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Your guide to Vienna
Where do locals hang out in Vienna?
Most locals are content shopping, dining, and hitting the bars in their own bezirk (or district), but the metro can quickly whisk you from one spot to the next for those who want to get out and explore the city center. In the winter, you’ll find locals huddled in cozy bars and cafes in places such as the 4th district, or out enjoying Christkindlmarkt and Schönbrunn, among other Christmas markets around the city. And for shopping, most locals don’t mind sharing either the streets of Mariahilferstrasse.
What are the most unique things to do in Vienna?
Go to a classical piano concert
Musicians host you at Sala Terrena, the oldest concert hall in Vienna near St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the venue where Mozart played to earn enough money to rent his first apartment. For a performance in a different setting, head to a small art gallery, with a grand piano on stage, to enjoy original and classic arrangement by an acclaimed pianist.
Learn to cook schnitzel and strudel
Your local guide shares their grandmother’s recipes and lets you in on the secret to making the crispiest schnitzel and the crunchiest apfelstrudel (apple strudel). Discuss Austrian cuisine and more over a 2- or 3-course meal.
Take a tour to learn about the spies of Vienna
Expect to retrace bold plans, and find signs and clues hidden in plain sight that represent a dark time in the country’s history. At the end, you will know more than enough to be dangerous on the topic.
Kayak or bike in Vienna
Experience another perspective on the water or on two wheels. Tandem kayaks out on the Danube River are a fun local activity in the warmer months; meanwhile the city’s bikeable streets can lead you to hidden gems faster than on foot.
What are the best day trips from Vienna?
Whether you’re visiting or have lived in Vienna all your life, a day of wine tasting in the Weinviertel region, known for grüner veltliner, is a pleasant escape from city life. Day tours depart from downtown Vienna, allowing you to enjoy a full day with round-trip transportation.
For those who want to get outdoors, enjoy the World Heritage Trails around the charming medieval village of Spitz. During the 3-hour hike, you’ll walk a rollercoaster of hills, passing vineyards, elm oak, pine tree forests, and beautiful rock formations along the way. At the end, enjoy wine and a snack in a local tavern before your local guide brings you back to Vienna.