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Heldenplatz, Regierungsviertel
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Heldenplatz

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Public square beside the Hofburg, with equestrian monuments to Archduke Charles and Prince Eugene.

Quick answers

Heldenplatz in short

When is Heldenplatz open?

Open 24 hours, every day. Hours checked on 2 November 2026.

When is the best time to visit Heldenplatz?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Go near sunset for the light. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Heldenplatz indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Is Heldenplatz good for kids?

Yes, it welcomes children.

How much does Heldenplatz cost?

It's free to visit.

Do you need to book Heldenplatz?

No, you can walk in.

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How long do you need at Heldenplatz?

About 30 minutes.

Where is Heldenplatz?

Heldenplatz 21/4, 1010 Wien.

Is Heldenplatz wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility: wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible restroom.

Status, rating and hours checked on 2 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from

Right now · 10:00 pm

Why it fits right now

Too dark for it.

Go tomorrow at 12 pm instead.

Worth knowing

  • Feels 4° out there

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Overcast

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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Before you go

Plan your visit

Hours

Open now
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Open 24 hours
tuesday
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wednesday
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thursday
Open 24 hours
friday
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saturday
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sunday
Open 24 hours

Hours checked 2 Nov

Where and how

  1. 1 Heldenplatz
  2. 2 Hofburg · 2 min
  3. 3 Weltmuseum Wien · 2 min
  4. 4 Neue Burg · 3 min
  5. 5 Brasserie Palmenhaus Wien · 5 min
Heldenplatz 21/4, 1010 Wien(opens the map)DirectionsTo Regierungsviertel

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Walk-ins welcome
  • Allow about 30 min
  • Step-free entrance
  • Accessible washroom

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 19k reviews

Known for

  • Hofburg architecture
  • Equestrian statues
  • Historical significance

What people say

People like:
Historic architecture, palace surroundings and equestrian statues.

Around Regierungsviertel

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a warm coat.

Your full outfit
  • Warm coatThe whole time