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Vienna Old Town Squares & Passages – Free Walking Tour

Adriana and Mario walking together at Michaelerplatz Vienna with the ornate Baroque facade of the Hofburg Palace.
Adriana and Mario walking together at Michaelerplatz Vienna with the ornate Baroque facade of the Hofburg Palace.

Vienna Old Town Squares & Passages – Free Walking Tour

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This self-guided walk explores the elegant side of Vienna Old Town, where quiet squares open into arcaded passages and courtyards. Starting at Stephansplatz, you step off the main flow to link a string of characterful places that shaped the city’s merchant and patrician life. The route moves via Kärntner Straße to Neuer Markt and the refined calm of Josefsplatz, then into Michaelerplatz with its sweeping façade of the Hofburg. From there it turns north to the vaulted arcades of Ferstel Passage, one of the most beautiful interiors you can enjoy from the outside, and on to the twin squares of Freyung and Am Hof.

A short detour reaches Mölker Bastei, a rare remnant of the old city wall, before the walk returns through Judenplatz, a reflective historic square with cafés and bookshops tucked nearby. The final stretch threads classic Old Town shopping streets such as Bognergasse, Naglergasse and Tuchlauben, going through Petersplatz beneath the domed Peterskirche and back to the start to complete the loop.

Expect refined architecture, soft light under arcades, and frequent photo moments. The focus is entirely outdoors, ideal for travelers who want atmosphere and texture rather than museum time. Plan around 2 hours at a relaxed pace, with plenty of opportunities to pause for coffee along the way.

The route starts and ends in front of the St. Stephen’s Cathedral at the exit of subway station Stephansplatz (U1/U3) and is easily reachable via public transport.


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Adriana and Mario exploring Vienna's First District with Baroque architecture.
Adriana and Mario exploring Vienna's First District with Baroque architecture.

2. Kärntner Straße

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A lively pedestrian spine linking the cathedral to the Ring. Street musicians, café terraces, and polished façades make it a pleasant glide between quieter stops.

After a few minutes, turn right into Neuer Markt.

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Outdoor terrace at Plachutta´s Neuer Markt in Vienna.
Outdoor terrace at Plachutta´s Neuer Markt in Vienna.

Plachuttas Neuer Markt

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Plachutta Neuer Markt is a classic Viennese restaurant, known for serving some of the city’s best Tafelspitz (boiled beef) and Wiener Schnitzel. The setting is quietly elegant, with white tablecloths, and the comforting aroma of slow-cooked beef in the air. It’s a relaxed, timeless place to enjoy Vienna’s culinary heritage, right in the heart of the historic center.

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Josefsplatz Vienna, historic baroque square with Austrian National Library and Hofburg Palace complex in First District.
Josefsplatz Vienna, historic baroque square with Austrian National Library and Hofburg Palace complex in First District.

5. Josefsplatz – Prunksaal

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Josefsplatz is a quiet square in central Vienna, slightly removed from the busier areas nearby. The Augustinian Church and the Hofburg buildings line the square, with an equestrian statue placed at the center. Every part of the layout is precise, and the space is kept clean and orderly. You’ll likely notice how the sound of footsteps carries across the stone surface. It’s a calm place to stop and take in a more formal side of Vienna’s historic center.

Continue along Augustinerstraße and through the arch toward the Stallburg courtyard.

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Spanish Riding School (Spanische Hofreitschule) Vienna, historic baroque equestrian hall with Lipizzaner horses in Hofburg Palace complex.
Spanish Riding School (Spanische Hofreitschule) Vienna, historic baroque equestrian hall with Lipizzaner horses in Hofburg Palace complex.

6. Stallburg

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An arcaded Renaissance courtyard of the Spanish Riding School complex. Viewed from the entrance, its stacked arches and quiet symmetry are a gentle contrast to the showy squares nearby.

Keep walking through to the archways that lead toward Michaelerplatz, passing the covered Michaeler passage.

