Imperial Vienna Tour: Exploring the Habsburg Emperors’ Vienna
Imperial Vienna Tour. Not every Vienna itinerary allows enough time for 34 football fields packed with imperial palaces, hidden courtyards, wedding chapels and centuries of Habsburg history. That, roughly speaking, is the size of the sprawling Hofburg Palace compound at the heart of Imperial Vienna. Since the Hofburg formed the political and emotional centre of […]
Vienna Boat Trips: Best Danube Cruises And River Tours
Vienna Boat Trips: From elegant Danube river cruises to high-speed adventures and scenic Wachau Valley excursions, Vienna and its surroundings offer some of Central Europe’s most rewarding boat experiences. Whether you want a relaxed sightseeing cruise, a romantic dinner on the water or a day trip beyond the city, these Vienna boat trips reveal the […]
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 […]
Vienna Music Festival Guide 2026: Hear Wien
What are the best music festivals in Vienna in 2026? While most international visitors flock to classical festivals Vienna, the city also hosts regular music festivals that cater to a wide range of musical genres and preferences. To help you have our ear on the ground I have pulled together a festival guide for my […]
New Years Eve In Vienna 2025 – Events, Dinners, Concerts, Markets
Looking for a truly unique way to ring in the new year? Vienna’s New Year’s Eve events have vibrant energy, offering something special as the New year’s eve countdown begins. From an indulgent sparkling wine breakfast to iconic midnight traditions, Vienna is the place to be for an unforgettable night. Start planning your New Year […]
Hotels Vienna Austria 2025: Where I Would Stay If I Was A Tourist
Hotels Vienna Austria. Where to stay in Vienna, which are the best places to stay in my hometown? This page bundles my personal shortlists of the best hotels and apartments by category I would use if I was a tourist in my city. What Part Of Vienna Is Best To Stay In? The best area […]
Vienna Tours Self Guided: How To Explore Vienna On Your Own
Vienna Tours Self Guided. If you are not into guided tours, even self guided trips are easy to do in Wien. As a matter of fact, Vienna is compact, well structured, not overcrowded and has one of the best public transport systems in Europe. On top, you will connect to the city on a truly local […]
Vienna Theatres: Where to Watch The Best Shows and Plays
Throughout Europe Vienna theatres and shows have a fantastic reputation, and come in various formats: from our national treasure Burgtheater to opera theaters, musical theatres, and small but ambitious English language stages. Whether you kept some of your school German or know no Deutsch at all, screen a selection of the best theatres. Some perform […]
Vienna Sightseeing: 9 Spaces That Capture The City
What are the cornerstones of Vienna sightseeing? Which geographical, historical and cultural spaces should visitors cover to capture the essence of my home city? A comprehensive Vienna sightseeing plan needs to cover geographical and cultural zones that capture the city’s imperial grandeur, artistic heritage, and contemporary life. Clearly, Vienna’s key sightseeing spaces concentrate in three […]
Best Vienna Coffeehouses: A Native’s Top 12
Because there are more than a hundred of them, cherry pick the best Vienna coffeehouses before you go. Why not match the best cafés in Vienna according to your preferred atmosphere instead of random travel rankings? Before you screen my shortlist, here is why Viennese coffee and coffeehouses are so special: What Is Special About […]