4 things to do in Vienna with the whole family

The Vienna Butterfly House, built in the Art Nouveau style, is well worth a visit during your stay in Vienna. Located in the garden of the Imperial Palace, the greenhouse is a haven of peace that lets you escape the hustle and bustle of the city centre for a day.

Inhabited by more than 150 different species of butterfly, some of which have a wingspan of more than thirty centimetres, the greenhouse is a pleasant place to wander around, especially in winter, when the freezing temperature of the streets of Vienna contrasts with the tropical environment of the greenhouse (it is 26°C, with 80% humidity). As well as the explanatory panels, which reveal many details about these fascinating insects, your children will also have the pleasure of admiring the chrysalis terrarium. If you're lucky, you might even see a butterfly emerge from its cocoon.

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When you're in Vienna, you'll probably have heard of Schönbrunn Palace. But did you know that it houses a museum specially dedicated to children? It's a fun way for the little ones to step back into the imperial era.

Recommended for children aged 3 to 12, themed tours provide an insight into life at the time of the imperial court: make-up, body care... but also the way in which royal children lived. Noble education is also a central theme, as are the favourite games of the princesses and princes.

At the end of the visit, costumes are distributed to the children, who are transformed for a few minutes into little Habsburgs. It's a real moment of joy, and one that will give rise to some original photos.

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At the Musée des Illusions, the whole family will be in for a surprise. Within its walls, holograms, stereograms and optical illusions reign supreme. This interactive museum invites you to confront gravity in a tilted room, lose your balance in a rotating tunnel or take a photo of yourself in a room that stretches to infinity.

Children are sure to be amazed by all these illusions which, although they may look magical, are based on very scientific concepts! Don't worry if there's a wait at the entrance: a conjurer will entertain you with a little show that only he knows the secret of.

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Vienna's Prater amusement park is one of the oldest in Europe, and is still very popular with children. It offers a wide variety of rides, roller coasters, slides and games for children. The park is home to many attractions, the most famous of which is the Riesenrad, the city's iconic Ferris wheel offering panoramic views of Vienna.

The youngest visitors will particularly enjoy the little train that runs through the park, while the older and more adventurous visitors will enjoy the thrill rides. We have no doubt that the whole family will find something to enjoy at the Vienna Prater theme park.

⭐ Where to stay near the Vienna Prater?