Music Tips
Grafenegg, Austria: Castle & Concert Day Trip From Vienna
Grafenegg. For a fresh air of sophistication during a day trip from Vienna, head for Schloss Grafenegg. As a child I couldn’t get enough of the castle’s magical Christmas markets. Later on, my daughter and I enjoyed Grafenegg’s magnificent state
Exclusive, Private Music Introduction by a celebrated Maestro in Vienna
Vienna Music Experience. Where do you find the best classical music when in town? Honestly, it’s a bit like sightseeing: the best places to visit in my home city are easy to identify. But how do you get the most
Puppets Theatre Vienna Review: Marionette Opera Magic Flute
Puppets Theatre Vienna. Since the marionette opera in Vienna is fun and enchanting it’s a sure fire way for your children to enjoy classical music. When I introduced my kids to opera I took them to see Mozart’s Magic Flute
Volksoper Vienna: Best Vienna Theatre for Operetta Musicals
Volksoper Vienna. Dear opera and theater lovers, what about looking behind the scenes and exploring Wien’s popular operetta genre? Watching an operetta musical at a Vienna theatre like Volksoper entertains and enlightens in a very local way. To begin with, operetta
The Waltz King: Johann Strauss 200th Birthday Celebration
In 2025, Vienna celebrates the 200th birth anniversary of Johann Strauss, Austria’s most popular music artist. As Strauss’s 200th birthday approaches in 2025, his influence on music remains significant, with his compositions still celebrated in Vienna’s ballrooms and concert halls.
Mozart House Vienna: Review of Mozarthaus and Mozart Museum
Mozart House Vienna Review. If your love of Mozart goes beyond music explore his private world in Wien. Nowhere else did Mozart compose as much music as during his 10 years in Vienna. Since I have been to the Mozarthaus
Hidden Classical Music In Vienna: Mozart Off-Path
As you would expect classical music in Vienna echoes from every corner. But how do you know your chosen performance pays off? If the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra gave daily public concerts at EUR 50 a ticket the choice would be
Music Museum Vienna: The House of Music Reviewed
If you are after a top music museum Vienna hosts the House of Music. This interactive place lets you explore the world of music in a uniquely comprehensive way: from the creation of sound and voice to musical instruments, composing music,
Get Your Time in Vienna Sorted
For 15 years I have been connecting independent travellers to the pulse of my hometown Wien: by designing bespoke itineraries that allow you to get behind Vienna’s local charm on your own, while covering its key highlights.
Vienna Unwrapped Partner Guides
Local Connections
Taking you a step further: To apply the insight provided here my local partner guide Claudia and her team take over when you arrive in Wien. From meeting the Spanish Riding School’s Lipizzaner horses backstage and crawling through the attic of St. Stephen’s Cathedral to exploring neighbourhoods where locals still play cards in cafés.
Themed Small Group Tours
