Austrian National Library: What To See At Vienna’s Nationalbibliothek
With more than 12 million books, is the Austrian National Library just one of the Imperial Palace’s 2,600 rooms you can skip? Should you pony up EUR 8 for visiting a potential tourist trap? I have been there. Here is my review along with some background. History In Brief The institution of the Austrian National […]
Klosterneuburg Abbey And Winery Near Vienna: High Spirits
Why visit Klosterneuburg abbey near Vienna? Because the monastery amasses some of Vienna’s most legendary art and wine treasures. In addition, you will discover Austria’s Medieval powerhouse that most tourists never heard of: Not only did the abbey forge the Austrian nation but it hosts Austria’s oldest wine estate. For the past 900 years, this […]
Vienna Coffeehouses Favourites Of My Hometown
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: Why Are Viennese Coffeehouses […]
Albertina Vienna Museum: 6 Reasons Art And Gourmet Fans Love It
Every city has its boutique museums. In Wien, we have the Albertina Vienna, our little treasure chest of 19th and 20th century art, fine graphics, architectural sketches from Renaissance to Modernism, and Austrian vintage photography. Albertina Vienna’s History And Collections Albertina Vienna. In fact, the Albertina’s name comes from Count Albert von Sachsen-Teschen, one of Empress Maria Theresa’s […]
Inside Vienna’s Little-Known Casino: What To Know
Visiting the Vienna Casino is about an elegant night out while having fun. You may have noticed that entertainment in Vienna happens at a generally smaller scale and the local casino is no different – it’s far from the busy hum drum of Las Vegas. What I like about the casino Vienna is that it is boutique-style, typically Viennese, lets […]
Jewish Museum Vienna: Judenplatz and Dorotheergasse
Where in Vienna to best absorb its 900 years of Jewish history? To track the Jewish community in Vienna over the past centuries, tour the Jewish Museum Vienna. Since its restructuring, it brims with stories on every information board, object, video and quote. As I wanted to learn more about the Jewish part of my family I visited the […]
How To Handle Hofburg Palace In 7 Smart Steps
Before you start wondering about the name of that palace in Vienna, there are two different Imperial palaces: Hofburg and Schönbrunn Palace. In fact, this post will answer your questions about Hofburg Palace and map out the entire palace compound. First and foremost, the Wiener Hofburg is as vast as it is old. For more […]
Belvedere Vienna: 10 Reasons It’s Not Just Another Palace
Visiting the Belvedere Vienna you can happily lose yourself in fine art and beautiful landscaping. While the palace and baroque gardens alone are worth a visit the Belvedere’s Austrian National Gallery impresses with 1,000 years of national art. Below I’m sharing my personal notes of what to see and do at the Belvedere. The Palace And Baroque Gardens To begin with, the […]
Spanish Riding School Vienna – Video, Shows And Tickets On Offer
Every classical city guide harps on about the Spanish Riding School Vienna as a Must-See. Should you spend two hours to experience baroque horses performing to classical music in a baroque riding hall? For 30 years I wasn’t convinced. See a video and read my first-hand review of watching a show. You will also get a quick overview […]
