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History 5

Arrival 6Getting your bearings on S, U and tram

Getting Around 7Plains, trains, automobiles

Basics 8

Vienna Districts 9Getting streetwise

Christmas in Vienna 10The lights, the gifts, the Glühwein

Twin City Liner 12Austria to Slovakia by river

City of Music 14Vienna sounds good

Culture & Events 16Open air festivals & wine tasting

Where to stay 23From park bench to Park Grand

Coffeehouses 26Coffee, cake & culture

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Restaurants 28From Wiener Schnitzel to BBQ

Heurigen & Wine bars 38Wine, wine and Wien

Nightlife 39Bars, clubs and other dark rooms

Family Fun 43It's a child's world

Sightseeing 44From imperial to contemporary

Jewish Vienna 50Synagogues, museums and a growing community

International Vienna 52Tips for expats

Green Fashion 54Ecological, alternative clothing

Shopping 56Whatever you want

Directory 60

Maps & IndexCentre map 61-63Street register 64Public transport map 65Venue index 66

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FOREWORD

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HISTORYAlthough the days are getting a little shorter, the air a little cooler and the locals a little grumpier, there sure is something to look forward to: Christmas is just around the corner. It's the time when the Viennese and their guests live it up with countless illuminations, joyful crowds at the holiday markets, hot wine and sweet munchies, and the hopes for a better future ahead.In recent years, a dozen or so colourful Christmas markets have mushroomed all over town, and many start as early as mid-November. Overall, it wouldn't seem as if Vienna has heard much of the financial crisis that has gripped the world lately – millions of euros are spent renovating the city's architectural treasures, new shiny stores and boutiques are popping up, and shoppers still look keen on spending some cash here and there. So if you are in town for this exciting season, take some time to wander the city streets, pack in a few holiday gifts, cuddle up in cosy coffee houses, or venture into traditional restaurants for a romantic candlelight dinner.In this edition of Vienna In Your Pocket we have initiated a brief feature of the Jewish Vienna, which we intend to develop in our further issues, focusing on the tumultuous and often tragic past of the city's Jewish population and on the problems facing its small, but active community today. With the re-opening of the Jewish Museum and several other memorial projects being sponsored by the city and its districts, the story of Jewish Vienna is again coming alive and is here for you to explore.So, let us guide you through the 'city of dreams' during these fascinating holiday times. We'll be happy if you share your impressions with us. Write to [email protected].

Vienna's magnificent Schönbrunn Palace bathes in light during the annual Christmas market. All across Vienna visitors will find cosy Christmas markets selling everything from mulled wine, food, toys and crafts, with music and entertainment to keep your toes warm. Read all about it on page 10.

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Vienna is a city of dreams. A ci ty ful l o f l i fe, economic vitality, efficient transportation, numerous modern buildings and architectural gems. A city that offers people work and the youth a wide range of opportunities. Vienna is also the city of green parks, calm, dreamy alleys, art and music. This city attracts people. Vienna is growing; life can be felt on every corner and in every street.Vienna is rightly deemed a city worth living in, a model of providing medical and social benefits. Hardly any other city in the world is as closely tied to both medical tradition and medical advances as Vienna. As the headquarters of international agencies such as OPEC, the UN and the International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna is also a cosmopolitan city of culture and gastronomy - just as the “Vienna School of Medicine” became an international term, so too has Viennese cuisine gained an international reputation. Simply put, Vienna is the perfect mix: street art and the State Opera are just as much a Viennese pair as the Heuriger and first class cuisine. Internationally acclaimed exhibitions in the Albertina or the Museumsquartier are just as much a part of us as an improvised stage in the outer districts or the film festival at Rathausplatz, Europe’s biggest open air cinema. The rich spectrum of cultural offerings makes Vienna a leading cultural metropolis; one often hears the term “international capital of music” connected with it. On the one hand, there are the many composers and musicians who have lived and worked in Vienna over the past few centuries. On the other, there are the Viennese music institutions with their grand tradition, which constantly keep this reputation fresh and carry it forth into the world.In the best tradition of the many Viennese markets, I can only say: have a look around!Welcome to Vienna!

Dr. Michael Häupl

Greeting from the mayor

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Starting off as a tiny village along the Wien river, Vienna is now the 10th largest city in the EU and home to many major international organizations such as the United Nations and OPEC.

AntiquityFounded around 500 BC, Vienna was originally a Celtic settlement. By 15 BCE, the town had developed into a Roman frontier city called Vindobona, protecting the Roman Empire from Germanic tribes.

Medieval timesDuring the Middle Ages, Vienna became the residence of the Habsburg dynasty in 1440 and eventually grew to become the capital of the Holy Roman Empire.

Beleaguered by OttomansOn their march towards western Europe, the Ottoman armies were twice stopped at Vienna in the 16th and 17th centuries. During the 1529 Siege of Vienna, the city was lucky to escape defeat and was saved by an early winter and epidemics. A century later, the city's fortifications had been greatly expanded proved their worth during the 1683 Battle of Vienna, when they helped the city survive for two months, allowing the army led by Polish King Jan Sobieski to assemble and defeat the Ottomans for good.

18th centuryBaroque was the style of the century and hundreds of buildings were constructed or remodelled in the curly Baroque look by architects like Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach and Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt. The local nobility started constructing palaces in the – now safe – countryside immediately outside the city, resulting in several magnificent summer palaces, such as Palais Liechtenstein and Schönbrunn.

19th centuryVienna became the capital of the huge Austrian Empire in 1804, and later of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, playing an important role in European and world politics. The arts blossomed, and classical music witnessed golden years. The rule of Emperor Franz Joseph I transformed the city in many ways: culture, arts and architecture blossomed, the city walls were demolished in 1858 to make way for the grand Ringstraße boulevard lined lined with impressive buildings, the city expanded to include its suburbs, and the Danube river which caused several serious floods was canalised and tamed.

20th centuryIndustrialisation of and immigration to Vienna lead to a period of expansion. By 1910, Vienna was the sixth largest city in the world, with large numbers of Czech and Jewish residents. The city was a centre of the new Jugendstil style from 1900, locally represented by Otto Wagner and the Vienna Secession association.

The Austro-Hungarian Empire fell apart at the end of the First World War and in 1918 the Republic of Deutsch-Österreich (German-Austria) was created. Socialism quickly became popular and "Red Vienna" saw many residential estates built, but also shelling of locals supporting the socialist militia by the Austrian Army during the 1934 civil war.

Adolf Hitler – himself an Austrian – triumphantly marched into town and spoke from the Hofburg balcony during the Anschluss ('joining up') of Austria in 1938. Vienna's thousands of Jews suffered badly, harassed by both the state and anti-Semitic citizens, and decimated by the Holocaust. Vienna was badly damaged in 1944 and 1945 during the Soviet advance, but largely reconstructed in the 1950s-60s, with the city centre proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. Post-war Vienna was divided into sectors ruled by The USA, UK, France and the Soviet Union just like Berlin, though the city centre was an international zone where control was handed over to another power every month. The occupation lasted 10 years, in which time spies from east and west played their Cold War games. Austria regained full independence in 1955, and from the 1970s Vienna became the host city of many imporetant international organisations, including various UN agencies, OPEC, the International Atomic Energy Agency and OSCE. The crumbling of the Iron Curtain in 1989 profoundly changed the city's outlook. Many companies took advantage of the prime location and nearby Bratislava in Slovakia now forms an economical unit of 3 million people with Vienna.

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6 ARRIVAL & TRANSPORT

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By planeVienna’s international airport is located in Schwechat, 18km southeast of the city centre. After passing customs (for ar-rivals from outside the Schengen zone) and collecting your baggage, ATMs, banks and tourist information can be found in the arrivals hall.To get to town, there’s a choice of rail or road. The City Airport Train (CAT, +43 1 252 50, www.cityairporttrain.com) departs every half hour between 06:05 and 23:35, arriving at S-Bahn station Wien Mitte. The ride takes 16 minutes and costs €10 for a single trip (€7,50 with the Vienna Card), €18 for a return trip. It’s cheaper to take a regular S-Bahn train, departing from the airport to Wien Mitte station approximately every 30 minutes between 04:34 and 00:18; tickets cost €3,60 and the ride takes about 25 minutes.Vienna Airport Lines buses (tel. +43 1 700 73 23 00, www.viennaairportlines.at) depart every 30 minutes between 05:00 to 23:00, stopping off at U-Bahn Schwedenplatz, the train stations Wien Meidling and Wien Westbahnhof and the Vienna International Center (VIC), taking about 30 minutes. A single ride costs €7, a return trip €12, and tickets can be bought from the driver.Taking a taxi to the centre takes about 15 minutes. If you just hop into a waiting taxi outside, the ride will cost about €45, including the fee for returning to the airport empty; it costs €33 if you mention to the driver or dispatcher that you’d like the set price (Pauschaltariff ).

By trainThe new Wien-Hauptbahnhof (central station) is currently under construction, so in the meantime trains from Prague, Warsaw, Venice, Rome, Ljubljana, Zagreb and Graz arrive at Wien-Meidling station, above the Philadelphiabrücke U-Bahn station. Trains from Salzburg, Munich, Zurich, Berlin, Frankfurt and Budapest arrive at Wien-Westbahnhof, which is conveniently built on top of the Westbahnhof U-Bahn station. Trains from Bratislava and Burgenland arrive at the temporary Ostbahnterminal near the new central station, which is reached on tram D from the Ringstrasse. All these stations have lug-gage lockers and ATMs, and a tourist information desk office.

By busAll international buses arrive at the Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), which has ATMs and luggage lockers. Right across the street is the Erdberg U-Bahn station, from where it’s a 10 minute ride to the city centre.

By carMajor highways lead from Vienna west to Munich, south to Venice, east to Budapest and north to Brno. Driving the 350km from Munich will take approximately four hours, the 250km from Budapest are covered in three hours. When parking in Vienna, pay attention to the short-term parking zones in the inner districts of the city; using the well-sign-posted Park & Ride facilities (€3 per day) in the outer districts and taking a tram into town is a good idea.

By ferryThe Danube river is increasingly used for ferry routes to Hungary, Slovakia and Germany. Ferries arrive at Anlegestelle Reichsbrücke near U-Bahn station Vorgartenstrasse. Twin City Liner boats and DDSG-Blue-Danube sightseeing ships dock at Marienbrücke bridge near the Schwedenplatz U-Bahn station. www.ddsg-blue-danube.at, www.twin-city-liner.at

The City Airport Train departs every half hour from the city center (U-Bahn Landstrasse/S-Bahn Wien Mitte) to Vienna International Airport. The ride takes 16 minutes and costs €10 for a single trip (€7,50 with the Vienna Card) and €18 for a return trip. The City Air Terminal in the city centre offers travellers the services of an international airport terminal. Check in your baggage up to 75 minutes before departure, get your boarding pass and enjoy the rest of your journey to the airport comfortably and stress-free. The City Check-In can only be used with a valid CAT ticket. The building complex above the train station includes 130,000m² of offices, shops and catering areas as well as the CAT terminal, and is currently Vienna’s largest in-ner city project development. Construction was started in 2007 and is projected to be completed in 2012, with CAT operating normally the entire time.

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Car rentalThe international car rental companies have offices at the airport as well as on the Ringstrasse near the main hotels. Rentals start from €80 per day, except at Sixti which offers budget rental deals.

AVIS tel. +43 800 08 00 87 57, www.avis.at.Europcar B-3, Schubertring 9, tel. +43 866 16 11/+43 866 16 10, [email protected], www.europcar.at. QOpen 07:30 - 18:00, Sat 08:00 - 13:00, Sun 08:00 - 12:00.Hertz B-3, Kaerntner Ring 17, tel. +43 1 795 32/+43 1 700 73 26 61, [email protected], www.hertz.at. QOpen 07:30 - 18:00, Sat, Sun 09:00 - 15:00.Sixt C-2, Am Stadtpark 1 (Hilton Hotel), tel. +43 810 97 74 24/+43 810 97 74 24, www.sixt.at. QOpen 07:00 - 19:00, Sat 08:00 - 13:00. Closed Sun.Sixti Wagramer Strasse 177, MRennbahnweg, tel. +43 900 25 00 10, www.sixti.com.QOpen 06:30 - 18:30, Sat 08:00 - 12:00, Sun 10:00 - 12:00.

Driving & ParkingParking in central Vienna is expensive; the 20 public garages in the centre charge up to €5 per hour. Street parking tickets (€0,60 per 30 minutes) can be purchased from news agents (Trafiken), the offices of Wiener Linien, many petrol stations, major train stations and by SMS on the A1 mobile network. Day visitors to Vienna are better off using a Park & Ride facility in the outskirts (€3 per day) and taking the tram or U-Bahn to the city centre.I f you plan to drive on Austria’s highways (all A and S roads) you’ll need a vignette sticker on your windscreen costing €7.90 for 10 days, which can be purchased at petrol stations.

Public transportVienna’s extensive public transportation system, run by Wiener Linien (Vienna Transport Authority), is an easy and inexpensive way to get around town. The U-Bahn (metro) runs daily from 05:00 to 00:30, and non-stop on Fridays and Saturdays and before public holidays. Subur-ban S-Bahn trains radiate outwards from the city to the surrounding districts and towns. Trams are the best way to get around the inner city sights, running every 5-15 minutes between 05:00 and 00:30. Buses mostly serve Vienna’s suburbs and most visitors won’t need them though the handy night buses replace the U-Bahn from 00:45 to 05:00 on weekdays.Tickets cost €1,80 for a single ride, though it’s well worth getting a day ticket i f you’re planning on using public transport more than a few times. A 24-hour ticket costs €5,70, a 48-hour ticket €10 and a 72-hour ticket €13,60; a two-stop ticket (Kurzstrecke) costs €0,90. Tickets must be validated before getting on board. Tickets can be purchased from multilingual machines at every U-Bahn station and on buses and trams, though single tickets bought on board cost €2,20 and only coins are accepted. You can also visit the ticket sales offices of Wiener Linien at the Stephansplatz, Karlsplatz, Westbahnhof and Wien Mitte U-Bahn stations. The 72 hour ticket can also be purchased at the Tourist Information Office. Children up to six years old always travel free; children up to 15 ride free on Sundays, holidays and during Vienna’s school holidays (photo ID required). The Vienna Card costs €18,50 and offers 72 hours of travel on public transport plus more than 200 discounts to museums, concerts, cafés, and more. It can be bought at the Tourist Information Offices or from the Wiener Linien offices.

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Vienna is truly the most international city in Austria, if not in all of Central Europe, hosting the regional headquarters of many international enterprises, the UN, OSCE and OPEC. In the central districts you will have no problem communicating in English. Vienna has 23 districts, with the 1st being the city centre, N°2-9 wrapped around it and surrounded by the Gürtel highway. Districts 10-23 are mainly residential areas. Every district is attractive in its own way and equally important, generally safe for tourists.

1. City centreThe city centre literally refers to the very heart of Vienna. In the mid-19th century Vienna’s old city wall was replaced by the boulevard which in conjunction with the Franz-Josefs-Kai now forms a ring around the city centre. Magnificent buildings such as the state opera house, the Hofburg, the parliament building, the Vienna city hall, the Burgtheater, the university, the Vienna stock exchange and numerous pres-tigious buildings line this splendid boulevard. Most 5-star hotels as well as major sights are located here. Tourists will spend most of their time in this area, with everything more or less within walking distance. While Kärnterstrasse and Graben are the two major shopping streets in the city centre, Stephansplatz with St. Stephens cathedral is the very centre of Vienna.

2. PraterThe city’s largest park stretches from the Praterstern metro and train station towards the Ernst Happel sta-dium. Next to Praterstern is the Wurstelprater amuse-ment park. Some say it’s better to avoid this area after dark. Leopoldstadt in Vienna’s 2nd district used to be the Jewish part of town. Today the jewish community is again growing and you will find kosher bakeries and a number of synagogues.

3. Belvedere & HundertwasserhausThe third district is one of Vienna’s most desirable ad-dresses. Several buildings designed by Vienna’s most unusual architect Friedenreich Hundertwasser, as well as Belvedere Palace, the luxurious residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy, are all located here. In addition, the district houses numerous embassies and foreign missions, hence its name – the Embassy Quarter.

4, 5, 6. NaschmarktThis is currently Vienna’s most vibrant area with chic cafes and people strolling past trendy stores and art galleries. You would not want to miss out on a visit to Vienna’s central Naschmarkt, selling all sorts of food and with amazing

restaurants and cosy cafés where many tourists and locals enjoy a break. The Freihausviertel south of Naschmarkt in the 4th district is the upcoming chic shopping mile. The 6th district, north of Naschmarkt, is known for its many gay bars.

6, 7. Mariahilferstrasse areaMariahilferstrasse is known as Central and Eastern Europe’s most important shopping street. Since the fall of the Iron Curtain, hundreds of buses bring shoppers from Hungary, Czech Republic and Slovakia to Vienna’s top shopping street to get their Christmas presents. A lot of interesting stores, nice restaurants and relaxed bars are found strolling around the side streets.

7, 8, 9. Gürtel areaGürtel is the name of the highway ring that encircles Vienna’s central districts 1-9. In the zone between Westbahnhof station and the Danube canal, the red-light district has developed into Vienna’s hottest nightlife spot with dozens of clubs and bars, one after the other. Go and find a bar that fits your taste!

Can’t find that strange word in your German dictionary? Get closer to the Viennese by speaking to them in their own lingo.

Baba see youBadewaschl lifeguardBeisl local pub that serves foodBierschtln to drinkBock shoesFetzn to have a buzzFrucht a footballHabara friendHabschi boyfriendHerr Ober waiterKiberer policemanKrügerl large beerLeiwand awesomeMahlzeit have a nice mealProst! cheersSeidl small beerSerwas helloTschick cigaretteUr-Leiwand very awesomeWeißer Spritzer white wine with sparkling waterWuchtl jokeZeche check/bill16er Blech a can of Ottakringer beer

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Crime & SafetyVienna is a safe city to visit, and there's little to fear except perhaps for spending too much on food and souvenirs. As elsewhere, avoid dark alleys at night and clutch your wallet or purse when using public transport or in busy places.

Disabled travellersMost hotels, restaurants and sights in Vienna are well-equipped for people in wheelchairs or otherwise requiring assistance, and public transport is easy to use with its many escalators, lifts and low-floor trams. The symbols below our hotel reviews which hotels are suitable. The city has an informative site for disabled travellers at www.wien.info/en/travel-info/accessible-vienna.

ElectricityAustrian electrical current is 220v AC, and the country uses the standard European round, two-pin sockets.

Money & CostsAustria uses the euro (€) with banknotes in denominations of €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200 and €500. Coins, whose design depends on in which country they were minted, come in denominations of €0.01, €0.02, €0.05, €0.10, €0.20, €0.50, €1 and €2. ATMs can be found everywhere in Vienna and are the best way to get cash. Vienna is not an overly expensive city by Western European standards – and competition from nearby cheap countries keeps the price of for instance cigarettes at bay. Vienna´s status of a social democratic stronghold means that public services such as public transport are relatively cheap.

PoliticsThe current mayor of Vienna is Michael Häupl. Since 1917, Vienna has been (co-)governed by the Social Democratic Party with an absolute majority in the city parliament (except from 1934 to 1945 when the party was banned and mayors were appointed by the Austro-fascist and later by Nazi authorities). The Social Democrats currently rule in coalition with the Green Party. Many political experts believe that the rival Austrian People's Party would completely dominate Austrian politics if it weren't for the Social Democrats' unbreakable hold on Vienna. An example of the city’s many social democratic policies is the low-cost Gemeindebauten residential estates which house about 25% of the Viennese population.

SmokingOfficially all restaurants, cafés and other such venues have to provide a non-smoking section. While recently many restaurants turned into smoke-free zones, don’t be surprised how smoky many bars and clubs can get. Most traditional coffee houses will have a smoking area.

TippingIf the service merits it, waiters appreciate a tip of about 10%; at the bar or at the Würstelstand it's common to round up the sum a little.

