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Visiting Vienna

Tips for your trip to Vienna

Allow me to introduce you to the wonders of Austria's capital. (I'm Mark - an English writer who's lived in Vienna for 28 years.)

Discover the sights, sounds and tastes of the city, so you can plan your trip better and make the most of your visit.

Aerial view of Vienna church

A Guide to Vienna

This article is going to be biased because I live here and love the city. But let me just introduce ...
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Coffee house sign

The top authentic Viennese experiences

When in Vienna, do as the Viennese do. Ah, but just what do they do? What counts as an authentic ...
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Maria Theresia monument from the art museum

Sightseeing in Vienna

It's quite hard to discover anywhere in central Vienna that doesn't have something worth pointing at while going "Ooooh". But ...
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Current activities

Autumnal leaves

What to do in October

A month like the day before your birthday. In October, everyone in Vienna stares impatiently into their coffee while waiting ...
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Karlsplatz Xmas market, Vienna

Events in Vienna

Current highlights for visitors plus annual events and festivals of particular interest (listed by month); perhaps you can find something ...
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How do I see a classical concert?

How do I see a classical concert?

The city has a musical heritage like no other and one that continues today. So where can you find the ...
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Insider tips

Abstract art

Jean-Michel Basquiat exhibition

The Albertina art museum treads new ground for Austria with its Basquiat retrospective, which launches the traditional year-end bundle of ...
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Tintoretto portrait

Idols and Rivals exhibition

Imagine tales of artists at the height of their powers. Tales of intrigue, jealousy, tragedy, but also respect. Tales that ...
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Ocean vista

George Nuku exhibition

Sometimes an exhibition achieves the rare feat of offering something different, something gorgeous, something engaging, and something thought-provoking all at ...
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Also recommended…

  • Answers to some of those important questions. Do the Viennese speak English? Is it expensive? Is it safe?
  • Discover the Vienna Christmas markets, where you can enjoy a feast of culinary delights and a mug of punch.
  • Explore some of Vienna's traditional foods, like Wiener Schnitzel, the Käsekrainer and Kaiserschmarrn.