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Summary 1. History of Vienna 2. How Voting Works 3. Reader Favorites 4. The Winner 5. The Full List Vienna: A Historical Gem Vienna is a city showcasing more than 2,000 years of history across its tidy promenades. It served as the seat of the Holy Roman Empire and became a hub for arts and…
There is no denying that Vienna is fit for a monarch. The Austrian capital brims with the earthly pleasures of humankind: heart-stopping cake-topping architecture, vast Baroque boulevards, rich full wines plucked and pressed from the surrounding hills, and enough museum masterpieces to gawp at until your crown falls off. However, with all those regal elegances…
As the former HQ of the Hapsburg Empire, the Austrian capital has a flabbergasting stash of cultural and art treasures—more than you could ever hope to see in a lifetime. However, with 48 hours at your disposal, you can easily take in some of the city’s trophy sights: baroque palaces bejewelled with Klimt’s golden wonders,…
Top Serene Spots in Vienna for Ultimate Relaxation With striking architecture, calming saunas, and a vibrant coffeehouse culture, Vienna emerges as a city that embodies tranquility. Here are ten serene spots where locals go to unwind, providing an oasis of calm that will make you feel rejuvenated. Hide Among the Sunflowers of the Volksgarten Pavillion…
Experience Vienna’s Enchanting Winter Ball Season Vienna’s famous winter ball season is here! Eagerly awaited by thousands of Viennese and a growing number of visitors, these ballroom dancing events have shaped Vienna’s image in the same way as Sacher Torte and the Great Ferris Wheel. While the ball season officially started on 11 November, the…
Transformative Journey to Vienna The outside of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna ©Mike Clegg/500px When I was 29 and living in Montana with my boyfriend, I took a year-long fellowship at Radcliffe College and moved by myself to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Initially, I thought it was too great an opportunity to miss, but weeks later, I…
Explore Vienna’s Beautiful Parks: A Guide to Outdoor Bliss Fringed by enchanting woods and vineyards, Vienna is renowned as one of the greenest cities in the world. Half of the entire Austrian capital is dedicated to green espaces, with some spectacular places to explore – over a quarter of its 2000 parks are former imperial…
Top Museums to Explore in Vienna, Austria Savvy culture lovers know that one can gallery hop for weeks in Vienna and barely scratch the (gilded, painted or carved) surface. Even after decades of visits, it’s possible to stumble across new collections that intrigue and excite. The Austrian capital punches well above its size as a…
It’s a pleasure to take in all Vienna has to offer – and there are many ways to travel among all the neighborhoods, palaces, museums, and wine bars you’ll find in town. More laid-back than larger European capitals, Vienna’s famous streets are easy to explore on foot. The Innere Stadt is at the core of…
Austria’s cultured and charismatic capital, Vienna, is anything but one-dimensional; the city changes with the seasons. Winter brings jubilant Christmas markets, and summer offers delightful warm weather that entices locals to spend afternoons lounging in the city’s green spaces. An impressive array of annual events adds even more variety. Additionally, some must-dos, like indulging in…
Salzburg vs. Vienna: A Cultural Clash in Austria Mountains, music, and sweets mit Schlag: Austria’s charms are irresistible, and draw millions of visitors each year. Among these, Salzburg and Vienna stand out as two of the country’s most populous and culturally rich cities. But which city offers a better introduction to Austrian art and culture?…
Best Day Trips from Vienna The once hallowed seat of the Habsburg Empire, Vienna spoils travelers with baroque palaces, fabled coffee houses, and plenty of cultural pizzazz. However, Austria’s stirring capital also serves as a great base for exploring some of the country’s other jewels. Here are the best day trips from Vienna. See Storybook…
Essential Tips for Exploring Austria Whenever someone asks me about my favorite country, I answer “Austria” wholeheartedly. This small but mighty place is a treasure chest full of culture and beauty. There are some essential tips to keep in mind before embarking on your Austrian adventure. With these insider suggestions—covering everything from transportation to cultural…
Explore Vienna: A Neighborhood Guide Year after year, Vienna ranks at the top of quality of living surveys, and it doesn’t take a genius to figure out why. Nestled along the Danube, the Austrian capital strikes a perfect balance between urban living and the outdoors. Culturally, it packs a powerful punch with its palaces, galleries,…
Discover the Wonders of Vienna With a millennium-long history, Vienna boasts ruins and relics, masterpiece-stuffed museums, and grand palaces. Moreover, it is a modern metropolis consistently rated one of the world’s most livable cities, visible in its gracious Bezirke (districts) and cutting-edge cultural attractions. Start at Stephansdom Gothic and glorious, iconic Stephansdom and its 136m…
Explore Vienna: 12 Free Things to Do in the Austrian Capital With a breathtaking mix of Hapsburg palaces, neoclassical concert halls, elegant coffee houses, and galleries filled with masterpieces, Vienna can feel overwhelmingly grand. However, it may surprise you that with a bit of careful planning, you can enjoy a wealth of experiences in this…