Rising above Stephansplatz square, St Stephen's Cathedral's punctured spires and colourful mosaic roof are captivating. The gothic landmark with its Renaissance north tower houses Prince Eugene of Savoy's tomb. Climb the 343 steps for great vistas over the Innere Stadt.
St Stephan's Cathedral (Stephansdom) was started in the 12th century and the oldest visible parts date back to the 13th century. Beneath the Cathedral are the catacombs containing the mausoleum of the bishops and the tombs of the Habsburgs.