The city of Vienna is renowned for its UNESCO-listed historic city center, café culture, world class museums, and opulent palaces. On a visit to Vienna, you can explore this city’s historical and cultural treasures, learn more about the Habsburg family as you tour Hofburg and Schönbrunn palaces, and indulge on pastries and cakes at a long list of coffee houses. …
2 Days in Vienna Itinerary: How to Plan a Trip to Vienna
If you are planning your first trip to Vienna, this Vienna itinerary is perfect for you. With 2 days in Vienna, you have just enough time to see the highlights of this incredible city. Explore the historic heart of Vienna, tour Schönbrunn and Hofburg Palaces, dine in a Viennese café, and get a bird’s eye view of Vienna from St. …
One Perfect Day in Vienna | Best of Vienna in 24 Hours
Planning a trip to Austria and only have one day in Vienna? With a well-planned day, you can visit Vienna’s must-see sights, including St. Stephen’s Cathedral and Hofburg Palace, and dine in one or more famous coffee houses. This itinerary is a wonderful mix of must-visit places plus a few memorable dining experiences. In this guide, we provide a detailed …
Best Cafés in Vienna: 10 Must-Visit Coffee Houses & Patisseries
Welcome to Vienna, a city of music, culture, and of course, charming cafés and coffee houses. Dining on elegant Viennese pastries paired with freshly brewed coffee is a quintessential experience for locals and visitors. Join us as we uncover the best cafés in Vienna, from iconic establishments to hidden gems. A Few Things to Know Before We Get Started …
Christmas in Vienna: Christmas Lights Walking Tour & Festive Things to Do
From late November through December, Vienna transforms into a holiday wonderland. Festive lights are strung up along this city’s famous streets and small markets pop-up all-over town. Imagine yourself sipping on hot mulled wine, shopping at the markets, and going for a stroll along the brilliantly illuminated streets. These experiences create a memorable Christmas in Vienna. In this guide, we …
Vienna Christmas Markets 2024 | Where to Eat, Drink & Shop
If you have plans to visit Vienna in December, you are in for a holiday treat. The Vienna Christmas markets are some of the best in Europe. In mid-November, Vienna transforms into a magical wonderland. Small markets spring up on famous squares and in front of historic buildings. For sale are holiday gifts, arts and crafts, spiced mulled wine, and …
One Week in Europe: 25 Epic Itineraries
With one week in Europe, you have an infinite number of possibilities for coming up with your “perfect” itinerary. Do you dream of visiting world-class cities like Paris, Barcelona, or Venice? Or would you rather hike the Alps, go on a scenic train ride, explore the beautiful beaches and coastal towns in southern Europe, visit fairytale towns and castles, island …
One Perfect Day in Hallstatt, Austria
Hallstatt is a picture-perfect town in Austria. This was once a quiet place, off of the radar of many European visitors. However, in recent years, Hallstatt has become one of the most popular places to visit in Austria. Spending one day in Hallstatt can be a wonderful experience, there are just some things you should know before you go. This …
10 Day Central Europe Itinerary: Budapest, Vienna, & Prague
For those who want to tour three of Europe’s great cities, this central Europe itinerary is perfect. Start with Budapest, a gorgeous city known for its thermal baths, unique architecture, and stunning setting along the Danube River. Next, travel to Vienna, a sophisticated city rich in history and culture. End with Prague, the most beautiful of the three cities (in …
Vienna Bucket List: 25 Amazing Things to Do in Vienna
Dine at a Viennese café, visit the Hofburg Palace and Schönbrunn Palace, have a slice of Sacher Torte, stroll along Vienna’s bustling pedestrian streets, and ride the oldest Ferris wheel in the world…these top the list of things to do in Vienna. So far, we have visited Vienna twice. The first time was during the month of May, on a …