I get asked by some people for my own recommendations for what to see in the city, considering I spend hundreds of hours walking the streets to give you this site. So, here are my top 5 things to do in Vienna… Wander around the centre But, hey, Vienna’s a historic city. Almost every few […]
Sausage stalls are by no means the only source of street food in Vienna. Austrian cuisine has also come up with a variety of specialties for those who wish to dine on the run. They include everything from solid home cooking to dainty sweet snacks. There isn’t time for a photo – it’s too tasty […]
There are cafes beyond the usual routine. They leave an impression and are cultural identifiers. I have been fortunate enough to try a few. Café Dorian in Venice I may be back to; Oslo’s Grand Café, where I went in November 2013, is another. But this blog is dedicated to another landmark space, Vienna’s Café […]
Splendor and majesty in the center of the inner city: Admire the private flats and beautiful staterooms of the erstwhile imperial household, and experience the numerous museums and collections of the Imperial Palace. Historically evolved complex The Gothic Hofburg Chapel, where the Vienna Boys’ Choir sings during High Mass on every Sunday, is a perpetual […]
In just a few days, the Town of Vienna will launch its annual Restaurant Week. Over 40 restaurants will feature prix fixe menus, discounts or specials during the event, which begins Friday, March 7. A “festive social event” will be from 4:30-6:30 p.m. that afternoon at the Vienna Town Green, with music, giveaways and complimentary […]
The Hundertwasser House in Vienna is Austria’s architectural gem. Friedensreich Hundertwasser’s house attracts tourists from across the globe. The Hundertwasser House in Vienna features the unmistakable touch of the artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser (1928-2000), whose birth name was Friedrich Stowasser. The colorfully adorned outer façade of Hundertwasser House in Vienna commands attention nearly magically.The Hundertwasserhaus is […]
Art and delight in the museum The Café & Restaurant in the splendid cupola hall of the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien is not only a pleasant spot to unwind during the day, its incredible culinary events are also a wonderful means of spending an evening with friends and family in this special gourmet ambiance. Come with […]
Graz is Austria’s second largest city and an old university town with six universities. Get to know Graz and make the most of its prime attractions; the picturesque, old center, which is part of the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites, and Castle Hill above the city center, are great reasons to visit Graz. Where […]
The Mayor of Vienna’s official residence is one of the most stately and imposing buildings on the Ringstrasse. The Rathausplatz in front is a favorite venue for events – and there is also much to be seen inside. Vienna City Hall, constructed between 1872 and 1883 by Friedrich von Schmidt, is the most significant secular […]
City Bites: Street Food in Vienna Street food can be found all over Vienna, not just at sausage stands. For those who want to eat quickly, Viennese cuisine has also created a number of specialties. They range from hearty home cooking to delicate sweet treats. There’s not much time for photos – it’s just too […]
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