's Cathedral?

The cathedral is open daily. Exact hours vary by season.

Is photography allowed inside St. Stephen's Cathedral?

Photography without flash is permitted in the main areas.

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