PopulationAustria (2009 estimate): 8,356,707Vienna: 1,705,08021,1% of people living in Vienna are foreign nationals, 121,000 of them originating from former Yugoslavia, 41,000 Turks and 28,000 Germans.

Area Austria: 83,872 km2

Vienna: 414,90 km2

Official languagesGerman. Slovene, Croatian and Hungarian are officially recognised.

Local timeCentral European (GMT+1hr)

Longest riverDanube (357,5 km in Austria)

Highest mountainAustria: Großglockner 3,798mVienna: Hermannskogel 542m

BordersAustria borders Germany and the Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia and Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west.

ReligionRoman Catholic 49,2%; no religion 25,6%; Muslim 7,8%; Orthodox 6%; Protestant (mostly Lutheran) 4,7%; Jewish 0,5%.

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10 CHRISTMAS IN VIENNA 11CHRISTMAS IN VIENNA

Schönbrunn Christmas & New Year’s MarketExquisite collectors’ items as Advent décor, Christ-mas surprises and special souvenirs await visitors to Schönbrunn from 19 November to 26 December. From 28 December to 1 January the Christmas market will once again be transformed into the Schönbrunn New Year’s Market.Set up in a court in front of Vienna’s majestic royal residence, this market is unique in its atmosphere and imperial flavor. Nearly eighty stalls selling various Christmas gifts and original artwork attract visitors from near and far who also come to see the city’s number one attraction - Schönbrunn palace. Entertainment program for adults and children will ensure you will enjoy the mood of the season at its best. Listen to the choir and brass bands perform Christmas carols and gospel music, shop for souvenirs and traditional Austrian specialities, bring your kids for the Christmas workshop, cookie-baking or quadrille dancing lessons, or have a soul-warming drink and snack at one of the numerous food stands.

Parade Court in front of Schönbrunn PalaceM Schönbrunn19 November - 23 December daily 10:00 - 21:0024 December 10:00 - 16:0025, 26 December 10:00 - 18:00

2nd Schönbrunn New Year’s Market28 December 2011 to 1 January 2012 10:00 - 18:00www.christmasmarket.at

Schönbrunn Palace

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© Gerhard Fally

Located on the square in front of the impressive Karlskirche, this market is quite di f ferent from other Christmas markets in town. All goods sold here are hand-made exclusively by local artists and crafts-men, and approved by a committee of quali fied judges. The market also of fers plenty of exciting activities for families, such as fire shows, live music, poetry reading and more. There's a dazzling variety of food and drinks. Amazing oven-baked flatbread and delicious waffles replace the usual chocolate-coated fruits or pretzels. But there's always the reassuring smell of punch and Glühwein (mulled wine) in the air, both of which are biological at the fair of course.

Resselpark, M KarlsplatzFrom 18 November until 23 DecemberOpen daily 12:00-20:00www.divinaart.at

Karlsplatz Advent Market

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More than 300 artists are set to participate in Vienna's New Year Festival. On the night of 31 December the city centre transforms in the hottest stage of the year, where a colourful show and great music delights thousands of visitors from around the globe as they welcome the New Year together. From waltzes and operettas to rock and pop, the wide range of music means everyoe has something to dance to. Last year, some 700,000 people waltzed together in the heart of the city into the New Year, and we're sure we can do better this year. Wiener Silvesterpfad 2010/2011, 31 Dec from 14:00-02:00, www.wien-event.at. Admission free.

Vienna New Year's Trail

Christmas markets

Like elsewhere in Central Europe, the tradition of Christmas markets (Weihnachtsmarkt) dates back to a distant past and recreates this warm nostalgic feeling of the times gone by. Historians believe that the first Christmas markets appeared in Vienna as early as in the 13th century, when Bishop Albrecht I granted the city the right to hold a December Advent market, then called Krippenmarkt. Since those days, the tradition of Christmas markets has been maintained and cherished although the new age of commercialization has undoubtedly left its traces. Vienna boasts about 20 Christmas markets, starting as early as mid-November and staying open until December 24. Numerous stalls featuring a vast array of decorations, toys, glassware, artwork, crystal, handicraft goods, smiley gingerbread cookies, roasted chestnuts (Maroni), sausages, honey, candles, and of course, effervescent mulled wine with spices (Glühwein) and invigorating fruit Punsch with rum. The markets also offer exciting holiday entertainment for families with kids; they can bake their own gingerbread cookies, paint Christmas decorations or recite poems for Santa. Happy holidays!

Weihnachtsmarkt am SpittelbergSeveral quaint cobble-stoned streets in this historic neighbourhood just about ten minutes walk from the centre are transformed into a romantic Christmas village that has become a favourite of many Viennese.Spittelberggasse, M Volkstheater, www.spittelberg.at. Nov 17-Dec 23. Open 15:00-21:00, Fri 15:00-21:30, Sat 10:00-21:30, Sun 10:00-21:00.

Wiener ChristkindlmarktVienna’s largest Christmas market sprawls on the vast Rathausplatz in front of the City Hall. More than 150 stalls featuring an array of gifts and food will provide plenty of opportunities to do your holiday shopping, sample delicious goodies or enjoy the fairy-tale lights and illumination.Rathausplatz, M Rathaus, www.christkindlmarkt.at. Nov 12 - Dec 24. Open 10:00-21:30, Fri & Sat 10:00-22:00.

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TWIN CITY LINERTWIN CITY LINER

Visit the Christmas markets in Bratislava with the Twin City Liner ship. Try some Slovak national Christmas specialties like a typical Gypsy Liver pork burger, spicy sausage, bread with lard and onion, savoury pastry, goose or sauerkraut, potato crepes, hot punch, mulled wine or grog.

Various handcrafts, Christmas atmosphere and much more is waiting for you at the Old Town Christmas markets during the December advent weeks. For times and prices see the schedule at www.twincityliner.com.

Christmas Markets in Bratislava

INFO + BOOKING: +43 1 588 80

Schedule & Fares Nov-Dec 2011

Take the Twin City Liner to the New Year's Eve celebra-tion in Bratislava and experience 31 December in the beautiful old town of Slovakia's capital city. In Vienna's neighbouring city there are ceremonial events, music, food and colourful life throughout the city centre - and at midnight the city is lit by a spectacular fireworks display over the Danube.

The Twin City Liner ship takes you directly from Vi-enna's city center to the New Year's Eve celebration in Bratislava. On the outward journey a glass of sparkling wine is served with bread rolls (included in price); on the way back small warm dishes buffet may be purchased on board. Tickets cost €99.

Departure from Vienna is on 31 ec at 19:00, the return journey from Bratislava is at 01:30. For details and book-ings see www.twincityliner.com.

New Year in Bratislava

Vienna and Bratislava are the closest EU capitals, just 60 kilometres apart. They are brough even closer together by the Twin City Liner ferry from city centre to city centre. The Twin City Liner skims along the Danube at 32,5 knots or 60km/h, docking directly next to Bratislava's Old Town in 75 minutes.

The two Twin City Liner ships are fully air-conditioned, have luxurious first-class seating, panoramic windows, a Captain's Lounge and a panoramic deck with seats. Both ships offer 106 seats in the passenger cabin and 8 in the Captain's Lounge on the upper deck. In fair weather 12 further outdoor seats are available on the sundeck. Passengers can enjoy an onboard buffet with snacks and drinks.

Day trip: Bratislava

Christmas Trips 2011

A pleasant aspect of visiting Vienna is the variety of pos-sible day trips, some even crossing the border. Just 60 kilometres north lies the capital of Slovakia, Bratislava. Despite the fact that they are sister cities and both used to be a part of the vast Austro-Hungarian Empire, they couldn't be more different in terms of size and ambiance. A small and easily manageable capital with the popu-lation of about 450,000, Bratislava completely lives up to its reputation as 'the little big city'. Its pleasant medieval centre with narrow winding streets, a historic castle on top of a hill overlooking the Danube, cosy out-door cafés and friendly down-to-earth residents make Bratislava a perfect escape from Vienna's urban jungle. After the fall of the Iron Curtain 20 years ago, the city reinvented itself as a growing metropolis where history goes hand-in-hand with renovation and modernity. Take

a relaxing walk in the Old Town, climb the castle hill, dine in one of the numerous restaurants or cafés, or shop in some of the city's new shopping centres (which, much to Bratislava's advantage, are also open on Sundays). Reached in under an hour from central Vienna, this is a day trip with a difference.

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CITY OF MUSICCITY OF MUSICKonzerthaus C-3, Lothringerstrasse 20, MStadt-park, tel. 242 002, www.konzerthaus.at. One of the three major classical performance venues in Vienna, the Konzerthaus also offers a comprehensive programme of jazz, rock, contemporary and world music, as well as lectures and discussions. Built in 1913, the building itself is relatively new by Austrian standards, and contains four acoustically separated per formance spaces, allowing multiple simultaneous events for up to 4,000 audience members. And, though most of its pipes are hidden from view, the Großer Saal (or Great Hall) boasts the largest pipe organ in Austria. Q Performances daily, times vary. Tickets €18-€79, €12 for students 30 minutes prior to performances.

Musikverein (Society of the Friends of Music) B-3, Bösendorferstr. 12, MKarlsplatz, tel. 505 81 90, www.musikverein.at. Home of the famous Vienna Philharmonic orchestra, this concert venue ranks among the world’s superior performance spaces. Renowned for the ideal acoustics produced by its coffered ceiling, the Goldener Saal (Golden Hall) is the largest of the structure’s seven venues, and hosts the traditional Vienna New Year’s Concert, televised to an estimated audience of 50 million people worldwide. You’ll only experience the cream of the crop here — the Vienna Boys’ Choir appears frequently in choral works, and the stars of the classical music firma-ment aspire to shine on this stage. Q Performances daily except in mid-July, times vary. Tickets €5-€79, €4-€6 for standing room. Tours in English Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat 13:00. Tickets €5.

Staatsoper (State Opera) B -3, Opernring 2, MKarlsplatz, tel. 514 44 22 50, www.wiener -staatsoper.at. As the foremost opera venue in the world’s classical music capital, Vienna’s Staatsoper is not to be missed. Productions here are compellingly modern and surprisingly accessible, so expect a full house (even for those five-hour Wagner marathons). Standing room tickets cost less than a cup of coffee and can be purchased up to an hour before the per for-mance. Bring a scar f to mark your spot on the railing, and read along in English on your own subtitle screen. As for the dress code, it depends on where you’re sitting: sneakers are an absolute no-go, but nicer jeans are passable in the upper balconies. I f you spring for seats on the parterre (main floor), expect to be surrounded by more formal attire. Q Per formances daily except in July and August, times vary. Tickets €10-€192, standing room €3,50/2. Tours of fered most days at 14:00 and 15:00; exact schedule available online. Admission €5/2, or €6,50/3,50 with a combined ticket to the Vienna Theater Museum.

Vienna has always been synonymous with music for centuries. Some of the greatest musical figures in history lived and worked in Vienna: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Joseph Haydn, Franz Schubert, Johann Strauss, Gustav Mahler, Arnold Schönberg, Alban Berg to name a few of them. Writing to his father in 1781, Mozart said: “Vienna is the best place in the world for my profession.” Because of the importance of these musicians the tradition is maintained in Vienna by regular concert events and festivals. Attractive concerts are held every day of the year. But Vienna is also the capital of the waltz. The Vienna Philharmonic's New Year's Concert is the most famous classical concert in the world. It takes place every year on 1 January at the Musikverein and always ends with the Blue Danube waltz by Johann Strauss Junior. Another fixed attraction in Austrian musical life is the Vienna Boys Choir, one of the oldest boys' choirs in the world. For nearly five hun-dred years they have been a symbol of Austria. And, as ever, every Sunday the Vienna Boys' Choir sing solemn mass in Vienna's Hofburg chapel, continuing a tradition unbroken since 1498.

Classical music

Two of Vienna's musical highlights can be visited on one ticket, saving visitors €4. In the Mozarthaus Vienna, experience Mozart's world of music and discover new aspects of his work. Learn interesting details about his family life in the genius' only remaining flat in Vienna. The Haus der Musik, Vienna's interactive sound museum, hosts the Vienna Philharmonic Museum. Both playful, futuristic worlds of sound are great to visit for both young and old – and they can be visited with one combi-ticket costing €15 and available from either museum or at Wien-Ticket.

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Haus der Musik B - 3, Seilerstätte 30, M Karl -splatz, tel. +43 1 513 48 50, [email protected], www.hdm.at. A large hands-on museum dedicated to a wide array of approaches to music, and most

of all to the experience of music. On the first floor, the Vienna Philharmonic presents original documents from their long history. An excellent place to visit to see how Vienna’s rich musical heritage links in with its bright musical future. QOpen 10:00 - 22:00. Admission €10/8,50/5,50. Combined ticket with Mozarthaus €15.00.

Mozarthaus Vienna B-2, Domgasse 5, MStephans-platz, tel. +43 1 512 17 91, [email protected], www.mozarthausvienna.at. A centre devoted to the life and works of Austria’s musical

genius, housed in the last remaining of Mozart’s apartments. The composer lived here in grand style from 1784 to 1787, with four large rooms, two smaller ones and a kitchen. In ad-dition to the historical Mozart apartment visitors can find out about the times in which Mozart lived and his most important works. The exhibition focuses on his years in Vienna, which marked a high point in his creativity. The centre also has a shop, a café and a concert hall. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Admis-sion €9/7/3. Combined ticket with Haus der Musik €15.00.

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A handy box office in a hut by the Wiener Staatsoper selling tickets for all kinds of events in and outside Vienna: opera, theatre shows, concerts, festivals, sport events, musicals, museums and more. You can also book by phone, picking up the tickets at the pavillion, at the venue or at one of over 100 outlets across town.

25 November, 19:30 - SHSadeThe Nigerian-British soul and R&B singer Sade Adu has sold more than 50 million records and has won numerous Grammy Awards. Since 1984, she appears on the same line-up under the name of Sade.

26 November, 19:30 - SHThirty Seconds to MarsWith Hollywood star Jared Leto as frontman, who starred in such blockbusters as Panic Room, Fight Club and American Psycho, Thirty Seconds To Mars are not just good to look at. Numerous awards, including an MTV Video Music Award, three MTV Europe Music Awards, MTV Latin, Asia and Australia Music Awards and three Kerrang. Awards speak for themselves.

2, 3, 4, 9, 10 December, 20:00 - KKThe Christmas GospelEn joy c lassic gospel songs such as Oh Happy Day, Amazin Grace and When The Saints. Get i n to t h e C h r i s t m a s sp i r i t a n d sp e n d a n u n -forget tab le n i gh t i n th e Kar lsk i rch e wi th Th e Chr istmas Gospel !

2 December, 19:30 - WKLudovico EinaudiLudovico Einaudi is an Italian contemporary music composer and pianist. Al though Einaudi would prefer not to be labeled in any particular type of genre, he is sometimes referred to as a minimalist. However, Einaudi's style di f fers from this move-ment, and this attribution is l ikely given due to his work's sparse orchestration and simple melodies. Wherever he comes, the quiet superstar plays to packed houses.

20 Dec, 20:00 - SHDie Fantastischen Vier The pioneers of German rap have been successful for over 20 years and is supported tonight by Marteria, the hottest newcomer of the year. The band performs on a circular stage, opening up new possibilities in terms of space and depth, and giving the audience a whole new view of the Fanta.

WIEN-TICKET Pavillon B -3, Herbert von Karajanplatz, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 588 85, [email protected], www.wien-ticket.at. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00.

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Vienna, considered by many to be the cultural capital of Eu-rope, is a modern metropolis with a unique atmosphere and considerable charm. Vienna is famous for such landmarks as the imperial Hofburg, Schönbrunn Palace, Belvedere Palace, the splendid buildings on the Ring, medieval narrow streets and baroque squares. This beautiful city has also been syn-onymous with music for centuries and was home to Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Johann Strauss, amongst many others. The outstanding musical heritage has been preserved right up to the present day: The Wiener Philharmoniker, one of the world’s premier orchestras, international award-winners of the Vienna Conservatorium and a lively young music scene.

Concerts11 Nov, 20:00Bush (Alternative)BA

12 Nov, 20:00Machine Head (Metal)BA

23 Nov, 20:00Incubus (Pop/Rock)BA

29 Nov, 20:00Opeth (Rock)BA

1 Dec, 20:00Smashing Pumpkins (Alternative)BA

13 Dec, 20:00Maroon 5 (Pop)BA

ExhibitionsUntil 10 JanMasterpieces of European painting from the Hohen-buchau collectionThe Hohenbuchau Collection is one of the largest and most diverse collections of northern European Baroque art to have been assembled anywhere in the world over the past few decades. While it is a truism that every private collection reflects the personal taste of the person who has assembled it, what distinguishes these holdings from those of other private collections is a combination of intense focus on the one hand and wide variety on the other. View works by Brueghel, Rubens, Jordaens and others in this exhibition of 16-17th century art.LS

Until 22 JanNuances – The Forberg CollectionComprising 38 outstanding artworks, this show complements the Albertina’s own collection especially in the area of Classical Modernism. The collection features works on paper, prints, sculptures, and paintings of exceptional quality by artists such as Picasso, Lyonel Feininger, and Fernand Léger, and by representatives of the Blue Rider (Der Blaue Reiter) movement, such as Alexeij Jawlensky and Wassily Kandinsky, as well as August Macke, who was associated with the group. In addition, it includes works by the Bridge (Brücke) painters Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Otto Mueller, and Max Pechstein as well as by the Bauhaus artists Lazlo Moholy-Nagy and Oskar Schlemmer.AA

Until 30 JanMelancholy and ProvocationOn the occasion of its tenth anniversary, the Leopold Museum dedicates its 2011 autumn exhibition to the oeuvre of Egon Schiele. The exhibition’s title refers primarily to the early oeuvre of the artist who died in 1918 at only 28 years of age. For Schiele‘s early main works, which he created from 1910 when he was only 20 years old, are characterized by a strong sense of melancholy and sadness, but also by his fascination with the unusual and the ecstatic.LM

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AA – Albertina, Albertinaplatz 1, tel. +43 1 53 48 30, www.albertina.atBA – Bank Austria Gasometer Halle, Adalbert-Stifter-Straße 73, tel. +43 1 33 24 64 10, www.planet.ttBV – BelvedereKH – Kunsthalle Wien, Museumsplatz 1, tel. +43 1 521 89 33, www.kunsthallewien.atKU – Kunsthaus Wien, Untere Weißgerberstraße 13, tel. +43 1 712 04 91, www.kunsthauswien.atLM – Leopold Museum, Museumsplatz 1, : +43 1 525 70 15 25, www.leopoldmuseum.orgLS – Liechtensteinmuseum, Fürstengasse 1, tel. +43 1 31 95 76 72 52, www.liechtensteinmuseum.atMK – MAK, Stubenring 5, +43 1 71 13 62 48, www.mak.atMV – Musikverein Wien, Bösendorferstraße 12, tel. +43 1 505 81 90, www.musikverein.atMW – Messe Wien, Messeplatz 1, tel. +43 1 72 72 00, www.messe.atSC – Secession, Friedrichstraße 12, tel. +43 1 587 53 07, www.secession.atSH – Wiener Stadthalle, Vogelweidplatz 14, tel. +43 1 98 10 00, www.stadthalle.comWK – Wiener Konzerthaus, Lothringerstraße 20, tel. +43 1 242 002, www.konzerthaus.atWL – WestLicht, Westbahnstraße 40, tel. +43 1 522 66 36, www.westlicht.com

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22 .11 .2011 - 12 .02 .2012Violence, traffic accidents, fires and other catastrophes were his specialty. Photographs shot from a close distance were his trademark: Nocturnal figures on the streets of New York City blinded by his flash.The spectacular images of his 4x5 Speed Graphic were frequently published in popular tabloid newspapers of the time and present in their entirety a very important historic document in the genre of street photography. The images gave inspiration to many famous artists, such as Stanley Kubrick, Diane Arbus and Andy Warhol.Long overdue, WestLicht is presenting the first retrospective of Weegee’s work in Austria. The exhibition will show approximately 250 original vintage prints by the photographer, born in 1899 as Arthur Fellig, they mirror the everyday reality of the urban working classes during the mid- 20th century.Additionally WestLicht will present a selection of books, such as Naked City, Weegee’s first own publication, showing the variety of his oeuvre. Published in 1945 and celebrated as a photographic sensation, the book has become the most important and influential photographic book on New York.The voyeuristic character of society seems to be the actual subject of many of Weegee’s images. He captured them looking on, gawking at the scenes of murders and violent incidents, poverty and homelessness, riots, parades, film premieres and stage shows. Next to this voyeurism, the sensitive documentary style is what discerns Weegee’s reportages from many of his contemporaries. His work seems like criticism of the myth of a society without class borders and the predominant racism in American society.The exhibition is shown in cooperation with Auer Photo Foundation, Hermance, Switzerland.

