During your conference or seminar stay in this globally recognised congress city, revel in Vienna’s exceptionally high quality of living, which has repeatedly earned it the title of the world’s most liveable city. Benefit from a well-developed public transport network that will get you to your business meetings across Vienna. During your breaks, stretch your legs and unwind in the city’s 990 parks and gardens or indulge in the many delicacies the Viennese cuisine has to offer. In your leisure time, the city’s seemingly endless cultural offerings invite you to marvel at the sights, visit museums, and immerse yourself in cultural events.
Amidst art and culture
Having been shaped by half a millennium of history, it comes as no surprise that Vienna offers an overwhelming wealth of sights, excursions, cultural events, and leisure activities. Wander through the exceptionally well-preserved historic inner city and admire masterpieces such as the Gothic St. Stephen’s Cathedral or the imperial Hofburg up close.
With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which historical sites and sights to visit. One highlight that is not to be missed is the Schönbrunn Palace, featuring elegant gardens and the oldest zoo in the world. A variety of city tours, museums, and exhibitions — such as the Art History Museum, the Albertina Art Museum, and the MuseumsQuartier — make Vienna’s cultural riches tangible. For culture enthusiasts, a visit to the Vienna State Opera and Austria’s national theatre, the Burgtheater, where you will be enchanted by the outstanding performances, is a must-do.
Supporting programme activities and leisure time in Vienna
Whether it be professional team buildings, tours and excursions, or leisure activities to spice up the social programme — countless adventures await you in Vienna.
Well worth a visit is the Vienna Prater, a famous amusement park popular with both locals and visitors. Admire the city’s beauty from above as you enjoy a ride on the historic Ferris wheel or get your fill of adrenaline on the action-packed roller coaster rides and spooky haunted houses. During the warm summer months, boat trips on the Old Danube are highly recommended, as is visiting the Christmas market in front of Vienna’s town hall and sipping a cup of mulled wine during the Advent season.
Music lovers will particularly appreciate Vienna as music virtually fills the city’s air: Enter the world of sound by visiting Haus der Musik, a unique interactive sound museum, attend world-class concerts, or hit the dance floor at one of the 400 glittering balls that take place during the ball season.
Regardless of which sights and activities you choose, the best way to truly experience Vienna is to get right among the hustle and bustle on the streets — for example on Mariahilfer Straße, one of Vienna’s longest streets that doubles as a shopping boulevard. Visitors can also experience the city with all their senses by unwinding in a typical Viennese coffee house or one of the many Schanigärten, the charming garden-style outside dining areas.
Culinary Specialities
Vienna’s culinary diversity is a delight. At a Viennese ‘Beisl’ — a cosy regional inn serving hearty fare and home-style cooking — you can savour classics of Viennese cuisine such as Wiener Schnitzel or Kaiserschmarren in all their originality. The rustic Heurigen, that is, traditional local wine taverns, nestled in Vienna’s vineyards serve excellent wines and regional delicacies with a long-standing tradition. Vienna’s inner city is further home to numerous modern gourmet restaurants and trendy eateries offering exceptional foods that will be the cherry on top of your conference experience.
Don’t forget to take the time to experience Vienna’s unique coffee house culture by spending some time in these cultural hotspots. In addition to excellent coffee, guests enjoy homemade cakes — among others, the world-famous Sachertorte, one of the most well-known specialities of Viennese cuisine.
Those with a fondness for food markets and street food will also get their fill in Vienna: ‘Würstelstände’, the typical fast food stands selling sausages such as Bratwurst and Frankfurter sausage, and other food stands form part of Vienna’s cityscape and can be found at every corner. Another highly popular place for foodies is Vienna’s Naschmarkt, a culinary market with well over 100 market stalls that offer a wide range of delicacies, catering to every taste.