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Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Vienna.
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Must-see attractions in Vienna
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 21 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Vienna is uniquely known as a city for the young, the carefree, and the intellectually self-challenging. But this is just one of the many facades of this city. Vienna is a city alive with activity, dynamic, frolicking, and rocking. With independent labels, cult-status underground record stores, a vibrant club scene, and multitudes of street performers, the lifestyle here has evolved into a truly electrifying experience for all classes of people.
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Halal restaurants in Vienna
Vienna’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 24 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
viennaFrank's (American)
Modern and fashionable restaurant/bar with a mixture of surf 'n' turf dishes, pasta, pizzas and sandwiches. High standard cooking with mouth-watering desserts which include several types of waffles and cheesecake, will leave you longing for more. The US version of Miller and Budweiser along with a good selection of local beers is also available.
viennaRa'mien (Chinese)
Fashionable design, style, and reasonably priced dishes combine to make Ra'mien Vienna's hippest noodle bar. La Mien with seafood and flying noodles with curry and mince meat as the special lunchtime dishes are recommended. Dinner options - from a seasonal menu card - are altogether more expensive. A downstairs lounge club (popular with the locals) is open until 4am.
viennaUnkai (Japanese)
Situated in one of Vienna's most elegant hotels, The Grand, Unkai offers tantalizing, award winning Japanese cuisine. You'll be spoilt for choice with the wide variety of dishes that the restaurant has to offer. That or the a la carte menu, either way, Unkai's offerings are sure to please those with a taste of class!
viennaBel Etage (French)
Located near the extravagant surroundings of the Hotel De France, the Bel Etage offers a wide mix of Austrian and French cuisines. It may be a wee bit upscale but then you're assured of five-star standard.
viennaDemi-Tass (Indian)
Calling Demi-Tass the "best Indian restaurant in town" would be no exaggeration. The restaurant itself is not too large in terms of size, but the space is well-utilized. The place is richly decorated in pleasant themes; service is quick, very professional, polite and efficient. The menu has a large variety to choose from, listing standard curries, kormas and vindaloos, and the mouthwatering chef's specials. Prices are high, but the food is excellent. Highly recommended for people who like their curries spicy.
viennaBayou (Now Blue Plate, American)
Bringing the taste of New Orleans to the city of Vienna, Bayou is the place you would want to hit if you fancy European food and spices with the flavors of Africa and America, staples such as Creole hot sausage, crawfish bisque, chicken jambalaya and seafood gumbo, alongside a weekly specials menu, yummy puddings (which include mango flan and pecan pie) and an excellent selection of well-made cocktails. Good value, with a cordial and casual atmosphere.
Vienna masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
Where to stay in Vienna
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
viennaHotel Imperial
The pulse of the 'heart of Vienna', located in the famous Ringstrasse area with the Musikverein Concert Hall next door, this elegant Hotel was built as the Prince of Wurtemberg Palace in 1869 and refurbished as a hotel in 1873. It is walking distance from St Stephen's Cathedral. Renowned for its subtle, yet perfected service standards, here tradition lives on in the tasteful interiors, the ceiling frescoes, masterpieces adorning the walls, the aroma of the coffee house used for a hundred years by authors to script their legends. There is elegance, variety and charm in each of the 138 rooms and suites and butler service provided in the exquisite suite range. A glamorous venue for conferences, meetings and celebrations for up to 250 guests, the hotel is equipped with all modern amenities. It hosts famous state visitors and even the most experienced travelers find this hotel truly enchanting.
viennaPalais Coburg
This unique hotel situated in the heart of the city is the first new five star hotel Vienna has produced in the past ten years. This was once a royal residence built by Duke Ferdinand of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha in 1840-45. It blends six centuries of history in its exquisite architectural style while shaping the future with detailed attention to modern conveniences. The result is a truly special luxury boutique hotel with only 35 suites. These suites retain the grandeur of the past with all the comforts of a luxury hotel including a small kitchenette, flat screen TV and free wireless internet access. On the top floor of the hotel is a world standard spa, pool and a gym. There are nine function rooms. Amongst the eateries, the Restaurant Coburg is one of Vienna's finest. There is a bar and Garden Pavillion for lighter meals. On the ground floor is the famous Wine Archive, from where guests can not only buy from a formidable choice of the finest wines but also from other famous Austrian products for example the Alois Golles fruit vinegars.
viennaHotel Ambassador
Situated in the center of the city, this hotel was once a warehouse. Today it is five star luxurious hotel which has inspired many writers artists and politicians in the course of its history. Mark Twain, Marlene Dietrich and Theodore Roosevelt are believed to have been guests here. Its location is perfect, allowing guests to relax and enjoy Viennese culture and feel. With the famous shopping street, Karntner Strasse, on one side and Neuer Market on the other, between Vienna State Opera and St Stephen's Cathedral with Donner Fountain in front, there is never a dull moment.
viennaHotel Bristol
Well located, next to The Vienna State Opera, adjacent to the Karntner Strasse, this Hotel was built in 1892. It blends beautiful fine art and antiques with stylishly done interiors; gilt framed long mirrors in every landing of the impressive large stairways, marble columns, brass pots with palm plants in the lobby giving privacy to guests while they read newspapers in a language of their choice, an Executive Floor with English style cherry wood paneling, a business studio with the same elegance. Wing Back chairs, leather arm chairs, luxurious fabrics and star shaped ceiling, pale wooden furnishing and black geometric inlays all add to the Art Nouveou look.
viennaHotel Prinz Eugen
Very close to the Belvedere Palace, this 4 star hotel is on the Gurtel in the embassy district, opposite the Southern Train Station hence with easy access to the city centre, airport or other places of interest in Vienna. Part of the Intercontinental chain it is a good place to begin exploration of this amazing city.