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Classical music concerts at Schoenbrunn Palace OrangeryTh e daily Schoenbrunn Palace Concerts are an integral part of Vienna‘s

cultural and musical life. At Schoenbrunn Palace Orangery, a place

rich in tradition, the Schoenbrunn Palace Orchestra Vienna and the

Schoenbrunn Palace Ensemble Vienna present the most beautiful

melodies created by two of the greatest composers of all times: Wolfgang

Amadeus Mozart and Johann Strauss.

Enjoy some of the most enchanting overtures, arias and duets from

operas by Wolfgang Amadeus

Mozart: „Le Nozze di Figaro“, „Th e Magic Flute“ and „Don Giovanni“

among others. Listen to the most popular operetta arias, waltzes and

polkas written by the „King of Waltz“ Johann Strauss, including the world-famous waltz “Th e Blue Danube” as

well as the “Radetzky March”. Th e orchestra is accompanied by two opera singers, a soprano and a baritone and

two ballet dancers wearing historic costumes.

Concerts take place daily year-round except on December 24. Admission from 8:00 p.m., concerts start at 8:30

p.m. Concerts end at approximately 10:15 p.m. including a 15 to 20-minute intermission.

Package Deals - “An evening in Schoenbrunn“Empress Maria Th eresia appreciated the unique atmosphere of Schoenbrunn Palace and made it her summer

residence.Emperor Franz Joseph I is said to have had a special predilection for the sumptuous palace and its

park. Choose this package to feel the spell of times long past!

An audioguide will accompany individual guests on their tour of the private chambers and ceremonial rooms

of Schoenbrunn Palace. Groups of 10 persons and up will enjoy an exclusive guided tour given by one of the

palace‘s guides, aft er the palace‘s off cial opening hours.

Package 1: Dinner & concertTh is package off ers a unique combination of gourmet cuisine and world-famous music. Enjoy a fi rst-class

dinner at Café-Restaurant Residenz, followed by a concert at Schoenbrunn Palace Orangery Tickets €69 - €108

Package 2: Palace tour & concertHave an evening of royal pleasures just like the royalty in times long past: start by walking through the

sumptuous palace and enjoy a concert at the Schoenbrunn Palace Orangery. Tickets €54- €92

Package 3: Palace tour, dinner & concertTh is package off ers royal delight times three! We have assembled the best Schoenbrunn has to off er: a tour

of Schoenbrunn Palace, an exclusive dinner at Café-Restaurant Residenz as well as a classical music concert.

Tickets €79 - €119

All packages are available year-round except on December 24 and 31 and on January 1.

Contact & InformationIMaGE Performing Arts Promotion, Orangery Schönbrunn, A-1130 Vienna

Tel.: +43/1/812 50 04, Fax: +43/1/812 54 24, offi [email protected], www.imagevienna.com

Schoenbrunn Palace opening hours: April to June and September to October: 8:30am – 5pm,

July and August: 8:30am – 6pm; November to March: 8:30am - 4:30pm.Document pick-up: Individual guests are requested to pick up their documents at our offi ce located at the Orangery. We are open daily from

9:00am. Groups will receive all documents from one of our staff members right before the start of the program.

Until 30 JanThe Excitement ContinuesOn the occasion of the ten-year anniversary of the Leopold Museum’s opening, the exhibition "The Excitement Continues" presents a cross section of post-1945 Austrian and foreign art, giving a first-ever comprehensive impression of the contemporary-art holdings of the private collection of Rudolf Leopold.LM

4 Nov – 30 JanHermann Nitsch - StructuresFor the first time in Austria, the Leopold Museum presents a museum-based examination of the drawn and graphical oeuvre of Hermann Nitsch (1938). At the centre of this exhibition are Nitsch’s architectural designs, as well as early sketches for monumental compositions influenced by Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele and Oskar Kokoschka, informal scribbled drawings, sketches from various actions, colour scales for projections, scores for his music and printed graphics.LM

Tourist-Info Vienna B-3, Albertinaplatz, tel. +43 1 245 55, [email protected], www.vienna.info. The excellent tourist information centre behind the Staat-soper has plenty of information, tips, maps and sells the Vienna Card. Also at the airport (open 06:00-23:00). QOpen 09:00 - 19:00.

Vienna CardValid 72 hours - just punch the back of your card in the ticket machine and enjoy Vienna! For the next 72 hours you can explore our city U-Bahn (metro), tram, buses and night buses (within zone 100). You can also visit the most attractive sights of Vienna for four days at special reductions. Reduced rates for museums, exhibitions, guided tours, theatres and concerts, shopping discounts, and special deals at cafés, at Heurigen taverns and restaurants. Together with your Vienna Card you get a coupon book, where all benefits are listed and where you can find all relevant instructions for using the card. Get more information on: www.wienkarte.at

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The Leopold Museum celebrates i ts 10th anni-versary in the autumn of 2011. For the occasion, Austria's most famous col lectors museum has developed a special program. The great jubi lee exhibition is dedicated to the oeuvre of art rebel Egon Schiele (1890-1918).

Melancholy and Provocation - The Egon Schiele ProjectFrom 23 September until 30 January 2012The Leopold Museum houses the world's largest Egon Schiele collection and offers a unique overview of the work of this great painter and most significant graphic artist of Austrian Expressionism who died in 1918, at only 28 years old. The exhibition title refers primarily to the early oeuvre of the artist, as Schiele‘s early works, created from 1910 when he was only 20 years old, are characterized by a strong sense of melancholy and sadness, but also by his fascination with the unusual and the ecstatic. His first solo exhibition, held at the art salon Miethke in 1911, was dominated by elegiac works, revealing dark and mystical colouring, a melancholy subject matter as well as the artist’s radically physi-cal manner of self-portrayal. The exhibition will not be limited to a historical contemplation of Egon Schiele’s masterpieces alone. Six select artists from the fields of visual arts, dance and performance, including Claudia Bosse, Günter Brus, Philipp Gehmacher, Franz Graf and Elke Krystufek, have been allocated one room each, permitting their work to enter into a captivating dia-logue with the oeuvre and personality of this eccentric fin-de-siècle artist.

VIENNA 1900 (permanent exhibition)In addition to featuring the works of the expres-sionist Egon Schiele, the Leopold has also made a name for itself as the museum of Viennese Art Nouveau. No other museum offers a comparable cross section of the exceptional achievements of this uniquely Viennese tradition - including masterpieces by Gustav Klimt- which can be viewed in the show "Vienna 1900".

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Artis International Schultergasse 5, MU1/U3 Stephansplatz tel. 535 65 70, www.cineplexx.at Tucked into a tiny side street in the first district, this theatre offers 10 – 15 English language new releases daily. Showtimes begin around 16:00, Mondays through Wednesdays have reduced admission, and a student ID will snag you a small discount. €6,50 - €9.

Burg Kino Opernring 19, MU1/U2/U4 Karlsplatz tel. 587 84 06, www.burgkino.at In addition to its permanent run of the post-WWII Vienna classic “The Third Man,” the Burg Kino also shows newer releases. Because it only has two screens, the selection of films is limited, but the Großer Saal (Large Hall) has an historic ambiance, and €5 tickets are offered to students Monday through Thursday. €8/€6.

English Cinema Haydn Mariahilferstrasse 57, MU2 Museumsquartier tel. 587 22 62, www.haydnkino.at Easily accessible from Vienna’s major shopping street, the Haydn shows 4 – 6 movies daily in its three theatres. Film fans planning a longer stay in town might consider shelling out the €50 for a “Super Saver Card,” good for 10 films. €5 - €8,50.

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In commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the renowned artist’s birth, Vienna is turning 2012 into a grand, citywide spectacle dedicated to the life and works of Gustav Klimt. His unmistakable style – strongly symbolist and daringly erotic – inspired an explosive departure from the traditionalism of the late 19th and early 20th century. Rejecting the aesthetic principles of the Austrian Artists’ Society, Klimt led the establishment of Vienna’s Secession. This museum, once ridiculed as a “golden cabbage head” and “temple of tree frogs” now graces the back of every fifty-cent euro coin minted in Austria, and has remained dedicated to the exhibition of the works of young iconoclasts for more than 100 years. Meanwhile, Vienna has become the epicenter of a global artistic movement known as Jugendstil, a modernist aesthetic synonymous with Art Nouveau, and still visible in facades and fixtures throughout Vienna.From October 2011 until the end of 2012, museums and historical sites throughout Vienna will feature special exhibitions highlighting the artist’s works and times. In addition to documents and other contemporary objects displayed at the National Library (Nationalbibliothek), Künstlerhaus, Austrian Folklore Museum (Museum für Volkskunde) and Austrian Museum of Applied Arts (MAK), Klimt’s last studio, restored to its original 1918 working state, will provide visitors with an authentic, personal look at the artist’s working and home environment. Even the newly-opened Madame Tussaud’s features a lifelike Gustav Klimt wax figure. Of course, no Klimt Year visit would be complete without seeing his works themselves. In addition

Leopold Museum hosts many masterpieces by Gustav Klimt such as the famous painting "Death and Life"

to the 22 original paintings displayed the Belvedere (the world’s largest Klimt collection, which includes his most famous work, The Kiss), special exhibitions can be seen at the Albertina, Wien Museum, Leopold, Museum of Fine Arts (Kunsthistorisches Museum), and Austrian Theatre Museum (Österreichisches Theatermuseum).

9 Nov – 26 FebRené MagritteFrom November 9, 2011, the Albertina presents an exhibition of René Magritte, one of the most renowned and popular artists of the 20th century. A selection of more than 150 works from around the world will cover every creative phase of the artist, retracing Magritte’s artistic career.AA

Until 4 MarMichael Wallraff – looking up. vertical public spaceMichael Wallraff has been invited to present his conceptual mode of working in a solo exhibition. In the context of present-day technological developments such as those currently transforming the fields of communication, mobility and ecology, Wallraff conceives of the city as a dynamic structure with a great deal of creative potential.MK

17 Nov – 26 FebHenri Cartier-Bresson - The Compass in the Eye: America-India-Soviet UnionWith his extensive photographic oeuvre and his book The Decisive Moment, published in 1952, Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908 - 2004) has influenced generations of photographers. This exhibition, which is devoted to his journeys in the USA, India and the Soviet Union, focuses on a little known aspect of this co-founder of the Magnum photo agency.KU

22 Nov – 12 FebWEEGEE – Retrospektive 1932-1960Violence, traffic accidents, fires and other catastrophes were his speciality. Photographs shot from a close distance were his trademark: nocturnal figures on the streets of New York City blinded by his flash. Long overdue, WestLicht is presenting the first retrospective of Weegee’s work in Austria. The exhibition shows 250 original vintage prints by the photographer, born in 1899 as Arthur Fellig, they mirror the everyday reality of the urban working classes during the mid- 20th century.WL

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Many of the big, traditional hotels are located near the Ringstrasse, which circles Vienna´s city centre. The room prices that we list are rack rates; the price you pay may be different depending on the season, holidays, weekend offers, and special events.

Hotels Altstadt Vienna F-3, Kirchengasse 41, MVolksthe-ater, tel. +43 1 522 66 66, [email protected], www.altstadt.at. The Altstadt is a meeting place for artists, musicians and travellers looking for a characteristic hotel with good service. Art can be found all over the hotel, from the reception and the rooms to the exhibitions in the Red Salon. The rooms are all different, with high ceilings, plump floral sofas, classic and designer furniture, honey-coloured parquet floors, unusual lighting and contemporary art. The English-style Red Salon accommodates the superb breakfast buffet as well as a bar, where you can relax by the fireplace. Q 42 rooms (singles €119-169, doubles: €139-209, suites €169-369). TAGW

ARCOTEL Kaiserwasser Wagramer Strasse 8, MKaisermühlen/VIC, tel. +43 1 22 42 40, [email protected], www.arcotelhotels.com. Located opposite the UN centre and the Austria Centre Vienna conference and trade fair halls, and right by the metro station, the Arcotel is often frequented by diplomats and business travellers. The magnificent view of the Danube and Vienna’s skyline make up for the time it takes to get to the city centre. And when diplomacy fails, relax in the generous spa and fitness facilities. Q 282 rooms (doubles €99-329, suites € 159-389). HAFK

Bristol B-3, Kärntner Ring 1, MKarlsplatz, tel. + 43 1 51 51 60, [email protected], www.starwoodhotels.com. The Bristol, opposite the State Opera, has welcomed many guests of international standing. The Korso restaurant is well-known for being one of the city’s best adresses. Be sure to request a room with

P Air conditioning A Credit cards accepted

O Casino H Conference facilities

T Child friendly U Facilities for the disabled

R Internet W Wi-Fi L Guarded parking

F Fitness centre G Non-smoking rooms

K Restaurant M Nearest U/S-Bahn station

D Sauna C Swimming pool

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Together with In Your Pocket, the city’s hotel con-cierges are important sources of information for travellers. Recognised by the golden crossed keys on the lapels of their jackets, good concierges will be able to give you restaurant and sightseeing tips, and can book event tickets for you. In this issue, we speak to Mr. Wolfgang Buchmann, head concierge of the Hotel Sacher.

This make our hotel special... I t's not just the famous cake - as one of the only family-owned luxury hotels, tradition is always combined with the modern needs of Sacher guests. Our guests experience the atmosphere of Vienna right here in the hotel.

Unusual guest requests... are always fulfilled, provided it is doable and reasonable. Most of the time the things that make our guests happy are small things that don't cost much to arrange.

Special restaurants I recommend... Das Schwarze Kameel, a classic restaurant that offers sophisti-cated Viennese and international cuisine, with an unrivalled atmosphere in a beautiful, lively part of the city. Or try Weibels Wirthaus which is small and cosy and offers classic Viennese cuisine in a narrow city centre street.

Special sights I recommend... The Naschmarkt, part of Vienna's pulsating daily li fe, and while you're there admire the beauti ful Art Nouveau buildings along Linke Wienzeile. Or go to Mariahil ferstrasse via the famous Rahlstiege; from there, pass by the Stiftkirche to Spittelberg, the revitalized Biedermeier quarter behind the Museumsquartier with romantic Viennese restaurants and bars. In the time leading up to Christmas, Spittelberg boasts one of the most beautiful Christmas markets.

Vienna In Your Pocket... is handy to take home with you when you head back - you'll enjoy flipping through the pages and will want to come back to Vienna sooner rather than later!

Meet the concierge

Concierges that are members of the "Les Clefs d'Or" international concierge association (Union Internationale des Concierges d'Hotel) can be recognised by the crossed gold keys on their lapels. This means that you are dealing with a professionally trained concierge who has built up the skills and contacts to open doors for you throughout the city and indeed the world. They should have a quick reply to any question or request you have.

Les Clefs d’Or

Fashion photography conveys images and trends, it drafts ideal images of femininity, elegance, and glamour and then does away with them. Fashion photography visualizes collective conceptions of beauty and docu-ments the change of cultural interests. The "Fashion / Photography from the F.C. Gundlach Collection" exhibition is dedicated to this subject, and shows 200 works span-ning from early studio photography to dynamic settings in urban space, from surreal compositions to ironic views of the fashion industry, from the mise-en-scène of dresses to supermodels.Until 12 FebruaryKunsthalle Wien, Museumsplatz 1, tel. +43 1 521 89 33, www.kunsthallewien.at

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Owing to a vibrant artistic community of British, Australian and American expats, Vienna boasts a small but active English language theatrical scene. Many of the plays produced in these houses are also targeted at schools, so classes of Austrian students practicing their English are relatively com-mon. Seasons are fairly restricted to Shakespeare and the well-trod modern canon (think Tennessee Williams, Oscar Wilde and Neil Simon), but enthusi-astically produced.

Vienna’s English Theatre Josefsgasse 12, MU2 Rathaus tel. 402 12 60 0, www.english-theatre.at. Founded in 1963, this company stages well known plays by classical and contemporary authors. Tickets are pr icey, but d iscounts are of fered to students, and standby tickets are avail-able for €9 15 minutes before each per formance. Tickets €22-42.

International Theatre Vienna Porzellangasse 8, MU2 Schottentor-Universität tel. 319 62 72 www.internationaltheatre.at. Modern American and British plays dominate the 6–8 annual produc-tions of this theatre, though occasionally a comedy or classic will find its way into the season. Artistic Director Jack Babb’s adaptation of A Christmas Carol has become an annual institution. Shows Tue–Sat at 19:30. Tickets €15-25.

English Theatres

Until 20 NovDie fünfte SäuleSince the overall renovation of the Secession building its most significant structural elements comprise the four central columns in the main gallery. For his exhibition, curator Moritz Küng takes these four columns as his point of departure, and "retroactively refurbishes" them to show the original shine they had twenty years ago. At the same time, he has selected newly produced or reconstructed works by seven artists spanning three generations, which are placed in this field of tension.SC

Trade Fairs10-12 NovInterpädagogicaEducational trade fair.MW

10-13 NovInternational Book FairKC

29 Nov - 1 DecHP Discover 2011Strategies and innovations in software, hardware, services and networking that will transform your business into an Instant-On Enterprise. Join over 5,000 enterprise IT colleagues from around the world at this first-ever conference.MW

Every Tuesday this trendy, relatively new club sees some of Vienna's hottest DJs dropping serious house beats, RnB and party hits all night long. Tipsy Tuesday is a hip club with a young, enthusiastic, and stylish crowd. This place with its many drink specials offers the perfect setting for locals and visitors to celebrate a party in good company. The latest music and a professional team create a party atmosphere till the early morning hours. For the latest news check out the Facebook page.Tipsy Tuesday @ Lutz, Mariahilferstr. 3, tel. +43 664 80 30 54 05, www.lutz-club.at. From 21:30. Admission €8.

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a balcony facing the opera. If you have the opportunity to book one of the impressive tower suites, do not hesitate to jump at the chance. Q 158 rooms (doubles €269-364, suite €509-4.400). PTHARUFGKW

Capricorno C-1, Schwedenplatz 3-4, MSchweden-platz, tel. +43 1 53 33 10 4 0, [email protected], www.schick-hotels.com. The 4-star Hotel Capricorno in Vienna offers everything you look for in a metropolitan hotel: an ideal location in the 1st District with good transport connections, underground and trams right on our doorstep at Schwedenplatz, and all the highlights and insider tips among Vienna’s landmarks just a few minutes’ walk away. Q 46 rooms (singles/doubles €127). PTAGKW

City Central C-1, Taborstraße 8, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 1 21 10 50, [email protected], www.schick-hotels.com. The Hotel City Central is situated right in the heart of Vienna, only a few steps away from the city and within easy reach of transport connections. The hotel provides modern 4-star comfort and is equipped with all modern conveniences. The hotel’s proximity to all the famous sights and to major company headquarters makes it a popular choice for vacationers and business travellers. Q 58 rooms (singles/doubles €127). PTAGW

Das Tyrol G-3, Mariahilferstrasse 15, MMuseums-quartier, tel. +43 1 58 75 41 50, [email protected], www.das-tyrol.at. If the primary reason to visit Vienna is shopping, then look no further than this cool boutique hotel right on the busiest shopping street. The rooms are on a smaller side as is the reception area, but the cool minimalist interior, upscale wellness centre and the friendly staff more than make up for it. The lobby and rooms are decorated with original contemporary artwork.

