Vienna Austria — Special Guides for Every Type of Visitor
Vienna Austria is not a single kind of destination. To begin with, it draws first-time visitors chasing imperial palaces and Mozart concerts. Second, returning travellers like to hunt down neighbourhood wine taverns and obscure museums. More specifically, families negotiating a trip that works for a six-year-old and a sixty-year-old simultaneously. Finally, cultural pilgrims following threads […]
1 Day Itinerary for Vienna: A Local’s Guide from 9am to 10pm
If you only have one day in Vienna, the best approach is simple: don’t try to see everything. Instead, focus on a well-paced route that combines: This 1 day itinerary for Vienna with local tips runs from 9am to around 10pm and gives you a realistic, enjoyable way to experience the city. What is the […]
Jewish Vienna: Map, Top Sights, and Walking Tours
Vienna has a long and complex Jewish history dating back to the 12th century. In the last 900 years my hometown experienced periods of flourishing Jewish culture as well as persecution. Without doubt, the Holocaust had a devastating impact on Vienna’s Jewish population. Is there a Jewish community in Vienna, Austria? Yes, Vienna has an […]
Day Trips From Vienna Austria: Where To Spend A Gorgeous Day
Vienna makes an excellent base for day trips because of its central location and the rich variety of experiences within easy reach. Within a short distance, you can experience completely different environments – from the romantic Danube Valley with its vineyards and medieval castles to the alpine lakes of Salzkammergut, or the rolling hills of […]
Central Cemetery Vienna – Who Is Buried At Zentralfriedhof
Central Cemetery Vienna. Nowhere else does Viennese history become as alive as at Wiener Zentralfriedhof. With several hundred celebrities resting there you will be surprised who you will find. Stretching across 2.5 square kilometers, this isn’t just a burial ground—it’s a vast open-air museum where Vienna’s history, culture, and artistic heritage come alive among tree-lined […]
Vienna Insider Tips: 13 Local Favorites In Wien
Vienna Insider Tips. Trying out insider tips allows you to discover Vienna’s true character, going far beyond the typical tourist attractions. There’s an authentic side of Austria’s capital that lies beyond the tourist trails, where you can discover hidden gems and secret places from a local’s perspective. These insider tips help you find hidden places […]
Vienna Swimming Pool: Visiting Historic Outdoor Pool Neuwaldegg
Vienna swimming pool. Especially when Vienna is sizzling you’ll do well adopting a fresh approach to sightseeing. Instead of adding another museum to your itinerary, pack your trunks and swimsuit for a dive into 1920s bathing culture. At barely 25 min from the city center, Neuwaldegg in the Vienna Woods lures with a sizeable vintage […]
Budget Hotel Vienna: Social Business At Magdas
Budget Hotel Vienna. Are you keen on extras when going for a cheap hotel in Vienna? At Magdas Hotel you support a social business and get more than just a place to rest your head. Not only is Magdas Europe’s first social business hotel run by professionally trained refugees, but sets a great example in […]
Wienerschnitzel in Vienna: My Restaurant Guide
Where do you get the best Wienerschnitzel in Vienna? In a dedicated German schnitzel restaurant? Or in the neighbourhood tavern that no one in search of ‘der weinersnitchel’ ever heard of? To add local flavour, my Wiener Schnitzel restaurant guide largely reflects where Viennese residents like to go. I think you will love those places, […]
Vienna Spa Guide – Best Day And Hotel Spas And Pools
Vienna Spa Guide. Use the granular details of my independent spa guide to select from Vienna’s best spa hotels and day spas: Which spa hotels to choose for couples and for families. And which spa hotels provide the best views. Use the links to find out how much a spa hotel would cost for a […]