Visiting Vienna – insider tips and info

Tips for your trip to Vienna

Allow me to introduce you to the wonders of Austria's capital, with a large helping of local insight and a dash of humour. (I'm Mark: an English writer who's lived in Vienna for over 30 years.)

Discover the sights, sounds and tastes of the city, so you can plan your trip better and make the most of your visit.

A Guide to Vienna

See what the city offers visitors, plus a bit of background on topics like local transport, language, food etc ...

Events in Vienna

Current highlights plus top annual events listed by month; find something to add that little bit extra to your trip ...

Vienna COMIX

Expo and convention celebrating the medium that brought us troublesome Gauls and arachnidan teenagers ...

Südwind Straßenfest

Some events just seem to carry an atmosphere of joy about them. This two-day street festival is a perfect example ...

Vienna Blues Spring

Make sure you have a full tank of petrol. And put on sunglasses, even though it's dark outside ...

How do I see a classical concert?

The city has a musical heritage like no other. But where can you hear the best of Mozart and colleagues? ...

What to do in May

A decent time to visit, for May is a month full of festivals and fun ...

Exhibitions in Vienna

My curated list of the major art and other exhibitions on across the city (now and in the coming months) ...

Amadeus Concerts

Classical music with a difference, enhanced by song, humour and an intimate historical setting ...

How to keep cool in Vienna

The city has numerous locations and activities to help you escape the heat ...

Good collecting, bad collecting

The Naturhistorisches Museum's anniversary exhibition presents its work and history, but also highlights different perspectives on collections and collecting ...

Animalia art exhibition

The Heidi Horten Collection explores the relationship between humans and (other) animals as expressed in art ...

Lebt und Arbeitet in Wien exhibition

A rare opportunity to enjoy the full diversity and creativity of Vienna's contemporary art scene ...

Answers to some of those important questions. Do the Viennese speak English? Is it expensive? Is it safe?
Discover the Vienna Christmas markets, where you can enjoy a feast of culinary delights and a mug of punch.
Explore some of Vienna's traditional foods, like Wiener Schnitzel, the Käsekrainer and Kaiserschmarrn.