Vienna
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Day 2
11:00AM
Hofburg Palace
Vienna's Imperial Palace. The Imperial family used to live here. Can view private apartments and visit the Austrian State Library.
1:30PM
Albertina Museum
Has great modern art. Highly recommend if you like Monet, Chagall, Picasso.
2:30PM
Hotel Sacher
Must get the chocolate torte at this iconic location. Make a rez if you can!
5:00PM
Head back to hotel to relax
11:30PM
St Stephen's Cathedral
Climb St. Stephen's Cathedral and then check out the interior and even the catacombs
1:00PM
Shopping
Head to Burggasse 24 vintage shop and walk around this cute shopping area
2:00PM
Demel Bakery
Backtrack a few steps to grab another chocolate torte or pastry at this iconic bakery.
3:00PM
Schobrunn Palace
Head over to this beautiful palace and explore the interior and gardens before doing a wine tasting!
5:30PM
Head back to hotel to relax
7:30PM
Zum WeiBen Rauchfangkehrer
Amazing Viennese food. A little on the fancier side but prices are not too bad. Get the schnitzel (again!).
Brunch & Lunch
Dinner
Dessert & Food Halls
Brunch & Lunch
Alt-wiener würstelstand zum volkstheater
DF
Amazing bratwurst!! You must try this when you are in Vienna. It is basically a hot dog stand but it is a must. Cash only!!
Bitzinger
Worth the wait for these amazing sausages. Two locations, right outside of Albertina or the Ferris Wheel.
Cafe Sperl
Great option for brunch. Lots of egg options and pastries. Iconic for Before Sunrise being filmed here!
$$ - $$$
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Erich
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GF
So cute you can make your own egg breakfast SO good! They don't take brunch reservations on the weekend.
$$ - $$$
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Josef Brot
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Known for their eggs benedict and must get chai and french toast. Also the cinnamon roll is amazing! Has more than one location.
$ - $$
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Klein's Cafe
Small Viennese cafe. Make sure to get a coffee here and can get all day breakfast.
$ - $$
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Lugeck
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Famous for schnitzel but has other options. Good for dinner too. Viennese food.
$$ - $$$
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Miznon
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I mean you can't really go wrong with Miznon! Get any of the pitas and of course the cauliflower and sweet potato.
$ - $$
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Motto Am Fluss Cafe
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GF
Really good brunch! Can get pastries or more breakfast stuff.
$$ - $$$
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Dinner
Figlmüller
DF
Very popular for schnitzel. Must make a reservation. They have two locations! "If you don't go to Figlmüller you are doing it wrong!"
$$ - $$$
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Kitch A Sushi
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Good sushi find in Vienna. Has skewers too if you aren't into sushi.
$$ - $$$
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Mochi
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DF
Japanese food with a twist. You can watch the chefs at work while you eat.
Rating: 8.5/10
Rating: 8.5/10
Meisl and Schadn
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Great authentic Viennese food. Amazing schnitzel but also have vegetarian "celery" schnitzel.
$$ - $$$
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Neni
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Very good Israeli food. They actually have several locations throughout Europe and two in Vienna plus at the market.
Rating: 9/10
Rating: 9/10
$$ - $$$
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Skopik & Lohn
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Smallish but really good menu. Has schnitzel but has other really good stuff to try too!
$$ - $$$
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Zum WeiBen Rauchfangkehrer
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Amazing traditional Viennese food. Has a michelin star but prices aren't crazy. Good for lunch too. Get the schnitzel!
$$ - $$$
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Zwolf Apostelkeller
V
Authentic Viennese food. Very good schnitzel! Open for lunch too.
$$ - $$$
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Dessert & Food Halls
Demel
V
This is an absolute must!! It is the most amazing bakery for classic desserts. Must get the chocolate torte.
Rating: 8/10
Rating: 8/10
$ - $$
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The Albertina Museum
Largest collection of modern art in Central Europe. If you love modern art do not miss! Has Chagall, Monet, Picasso, etc.
Austrian State Library
Located in the Imperial Palace. It is arguably one of the most beautiful libraries in the world.
Burggasse 24 vintage shop
Put Neubau in as a starting point. Good vintage stores and cute area to walk around.
Butterly House
A must! So pretty and cool. Hundreds of free-flying tropical butterflies live under almost natural conditions in a miniature tropical rain forest
Concerts & Events
For tickets to some of Vienna's most popular concerts and a look at some other great options when visiting, click the link! The holidays are a great time to take in a show!
Free Walking Tour
Let your local guide give you a history lesson on this informative walk around Vienna.
Hofburg Palace
Vienna's Imperial Palace. The Imperial family used to live here. Can view private apartments and visit the Austrian State Library.
Musikverein
A beautiful concert hall showcasing the Vienna Motzart Orchestra. A unique experience but memorable.
Naschmarkt Food Walking Tour
A great way to "taste" Vienna! Get a tour of this famous market and even taste some special items only available to you!
Pedalpower Bike Tour
Great way to see the city! Have the option to book a private or group tour. Can do segway too.
Schonbrunn Palace
A must see. Great pics! Do the guided tour to learn about what you are touring. Make sure to check out the gardens! Want to skip the line? Book through Get Your Guide, linked below.
Sisi Museum
Extravagant silver, porcelain & crystal-glass tableware, once used for dining in the Imperial court. Very beautiful!
Stephansdome
Climb St. Stephen's Cathedral and then check out the interior and even the catacombs and do not miss the tiled roof!
Vienna State Opera
The Vienna State Opera is a historic opera house and opera company based in Vienna, Austria. You can visit just to check it our or get tickets to a memorable performance!
Wine Tasting at Schonbrunn Palace
Fun activity while visiting the palace. Try five different Viennese wines. Lasts about one hour.
Budget
Average
Splurge
Budget
Wombats Hostel
Good location. Well known hostel brand. Private double approx $45 per person, per night
St. Christopher's Inns
Clean and in a good locations. Private, double rooms for approx $40 per person, per night
Airbnb
Comes recommended. Sleeps two comfortably. Approx $87 per night.
Average
Marriott City Center
Walking distance to everything. Doubles approx $129 per person, per night.
Splurge
Boutique Hotel am Stephansplatz
Great location, very clean and has a great breakfast. Doubles approx $196 per person, per night.
Bars & Clubs
Bars & Clubs
Do & Co Onyx Bar
Located on the 6th floor of the hotel.
Good for pre-dinner drinks
Travel Shack
Fun bar! It is where all the study abroad kids go. They have funny shots! There is a karaoke room.
Prater Dome
"Have a weird cover charge thing where you have to pay to go in and out? Didn’t really get it BUT was such a fun place." They have a ton of different rooms with diff vibes (like EDM, Pop, R+B).
Potions
So fun and cute!! Need a reservation.