Erzherzog Rainer A-4, Wiedner Hauptstr. 27-29, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 221 11, [email protected], www.schick-hotels.com. „Kiss the hand“ in Hotel Erzherzog Rainer, a metropolitan hotel in Vienna, rich in tradi-tion, that opens the doors to Viennese history. Nonetheless, the charm of ‘Old Vienna’ can only be felt where it is called for - all hotel facilities are of course state-of-the-art and technically absolutely ‘modern’. Because of its location, the hotel is loved by both business persons and tourists alike. Q 84 rooms (single €120, double €160). PTAKW

Hilton C-2, Stadtpark 1, MLandstraße, tel. +43 1 71 70 00, [email protected], www.hilton.at. Situated right outside the airport train terminus, the Hilton is very convenient for business travellers. The rooms are good and the staff is prompt and courteous, making this four-star hotel a nice place to stay. It also hosts a very fancy nightclub, The Box, and a bar. Q 641 rooms (singles/doubles €179-229, suites €179-2,629). PTHARUFGKXW

Hilton Vienna Plaza B-1, Schottenring 11, MSchot-tentor, tel. +43 1 31 39 00, [email protected], www.hilton.de/wienplaza. Experienced world travel-lers would always know what to expect from a Hilton, and this one smack in the middle of Vienna next to the university and the stock exchange is no exception. Spacious rooms are traditionally but tastefully decorated. Amenities include two restaurants, a stylish bar, excellent fitness and recreation facilities, as well as a business centre. Q PAUG

Hotel am Parkring C-2, Parkring 12, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 51 48 00, [email protected], www.schick-hotels.com. Here you’ll have Vienna at a glance. This 4-star Hotel Am Parkring is located directly on the Ring-

strasse, which encircles Vienna’s 1st district. From the rooms and suites you will enjoy one of the most superb panoramic views of Vienna, as the hotel is located in the upper floors of the famous Gartenbauhochhaus. You’ll be thrilled by the friendly service and modern, comfortably furnished rooms. Q 58 rooms (singles €98-113, doubles €135-165, suites €190-220). PAUGKW

Hotel am Stephansplatz B-2, Stephansplatz 9, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 53 40 50, [email protected], www.hotelamstephansplatz.at. It’s impossible to get any closer to the heart of Vienna - it beats right outside the windows here on Stephansplatz. With St. Stephen’s Cathedral just 56 steps from the front door and the city’s pedestrian zone at your feet, this hotel is a good place to meet for business or to start exploring the city. Q 56 rooms (doubles €160-240; suites €260-380). PTAUGKW

Hotel de France A-1, Schottenring 3, MSchottentor, tel. +43 1 31 36 80, [email protected], www.austria-hotels.at/hotel-de-france. This delightful five-star hotel in the heart of the city’s banking district spoils its guests with the unique old-world charm that can only be found in Vienna. Most of the rooms and suites are non-smoking and decorated in the tradition and style of the late 19th and early 20th century. If you really feel like splurging, book an all-inclusive Suite Dream with breakfast buffet, champagne and limousine service. Q PHAUG

Imperial C-2, Kärntner Ring 16, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 50 11 00, [email protected], www.starwoodhotels.com. As the name suggests, this hotel is one of the finest the city has to offer. Its presidential suite is where foreign state visitors and official guests reside. The rooms are spacious and precious antiques and historical details are seam-lessly combined with modern comfort. If you are interested in a hand-ironed newspaper or a perfectly prepared bath, the hotel provides an authentic butler service. It’s also one of the most beautiful buildings on the Ringstrasse, and at night is enhanced by its facade lighting. Q 138 rooms: doubles €359-477, suites €400-5,000. PYHARUGBKW

Imperial Renaissance Hotel I-3, Ungargasse 60, MRochusgasse, tel. +43 1 711 75 0, www.imperial-renaissance.com. What was once the Royal Horse Riding School is now a charming historic hotel that would make the Emperor himself proud to be a guest in its opulent suites. With a convenient location in Vienna’s Embassy quarter and a stone’s throw from the Belvedere Palace, this Marriott hotel is an ideal retreat for business or leisure travellers alike. Particularly exquisite is its new Imperial Club where you can splurge in Maisonette suites, enjoy all modern conference facilities and even look over your chef’s shoulder as he pre-pares mouthwatering meals for you. Q PHAUGBK

Intercontinental C-3, Johannesgasse 28, MStadt-park, tel. +43 1 71 12 20, [email protected], www.vi-enna.intercontinental.com. This large and modern hotel overlooks the Stadtpark and offers a great view of the city centre. The Intercontinental is the hotel of choice for visiting rock stars, actors and other dignitaries on official business in Vienna. The rooms, service and restaurant comply with the standards of this crowd, so you can be sure that you too will have nothing to complain about. The cocktail bar is a popular meeting place in Vienna. Q 458 rooms: doubles €179-249, suites €329-479. PHARUFGKXW

Le Méridien A-3, Opernring 13, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 58 89 00, www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeri-dien. The modern majesty of Le Meridien’s restaurant is reason enough to rendezvous here. The hotel appeals to all your senses, the modern, colourful décor draws you in like a moth to a flame. Located near Heldenplatz on the Ringstrasse, it is close to just about everything and offers a range of inviting amenities and state of the art facilities, such as fitness facilities, sauna and whirlpool. Q 334 rooms: singles/doubles €189-409, suites €489-1199. PARUFGBKDXW

Marriott C-2, Parkring 12a, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 51 51 80, www.marriott.com. One of the nicest Marriotts we’ve seen on our travels. In addition to the great service, this particular hotel stands out as it is one of the few with a pool. It is located just across the street from the beautiful Stadtpark, a great place to relax, and the US embassy shares the building. Q 357rooms: singles/doubles €199-278, suites €349-990. PHARFGKXCW

Renaissance Hotel Vienna Linke Wienzeile/Ullmannstrasse 71, MMeidlinger Hauptstrasse, tel. +43 1 891 02 0, www.renaissancewien.at. Modern and stylish, the Renaissance is a perfect accommodation choice particularly if you are planning to visit the Schönbrunn Palace. Just a few minutes ride from the city center by U-4 metro, this hotel offers luxury rooms, excellent conference facilities for 200 people and a sensational rooftop panoramic pool. Guests rave about the fantastic bar and restaurant as well. Q PTHAUGK

Roomz Vienna Paragonstrasse 1, MGasometer, tel. +43 1 743 18 88, [email protected], www.roomz-vienna.com. Next to the landmark Gasometer complex with it’s converted gas tanks containing shops and cinemas, Roomz is a ‘budget design hotel’ that sees itself as a work of art - and each of the comfy rooms is Marriott

decorated in one of four colour schemes: green, blue, brown and pink for the girls. Just minutes from the city centre by metro. Q 152 rooms: singles €70-140, doubles €80-170. PAUGKW

Sacher B-3, Philharmonikerstr. 4, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 51 45 60, [email protected], www.sacher.com. The famous Hotel Sacher was first opened in 1876 by Eduard Sacher. Since 1934 the Gürtler family has owned it, working hard to preserve the tradition and elegance. The hotel is widely known for providing scenery for The Third Man film and, more importantly, for its famous Sachertorte chocolate cake. The red-clad doormen will usher you inside, where you can admire the imperial grandeur, dating back to the times of Prince Metternich. Q 152 rooms: doubles €465-678, suites €820-2,540. PARGKW

Sofitel Vienna Stephansdom C-1, Praterstrasse 1, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 1 90 61 60, [email protected], www.sofitel.com/gb/hotel-6599-sofitel-vienna-stephansdom. This ultra-modern, brand new hotel on the Danube Canal in central Vienna stands for French hospital-ity at its best. Its state-of-the-art rooms are impeccably designed, and the views of the city from Le Loft restaurant on the top floor are simply breathtaking. Business facilities include ten light and airy conference rooms with all modern communication devices, and there’s a fitness centre and spa. Q PHAUFGK

Stefanie C-1, Taborstr. 12, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 1 21 15 00, [email protected], www.schick-hotels.com. The elegant 4-star Hotel Stefanie awaits you only a stone’s throw away from all the sights and attractions of Vienna’s city. With its more than three hundred years of history, there is a harmonious interplay between traditional Viennese charm and modern hotel comforts. Due to its generous architecture and its central location, the hotel is equally popular with business travel-lers and tourists. Q 120 rooms (singles €106; doubles €161-181). PTAGW

Hostels Hostel Ruthensteiner E-4, Robert Hamerlinggasse 24, MWestbahnhof, tel. +43 1 893 42 02, www.hostelruthensteiner.com. Located just around the corner from Vienna’s Westbahnhof, this friendly and hospitable backpacker’s paradise has provided travellers with an artsy urban oasis for more than 30 years. Opened in 1968 to accommodate the influx of Eastern Europeans after the Prague Spring, the hostel (the first of its kind in central Europe) has maintained its open and international appeal while retaining a small, family-run character. The hostel’s sweeping bar, unique patio furniture and oversized chess and backgammon sets in the verdant garden area—all handcrafted by avid woodworker-owner Walter—along with the array of ready-to-play musical instruments in the common room, helpful staff, clean facilities and reasonable rates invite visitors to relax and rendezvous with other fellow travellers.

Wombat’s E-4, Mariahilferstr.137, MWestbahnhof, tel. +43 1 897 23 36, www.wombats-hostels.com. Wombat’s offers several different types of rooms, from single to six-bed set ups, and also features a great lounge area up-stairs and a bar downstairs. There is always an international group of people staying at Wombat’s, so branch out and meet new people to explore Vienna. Voted best hostel in Austria in 2009. Q 80 rooms (doubles €29 per person, triples €25 per person, dorm beds €20). YAR

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Café Hawelka B-2, Dorotheergasse 6, MStepha-nsplatz, tel. +43 1 512 82 30, www.hawelka.at. This is a real legend. Multiple books and hundreds of articles have been written about this classic café and generations of artists and authors have made this smoky den their home. The Hawelka family is prominent in Vienna, and 99-year-old Leopold Hawelka still greets all his guests at the door. Make sure to visit during the week, on weekends larger tourist groups spoil the unique atmosphere. QOpen 08:00 - 02:00.

Kunsthallencafe am Karlsplatz B-3, Treitlstr. 2, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 587 00 73, [email protected], www.kunsthallencafe.at. This café is in a glass building right on Karlsplatz and has one of the hippest vibes in town. The Kunsthalle project space is in the same building, so you can also check out the current exhibition. In the summer, enjoy the sun on the huge deck or in a lounge chair in the grass. Breakfast is served every Sunday until 16:00, making this a great place for those who love to sleep in. QOpen 10:00 - 02:00.

Tea Houses Demmers Teehaus Mölker Bastei 5, MM Schotten-tor, tel. +43 1 533 59 95, www.demmer.at. For the last thirty years, Demmer has been one of Vienna’s most revered purveyors of dry leaves and remains a popular spot for tea lovers. The main outlet has a huge selection of black, herbal, green, fruit and some rare exotic teas; other shops offer a smaller, but equally impressive selection. The little salon upstairs (open Mon-Fri) is a cute place to savour your cup of tea with a biscuit or another snack. Also at Landstrasser Hauptstrasse 31, Kirchengasse 6 and Linke Wienzeile 4-6. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00, Sat 09:30 - 13:30. Closed Sun.

Haas & Haas B-2, Stephansplatz 4, MStepha-nsplatz, tel. +43 1 512 26 66, [email protected], www.haas-haas.at. This pleasant tearoom in the courtyard of Stephansplatz is a wonderful alternative to traditional Viennese coffee houses. Club sandwiches and other snacks are offered for breakfast and lunch, and it’s one of a few places in town where you can enjoy authentic English afternoon tea. The adjacent shop sells dif ferent kinds of tea, coffee, exclusive jams, honey, chocolates and other sweet delicacies. Waitresses take it easy here and expect the same from the guests. QOpen Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 - 20:00, Sat 08:00 - 18:30, Sun 09:00 - 18:00.

Vienna is one of those cities where coffee is much more than just a drink. Many coffee houses in Vienna date back to the 19th century, when there was little private heating, and people used the coffee houses as a second living room, because they could not afford to heat their homes.Unlike some other café traditions around the world, it is completely normal for a customer to linger alone for hours and study the omnipresent newspapers. Along with coffee, the waiter will serve an obligatory glass of cold tap water and during a long stay will often bring additional water unrequested, with the idea being that you are a guest who should feel welcome and not pressured to leave for another patron. Many cafés provide small food dishes like sausages as well as desserts, cakes and tarts, like Apfelstrudel and Linzer torte. In many classic cafés piano music is played in the evenings and social events like literary readings are held.

Coffeehouses Café Central A-2, Herrengasse 17, MHerrengasse, tel. +43 1 533 37 64 26, www.palaisevents.at. Originally opened in 1860, Café Central boasts a number of famous regulars over the years, including Leo Trotsky, Adolf Loos, Vladimir Lenin and Sigmund Freud. The café, restored in 1986, is reminiscent of both the intellectuals who frequented the café and the imperial grandeur of Austria. Café Central is perfectly situated behind the Hofburg, making it an ideal place to stop for a delicious piece of Apfelstrudel and rich hot chocolate after you’ve spent hours wandering through the nearby twin museums and the Imperial Palace. Reserva-tions recommended for groups. QOpen 07:30 - 22:00, Sun 10:00 - 22:00.

Café Drechsler G-3, Linke Wienzeile 22, MKetten-brückengasse, tel. +43 1 581 20 44, www.cafe-drechsler.at. The crisp, clean interior of this café is beguil-ing; with its danceable beats and hip staff, Café Drechsler is one of the coolest cafés in town. It is also the café with the longest opening hours, only closing for an hour in the middle of the night to clean. With the exception of Monday, Café Drechsler opens up every morning at 03:00, making it one of a handful of locations where party animals can get a good ham and eggs or other breakfast items before sunrise. QOpen 03:00 - 02:00, Mon 08:00 - 02:00, Sun 03:00 - 24:00.

Cafe Diglas B-2, Wollzeile 10, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 57 650, [email protected], www.diglas.at. All of the heavenly cakes at this century-old café are baked in-house, and you can even observe the process on a large monitor just above the counter. Order your coffee, pick a

cake of your choice at the counter, and be sure to memo-rize its funny name so you could spell it out to the waiter in flawless Viennese when ordering. Service can be slow, but after all, it’s contemplating and lingering over sweet treats that people come here for. QOpen 08:00 - 19:00, Sun 10:00 - 19:00.

Café Landtmann A-1, Dr. Karl -Lueger-Ring 4, M Schottentor, tel. +43 1 24 10 01 10, www.landtmann.at. Located in the heart of Vienna, this café has a definite advantage over the other coffeehouses in the winter: despite the cold, you can still sit “outside” on the heated glass veranda, which looks out to the Burgtheater and the neo-classical Rathaus (town hall), seat of the city’s government. The café specializes in seasonal and Austrian deserts, and the excellent brews will remind you why Vienna is so well known for its coffee. The waiting staf f has retained many typi-cal aspects of Vienna’s coffee culture, so beware the Wiener Schmäh, it just might put a big smile on your face. QOpen 07:30 - 24:00.

Café Prückel C-2, Stubenring 24, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 512 61 15, www.prueckel.at. An exemplary, U-shaped Ringstrasse café in stunning Jugendstil design that pampers its guests with a relaxed environment. It’s flawlessly designed to let you sink into a book or have an intimate conversation with friends. The café also organises a bevy of concerts, readings and other events in other sec-tions of the U, ensuring that its clientele always has sufficient stimulating entertainment while simultaneously maintaining the chill atmosphere for its more introverted guests. QOpen 08:30 - 22:00.

Café Sacher B-3, Philharmonikerstr. 4, MKarl-splatz, tel. +43 1 51 45 60, www.sacher.com. Hotel Sacher is widely known for providing the scenery for much of The Third Man and, more importantly, for its famous Sachertorte chocolate cake. The hotel’s red clad doormen will usher you into the crisp, classic café, where you can enjoy a fresh slice. True, you can get so-called Sacher Torten at other cafés around town, but there’s nothing like tasting the original in its noble home. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00.Café Central

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If you order just a coffee in Vienna, don’t be surprised when the waiter continues to stare at you... he’s waiting for you to be more specific than that. Below a selection of the most popular variations of coffee served. Most prominent are the Melange or a large and small Brauner. Most cafes will also serve you popular international choices such as cappucino or café latte.

Brauner Large or small black coffee with milk added for getting its brown colour

Espresso Large or small black coffee from the Espresso-machine

Einspänner Double espresso with whipped cream

Mokka Large or small black coffee in a large or small mocha-cup

Melange Large cup of coffee with hot milk foam

Kaisermelange Large mocha without milk, but stirred with an egg yolk, honey, cognac or brandy

Kapuziner Small mocha with some drops of cream

Coffee menu decoder Café Sperl G-3, Gumpendorferstr. 11, MMuseum-squartier, tel. +43 1 586 41 58, www.cafesperl.at. Café Sperl first opened in 1880 and has been a hit amongst the locals ever since. It became the preferred stomping grounds for many singers, artists, writers, architects, generals and public of ficials, despite the usual political and social di f ferences in the artistic and military/public sectors. The pool tables also set Café Sperl apart from other coffeehouses, and the cakes are to die for. The café also has an extensive inter-national newspaper selection. QOpen 07:00 - 23:00, Sun 11:00 - 20:00.

Café der Provinz Maria-Treu-Gasse 3, MRathaus, tel. +43 1 944 22 72, www.cafederprovinz.at. Simple interior of wooden furniture and a few old post-ers on the walls are not entirely reminiscent of a café in Southern France, but the excellent organic Galette buckwheat pancakes, sweet and savoury crêpes and waffles served here for breakfast are decidedly French-inspired and will get you quite happily through the day. All-you-can-eat weekend and holiday brunch buffet for €11.50 is quite popular with the locals in the 8th district. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00.

lutz G-3, Mariahilfer Str: 3, MMuseumsquartier, tel. +43 1 585 36 46, [email protected], www.lutz-bar.at. lutz is a happening place to go for drinks, but it goes above and beyond a bar. Situated four meters above street level in a house built at the beginning of the 1900s, it seamlessly combines old architecture with modern design. What’s more, the bar has an excellent breakfast selection, a Sunday brunch from 10:00-16:00, delicious coffees, international cuisine and newspapers and magazines in many languages. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00, Sat 09:00 - 24:00, Sun 10:00 - 24:00.

Naschmarkt Deli A-3, Naschmarkt 421-436, MKettenbrückengasse, tel. +43 1 585 08 23, www.naschmarkt-deli.at. A typical Naschmarkt hangout, Deli draws a classy young clientèle with its scrumptious breakfasts and brunches, including traditional Viennese, hearty English, piquant Turkish or a healthy Vital option with organic müsli and fresh fruit . Especially busy on Saturday mornings, this cool café plays a variety of background music from electronic beats to oriental rhythms. Did we mention the great cocktails, too? The smiley waitresses are exceptionally charming - when they finally grati fy you with their attention. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun.

The Point of Sale A-4, Schleifmühlgasse 12-14, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 941 63 97, [email protected], www.thepointofsale.at. The huge windows and strategic location in the middle of Vienna’s hip Freihausviertel neighborhood are not the only reasons to come to this cool funky café. Choose among fifteen different types of breakfast menus, from the light Half-Breakfast with just a boiled egg and a slice of dark bread with chives, to the filling Relax-Breakfast that includes salmon with cream cheese, scrambled eggs and a glass of champagne. Interesting blend between an American diner and a Viennese coffee house. QOpen 07:00 - 01:00.

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Vienna’s cosmopolitan character is reflected by a great range of fine international restaurants. No matter if you are looking for an exclusive restaurant in the first district or you want to stop by at one of the authentic Asian eater-ies - Vienna offers something for every taste. And the good news: compared to other European cities typical tourist traps are relatively rare.

