Vienna: Small City, Big Smiles
Vienna is a city located in Maries County, Missouri. It also serves as the county seat. The city was said to be named after the capital of Austria when it became the county seat in 1855. However, folk etymology states that it was named after the deceased daughter of the town’s county judge, Vie Anna. Visitors coming to Vienna, Missouri will find the city to be a charming place to be, nestled between two rivers, the Gasconade River to the east and the Maries River to the west. The nearest airport to Vienna, MO is the Waynesville – St. Robert Regional Airport (TBN).
Best Time to Visit
Vienna is at its prettiest during the fall season as the colors of the leaves change. The temperature also gradually cools down but comfortable enough to take a stroll through town. Come wintertime, the city celebrates its annual Christmas Market. This is a wonderful time to visit the city and be enchanted by the holiday’s celebration, but many Vienna, MO hotels may be booked and priced higher during this season.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When in Vienna, do visit the oldest building in the city, the Maries County Jail and Sheriff’s House, which is now considered part of the National Register of Historic Places. A short drive from the city is an interesting day tour of the Missouri State Penitentiary or the Missouri State Penitentiary Museum.
There are many accommodations to stay in while planning a visit to Vienna. A short 27-minute ride away from the city will take visitors to the charming Rock Eddy Bluff Farm Cabins. The perfect place for families who want to experience the solace offered by nature. And only 29 minutes away is the Hampton Inn Rolla, a more familiar option for tourists from the city. This hotel is near the Mark Twain National Forest and offers free hot breakfast.