History and today in Vienna
Read the city today, its history, residents, culture, and character before planning your route.
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When to go
Vienna is a very happening city, alive all year round. Festivities and artistic performances are a common and popular sight anytime of the year.
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Fast Facts
-Location: Vienna, State Capital of Austria. Dialing code; 00 43 1: (e.g. 00 43 1 XXX-XXXX); Emergency numbers: European emergency call number: 112 Police: 133 Ambulances: 144 Firefighters: 122
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Exchange Rates
The currency previously used was the Austrian Schilling (ATS),
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Public Holidays
Jan 1 New Year's Day: Jan 6 Epiphany March/April Good Friday; March/April Easter Sunday: May 1 Labor Day May 21 Ascension May 31 Pentecost Sunday June 1 Pentecost Monday Jun 11 Corpus Christi Aug 15 Assumption of Mary Oct 26 National Day Nov 1 All Saints Day Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Dec 24 Christmas Eve Dec 25 Christmas Day Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Dec 31 New Year's Eve
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Average Monthly Temperatures
January low temperature: -4 °C high temperature: 1 °C
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Vienna Residents
Vienna has a truly diverse mix of people, whether they are classified on the basis of religion, ethnicity, nationality, age, or interests. Where you can find groups of old timers dozing off to the tunes of Mozart and Beethoven in a coffee house on a street corner, you can also find energetic youth dancing to heart-thumping electronic music.
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Vienna today
Vienna is uniquely known as a city for the young, the carefree, and the intellectually self-challenging. But this is just one of the many facades of this city. Vienna is a city alive with activity, dynamic, frolicking, and rocking. With independent labels, cult-status underground record stores, a vibrant club scene, and multitudes of street performers, the lifestyle here has evolved into a truly electrifying experience for all classes of people.
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Shopping in Vienna
Explore 13 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
viennaRingstrassengalerien
The Ringstrassengalerien is a shopper's delight, offering stores with some famous names. It is located close to some of Vienna's most prestigious hotels. It is popular for the latest in fashion, ranging from Adidas to Versace, and about two hundred more brands. This shopping mall is for those who believe in buying their dream brands at a dream location. Also contains cafes, jewelry stores, bars, and an ample parking space for 750 vehicles.
viennaDas mobel - Das geschaft shop
Located between Naschmarkt and the Museumsquartier, this large furniture market is where you can find many pieces of furniture and other accessories from all over the world.
viennaJuwelier Wempe
This store is quite popular for its sensational choice of quality jewelry. Beside German and Swiss watch brands A. Lange & Sohne and Cartier you can also get the latest jewelry right out of a local Vienna workshop. Goods are also made to order.
viennaJuwelier Horwath
This shop is situated in the busy city center of Vienna. It has white and yellow gold jewelry in 14 and 18 carat gold. Besides gold, it also offers exquisite pearl jewelry, Tahiti or Japanese cultured pearl necklaces. It also offers a diverse range of elegant watches at varying prices for all types of buyers.
viennaZak Schuhmoden
This popular shoe store was founded in 1912 by Thomas Zak, and is now owned by his fourth generation. Almost all their shoes are framed, sewed and stitched by hand, which makes them even more elegant. This makes them very popular; shoes are also exported to the rest of the world. Women's shoes of labels like Sergio Rossi, Ungaro, Baldinini and Casadei are also available. Other leather accessories like bags and belts are also available.
Signature sights in Vienna
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Vienna
Plan around 12 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
viennaNew Year concerts
Conducted by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, this is a concert of classical and lively yet nostalgic, orchestral music that is held every year on the morning of the first of January in Vienna. It is broadcast by television and radio networks to an estimated audience of around one billion in 44 countries around the globe.
viennaShrovetide Carnival (known as Fasching in Austria)
This Roman Catholic carnival marking the return of spring is celebrated actively in German-speaking countries. There are many regional differences concerning the name, duration, and activities of the carnival, but there are always dances, processions through the streets, and masquerades.
viennaWien Wienle (Film Festival in Vienna)
If you are crazy about opera, this is a brilliant show for you. The Film Festival in front of the Vienna City Hall screens a different film related to operas, on a gigantic screen every night. Entrance is absolutely free, and a variety of international cuisines adds to the appeal of the show.
viennaWiener Festwochen (from the beginning of May until the middle of June)
Every year for five weeks, in May and June, Vienna comes alive with the sound of music, the patter of dancing feet and myriad performances. Started in 1951, during the occupation of Vienna by the four allies, this festival is held each year at the Theatre an der Wein.
viennaMidsummer Night's festival (21 June)
Come June 21 and the sky is all lit up with magnificent bonfires to celebrate that special night of midsummer.
Vienna tours and experiences
Heritage walks, food crawls, coastal trips, museum circuits, family days, and guided ideas for an easier day out.
viennaVienna Guide Service
They are among the top ranked tour operators in the city, and offer excellent services for quite moderate costs.
viennaAHRE Austria Guide
They offer basic city tours, to make newcomers familiar with the city and its districts, and advanced tours, to help them adjust more comfortably to the city's environment. An interesting feature is also a tour of the haunted areas and buildings around the city, with reference to ghosts and sightings.
viennaVienna Walks & Talks
What more could you ask for than knowledgeable and dynamic guides, exquisite lodgings, pleasant service, small groups and competitive prices?
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