AustrianViennese cuisine stands out for its superb cakes and pas-tries, but a wide range of other unique dishes, like Wiener Schnitzel and Tafelspitz are also steeped in local history. The cooking tradition here has been inspired by many cultures throughout the centuries. During the 17th and 18th centuries, Italian and French cuisine made their way into the Viennese palate, followed by strong Bohemian and Hungarian influences in the 19th century, creating a local cuisine both unique and delicious.

Beim Czaak H-2, Postgasse 15, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 1 513 72 15. A place that knows its Austrian dishes, Beim Czaak has been a family business since 1928 and the attention to detail and tradition is evident from the moment you walk in. If you are planning on dining in this

authentically rustic and relaxed restaurant, make a reserva-tion before you go—Beim Czaak attracts a large crowd of regulars and tourists. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun. G

Bettelstudent B-3, Johannesgasse 12, MStadtpark, tel. +43 1 513 20 44, [email protected], www.bettelstudent.at. Summer or winter, early or late, the Bet-telstudent is a fine establishment for those who like excel-lent food and cosy surroundings. The lunch menu changes everyday, which lets the gastronomic geniuses in the kitchen show off their talents, and you get to reap the benefits. The Bettelstudent is also known for its beer, which it brews on site. Between the food and the beer, this may very well become a staple during your stay in Vienna. QOpen Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 10:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 03:00, Sun 10:00 - 01:00.

Borromäus I-3, Ungargasse 60, MRochusgasse, tel. +43 1 711 750, [email protected], www.borromaeus.at. If you’re looking for fresh fish, head over to Borromäus. The fish is caught fresh daily and served in an exquisite setting, where the Imperial Riding School formerly taught the military arts during the times of the emperor. With delicious food, a wonderful ambience, and beautiful, historic architecture, you are sure to have a fabulous time. QOpen 18:00 - 22:30. TAB

Der Kuckuck B-2, Himmelpfortgasse 15, MStepha-nsplatz, tel. +43 1 512 84 70, www.derkuckuck.com. The cuckoo is a classic Viennese restaurant housed in a building dating back to the middle ages, whose beautiful 17th century baroque façade and renaissance portal invite guests to enjoy Austrian specialities under graceful 16th century vaulted ceilings. The dishes are all made from local seasonal products, so you have a reason to come back again. Check out the wine list: it is heavy in Austrian, Hungarian and Slovenian wines and we highly recommend trying a bottle or two. QOpen 18:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun. PA6G

Kronprinz Rudolph C-1, Taborstraße 12, MSchwe-denplatz, tel. +43 1 211 50 423, [email protected], www.kronprinz-rudolph.at. Caress your palate with fine dining in a charming Viennese atmosphere. The restaurant will impress you with seasonal delicacies and classics of the Viennese and Austrian cuisine on the highest level. High ceilings, massive chandeliers, air-conditioning and classic decoration greet you upon your visit. QOpen 12:00 - 14:30, 18:00-22:00. PTB

Lux F-3, Schrankgasse 4, MVolkstheater, tel. +43 1 526 94 91, www.luxwien.at. Lux specialises in modern Austrian cuisine cooked strictly with local and seasonal products of the highest quality. The food is well prepared, tasty and the portions are decent. The atmosphere is always warm and cosy, making this a great option for din-

ner or drinks. Before or after your visit, wander around the renowned Spittelberg area with its romantic narrow streets and pretty houses. QOpen 11:00 - 01:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 01:00. T6G

Martinjak A-3, Opernring 11, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 535 69 69. There are many places to try local food in Vi-enna, but Martinjak, located opposite the Staatsoper, takes Austrian cuisine to a whole new level in a way that mixes the traditional with the modern. The décor achieves this same seamless mixture of classic and contemporary, creating a warm, friendly atmosphere where you can even try smaller portions of all the dishes on the menu at the bar - ideal for those whose curiosity is piqued by the richness of Austrian cuisine. After dinner head to Platzhirsch, the in-house club where DJs will keep you grooving to wicked beats the whole night long. QOpen 11:00 - 01:00. AG

Plachutta C-2, Wollzeile 38, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 512 15 17, www.plachutta.at. Though particularly famous in Austria for its beef dishes, Plachutta has become a bastion for a range of traditional Viennese food. Forgoing current culinary trends, the chefs here focus on the simple, customary dishes of this former imperial capital - particularly their famous Tafelspitz (boiled high-quality beef). While the food is deliciously simple, the prices are on the expensive side. QOpen 11:30 - 24:00. PTAG

Plutzerbräu F-3, Schrankgasse 4/4, MVolkstheater, tel. +43 1 526 12 15, www.plutzerbraeu.at. With its vaulted ceilings and rustic décor, Plutzerbräu offers a cosy atmosphere popular amongst students. Six times a year artists are given a chance to leave their mark in the form of an exhibition. The beer is homemade and the cuisine is typical Viennese. If you’ve partied all night, this is a great place to go for brunch on Sundays. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 01:00. T6G

Reinthalers Beisl B -2, Dorotheergasse 2- 4, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 513 12 49. Typical Aus-trian food at relatibely low prices. The wait staff is friendly, though at times stressed with all of the clientele, but don’t let that distract you from the above average food served here. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. TG

Schnitzelwirt F-3, Neubaugasse 52, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 523 37 71, www.schnitzelwirt.co.at. In the city of schnitzel, Schnitzelwirt is king. Why, you ask? For all the essential reasons: the schnitzel is to die for, the sheer size of the thing may kill you (or at least put you into a food coma), and the price will barely put a scratch in your wallet. Note that you might even leave smelling like a Schnitzel after dinner here. QOpen 11:00 - 22:00. Closed Sun. TG

P Air conditioning A Credit cards accepted

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The „Kuckuck“ (cuckoo) is one of the most traditional restaurants

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St. Stephan’s cathedral it offers best Austrian hospitality with

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Apfelstrudel apple-filled pastry Beuschel a ragout containing veal lungs and heart Butterschnitzel chopped veal cutletEiernockerln egg dumplingsFrankfurter, Käsekrainer, Debreziner, Burenwurst different kinds of sausagesGebackene Leber deepfried pork or calf's liverGermknödel yeast dumplingGulasch a hotpot similar to Hungarian pörköltKaiserschmarrn sugared pancake with stewed plumsMarillenknödel apricot dumplingsPalatschinken Viennese crępesPowidl stewed plum jamRindsuppen beef soupSachertorte a chocolate cakeSchinkenfleckerl pasta with hamSchweinsbraten roast porkSelchfleisch smoked meatTafelspitz boiled beef, often served with apple and horseradish saucesTopfenstrudel strudel filled with cottage cheeseWiener Schnitzel breadcrumbed and fried veal cutletZwiebelrostbraten onion roast beef

Austrian specialities

Wiener Schnitzel © Österreich Werbung/Wiesenhofer Kronprinz Rudolph

Many tourists and expats, especially those coming from the countries where it is assumed that customer is king, are often perplexed by the oddities of service in Vienna. Indeed, the attitudes may range from extremely polite and friendly, to professional but non-committal, to outright arrogant and disrespectful. Some waiters and salespeople tend to think that treating their customers in a less than decent and courteous manner makes their daily sport and boosts their ego. Locals claim that it has always been like this and justify it with cultural differences and low salaries and tips for the waiters. While this might well be the case, it is also true that it’s your money you’re spending, and you absolutely deserve to be treated nicely for your money! Here are some tips for visitors who have experienced first-hand what the Viennese “service with a smile” sometimes really means. If you believe you’ve been pointedly ignored or spoken to in a rude tone, never hesitate to let them know loud and clear that you are unhappy with the service. Even if it changes nothing, you’ll be sure to make a statement. Remember also that the more often they see you, the better service you are likely to get. The Viennese revere their Stammkunden (repeat customers), and even reserve tables for them without being certain they would show up at all. In virtually every popular restaurant or coffee house you will stumble upon several tables with Reserviert signs – and sometimes most tables have this sign even though the place looks empty. Then it’s entirely your right to demand that a table be made available for you. Most venues listed here will, unless otherwise indicated, offer good professional customer service, but if you experience anything different, we’d like to hear from you. Write to us at [email protected].

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teeth in takes hold, and you just have to abandon the fork and the knife. For such occasions, Ribs of Vienna is the ideal fit. Housed in a cellar dating from the 16th century, the orange and white clad staff will serve a steaming heap of ribs. The restaurant´s speciality is a meter of ribs, but they also have excellent salads. QOpen 17:00 - 24:00. PG

Steakpoint B-3, Akademiestr. 2, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 513 80 40, www.members.aon.at/steakpoint. The Viennese make a lot of great food, but they are not well known for their steaks. Enter Steakpoint. Filet, rib eye, t-bone, prime rib: you name it, they’ve got it, and will make your steak exactly how you want it. The décor is reminiscent of an upscale roadhouse restaurant. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00, Sun 17:00 - 24:00. AG

T.G.I. Fridays B-3, Schubertring 13, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 714 89 95, www.tgifridays.at. No matter what you order at T.G.I. Fridays near Schwarzenbergplatz, you can be sure that your serving will be just like in America: big. Even the cocktails are oversized. In contrast, the prices are relatively small, especially when you take into consideration just how much food is on your plate. For the ultimate American experience, stop by for happy hour, when the jumbo cocktails are half price. Sports fans will also have their needs met here. QOpen 17:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 24:00. AG

Asian Bamboo G-4, Margaretenstrasse 51, MKetten-brückengasse, tel. +43 1 585 40 61, www.bamboo-restaurant.at. The craze for the all-you-can-eat Mongolian grill has finally reached Vienna. Pick a plate and fill it with various vegetables, all kinds of meat and fish, then add your favourite sauce and have the chef cook your meal right in

Stadtgasthaus Eisvogel I-1, Riesenradplatz 5, MPraterstern, tel. +43 1 908 11 87, www.stadtgast-haus-eisvogel.at. The classy Eisvogel restaurant is located at the entrance to Vienna’s amusement park and next to the city’s famous Riesenrad Ferris wheel. With a long history of serving high-quality Viennese cuisine to discerning locals, it now also caters to cheese connoisseurs - Vienna’s most fa-mous cheese sommelier is ready to offer you perfect pairings sure to please your palate. QOpen 11:30 - 24:00. AGB

Trzesniewski B-2, Dorotheergasse 1, MStephans-platz, tel. +43 1 493 13 32, www.trzesniewski.at. For a quick snack in the city centre, a visit to this house of long lasting tradition is a must. The Tresniewski buffet offers little sandwiches with various toppings and egg-based spreads. From herring-onion to cucumber-egg, hearty meat or light vegetarian, spicy or mild, there is an open-faced sandwich for every taste, all priced at €1 each. 18 of these spreads have been on their menu since 1902, and several have been added more recently. The most popular is supposedly ham with egg, but you’ll have to try them all to find your favourite. QOpen 08:30 - 19:00, Sat 09:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun. TG

Wiener Wirtschaft A-4, Wiedner Hauptstr. 27-29, MTaubstummengasse, tel. +43 1 22 11 13 64, [email protected], www.wienerwirtschaft.com. Rustic and genuine are the guiding themes of the typical inn Wiener Wirtschaft. At thisViennese tavern a wide range of rustic Viennese dishes awaits your taste buds. Besides classics like Wiener Schnitzel or Goulash, creative seasonal inter-pretations of the Viennese cuisine can also be found on the menu. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. T6G

Winter Alser Str. 30, tel. +43 1 405 02 01, [email protected]. It hardly gets more Austrian than this: old charm, traditional paintings on the walls, crisp tablecloth and even fake flowers on the tables make this place feel like a real local tavern. The food, be it schnitzel or beef goulash, is just excellent. The owner, Anton Winter, now in his 80s, inherited the restaurant from his mother and has since expanded it to include a small garden. Friendly talkative waiters still show the true old-world gemütlichkeit and hospitality that are not all too common today. Tram N°43 or 44 from Schottentor to Brünnlbadgasse. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00. Closed Sat, Sun.

Zum Weißen Rauchfangkehrer B-2, Weihburggasse 4, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 34 71, [email protected], www.weisser-rauchfangkehrer.at. One of the oldest and most renowned restaurants in town, the ‘white chimney-sweep’ was founded in 1848 as one of the guild pubs of the old Vienna chimneysweeps. The typical atmosphere originates from the 1920s when actors, singers, painter and sculptors discovered it. The restaurant serves classic Vien-nese kitchen, with Tafelspitz, Szegediner Gulasch, paprika chicken and Kalbsvogerln. Ironically, nowaday’s it’sa non-smoking restaurant. QOpen 12:00 - 22:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

American Frank’s American Bar C-2, Laurenzerberg 2, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 1 512 34 28, www.indo-chine.at. Frank’s serves American cuisine, but more than just burgers and steaks. The drink list also reflects the chef’s sojourn in America. The food is fresh and delicious, delivering a piece of American culinary culture. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00, Sat, Sun 17:00 - 02:00. PAG

Ribs of Vienna B-2, Weihburggasse 22, MStepha-nsplatz, tel. +43 1 513 85 19, www.ribsofvienna.at. Sometimes that primal urge to grab your food and sink your

front of you. Sushi, appetizers and sweets are also on offer, as are different teas, soft drinks and beer. Good choice for those who prefer eating as much (or as little) as they wish. The lunch buffet (until 17:00) costs €8,50, the dinner buffet €13,50. Also at Kaiserstrasse 48. QOpen 11:30 - 23:00.

Dots F-3, Mariahilferstr. 103, MZieglergasse, tel. +43 1 920 99 80, www.dots-lounge.com. This experimental sushi restaurant is located in Vienna’s busiest shopping street, making it a great place to grab a bite after abusing the credit cards all afternoon. The ambience, like the food, is experimental, but the combination of lamps, lighting and tables leaves a satisfying taste in your mouth, as does the fresh fish. We recommend moving over to the similarly deco-rated bar after dinner to continue the experience. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00, Sun 17:00 - 24:00.

LioUnge G-3, Gumpendorferstr. 29, MKettenbrücken-gasse, tel. +43 1 586 36 73, www.liounge.at. LioUnge’s speciality is the Hotpot, or Chinese fondue. Choose a soup and receive endless seafood, meats and veggies to toss in. The simple and modern décor makes this a fun place to try something a bit different than the usual Chinese, at a price that doesn’t break the bank. QOpen 17:00 - 24:00.

Li’s Cooking G-3, Naschmarkt, Stand 126-129, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 585 40 57, www.liscooking.at. This family-run Asian eatery at the Naschmarkt is usually packed to capacity, and for good reason. The sushi sets and mixed menu dishes are absolutely fantastic and reasonably priced, and the friendly staff make you feel like a family member. They will even bring you an appetizer on the house if you come back to eat there again. Looks like they know that offering good food and quality service are recipes for success. QOpen 10:30 - 23:30. Closed Sun.

Bitzinger Würstelstand B-3, Augustinerplatz 1, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 533 10 26, www.bitzinger.at. There are countless Würstelstände (hot dog stands), but the Bitzinger Würstelstand stands out because of its modern design: it looks more like a fine dining establish-ment than a simple street vendor. Unlike others, Bitzinger also has beer on tap and a small daily menu. It’s only a short walk away from the Burggarten, so you can down your cold beer and sausage while enjoying the park. QOpen 10:00 - 05:00.

Blue Orange Bagel G-3, Margaretenstr. 9, MKarl-splatz, tel. +43 1 581 17 70, www.blueorange.co.at. Attention bagel lovers: this is your spot! But if bagels aren’t your favourite, there’s plenty of other things to choose from on the menu, including many specials. With the added bonus of free wireless internet, many stay for an extra coffee or cave in for some Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. QOpen 07:30 - 22:00, Sat, Sun 09:00 - 21:00.

Maschu Maschu B-1, Rabensteig 8, MSchwe-denplatz, tel. +43 1 533 29 04, www.maschu-maschu.at. On several occasions we have traipsed through Vienna searching for the best place to eat falafel and time and again, Maschu Maschu has proven to be it. However, the pita mix, a combination of falafel and kebab served in sandwich form, even better than the falafel. The assortment of sauces is also stellar. Seating is limited, but you can get everything to go. QOpen 09:30 - 24:00.

Suppenbar.at F-1, Alser Strasse 21, [email protected], www.suppenbar.at. This tiny eatery run by a friendly bespectacled gentleman attracts many students and professors from the nearby university campus. The basic menu of soups, curries and salads changes every week, and there’s always a choice of vegetarian dishes. The place is quite popular and often gets crowded at lunchtime, so take-away might be a better, if not the only option. Get there on trams N°5, 33, 43, 44. QOpen 11:30 - 18:00. Closed Sat, Sun.

Türkis G-3, Mariahilferstr. 31, MMuseums-quartier. Skip the international fast food options while shopping on Mariahilferstrasse and head straight to Türkis instead. Kebab stands that sell lamb rather than chicken kebabs are not very numerous in Vienna, but Türkis steps in to save the day with its overstuffed authentic lamb pita pockets, or one or several other Turkish specialities. Try the spicy sauce, too. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00, Sat 10:00 - 02:00.

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years, and is one of the contributing factors to the area becoming an in-spot in Vienna. The décor is rustically Balkan, and the nightly live music adds to the ambience. The specialities are prepared on a charcoal grill, so even in the dead of winter you can get that summer grill feeling. QOpen 11:30 - 02:00. Closed Wed.

Ilija F-2, Piaristengasse 36, MRathaus, tel. +43 1 408 54 31, [email protected], www.ilija.at. The welcoming sunny beaches and blue lagoons of Dalmatia come to mind as you enter this lovely family-owned restaurant in the 8th district. Ilija and Katica Djuric, both natives of Zadar in Croatia, treat their guests to delicious fish and seafood specialities from the Adriatic coast, and refreshing Croatian wine. Pick your fish fresh from the aquarium and it will be cooked to your lik-ing. Traditional Balkan dishes, such as cevapcici sausages and muscalica pork stew, are also on offer. QOpen 11:00 - 15:00, 18:00-01:00.

Fine dining Amarantis A-3, Babenbergerstr. 5, MMuseums-quartier, tel. +43 1 585 24 39, [email protected], www.amarantis.at. After a number of unsuccessful venues at this location, this chic Italian-Mediterranean restaurant, named after a sacred and useful South American plant, looks like it’s here to stay. Come to savour mouthwatering and impeccably presented dishes, such as shellfish ravioli with pak choi or Scottish salmon tartar with orange chicory and avocado crème. The mains will set you back at least €20, but who said that good things come cheap? QOpen 11:30 - 01:00. Closed Sun.

Das Schick C-2, Parkring 12, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 514 804 17, [email protected], www.schick-hotels.com. Austria and Spain share a common history and enjoy a special relationship. Experience the exquisite service and a breath taking view of the Austrian capital at this brand new restaurant. The restaurant ‘Das Schick’ strives to present you with the best treats of the Austrian and Spanish cuisine in Vienna. QOpen 12:30 - 15:00, 18:00-22:30. PAG

Do & Co B-2, Stephansplatz 12, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 535 39 69, www.doco.com. I f you flew into town with Austrian Airlines, then you are already familiar with the first-class catering that Do & Co can of fer. This restaurant is located centrally on Stephansplatz, so pop in to enjoy its immaculate design, the beauti ful view of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and its chic food. Just know that portions are small and you shouldn’t arrive with a big appetite. QOpen 12:00 - 15:00; 18:00 - 24:00. PAG

Indochine 21 C-2, Stubenring 18, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 513 76 60, www.indochine.at. The former French colonies of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia are the inspiration for the dishes served in this vibrant red-coloured restaurant. The chef learned the trade during his 13-year stay in Vietnam, so the experience is pretty authentic. QOpen 11:30 - 02:00. PAG

Korso B-3, Mahlerstr. 2, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 515 165 75, www.restaurantkorso.at. Korso, inside the Bristol Hotel in the heart of Vienna, is an old upmarket meeting point that serves top quality cuisine. The wood panelling and black leather seating only add to the elegance. The two-course lunch menu is a nice way to gastronomically pamper yourself at a reasonable price. QOpen 07:00 - 23:00. PAG

Steirereck C-3, Am Heumarkt 2a, MStadtpark, tel. +43 1 713 31 68, www.steirereck.at. A fancy restaurant with typical Austrian cuisine, Steiereck can be found sur-rounded by greenery of the Stadtpark and has numerous delicious delicacies. Choose from a menu with five and six course meals, and an optional assortment of paired wines served with the courses. QOpen 08:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 09:00 - 19:00. PAGB

Zum Schwarzen Kameel B-2, Bognergasse 5, MHerrengasse, tel. +43 1 533 81 25, www.kameel.at. Venture into this exquisite restaurant and bar, and you could see your picture in the local tabloids the next day. The ‘Black Camel’ has been the place for Vienna’s rich and famous to be seen ever since it opened in 1618, and even today it’s the official caterer to the Austrian president. Watch the well-dressed beau-monde enjoy a refined conversation over a glass of wine at the bar, and make sure to check out the posh deli and pastry shops just a few steps down the street.QOpen Mon-Sat 12:00 - 15:30 and 18:00-24:00, Bar Mon-Sat 09:00-24:00.

