Hanging out in Vienna
Food Scene
They have delicious Austrian cuisine: excellent Tafelspitz, and a seasonal card with asparagus or pumpkin
62 locals recommend
Gasthaus Rebhuhn
24 BerggasseThey have delicious Austrian cuisine: excellent Tafelspitz, and a seasonal card with asparagus or pumpkin
This cafe is one of Vienna's main historical landmarks. Go on a Sunday evening for a decaf and a slice of cake. If you're lucky, you'll beat the tourist queue and the pianist might still be playing.
212 locals recommend
Café Central
14 HerrengasseThis cafe is one of Vienna's main historical landmarks. Go on a Sunday evening for a decaf and a slice of cake. If you're lucky, you'll beat the tourist queue and the pianist might still be playing.
Vollpension
16 SchleifmühlgasseWhere grandmas are hired to cook their best cakes for you
Sightseeing
a 2mn walk from my flat, this wonderful staircase was the subject of a poem. German Readers can see it engraved by the fountain.
"In 1951 the Austrian author Heimito von Doderer (1896–1966) published his social novel Die Strudlhofstiege oder Melzer und die Tiefe der Jahre (The Strudlhof Steps or Melzer and the Depth of the Years), one of the main works of 20th century Austrian literature. Named after the staircase, around which some central plot points take place, it was filmed several times and adapted as a radio and stage play." (Wikipedia)
36 locals recommend
Strudlhofstiege
8 Strudlhofgassea 2mn walk from my flat, this wonderful staircase was the subject of a poem. German Readers can see it engraved by the fountain.
"In 1951 the Austrian author Heimito von Doderer (1896–1966) published his social novel Die Strudlhofstiege oder Melzer und die Tiefe der Jahre (The Strudlhof Steps or Melzer and the Depth of the Years), one of the main works of 20th century Austrian literature. Named after the staircase, around which some central plot points take place, it was filmed several times and adapted as a radio and stage play." (Wikipedia)
right across the square, this wonderful palace, its park and gardens still owned by the heirs but open to the public. dogs are not allowed, except at the cafe on the right side
9 locals recommend
Liechtensteinpark
48 Liechtensteinstraßeright across the square, this wonderful palace, its park and gardens still owned by the heirs but open to the public. dogs are not allowed, except at the cafe on the right side
Go for a stroll on the Kanal and admire the inventivity of the graffitis allowed on this Danube channel. it is a 10-15 mn walk from my flat
180 locals recommend
Donaukanal
Go for a stroll on the Kanal and admire the inventivity of the graffitis allowed on this Danube channel. it is a 10-15 mn walk from my flat
if you come across the Anker clock at the right time, it will give you a nice mechanical show :)
6 locals recommend
Ankeruhr Clock
if you come across the Anker clock at the right time, it will give you a nice mechanical show :)
This shortcut has a Milano flair and takes you straight to the Hofburg palace.
7 locals recommend
Ferstel Passage
4 StrauchgasseThis shortcut has a Milano flair and takes you straight to the Hofburg palace.
Clubbing
techno lovers may enjoy partying all night at Grelle. the type of music may change, check their social media for events
166 locals recommend
Grelle Forelle
12 Spittelauer Ländetechno lovers may enjoy partying all night at Grelle. the type of music may change, check their social media for events
Traveler advice
Getting around
Airport Shuttle
There are two options to get to the center from the airport.
The city Airport train is a bit overpriced (16E) in my opinion. I would advise to get a S-Bahn such as S7 or REX. If you want, get a transport pass on the WienMobil app (for Vienna City Center). Then, the extra airport ticket will be around 2 euros, as you will pay only until the city borders ;)
Customs and culture
SPA culture
Beware - Austrian culture is fully naked and mixed sex at most SPAs, including in certain gyms and fitness clubs. If you're not sure, ask before entering ;)
Getting around
Public transports
Vienna has a pretty awesome transport system.
from my flat, the bus 40a will take you to the U6 line or to the ring.
The tram D will take you through most historical buildings and in half an hour approximately to the main train station.
Metros U4 and U2 are at walking distance.
and don't forget the Franz Josef train station for day trips to Klosterneuburg or Krems