Stay in Vienna
Discover Vienna, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities! The Austrian capital will charm you with its impressive monuments bearing witness to the past, its artistic masterpieces, its cultural activities and its delicious culinary specialities. Let yourself be enchanted by the castles and palaces, the cathedral, the Ferris wheel, the museums and all the other must-see attractions in this city on the banks of the Danube.
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With over 100 museums and theatres and stunning architecture, Vienna is a fascinating city to explore on a city break. But Austria isn’t the only European destination where you can enjoy unforgettable moments with family or friends. Discover other European cities that are perfect for a city break.
Vienna – Austria’s historic and modern capital
Vienna perfectly blends the past with the present. Follow in the footsteps of the greatest Austrian composers such as Mozart, Strauss, Haydn and Schubert during your stay in Vienna. Discover the Hofburg, the winter residence of the Habsburg emperors, or Schönbrunn Palace, their summer residence. If you’re an art lover, you’ll be captivated by Vienna’s many museums, some of which are located in the Museumsquartier: a 60,000 m² complex dedicated to culture. You can also admire the architecture of the churches, the imposing monuments and the famous St. Stephen’s Cathedral, standing 136 metres tall.
What to see in Vienna?
- Belvedere Palace
- The Hofburg
- Schönbrunn Palace
- St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- The Prater, Vienna’s Ferris wheel (65 metres high)
- St. Charles Borromeo Church
- The Naschmarkt
- The Albertina Art Museum
- The Vienna State Opera
- The Kunsthistorisches Museum, the Museum of Art History
- Hundertwasserhaus, a colourful and unusual building
- The zoo
- The Volksgarten
- The Danube Tower
- The Plague Column
- Heldenplatz
- The Golden Quarter
- Vienna’s historic centre
What to eat in Vienna?
Whilst Vienna is world-famous for its imperial palaces, composers and iconic figures such as Empress Sissi, the Austrian capital also boasts a rich culinary heritage. Both savoury and sweet specialities are delicious and generous! Be sure to try these Viennese culinary specialities during your next visit:
Savoury specialities:
- Schnitzel: breaded veal cutlet. It is usually served with a potato salad.
- Goulash: a beef stew simmered with paprika and onions.
- Tafelspitz: a beef stew with chunks of beef.
- Knödel: potato or bread dumplings.
- Viennese sausages.
Just like the bistros in Paris or the pubs in London, cafés are part of Vienna’s heritage. In fact, there are around 500 cafés in Vienna! These iconic venues serve many types of coffee, such as Viennese coffee, listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2011, as well as delicious pastries.
Sweet specialities:
Sachertorte: a chocolate cake consisting of a sponge base and a layer of chocolate, topped with apricot jam.
Apple strudel: a puff pastry filled with pieces of apple, cinnamon and raisins. It is usually served with whipped cream and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Kaiserschmarrn: pancakes made with stiffly beaten egg whites.
Klimt Torte: a cake made with walnuts and marzipan.
Mozart Torte: a cake made with chocolate, praline and marzipan.
Linzertorte: a lattice-topped tart filled with redcurrant jam.
Top tip: if you want to eat like a local, head to a Heuriger. These unusual, rustic-style restaurants serve traditional Viennese cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