French Cafe Pierre G-3, Windmühlgasse 32, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 920 63 59, [email protected], www.cafepierre.at. Lovers of les baguettes, les quiches and les tartines may well find their second home in this Parisian-style café cum patisserie that has become a neighbourhood favourite ever since it opened early in 2011. Particularly popular is the weekend brunch (10:00-15:00) that includes a variety of pastry, cold cuts, salads, authentic French cheeses, cereals and quiches for €12,90. Coffee in large cups is just like in Paris, but the jovial multilingual staff is exceptionally friendly and even chatty - unlike in Paris. Be sure to make a reservation for brunch. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00.

Le Bol B-2, Neuer Markt 14, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 699 103 018 99, www.lebol.at. This small restaurant is a must for anyone who enjoys French food. Whether you need a good start in the morning or a tasty lunch, Le Bol has something for you. The baguettes in particular should not be missed: our favourite is the Joan de Florette, but you will be satisfied with any of their options. Le Bol is always full, so make a reservation. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00, Sun 10:00 - 24:00.

Georgian Madiani H-1, Karmelitermarkt 21-24, MTabor-strasse, tel. +43 664 456 12 17, [email protected], www.madiani.at. Opened by artist and published chef Nana Ansari in 2005, this cosy café and restaurant specializes in the complex and richly flavoured cuisine Das Schick

Open: Mon-Thu: 10:00 - 02:00 Fri-Sat: 10:00 - 03:00, Sun: 10:00 - 01:00

Johannesgasse 12, 1010 Wien+43 1 513 20 44

www.bettelstudent.at

Bettel-Alm Restaurant: Mon 10am-3am, Tue-Fri from 10am,

Sat-Sun from 4am, Sun until 3pm

Bettel-Alm: (Disco) Tue-Sat 9pm - 4am

Johannesgasse 12, 1010 Wien

+43 1 513 20 44, www.bettel-alm.at

Authentic Austrian kitchen, homey and rustic ambience

great homebrewed beer.

Bettel-Alm Restaurant with alpine charmAttached discothek with Apres Ski hits,

Pop rock and Schlager music

ON A-4, Wehrgasse 9, MKettenbrückengasse, tel. +43 1 585 49 00, [email protected], www.restaurant-on.at. A fascinating blend between contemporary Chinese cuisine and ultra-stylish interior, this popular restaurant in the 5th district is owned by a famed Austrian TV chef Simon Xie Hong, and it has become the “in” place for Vienna’s young professionals. The menu is dominated by fish, seafood and vegetarian dishes although traditional Chinese duck, chicken and lamb are also on offer. Excellent Austrian wine selec-tion. Try their less expensive daily menu served until 18:00. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00, Sun 12:00 - 22:30.

Ra’mien G-3, Gumpendorferstr. 9, MMuseumsquarti-er, tel. +43 1 585 47 98, [email protected], www.ramien.at. There are many restaurants that serve decent Asian cuisine, but few match Ra’miens combination of excellent dishes (try the home-made noodle soup) and reasonable prices. In the evenings, the emphasis is on Thai dishes. Ra’mien is a great place to hang out with friends, and as a local favourite, you’ll also have a chance to chat with the locals. Afterwards head downstairs for cocktails and dancing (see Clubs). QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. Closed Mon.

Saigon H-3, Getreidemarkt 7, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 585 63 95, www.saigon.co.at. This elegant Vietnamese restaurant near Karlsplatz can be a breath of fresh air after wandering through the hectic Naschmarkt or taking in the Secession museum, steps away. Saigon features a buffet as well as a list of set dishes, all served in a relaxed, green setting. QOpen 11:30 - 23:00. Closed Sun. TAG

Shanghai Tan A-3, Gumpendorferstr. 9, MMuseum-squartier, tel. +43 1 585 49 88, www.shanghaitan.at. The oriental red lamps and dark wood furniture create a unique atmosphere not found anywhere else in Vienna. Downstairs the decorative wood panels separating each table leave you feeling like you are the only one there. This, coupled with the low lighting, makes it the perfect place for a romantic dinner. With the kitchen open until 01:00, you can stop by before or after an evening out on the town. Atten-tion: probably the best sushi in town. QOpen 11:30 - 15:00; 18:00 - 02:00. Closed Sun. TAG

Soya F-3, Mariahilferstrasse 81, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 586 06 01. Although Soya calls itself Japanese, the cuisine in this hidden courtyard restaurant just off Mariahilfer-strasse can be best described as Asian fusion. In addition to sushi platters, bento boxes and noodle soups, some Chinese and Thai dishes are also served, and the reasonable prices, including occasional half-price sushi sets, explain why it’s hard to find a seat here at lunchtime. A cosy garden nicely comple-ments the small premises. QOpen 10:30 - 22:00. Closed Sun.

Vegetasia I-3, Ungargasse 57, MRochusgasse, tel. +43 1 713 83 32, www.vegetasia.at. Vegetasia has the honour of being the first vegetarian Taiwanese restaurant in Vienna, and has upheld a tradition of excellent dishes specially prepared for the herbivores amongst us. The long, thin room provides an intimate, relaxed atmosphere that is worth the trip to this part of town, which, admittedly, is off the beaten path. An added benefit is the non-smoking policy, giving you the perfect setting to dig into this delicious food. QOpen 11:30 - 15:00; 17:30 - 23:00 .

Balkan Beograd G-3, Schikanedergasse 7, MKettenbrück-engasse, tel. +43 1 587 74 44, www.restaurant-beograd.at. Beograd has been serving traditional Serbian food in this up-and-coming part of town for the past 50

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of Georgia. Walnuts, pomegranate seeds, a wide array of meats and fish and various cheeses are staples of traditional Georgian dishes, complimented, of course, by an intricate mosaic of aromatic spices and fresh herbs. Reasonable prices, live music and the staff’s dedication to warm Georgian hospitality make Madiani a well-kept secret among locals, a culinary gem hidden among the produce stalls of the Karmelitermarkt. Reservations recommended. QOpen Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:30 - 22:00, Sat 08:00 - 14:00. Closed Sun.

Hungarian Ilona Stueberl B-2, Bräunerstrasse 2, MStepha-nsplatz, tel. +43 1 533 90 29, www.ilonastueberl.at. Tucked away in a side street of f Graben, this cosy family establishment is a great reminder that Vienna was once the capital of the Austro-Hungarian empire. Maria Fodor, the owner since 1987, takes pride in serv-ing the best gulyas this side of the border, and many claim it’s better than in Budapest. Chicken paprikas is also delicious. Be sure to leave some space for heavenly somlói galuska, a layered chocolate and vanil la sponge cake with raisins, walnuts and rum. Sadly, this place remains smoky because i t is too small to comply with new non-smoking regulations. QOpen 11:30 - 23:00.

Ungar-Grill E-3, Burggasse 97, MZieglergasse, tel. +43 1 907 43 73, [email protected], www.ungar-grill.at. A family-run restaurant decked out like a countryside house on the Hungarian puszta plains. Colour-ful hand-embroidered curtains and tablecloth, beautiful wooden furniture, exceptionally friendly service, and most important, delicious food await you here. When the weather permits, enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in the garden as jolly live musicians play the eternal czardas for you. QOpen 17:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun.

International décor H-1, Obere Augartenstrasse 1, MTaborstras-se, tel. +43 1 212 38 88, [email protected], www.decor-augarten.at. Located in one of the city’s most beloved parks, décor offers you much more than just a great dining experience. décor offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the wines are phenomenal. What’s more, the service at décor is excellent, adding to its charm. It is the perfect place to go for a romantic dinner or an intimate breakfast. It is a little on the pricey side, but very worth the money. Once you’re done eating, take a walk around the park or lounge in the grass with friends.QOpen 08:00 - 23:00. PAGB

JO9 B-2, Johannesgasse 9, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 974 46 27, www.jo9.at. This up-and-coming bistro is a great find for anyone with special dietary needs or who considers him or herself an epicure. The menu changes on a daily basis, giving you a fresh excuse to go every day to devour scrumptious food from all over the world. The staff is very friendly and every Thursday arranges a themed dinner. The food is exquisite and fairly priced, and special set-price meals are offered to those on a tight budget. This is the definite spot for a quick and tasty lunch in the city centre. QOpen 08:00 - 16:00, Thu 08:00 - 24:00. Closed Sat, Sun. TVNGW

Zum Roten Elefanten G -3, Gumpendofer Str. 3, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 966 80 08, www.zumrotenelefanten.at. Smal l and unpretentious, but wi th fabulous cuisine, The Red E lephant o f fers two-course lunch meals for €7.90, as wel l as three-course a la car te dinner menus for €19.00, al l chang-ing on a weekly basis. Enjoy tasteful ly decorated and lovingly prepared vegetarian and meat dishes and water them down with a choice of Austrian or French wine. But be sure to make a reservation, especial l y for d inner. No credi t cards. QOpen 11:30 - 14:30, 18:00-24:00, Mon 11:30 - 14:30, Sat 18:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun.

Italian CapaTosta D-4, Sechshauserstr. 83, MSchönb-runn, tel. +43 1 89 21 38 78 88, www.capatosta.at. Italian pizzeria, meet urban chic and soul. From this glorious union arose CapaTosta, a pizzeria that offers a modern, relaxing atmosphere, delicious food and a full programme of soul and jazz music. Check the website for live performances of renowned soul musicians. Capa Tosta ranks high among our favourite meeting places. CapaTosta is an easy walk from Schönbrunn. QOpen 12:00 - 15:00; 19:00 - 01:00, Sat 19:00 - 02:00, Sun 19:00 - 01:00. PAG

Da Capo B-2, Schulerstr. 18, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 44 91, www.dacapo.co.at. A stone’s throw away from the cathedral, Da Capo spoils i ts guests with exquisite Italian cuisine served in a warm, inviting setting. Whether you are looking for a romantic evening or a fun family night, this restaurant will cater to your needs. Their succulent dishes such as homemade pasta or fresh seafood ensure that your palate is not left wanting. The friendly staf f will help you choose the right wine to complete your meal. We really l ike the pizzas baked in the wood-fired oven. QOpen 11:30 - 23:45. AB

Il Sestante F-2, Piaristengasse 50, MRathaus, tel. +43 1 402 98 94, www.sestante.at. This simple Italian trattoria in the middle of Vienna’s posh 8th district offers authentic thin-crusted brick-oven pizzas, yummy fresh salads and excellent pasta dishes. The place seems to be immensely popular among local families, no less so thanks to friendly staff (and we do mean it!). Be sure to make a reservation if you plan to eat after 19:00, and try the fantastic fetuccine gamberetti con zucchini. QOpen 11:30 - 23:30. N

Fleisch MeatAuflauf casseroleBraten roastBrust breastEintopf stewEnte duckFaschierter Braten meatloafGans gooseHuhn/Hendl chickenKalb calfKaninchen young rabbitPute/Truthahn turkeyReh deerRind beefRippchen/Ripperl loin ripsRouladen thinly sliced beefSchnitzel veal, pork cutletSchwein porkSteak steakStelze knuckle of porkTafelspitz prime boiled beefWild venisonWildschwein wild boarWürstel sausagesFrankfurter hot dogKäsekrainer sausage filled with cheeseDebreziner spicy sausageLamm lambLeberkäse baked ground meat

Fisch FishForelle troutHering herringKabeljau codfishLachs salmonScholle plaice

Beilagen Side dishesBohnen beansBraterdäpfel roast potatoesBrokkoli broccoliBrot breadErbsen peasErdäpfel/Kartoffeln potatoesGurke cucumberKarfiol cauliflowerKarotten carrotsKnödel dumplingsKnoblauch garlicMelanzani auberginesNudeln pastaPaprika pepperPetersilie parsleyPfeffer pepperPilze/Schwammerl mushroomsPommes Frites french friesSalz saltSauerkraut sauerkrautSchinken hamSenf mustardSpargel asparagusSpätzle egg noodlesSpeck baconSpinat spinachZucker sugarZwiebel onion

Decoding the menu

décor at Augarten © Phiilipp Kreidl

Probably in no other city would you find such mind-boggling variety of savoury cakes, cookies, chocolates, nougats, marzipans and baked goods. Few other places in the world would have locals choosing to eat a sweet dish as a main course for dinner. Pastry and confec-tions are as quintessential to Vienna as St. Stephan’s Cathedral or the waltz. Craving some sweet fix for lunch? Try a slice of the famous Apfelstrudl apple pie. What’s for dinner? How about some Kaiserschmarrn - sliced pancakes served with sugar powder, cinnamon and plum jam? Even if you don’t have a sweet tooth, you are almost certain to grow one in Vienna. And while you won’t have to walk more than a block or two before you run into another place that will tempt you to compromise on your cho-lesterol, these are the venues that you shouldn’t miss.

Gerstner K.U.K Hofzuckerbäcker Kärntner Straße 13-15, M Stephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 49 63, [email protected], www.gerstner.at. Back in 1847, Anton and Barbara Gerstner opened a pastry shop in central Vienna which was later commissioned by the Imperial Court to supply desserts for the Austrian royal family. More than a century later, the tradition of culinary excellence is still thriving. Mouthwatering cakes, dainty chocolates, attractive open sandwiches and the aroma of coffee make this historic Konditorei a desirable ad-dress for gourmands from near and far. Don’t miss their cup cakes - a New York creation that has found some followers this side of the Atlantic as well.QOpen 08:30-20:00, Sun 10:00-18:00.

K.U.K Konditorei L. Heiner Kärntner Strasse 21-23, M Stephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 68 63, www.heiner.co.at. Located on two floors in the centre of town, this classy imperial café-cum-pastry shop is a reflection of what the old Viennese café culture is all about – a nice cup of coffee with a delicious cake over a lively chat with friends. Pick a slice of traditional cake, such as Ester-hazyschnitte or Dobostorte, water it down with a cup of melange and admire a wealth of petites fours and marzipan figurines on display behind the glass counter.QOpen 08:30-19:30, Sun 10:00-19:30. Also at Wollzeile 9, M Stephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 23 43.

Kurkonditorei Oberlaa Neuer Markt 16, M Stephansplatz, tel. +43 1 513 29 36, [email protected], www.oberlaa-wien.at. Vienna’s self-proclaimed ‘sweetest address’ consists of ten Konditorei and cafés, including the famous Café Dommayer in the 13th district where Johann Strauss gave his first waltz concert in 1849. In addition to tradi-tional cakes and chocolates.QOpen 08:00-20:00. Also at Babenbergerstrasse 7, MMuseumsquartier, open 08:00-19:00, Sun 10:00-19:00.

Vienna's sweet obsession

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Mediterranean Ellas B-1, Judenplatz 9 -10, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 1 535 15 77, [email protected], www.ellas.at. From breakfast to dinner, Ellas takes care of nourishing its trendy patrons all day long. Set in an old building that seamlessly integrates a more colourful and contemporary atmosphere, the Mediterranean fusion dishes on the menu are very tasty and there’s plenty of good wines to wash them down. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun. G

Mexican Kulin F-3, Siebensterngasse 14, MVolkstheater, tel. +43 1 944 33 06, [email protected], www.kulin.at. Kulin, one of the few Mexican restaurants in town, is more than just a restaurant: it is a culinary and design adventure. The vibrant colours create an eye-catching backdrop, the perfect setting for the delicious meals served at Kulin. The food is traditional, and the Sunday brunch is an excellent option for those crav-ing the flavours of Central America. Kulin also boasts two happy hours, one from 17:00 - 19:00, and a second from 24:00 - 2:00. QOpen 16:00 - 02:00, Sun 11:00 - 02:00.

Oriental Maschu Maschu F-3, Neubaugasse 20, MNeubau-gasse, tel. +43 1 990 47 13, www.maschu-maschu.at. Falafel, hummus, techina, pita, limonana and other oriental delicacies can be enjoyed at Maschu Maschu - including the best falafel in town. With a colourful interior, soft light and friendly people it’s a family-friendly place with a big non-smoking area. Drop by on weekdays for daily lunch dishes and variations of seasonal oriental meals. QOpen 10:30 - 24:00.

Schesch Besch B-3, Schwarzenbergstrasse 4, MStadtpark, tel. +43 1 512 84 44, [email protected], www.scheschbesch.at. Excellent food and relaxing shisha is what you can expect from this comfortable Viennese venue. Schesch Besch specializes in Caucasian and Oriental food, and your mouth is sure to water from the moment you sit down and take a look at the menu. After you’re done eating, order a hookah and pack it with one of the many shisha flavours available at Schesch Besch. In summer, you can sit outside and enjoy your shisha under the sun and across from examples of typical Viennese architecture. QOpen Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun 10:00 - 24:00, Thu, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 02:00. PTB

Pakistani Wiener Deewan A-1, Liechtensteinstr. 10, MSchot-tentor, tel. +43 1 925 11 85, www.deewan.at. This is assuredly the only restaurant of its kind in Vienna. Help yourself to five various Pakistani specialities from the buf-

fet, eat as much as you like and then pay as you wish. The mango lassi is worth trying, but unlike the buffet, drinks have fixed prices. As it´s near the university, Deewan is a favourite among students. After your meal, relax in the chill-out section downstairs. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. Closed Sun.

Persian Pars F-2, Lerchenfelderstr. 148, MThaliastrasse, tel. +43 1 405 82 45, www.pars.at. Step back in time into the rich history of the Persian empire; Pars tempts you with a different menu every day in a restaurant whose decoration relies heavily on the prowess of Persian architects. The prices are fair and the food will fill your belly and delight your taste buds. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun.

Portuguese Mormat G-3, Mühlgasse 20, MKettenbrückengasse, tel. +43 699 17 65 22 20, [email protected], www.mormat.at. This modern, high-ceilinged restaurant in the Freihausviertel has a friendly Portuguese chef working in the kitchen to bring authentic Portuguese dishes to the table. The relaxed atmosphere at Mormat often has local politicians lowering their guard and whispering about sensitive topics over a glass of wine. Worth a visit for the fish soup alone. QOpen 16:00 - 01:00. Closed Sun.

Seafood Dock 5 B-3, Karlsplatz 5, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 505 38 39, [email protected], www.dock5.eu. Trust us: good seafood is a precious commodity in a country that is about as far from the sea as you can get in Europe. If you also enjoy cracking open a good lobster, imported from the US east coast, then we recommend stopping by Dock 5 to work off some of that pent-up aggression. Lobster-dock also serves excellent clams and other seafood in its decorative version of a New England house along the sea. QOpen 17:00 - 02:00.

Thai Patara B-2, Petersplatz 1, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 997 19 38, [email protected], www.patara.at. You know an expensive place when you see one, but this luxury Thai restaurant that also has branches in London, Geneva, Singapore and Bangkok seems to be among the biggest money traps in town. The modern Thai cuisine isn’t bad, but prices for everything from appetizers to side dishes to drinks are prohibitively high, and there are some additional hidden charges that make you scratch your head in disbelief when you see the bill.QOpen 12:00 - 15:00, 18:00-23:00. Closed Sun. PAG

Turkish Kent E-2, Brunnengasse 67, MJosefstädterstrasse, tel. +43 1 405 91 73, www.kentrestaurant.at. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Brunnenmarkt and stop by to refuel at this huge Turkish restaurant, complete with glassed winter terrace and outdoors summer garden. Always filled with happy families, Kent serves delicious grilled kebab platters, soups, salads and desserts. Enjoy strong hot Turkish tea or coffee after meal while chit-chatting with family and friends. Soccer fans can watch games live on the screen and join the choir of cheering fans when Galatasaray is playing. QOpen 06:00 - 02:00.