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Adriana and Mario exploring hidden alleyways in Vienna's Old Town, narrow cobblestone streets and historic architecture in Inner City.
Adriana and Mario exploring hidden alleyways in Vienna's Old Town, narrow cobblestone streets and historic architecture in Inner City.

7. Michaeler Passage

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A short, curved corridor that connects Michaelerplatz with the Hofburg. Lined with polished stone and decorative arches, it offers a brief but stylish link between two major historic sites.

Emerge into Michaelerplatz.

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Adriana and Mario walking through Vienna's Old Town (Altstadt) with traditional horse-drawn carriages (Fiaker) in foreground.
Adriana and Mario walking through Vienna's Old Town (Altstadt) with traditional horse-drawn carriages (Fiaker) in foreground.

9. Herrengasse

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A stately street once lined with aristocratic palaces. Portals, coats of arms, and deep doorways hint at inner courtyards and long histories.

Enter Ferstel Passage on your right.

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Café Central's iconic facade in Palais Ferstel, a symbol of Vienna's coffee culture.
Café Central's iconic facade in Palais Ferstel, a symbol of Vienna's coffee culture.

Café Central

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Historic, opulent, and a true Viennese icon. Ideal for coffee and cake or a light lunch in grand surroundings. Expect a short queue, but the ambiance is worth every minute.

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Charming Freyung Square, showcasing Vienna's blend of history.
Charming Freyung Square, showcasing Vienna's blend of history.

11. Freyung

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A refined square tied to the Schottenstift and patrician palaces. Seasonal markets add color while preserving the calm. Stand mid-square to align façades and appreciate how Freyung partners with nearby Am Hof to form Vienna’s historic merchant heart.

Pause at the ornate façade of Palais Kinsky on the square.

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13. Mölker Steig

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A narrow, ivy edged stair that climbs to Mölker Bastei, one of the last visible curves of Vienna’s old city walls. At the top, the quiet lane bends past Beethoven’s Pasqualatihaus and offers atmospheric angles of lanterns, cobbles, and façades.

After exploring, descend the way back to Freyung and continue one block south to Am Hof.

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Adriana and Mario exploring Am Hof (Am Hof Square) Vienna during sunny weather.
Adriana and Mario exploring Am Hof (Am Hof Square) Vienna during sunny weather.

14. Am Hof

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Broad and open, Am Hof has long been a setting for public life in Vienna. The surrounding façades reflect the city’s mix of religious and commercial influence over the centuries. Together with nearby Freyung, it forms one of the Old Town’s key gathering places and trade centers. The square also offers plenty of space for wide-angle photos.

Take Parisergasse toward the smaller square of Schulhof.

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Adriana and Mario walking near Vienna Clock Museum (Uhrenmuseum) in Vienna's First District, historic Inner City street scene.
Adriana and Mario walking near Vienna Clock Museum (Uhrenmuseum) in Vienna's First District, historic Inner City street scene.

15. Schulhof / Parisergasse

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A village-like pocket where sound softens and façades step back. It is a gentle breathing space between major squares.

Continue a few meters to Judenplatz.

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Adriana and Mario viewing art galleries in Vienna First District Innere Stadt cultural quarter.
Adriana and Mario viewing art galleries in Vienna First District Innere Stadt cultural quarter.

17. Kurentgasse

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A slim, atmospheric link that carries you from the Jewish quarter toward classic shopping streets. The intimacy here is part of the Old Town’s charm.

Turn right onto Seitzergasse, then continue into Bognergasse.

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Adriana and Mario walking through Seitzergasse Vienna First District Innere Stadt historic street.
Adriana and Mario walking through Seitzergasse Vienna First District Innere Stadt historic street.

18. Seitzergasse & Bognergasse

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Elegant storefronts and well-preserved façades guide you back toward the cathedral side of the Old Town. This area is part of the Goldenes Quartier, Vienna’s luxury shopping district, known for its heritage buildings and high-end boutiques. Look up to spot wrought-iron details and gilded signs that reflect the city’s imperial past in a subtle way.

At the end of Bognergasse, continue into Naglergasse.

