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 […]
A Magic Night At A Vienna Summer Opera: Klosterneuburg
Vienna Summer Opera. When Viennese opera houses close for the season an open air opera close by lets in an unexpected breeze of charm. At Klosterneuburg, a few July and August evenings transform the 900-year old abbey’s Imperial Courtyard into a musical theatre stage. In the past 25 years, its precious baroque façades have echoed […]
Schönbrunn Palace Insider Guide: How To Prepare Your Visit
Because it’s my home city’s top tourist attraction, this Schonbrunn Palace insider guide to Vienna’s most stunning castle will take you a step ahead. With millions of visitors per year the Hapsburg palace is a well-trodden path. To inspire your visit let me share my own guide to pomp and stucco, hidden corners and insider […]
Vienna Balls Guide: Kickstart Your Planning In Less Than 10 Min
To kick start your plans of attending a ball in Wien, this Vienna Balls guide will get you going in less than 10 minutes: from tickets and dress code to etiquette and must-know traditions. Clearly, attending a Viennese ball is a must if you love glamorous dresses, are at least somewhat interested in dancing and won’t […]
Vienna Ball Review from Hofburg: What It Is Really Like.
Vienna Ball Review. Unless you are a die-hard rock fan, visit a Vienna Ball. This complete first-hand report from Wiener Kaffeesiederball at Hofburg Imperial Palace will take you through the setting, the etiquette, the program, ballroom dancing, getting tickets in the first place, and most of all the fun! First and foremost, a Wiener Ball […]
13 Best Christmas Traditions to Celebrate This Season
The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and holiday traditions that bring families and friends closer. There’s something magical about the rituals that mark this special time of year. From writing letters to Santa to preparing festive treats, these traditions capture the spirit of Christmas and spread cheer throughout your home and community. […]
Austria Center Vienna For Event Organisers
The Austria Center Vienna stands out as one of Europe’s most prestigious and well-equipped venues. Located next to Vienna’s United Nations Headquarters, it is a good option for a global conference, gala dinner, corporate meeting, or even a festive Christmas party. Here are the key reasons why mostly large event organisers have chosen the Austria […]
Vienna Museum Karlsplatz – What To Expect From New Museum
Since the Wien Museum (Vienna Museum Karlsplatz) spectacularly transformed and almost doubled in size in 2023 it’s bound to become a new cultural magnet in town. Across three floors and 3,300 square meters, the permanent exhibition shows approximately 1,700 objects – each of which has been restored. Above the freely accessible terrace and the Trude […]
Karlskirche Church Vienna: How To Turn It Into Your Best Church Visit
With no shortage of churches, Karlskirche Church Vienna – aka Church St. Charles Borromeo – ranks top in Austria’s capital. Not just because of its lavish baroque interiors, but for two other reasons: First, Mozart’s requiem and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons regularly enchant local angels, saints and visitors with live sounds. And second, because Karlskirche is […]
Rathaus vienna (City Hall) – All You Need To Know Before Visiting
What is the Rathaus Vienna and Rathausplatz? And what is there to see? In brief, the Rathaus is Vienna’s City Hall where the local municipality and mayor legislate and administer everything from urban planning and transport to education and leisure. The grand neogothic building boasts an impressive Council chamber and festival hall, as well as […]