Novelli B-2, Bräunerstr. 11, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 513 42 00, www.novelli.at. If you want to escape the occasionally dreary weather, consider eating at Novelli, a Mediterranean restaurant close to the National Library. Inside, the red colours on the wall immediately instil a sense of warmth that is subsequently matched by the food. For those of us who are aspiring wine experts, Novelli has wine seminars designed to teach tasters how to use our palates to distinguish between good and bad wines, and to learn which wines best accompany certain dishes. QOpen 11:30 - 01:00. Closed Sun.

Pizza Mari H-1, Leopoldsgasse 23A, MTaborstrasse, tel. +43 676 687 49 94, [email protected], www.pizzamari.at. Located just a block from the vibrant Karmelitenmarkt in the 2nd district, this modern pizzeria spoils guests with authentic pizzas whose ingredients are flown in from Naples. Especially the traditional marinara and marguerita are out of this world. The waiters are at times a bit pretentious, but for most clients what they eat seems to matter more than who serves them. Reservations recommended. QOpen 12:00 - 14:30, 18:00-23:00, Sun 17:00 - 22:00. Closed Mon.

Schuppich I-1, Rotensterngasse 18, MTaborstrasse, tel. +43 1 212 43 40, [email protected], www.schuppich.at. Unique among Italian and Austrian establish-ments in Vienna, acclaimed owner and chef Lucia Schuppich specializes in traditional dishes from the coastal region around the port city of Trieste. Her dishes, at once elegantly complex and unpretentiously hearty, are impeccably pre-pared and expertly seasoned—many in the time-honoured regional tradition of using “the caviar of the common man”, the humble anchovy. Because she hand-selects her meats, vegetables and beverages from small local vendors, the menu changes frequently and reflects seasonal freshness and variety, complemented by quality wines and schnapps, all delivered with the warm familiarity of expert servers. Truly a culinary experience not to be missed. QOpen Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 18:00 - 24:00, Sun 12:00 - 14:00. Closed Mon.

Vapiano G-3, Theobaldgasse 19, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 581 12 12, [email protected], www.vapiano.com. Vapiano’s concept focuses on a relaxed, Mediterranean atmosphere. The food is made fresh, right in front of your eyes; once it’s on your plate, head back to your table and prepare for an excellent meal in a chilled environment. You’ll also love the herb gardens, which you can use to season your meal. QOpen 11:00 - 24:00, Sun 12:00 - 23:00.

Japanese Kuishimbo G-3, Linke Wienzeile 40, MKettenbrück-engasse, tel. +43 699 171 923 55. This tiny eatery is so veritably Japanese you would think you’ve just stepped into a real izakaya on a quiet street of Kyoto. Owned by an extremely friendly Japanese family, it serves what many believe is the most authentic Japanese fare in town - deli-cious noodle soups, sushi and sashimi sets, and savoury pancakes called okonomiyaki... all that in the space of 2x4 metres! More places like this, please.

Natsu Sushi G-3, Gumpendorfer Str. 45, MKetten-brückengasse, tel. +43 1 581 27 00, www.natsu-sushi.at. A young local crowd flocks to this tiny Japanese eatery at lunchtime to sample delicious sushi sets at half price, as well as scrumptious appetizers, traditional Japanese udon and soba noodles, fish and meat dishes, and a variety of bento boxes. Staff is very friendly and will remember you when you come back again. Take-away available. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00.

Ellas at Judenplatz

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Heuriger Maly Sandgasse 8, tel. +43 1 320 13 84, www.heurigermaly.at. Run by the same family for three generations, Heuriger Maly is located at the beginning of a string of Heurigen restaurants in the Grinzing area. Most places offer traditional Austrian food, but Maly’s sense of familial tradition, excellent food, and traditional Heurigen music make it a stand-out favourite. The owners make the wine in situ, and their traditional wine perfectly compliments their traditional culinary creations. Take bus N°38A from Heiligenstadt metro station.QOpen 16:00 - 24:00.

Heuriger Reinprecht Cobenzlgasse 22, tel. 32 01 47 10, www.heuriger-reinprecht.at. I f you want to experience a true Viennese wine cellar surrounded by the very vineyards that provide the wine you’re drinking, and if you don’t mind the relatively long trip to get out to this scenic location, then Heuriger Reinprecht should be on your list. Live music helps set the mood every day and its spacious wooden rooms, packed with pictures and trinkets, make you feel as if you have stepped back in time. Take tram N°38 from Heiligenstadt metro station. QOpen 15:30 - 24:00.

Passauerhof Cobenzlgasse 9, tel. +43 1 320 63 45, www.austria -hotels.at/de/passauerhof. Up to 500 people can be seated on the premises of the rustic Heurigen restaurant. While i t is a popular place to host events o f a l l k inds, i t is especial l y convenient for larger groups. Passauerhof Grinzing of fers a more extensive range of warm dishes than most of the other Heurigen restaurants in the area. Take bus N°38A from Hei l igenstadt metro station. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00.

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About 2% of Vienna’s sur face is used for vineyards and you can try many of these wines at Heurigen. The word refers to new wine (heuer meaning this year), and by definition a Heurigen is attached to the vineyard which produces the very wine it serves. Traditionally these places would only offer cold cuts to go with the drinks, but today most Heurigen also serve hot food. The best known taverns are located in Grinzing, a suburban village in the hills north of Vienna. The good soil along with the location and climate provide optimal conditions for vineyards – plus many thirsty clients can be found nearby too. Note that beer and coffee are not usually served at a Heurigen, it's all about the wine.

In the historical vineyards around Vienna, wild vines were already growing in primeval times, and there is evidence of early viticulture as well. Findings show that Vienna has been growing wine since 750 BCE. There are currently about 720 hectares of vineyards within the city’s borders, which make Vienna the capital of wine.

To get to Grinzing take tram D to Nussdorf from Karlsplatz or Schottentor, and then switch to the Vienna Heurigen Express.

Wiener Heurigen

Eulennest Vinothek & Weinbar G-3, Opern-gasse 30, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 890 22 72, [email protected], www.eulennest.at. The ‘Owl’s Nest’ is a small and cosy wine bar whose owners are major wine connoisseurs who love to pass their knowledge on in a variety of tongues: English, French, Italian and German. There are over 400 top Austrian wines to choose from and over 50 Edelbränden (spir-its). Up to 20 different open wines can be found on the wine list every week, and besides the wines there’s also great-value food: fine Austrian and international delicatessen, prosciutto, fine salami, ripe cheeses and pasta dishes; we recommend the home-made quiche.QOpen 12:00 - 22:00, Mon 16:00 - 22:00. Closed Sat, Sun.

Eulennest Vinothek & Weinbar

Feuerwehr Wagner Grinzingerstr. 53, tel. +43 1 320 24 42, www.feuerwehrwagner.at. Since 1683 this Heuriger has been serving homemade wines and traditional Austrian food to anyone who wanders up into the beautiful Grinzinger area in Vienna’s 19th district. The Heuriger is surrounded by vineyards. In the winter, the tiled stoves provide solace from the frigid weather. If you are interested, you can even take a tour of their wine cellar, but you’ll need to make a reservation beforehand. Take bus N°38A from Heiligenstadt metro station.QOpen 16:00 - 24:00.

Fuhrgassl Huber Neustif t am Walde 68, tel. +43 1 440 14 05, www.fuhrgassl -huber.at. This cosy Heuriger has been operating for 40 years. Built by the stage designer of the Volksoper, the interior was lovingly decorated by Ms. Huber hersel f, giving it a familial touch. The large crown hanging from the cei l ing is one-of-a-kind. I t serves typical Heuriger food, but this restaurant is smaller than most, add-ing to its intimate atmosphere. Take bus N°35A from Nussdor ferstraße metro station.QOpen 14:00 - 24:00, Sun 12:00 - 24:00.

Of all the wonderful things that Vienna has to offer, nightlife is not the least of them. There is something for everyone in this town, and we mean everyone. From trendy bars to Irish pubs, lounge clubs and underground locations, offering all kinds of nocturnal fun you might be looking for.

Bars Bettel-Alm B-3, Johannesgasse 12, MStadtpark, tel. +43 513 20 44, [email protected], www.bettel-alm.at. Though Vienna boasts several interesting places to spend the night carousing with friends, they all have something in common: they are distinctly Viennese. In contrast, the Bettelalm has a distinctly Salzburger feel to it. From the décor to the music and the drinks, the Bettelalm is reminiscent of après-ski and summer mountain locales in Salzburg. QOpen Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 21:00 - 04:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

Blue Box F-3, Richtergasse 8, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 522 70 48, www.bluebox.at. Blue Box has been around for a long time and has reached legend status in Vienna. Really, it’s much more than a bar. Artists have exhibitions, musicians film videos, and music in general has and always will play an integral part in creating the bar’s atmosphere. The ceilings are high, which helps make this a cosy, inviting environment. When the weather is nice, the garden is an excellent place to enjoy the company of friends. QOpen Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun 10:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 04:00.

Champions C-3, Parkring 12a, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 515 18 89 01, www.champions.at. Football, American football, hockey, golf, baseball, basketball… you name it, they show it on their many screens. In addition to being your one-stop shop for sports, Champions features a menu filled with typical American dishes. The prices are decent, and you will definitely get enough to eat. QOpen 07:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 07:00 - 01:00, Sun 13:00 - 24:00.

Donau G-3, Karl Schweighofer Gasse 10, MNeubau-gasse, tel. +43 1 523 81 05, www.donautechno.com. Located in a former synagogue, this bar has seen better and worse times since it appeared on the social radar in the 1980s. If you enjoy minimal techno and chill-out beats as background music, Donau is your place. It’s in a location close to the Museumsquartier, which makes it a favourite among students and young creative professionals. The prices are reasonable and the cathedral-like environment is worth a visit. QOpen 20:00 - 04:00, Fri, Sat 20:00 - 06:00, Sun 20:00 - 02:00.

Loos Bar B-2, Kärntnerstr. 10, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 32 83, www.loosbar.at. Designed by famous architect Adolf Loos in 1908, this bar’s design is definitely in accordance with one of Loos’ driving principles: cosiness. A tiny space, made to look larger than it is by the mirrors mounted along the walls above the wooden panelling, has

only a handful of tables so be prepared to share with strang-ers. The beer selection is weak and overpriced, but the cocktails are top-notch. Quentin Tarantino apparently had a blast here. QOpen 12:00 - 04:00, Thu, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 05:00.

Onyx Bar B-2, Stephansplatz 12, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 535 39 69, www.doco.com. Dress code is strictly enforced at the doors of this extravagant bar. However, the fantastic view overlooking St. Stefan’s Ca-thedral is absolutely worth dressing up for. This hotel bar, now part of the local culinary legend DO&CO, is known for its pricey but dangerously delectable cocktails. QOpen 09:00 - 02:00.

Scotch Club C-2, Parkring 10, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 512 94 17, [email protected], www.scotch-club.at. Sip on bubbly at the Scotch Club, a champagne bar-cum-disco located opposite the Stadtpark. The design, like the drink list, is classy, and smokers can indulge in a selection of cigarettes available at the bar. On weekends, the disco opens its doors to live acts, and the resident DJ makes sure that tonight is a good night. QOpen 16.00 - 04.00, Tue, Wed 16.00 - 02.00. Closed Mon, Sun.

Studio 67 F-3, Gumpendorferstr. 67, MPilgramgasse, tel. +43 1 966 71 82, www.studio67.at. This trendy new lounge and bar is the rising star of Vienna’s nightlife scene. Studio 67 is decorated almost exclusively in white, and the music makes this a great place to chill. The friendly and dedicated staff speak English and make sure you will have a great time, mingling with the fashionable crowd. In addition to an array of cocktails, Studio 67 also has a nice selection of champagne. Outside of the bar lounge area, there is a non-smoking lounge and a seperated club room, which gets busier once the evening advances. Q Open Thu - Sat 20:00 - 04:00.

Café bars Café Europa F-3, Zollergasse 8, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 526 33 83, www.europa-lager.at. I f you need a chill environment to relax before you really begin your night, then you need to go this hip, modern café. Upbeat yet relaxed music adds to the café’s ambience and the young clientele will help point you in the right direction when you are ready to move on. Occasionally, the café hosts parties in the back half of the property, making your transition to the party scene that much easier. QOpen 09:00 - 05:00.

Café Leopold G-3, Museumsplatz 1, MVolkstheater, tel. +43 1 523 67 32, www.cafe-leopold.at. Located in the same building as the Leopold Museum, this trendy café is the perfect break while visiting the Museumsquartier. The large windows, round chandeliers and the oak-trimmed bar create a classy look with a warm atmosphere. From Thursday to Saturday the café transforms at night, with DJs cranking out funky electronic beats. QOpen 10:00 - 02:00, Thu, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 04:00.

Caffe Latte F-3, Neubaugasse 39, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 523 55 09, www.caffelatte.at. This is practi-cally a second home to many young professionals of Vienna s 7th district’s creative industry cluster. Young designers, models or film directors leave their offices in the area and bring their work or meetings to this café. We recommend the impressive weekend brunches, which often include beef tartar, hot chocolate and champagne. In the summer, Latte is best enjoyed from its 18th-century courtyard with palm trees. QOpen 07:00 - 01:00.

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Rochus I-3, Landstrasse Hauptstr. 55-57, MRochus-gasse, tel. +43 1 71 01 06 06, www.rochus.at. This hip café in the third district is a nice alternative to the classic Viennese coffeehouse. The pipes running along the ceil-ing are a bit of an eyesore, but the food is great and the atmosphere is very inviting. This is a wonderful place to sit outside on a summer morning and enjoy brunch. QOpen 08:00 - 02:00.

WerkzeugH G-4, Schönbrunnerstr. 61, MPilgram-gasse, tel. +43 1 720 73 52 62, www.werkzeugh.at. This special place came to be thanks to an architecture project for students at the university who wanted to do more than just make a theoretical plan. Now, it is a chill place for those who need a quiet space to study, work or read in a smoke-free environment. Every Sunday, WerkzeugH has a delicious breakfast buffet, with the option of ordering a smaller, more typical breakfast. WerkzeugH also features interesting art exhibits and events that focus on various topics. QOpen 16:00 - 01:00.

Clubs Flex B-1, Augartenbrücke 1, MSchottenring, tel. +43 1 533 75 25, www.flex.at. For more then 15 years this club has been famous for underground parties in Vienna. With one of Europe’s best sound systems, every event is unforgettable. About two years ago Flex started to change its image from very alternative to a bit more hip. But no matter who you are and how you are dressed - this club is definitely a place to dance a night away. QOpen 18:00 - 04:00.

Fluc I-1, Praterstern 5, MPraterstern, www.fluc.at. Fluc is a great venue because it caters to every music taste imaginable. The programme is replete with everything from hip-hop and dance to rock, blues and progressive club. What’s more, there is both an upstairs and a downstairs venue with different musical moods, so that even on a single night you can enjoy a variety of music styles. The drinks are decently priced and the nearby Prater park makes for a fun walk when your ears need a break from the beats. QOpen 22:00 - 05:00.

lutz-der club G-3, Mariahilferstrasse 3, MMuseum-squartier, tel. +43 664 803 054 05, [email protected], www.lutz-club.at. With its state of the art sound system and world class DJs, lutz has become one of the premier club venues in Vienna. The cocktails are precious, the décor is fantastic, and the beats will keep you dancing till the sun comes up. Every Tuesday is Tipsy Tuesday, and Saturday is Crazy Saturday at lutz; you can get crazy drink specials, tear up the dance floor, enjoy the lighting designs and visuals, and flirt all night long with other hotties. QOpen 21:30 - 04:00.

ost klub B-3, Schwarzenbergplatz 10, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 505 62 28, www.ost-klub.at. Vienna’s status as a gateway between east and west is reflected in the music choice of the ost (east) klub. No techno here - the cool cats jump around to arousing Balkan Beats, Gypsy-Swing, Klezmer-Punk, Speed-Folk and Turbo-Polka here. The passion and vitality of the music simply makes you want to dance, and the club’s live concerts, DJs, film screenings and food after midnight will keep you hooked.

Passage A-3, Burgring 1, MMuseumsquartier, tel. +43 1 961 88 00, www.club-passage.at. Passage is definitely more on the upscale side of things: if you aren’t dressed well, don’t even think about going downstairs to mingle with the crowd. The DJs are world class and you’ll

sweat on the dance floor to their funky house beats, but the ceilings are low by Vienna standards, and tend to make you feel a bit closed in. Still, if you want to enjoy Vienna’s high society, book it to Passage. QOpen 22:00 - 04:00.

Pratersauna Waldsteingartenstrasse 135, MMesse Prater, tel. +43 699 81 99 37 51, [email protected], www.pratersauna.tv. Party with locals who know how to have a great time. Built in the 1960s, the building retains its original charm, while inside the modern décor is the backdrop for awesome dance beats and plenty of space to dance. Perhaps one of the most interesting features is the sink in the middle of one of the dance rooms, so you don’t even have to wait at the bar for a cold glass of water. Q Open Thu-Sat 23:00-06:00.

Ra’mien G-3, Gumpendorferstr. 9, MMuseumsquart-ier, tel. +43 1 585 47 98, www.ramien.at. Ra'mien is a great two-in-one venue: upstairs, you can dig into delicious Asian dishes (see Restaurants) before heading downstairs to the lounge to enjoy a cocktail and hit the dance floor. On weekends Ra’mien parties are often legendary. While it can get pretty hot in this basement club, you will at no time be the only one on the dancefloor. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00. Closed Mon.

Sass Club B-3, Karlsplatz 1, MKarlsplatz, www.sassvienna.com. Sass Club often features concerts and club nights in a downstairs venue that is somewhere between Flex and Loos Bar in terms of design. Sass always has a good mix of people and a well run bar with dedicated bar keepers. It really comes in to save the day when you are looking for an afterhours party to keep dancing in the wee hours of the morning. If all the other places are kicking you out and you still don’t want to go to bed, this is the place to go.

Jazz clubs Porgy & Bess B-2, Riemergasse 11, MStephans-platz, tel. +43 1 503 70 09, www.porgy.at. Easily the best location for jazz in Vienna, Porgy & Bess has been a popular place among muscians and fans alike since the early 90s. Accordingly, it is usually one of the more expensive jazz venues, but the concerts are worth every cent. Porgy & Bess has an intense schedule and musicians from all over the world play just about every night of the year, so no matter when you come, you’ll be able to get a taste of great jazz. QOpen 20:00 - 02:00.

Karaoke bars Lemmon C-2, Wolfengasse 1, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 699 11 96 15 72, www.lemmon.at. Tucked into a tiny corner near the Fleischmarkt, this is the only karaoke locale in the first district. Wireless microphones and moni-tors throughout the bar make first-timers feel at ease, while seasoned performers can really get the crowd going. And don’t be afraid to really wail - the bar is completely sound-proofed. QOpen 18:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 18:00 - 04:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

Sing Your Song A-3, Eschenbachgasse 5, MMuse-umsquartier, tel. +43 1 585 32 33, www.singyour-song.at. The small stage of this basement bar is where Vienna’s hardcore karaoke fans come to strut their stuff. With beer on tap, specials on shots throughout the night, and outgoing (not to mention talented) DJs, Sing Your Song draws a colourful crowd of characters just about every night. QOpen 20:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 20:00 - 04:00. Closed Sun.

