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Vienna, Austria

 

Welcome to Vienna. 

Austria’s capital Vienna offers a blend of imperial traditions, music and endearing charm. A city that inspires with the old and the new alike, there is always a cozy place available in a coffee house or wine tavern.

Local Information

Time Zone
Central European Time, CET, UTC+01:00

Average Temperature — March
47° /36° Fahrenheit (08/02 Celsius)

Currency
Euro (EUR)

Electricity
230V, 50Hz AC

Language
German

From palaces to pastries.

In Vienna, the coffee house isn’t just a hangout — it’s an institution. According to UNESCO, lingering over a newspaper with a pastry and a strong espresso drink is officially a cornerstone of Viennese culture. Walk off your slice of Sachertorte with a self-guided tour of the city’s stunning traditional, Secessionist and modern architecture, such as the Imperial Palace, the State Opera House, the Kirche am Steinhof or the Kunsthistorisches Museum, an exercise in ornate geometry.

Learn about the best things to do in Vienna. >

LGBTQI+ travelers.

Vienna is a modern and diverse metropolis. There you can love whoever you want. And that’s a good thing.

Get information for LGBTQI+ visitors. >

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