Vienna Ferris Wheel – 8 Insights Before You Board
Would you enjoy a ride in the Vienna Ferris Wheel? By all means, add the Wiener Riesenrad to your list if you love nostalgic places, engineering breakthroughs, a gentle pace, and panoramic views. To prepare for your ride and everything around, gather insight and practical information below. 1. How Old Is The Vienna Ferris Wheel? […]
Vienna With Toddler: Discover 8 Top Tips
What to do in Vienna Austria with a toddler? Or put differently – how to keep a 2 or 3-year old happy in a cultural capital? Because I often roamed Wien with my own toddlers, I thought I’d share my tried-and-tested tips with you. 1. Move Around In A Kinderkutsche If you like biking and […]
Wine Tasting In Vienna: 3+ Top Finds Underground
As for guided wine tasting in Vienna local Austrian wine shops often beat vintners. Why? Simply because the latter are either busy cultivating wine, or serving food and drink in their wine taverns. In the city center, a small deli and wine store regularly pours out its knowledge about Viennese and Austrian wines. On top, […]
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, […]
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: What to Expect at Vienna Art Museum
What makes the Kunsthistorisches Museum also known as Vienna Art Museum one of Europe’s finest places for classical art? And what is the best way to easily navigate Vienna’s most popular art temple? To prepare your visit, use these simple tricks below. Key Facts Before You Go Kunsthistorisches Museum. After collecting artwork across Europe and […]
Tipping in Austria – Guide To Hotel, Restaurant and Taxi Tipping
Is it customary to tip in Austria? And how much do you tip? Essentially, tipping in Europe can differ significantly by country. Tipping in Austria is generally at the consumer’s discretion. While certain service sector workers expect to receive a tip you do not need to pay extra if you are not happy. If you […]
Baroque Architecture in Vienna: Top 10 Places To See
Baroque architecture in Vienna concentrates on the inner districts. The opulent period buildings boast squiggly façades, chubby-cheeked cherubs, and delicate stuccos. To make sure they cross your path use my guide below to select the top 10 of five dozen baroque palaces, churches, and landmarks. Furthermore, the city’s religious buildings underwent Baroque transformation. For example, St. Charles Church exemplifies Baroque extravagance […]
Snack Bars Vienna: Where to Find Quality Fast Food from Austria
Snack Bars Vienna. At our traditional sandwich and snack bars you get quality food from Austria, which is a far cry from mainstream snacks. The basis for most of these snacks is dark Austrian sourdough bread and rolls, soft inside, with a crunchy upper crust. You can delve into crispy breads and fluffy spreads, cheeses on […]
What Is Vienna Known For: 25 Famous Things That Make Vienna Unique
If friends ask me what Vienna is known for, I usually pause for a moment. Not because there isn’t an answer — but because there are many. Most visitors associate Vienna with classical music, imperial palaces, coffeehouses and cakes. All true. But the city’s reputation comes from something deeper: centuries of culture layered on top […]
Vienna Bicycle Tour: Vienna Woods by e-Bike
This Vienna bicycle tour has two eye openers in store: It will change the way you perceive Vienna, and it may change the way you perceive a bike. I joined that tour on a warm July day. Here is what happened. Vienna bicycle tour. Our small group of three met where town meets green, where plain meets hill, and […]