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Zum Schwarzen Kameel

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A beloved local institution known for its open-faced sandwiches and lively wine bar vibe. Perfect for a glass of Grüner Veltliner and a quick savory snack. Stand at the bar and soak in the energy.

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Adriana and Mario walking through Vienna First District Innere Stadt historic city center streets.
Adriana and Mario walking through Vienna First District Innere Stadt historic city center streets.

19. Naglergasse

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Gently curving and consistently photogenic, this lane is rich with independent boutiques and inviting corners. Early evening light skims the façades beautifully.

Follow Naglergasse to Petersplatz.

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Bar detail showing craft beer selection and tap variety at Bockshorn.
Bar detail showing craft beer selection and tap variety at Bockshorn.

Bockshorn Irish Pub

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Tucked just off Naglergasse, Bockshorn is Vienna’s oldest Irish pub and one of the coziest spots in the First District. With its low vaulted ceilings, wooden bar, and friendly crowd, it’s perfect for a relaxed pint or a quiet evening close to the cathedral.

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Street-level view of St. Peter's Church Vienna (Peterskirche) showing the elliptical structure, twin bell towers, and the ornate entrance portal with stone sculptures representing the church's historical significance.
Street-level view of St. Peter's Church Vienna (Peterskirche) showing the elliptical structure, twin bell towers, and the ornate entrance portal with stone sculptures representing the church's historical significance.

20. Peterskirche

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St. Peter’s Baroque church sits tightly on its square, crowned by a green dome and flanked by curving chapels. The exterior rewards close inspection of statues, cartouches, and stone textures. Step back toward the middle of Petersplatz to frame the dome against the surrounding buildings for a classic Old Town shot.

From Petersplatz, take Goldschmiedgasse back toward Stephansplatz.

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Adriana and Mario walking through Vienna First District Innere Stadt historic city center streets.
Adriana and Mario walking through Vienna First District Innere Stadt historic city center streets.

21. Goldschmiedgasse

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A short, shop-lined corridor that returns you to the cathedral. The first glimpse of the south tower ahead signals a satisfying end to this squares and passages circuit.

Finish at Stephansplatz.

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Where to go from here?

You are now standing in front of St. Stephen’s Cathedral – right in the center of Viennas Old Town and the perfect spot to continue exploring.

Vienna Old Town Squares & Passages - Free Walking Tour - 1

If You Want to Continue With Another Walking Tour

Discover the Most Stunning Secret Streets of the Historic City Center
Beginning at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, this walking tour guides you through some of the most romantic and charming hidden streets of Vienna’s historic first district – perfect for those who love atmosphere and old-world beauty. If you are in the mood for more small Vienna passages, this is the perfect continuation.

From the Vienna State Opera to Stephansplatz and Ringstraße
If you’re looking for the biggest highlights of Vienna, this is the walk for you. You can head to the Vienna State Opera to start it from the beginning.


Geometric patterns of the St. Stephen's Cathedral tower's stone tracery.

If You’re Done With the Big Walks for Today

Climb St. Stephen’s South Tower or take the elevator to the North Tower
If you still have energy, the cathedral’s 343-step climb rewards you with one of Vienna’s most iconic city views. The mosaic roof tiles and rooftops of the First District unfold beneath you – the perfect finale to a day of exploring hidden passages. You can get a ticket here.

Coffee and Cake at Demel or Gerstner
Both are within a 5-minute walk and ideal for a refined pause. Demel offers classic Viennese patisserie in its historic salon near the Hofburg, while Café Gerstner across from the Opera pairs elegant interiors with opera views and a refined pastry selection.

Visit the Dom Museum Wien
Located right next to the cathedral, this small but beautifully curated museum links medieval art with contemporary design. It’s a quick and inspiring stop if you’d like to connect the Old Town’s history to its artistic legacy.

A Glass of Wine at Lugeck
Just a few steps from Stephansplatz, these traditional yet stylish spot serve Austrian wines and food in atmospheric historic settings. Ideal if you’d like to sit down and unwind without straying far from the cathedral.