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Calling Vienna the San Francisco of Central Europe would be somewhat of an exaggeration. Neither would a comparison to Amsterdam, Barcelona or Berlin hold up, for that matter. Yet, although gay life in Vienna is quite low-key, things do happen, and for the most part, a “live and let live” attitude seems to prevail among the locals. The city hosts an annual GLBT Pride Parade on the Ringstrasse, as well as a high-profile international HIV/AIDS charity event known as the Life Ball. As for the gay venues, most are clustered around Naschmarkt in the 4th, 5th and 6th districts, but there are a few others scattered around the city. Austrians aren’t usually keen on starting conversation with strangers, so don’t be shy unless you want to spend the evening by yourself.

Café Berg A-1, Berggasse 8, MSchottentor, tel. +43 1 319 57 20, www.cafe-berg.at. Café Berg has been catering to the gay, lesbian and transgender community for the past 17 years in the same street that Sigmund Freud once lived and worked. The café offers breakfast well into the afternoon, and the menu changes from week to week. Several events are held here, from fashion shows to lively parties, and if you want, you can rent out the space to have your own bash. QOpen 10:00 - 01:00.

Café Savoy G-3, Linke Wienzeile 36, MKetten-brückengasse, tel. +43 01 586 73 48, www.savoy.at. Even in the most classical setting with huge mirrors, an impressive antique chandelier and the soaring fresco ceiling, there’s some truth to the saying Wien ist anders - Vienna is different. What was once a traditional coffee house is now a popular hangout for local gay and lesbian community. Café Savoy is mostly frequented by mature thirty-something men, but their female friends love to join them here as well. QOpen 08:00 - 02:00.

Felixx A-3, Gumpendorfer Str. 5, MMuseumsquart-ier, tel. +43 65 03 90 03 00, www.why-not.at. An institution in Vienna’s gay scene since it was renovated in 2004, Felixx attracts a young and hip crowd with its funky cocktails, fresh beats and occasional events like karaoke and drag shows. The huge crystal chandelier in the middle of the bar reminds of the old Viennese glass-making tradition, but otherwise the interior is quite modern. QOpen 08:00 - 03:00.

Village Bar G-3, Stiegengasse 8, MKettenbrück-engasse, tel. +43 1 67 63 84 89 77, www.village-bar.at. Village Bar is mostly frequented by gay men, although the occasional female can be seen amongst the crowd. The clientele tends to be more on the trendy side, which is in keeping with the design of the bar. However, it is a nice mix of younger and older guys, so no matter what your taste, you will find Village Bar to your liking. QOpen 20:00 - 03:00.

Why Not? B-1, Tiefer Graben 22, MSchottentor, tel. +43 1 925 30 24, [email protected], www.why-not.at. The queue outside the club is proof that this is the main place to be for young gay men in Vienna. The two floors at Why Not? are full of beautful men, with pop dance music and techno beats on the dance floor. Prepare to dance all night or have a drink with a stranger at one of the tables upstairs. QOpen 21:00 - 06:00. Closed Sun.

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Pubs 1516 B-3, Krugerstr. 18, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 961 15 16, www.1516brewingcompany.com. This is Vienna’s best-known micro-brewery, attracting beer lovers from all over. Mostly brewing ales and beers from malted barley, 1516 also uses malted wheat, rye and rice when the recipe calls for it, and their beers rank among the best-tasting local brews. It’s a great place for a hamburger and there’s always a great atmosphere to watch a football game. Reservations, though not always necessary, are recommended for larger parties and for big sports events. QOpen Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 10:00 - 02:00, Fri 10:00 - 03:00, Sat 11:00 - 03:00, Sun 11:00 - 02:00.

Billy’s Bones G-1, Schlickplatz 4, MSchottentor, tel. +43 1 310 97 80, www.billysbones.com. The self-proclaimed “finest Irish pub in Vienna” is a great place to head with your mates for a pint of beer and excellent Irish, American and other international dishes. Sports fans drop by to watch football matches and American football games live on the big screen. Every Thursday, Billy’s Bones hosts the obligatory pub quiz. QOpen 17:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat 17:00 - 02:00.

Charlie P’s Irish Pub A-1, Währinger Str. 3, MSchot-tentor, tel. +43 1 409 79 23, www.charlieps-irishpub.at. Charlie P’s is the most prominent Irish pub in Vienna. One of its staples is a weekly pub quiz that draws a fun-loving crowd intent on winning the huge jackpot, which is currently close to €3,000. If you are in the mood to sing, consider the Rock ‘n Roll Karaoke nights, where DJ Pot, will take your song requests so you can rock the venue like a rock star. The staff is friendly and the food menu is more than what one typically expects in an Irish pub. Sports fans will be pleased to know that all important games (and many not so important ones) are screened here. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00.

Flanagans B-3, Schwarzenbergstr. 1-3, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 513 73 78, www.flanagans.at. This original Irish pub’s interior is strictly imported from Ireland, where an old pub in Dublin was closed down and shipped to Vienna. Its central location and colourful clientele make it a fun place to meet up for drinks or to watch sports. Avid readers will find Flanigan’s small library a great resource where you can exchange books for free. QOpen 10:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 10:00 - 04:00.

Johnny’s Pub G-3, Schleifmühlgasse 11, MKetten-brückengasse, tel. +43 1 587 19 21, www.johnnys-pub.at. Johnny’s Pub is truly famous for its party atmosphere. The pub is a bit on the small side and does not have very much room to sit, making for an interaction-friendly environment. You will not leave without making any new friends. Tuesday night is Johnny’s fun and challenging pub quiz - get there early to claim a seat. Johnny claims to serve the best burgers in town, and we believe he could be right. QOpen 18:00 - 04:00, Mon, Sun 18:00 - 02:00.

Shebeen F-2, Lerchenfelderstr. 45, MVolkstheater, tel. +43 1 524 79 00, www.shebeen.at. A well-estab-lished Irish pub in Vienna, Shebeen offers typical Irish and British food and the usual weekly pub quiz. What sets it apart is its live music every Friday and its popular open mic every Sunday, where you can belt out a song. While you can expect most big international football games to be beamed on screens, don´t rely on getting a free table without a res-ervation. Do not forget to order their crispy homemade fries with your beer. QOpen 17:00 - 02:00, Sat 13:00 - 04:00, Sun 10:00 - 02:00.

Technisches Museum (Technical Museum) D-4, Mariahilferstrasse 212, tel. +43 1 89 99 80, [email protected], www.tmw.at.

Attention technology geeks: this is your playground! You can use all of your senses and imagination to experience the stages of scientific and technological progress from its inception to the latest cutting-edge achievements.

Permanent and special exhibits feature the development of heavy industry, energy production, transportation, communication, musical instruments, computers and a lot more. Special programs for children offer interactive learn-ing, holiday games, and even birthday parties with friends. Trams N°52 or 58 from Westbahnhof. Also Technisches Museum Wien is just a 5 min walk from Schloss Schönb-runn Christmas market.QOpen 09:00 - 18:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 18:00. Admission €8,50, children under 19 free.

Technisches Museum WienBehind the façade of Vienna’s imperial opulence, you might wonder if there is any space left for simple down-to-earth family fun in this city. Thankfully, Vienna’s once notorious coldness to children is now definitely a thing of the past, and opportunities abound for year-round outdoor entertainment, festivals, concerts, street fairs, as well as museums, theatres and other creative activities where both kids and their parents can feel comfortable and welcome. You can explore the fascinating blend of gadgets and robots at the Technical Museum (Technisches Museum Wien), challenge your kids’ imagination at the interactive scientific exhibit of the Zoom Children’s Museum (Zoom Kindermuseum), visit the world’s oldest zoo in Schönbrunn, or splurge into winter wonderland at the famous Rathausplatz skating-rink. There is ample choice of things to do for the whole family this fall.

Cup Cakes F-2, Josefstädterstr. 17, MRathaus, tel. +43 1 726 10 89, www.cupcakes-wien.at. Recently renovated and reopened, this charming bakery offers an impressive range of meticulously crafted cupcakes (both sweet and savoury), as well as cookies, cakes and hot bever-ages. The working kitchen that opens into the shop allows the friendly staff to interact with inquisitive customers and conduct workshops, so young and old alike can learn first hand how to make their own sweet treats. Workshop schedules, as well as exhaustive lists of the gourmet cupcake varieties on offer, are posted on their website. Courses are popular and fill up fast, so try to book well in advance; but if you’re not able to get a spot, just give them a call—they’re very accommodating to groups. QOpen 10:00 - 19:30, Sat 10:00 - 15:00. Closed Sun.

Haus des Meeres (Aqua Terra Zoo) F-3, Fritz-Grünbaumplatz 1, MNeubaugasse, tel. +43 1 587 14 17, www.haus-des-meeres.at. Featuring more than 10,000 animals, Vienna’s Aqua Terra Zoo occupies one of six massive concrete flak gun towers built by the Nazis shortly before the end of WWII. The huge space is divided between terrariums, aquariums and aviaries. Highlights include the feeding of the sharks and piranhas (Sun & Wed at 15:00) as well as other animals (posted online). Thrillseekers may find a trip up the rock climbing wall on the outside of the flak tower a fun jaunt before viewing the weekly shark dive (Thu 18:00).QOpen 09:00 - 18:00, Thu 09:00 - 21:00. Admission €12,50/5,90.

Tiergarten Schönbrunn Schloßpark Schönbrunn, MHietzing, tel. +43 1 87 79 29 40, www.zoovienna.at. The oldest zoo in the world, Vienna’s Tiergarten Schönbrunn features modern exhibits of more than 500 animal spe-cies—some of them endangered—housed in the historical complexes of the former summer palace of the Habsburg imperial family. A packed schedule of animal feedings draws crowds daily; the cheetahs (fed Mon, Wed & Sun at 15:00) are a definite crowd-pleaser. Of course, no visit to this zoo would be complete without seeing Yang Yang and her new baby - the giant panda gave birth in August 2010 to her second cub con-ceived in captivity.QOpen 09:00 - 16:30. Admission €14/5.

ZOOM KindermuseumThe ZOOM is Austria’s only museum dedicated to children up to 14 years old. The exposition is divided into four areas – main exhibit, ocean, studio and animated film centre – and is designed to make cultural and scientific information as comprehensible to kids as possible. The focus is on games and play, as well as on sensory cognitive process. Kids are encouraged to ask questions and make things of their own. Teenagers can create animated films or even record their own pop songs. An ideal place for families to spend a stimulating afternoon.Museumsplatz 1, M Museumsquartier, tel. +43 1 524 79 08, [email protected], www.kindermuseum.at. Open 08:00-16:00, Sat, Sun closed. Exhibition admission free.

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Austria” in 2001 and is constantly on the shortlist for the most innovative beers featured in every single

edition of Conrad Seidl’s Bierguide. Some of these beers are on tap regularly including our version of the Hop Devil, America’s award-winning Imperial India Pale Ale. In our large bar, in the upstairs restaurant and in our new beer garden seating 120 on the patio you can sample an unparalleled variety of beer

styles plus fine examples of American, Asian and of Course Viennese food. Enjoy the

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The first district, surrounded by the majestic imperial build-ings along the Ringstrasse, is Vienna’s historical centre. Many of the important sights, such as the impressive St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the gigantic Hofburg, Vienna’s town hall, and many of the main museums are located here, all within walking distance. But a lot of essential Vienna lies beyond it. Outlying sights, such as Schloß Schönbrunn, or the funfair and parks of the Prater are musts for every visi-tor. Using public transport to get to these places is easy.

Main sights Belvedere C-4, Prinz-Eugen-Str. 27, tel. +43 1 79 55 70, www.belvedere.at. Named for the Italian phrase for “beautiful view”, the Belvedere palace complex was originally conceived as a summer country estate for Prince Eugene of Savoy, one of the most celebrated military heroes in European history. His impressive collection of artwork is dis-played here, along with more recent additions from the royal Habsburg holdings. The Upper Belvedere’s major attraction is undoubtedly Gustav Klimt’s famous painting The Kiss, which can also be seen on countless scarves, mugs, posters and other trinkets sold by surrounding shops and street vendors. While most visitors skip the Lower Belvedere, its collection of curiously troubling Messerschmidt heads make the extra few euros for a combination ticket well worthwhile. To get here, take tram D to the Schloss Belvedere stop. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Wed 10:00 - 21:00. Admission €3.50-14. Guides/audioguides €4/3.

Hofburg A-2, Heldenplatz, MVolkstheater, tel. +43 1 587 36 66, www.hofburg.wien.info. Home to the Habsburg monarchy for more than six centuries, the ten major buildings comprising the Hofburg complex represent the splendour and influence of what was once the mightiest empire in Europe. While this has been the site of countless decisive historical events, the sweeping arcaded façade of the Neue Burg earned worldwide notoriety in April of 1938, when Adolf Hitler spoke to a crowd of 200,000 people from its central balcony. Nearly every Austrian monarch has left his (or her) fingerprint on the layout of this palace, resulting in a stylistic mishmash and a wide array of museums. Maps in several languages are posted in the courtyards throughout the complex, but here are the highlights: the Schatzkammer (Imperial Treasury) houses the crown jewels, as well as the nail supposed to have pierced Christ’s right hand and the so-called Spear of Destiny. If you’re into impressive baroque interiors, the reading room of the Nationalbibliothek (National Library) is a highlight. For those with a fascination for sordid dynastic family histories, a ticket to the Kaiserappartements (Emperor’s Apartments) includes the Silberkammer (Silver Vault) and Sisimuseum (Sisi Museum), lending an intimate insight into the private lives of Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife, Elizabeth of Bavaria (better known locally as Sisi). The dancing white Lippizaner horses of the Spanische Hofre-itschule (Spanish Riding School) perform here, as well as the boy sopranos and altos of the Wiener Sängerknaben (Vienna Boys’ Choir). But even if you don’t have time for a museum trip, a stroll through the Hofburg complex is a definite must. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00. Admission packages €2,50-22,50.

Hundertwasser-Krawinahaus I-2, Kegelgasse 37-39, M1 tram Hetzgasse, tel. +43 1 710 41 16, www.hundertwasserhaus.info. This vibrant and fanciful public housing complex, now an iconic landmark of the work of Austria’s own architectural iconoclast, Friedensreich Hun-dertwasser, regularly tops lists of visitors’ favourite sights in Vienna. As you can probably tell by the Gaudi-esque shapes and colourful palate, Hundertwasser embraced a playful, environmentally-focused artistic philosophy. He proclaimed

that straight lines were “godless and immoral,” that every building should have as many trees as tenants, that rolling, uneven floors were “a divine melody to the feet,” and that access to a window was a basic human right. While entering the building is not permitted (it is a private residence for 52 families and 250 trees and shrubs), the Kunsthaus Wien, located just down Untere Weißgerberstraße, features a small museum and café dedicated to this controversial figure.

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The Belvedere is one of the most striking and significant museums in the world and an absolute must-see for the visitor to Vienna. When the Imperial Collection was opened in the year 1781, the Upper Belvedere became one of the first museums in the world to be accessible to the public. The Upper Belvedere – constructed between 1717 and 1723 – is positioned on a hill and affords a captivating view of Vienna. The name Belvedere – ‘beautiful view’ – goes back to the times of Empress Maria Theresia in whose possession the ensemble of palace and grounds fell shortly after the death of Prince Eugene. Since the wellknown urban landscape painter or vedutista Bernardo Bellotto immortalised the view in his 18th century panorama,it became known as the famous ‘Belvedere view’.

The Belvedere owns the world’s largest collection of paintings by Gustav Klimt, including the famed Art Nou-veau icons, The Kiss and Judith I.

Exhibitionhighlight: GUSTAV KLIMT/ JOSEF HOFFMANNLower Belvedere25 October 2011 to 4 March 2012Further information can be found at www.belvedere.at

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Riesenrad I-1, Riesenradplatz 1, MPraterstern, tel. +43 1 729 54 30, [email protected], www.wienerriesenrad.com. The most recognizable attraction of the Wurstelprater is undoubtedly the iconic Riesenrad, or Ferris wheel at the park’s entrance. Erected in 1897 to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Emperor Franz Joseph, it ranks among the world’s oldest and largest Ferris wheels, reaching a height of 64.75 meters. The Riesenrad gained international fame through the 1949 classic film, The Third Man when one of the cabins was the scene of a pivotal argu-ment between Orson Welles and Joseph Cotton. A visit to Vienna can hardly be complete without a ride on this historic giant and the breathtaking views from the top. QOpen 10:00 - 22:00. Tickets €8,50/3,50.

Schloss Schönbrunn D-4, Schönbrunner Schlossstr. 47, MSchönbrunn, tel. +43 1 811 132 39, www.schoenbrunn.at. This magnificent summer palace of the Habsburg royalty truly embodies the opulence of the Baroque era, from its topiary maze and minutely manicured gardens to the ornately detailed interiors. Several tour packages offer access to the highlights of its 1,441 rooms, which have witnessed imperial births and deaths, the sign-ings of treaties, legendary performances, and a veritable who’s who of European history. A visit to Schönbrunn isn’t complete without a walk around the park grounds. The Tiergarten is the oldest continuously running zoo in the world, and while modest in scale, it boasts a comprehensive feeding schedule and well-designed enclosures. If you’re the more intrepid sort, definitely opt for a hike up the hill to the ornamental Gloriette, where you can refuel with Kaffee and a Kipferl, just like Empress Maria Theresa did more than 250 years ago.QPalace open 08:30-16:30; Park open 06:00-17:30. Admission packages €6,50-39. Park: admission free.

Spanische Hofreitschule (Spanish Riding School) A-2, Michaelerplatz 1, MHerrengasse, tel. +43 1 533 90 31, www.srs.at. The oldest riding academy in the world, this fixture in Habsburg imperial history has perpetuated the High School of Classical Horsemanship wi th thei r famous whi te L ippizaner horses for more than 430 years. Per formances can be pricey and sell out quickly, so attending a morning exercise (daily Tuesday through Saturday, 09:00-12:00) can be a good alternative, although the showier dres-sage elements are usually left out. Q Visitor centre open Tue-Sun 09:00-16:00, Fri when there is a per-formance 09:00-19:00. Visitor Centre admission free; show tickets €12-116.

Stephansdom B-2, Stephansplatz, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 513 76 48, www.stephanskirche.at. Even if you’re in European church overload, this is one cathedral you don’t want to skip. This location has functioned as the religious, cultural and geographic centre of Vienna for more than eight centuries, a history which can practically be traced through the basilica’s mish-mash of architectural styles. If you can believe it, there are even more legends surrounding this landmark than there are tourists, so taking a tour is strongly recommended, especially later in the day once the guided tour groups have passed through. QOpen 06:00 - 22:00. Nave closed during services. Admission free. Tours €1,50-14,50.

The…ahem…Under Side of Court Life: “Intimate Witnesses” Exhibition at the HofmobiliendepotAccording to the German saying, there’s one room in the house to which even the Emperor goes on foot. With its special “Intimate Witnesses” exhibition, the Hofmobiliendepot (Imperial Furniture Collection) explores one particular aspect of court life often left unaddressed in history class: exactly how the royals dealt with bodily functions and hygiene. From pre-plumbing bathing and bathroom procedures to elaborate personal grooming routines, this fascinating collection presents court life in gritty detail. Among the many curiosities is a 17th-century “bourdaloue,” a chamber pot specifically designed for women attending the (one would assume, very lengthy) sermons of Jesuit priest Louis Bourdaloue. Remembering personalities among the Habsburgs just got a whole lot more personal.

Hofmobiliendepot A n d r e a s g a s s e 7, MZieglergasse, tel. +43 1 524 33 57 www.hof mobi l iendepot .at. QOpen Tues-Sun, 10:00-18:00. Admission €7,90/€5,50.

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Museums Quartier G-3, Museumsplatz 1, MMu-seumsquartier, tel. +43 1 523 58 81, www.mqw.at. Formerly the imperial court stables, the Museum Quarter complex now functions as a lively meeting point for young artists, musicians and students. The ten museums and venues housed here focus on fostering the creation of art as well as its appreciation, so exhibitions, performances and workshops in a range of disciplines (as well as free wireless internet) are offered to the public year-round. In warm weather, the central courtyard features a pétanque field, mini-racecar track, outdoor bars and restaurants, and distinctive brightly coloured outdoor couch-like Enzis, so you can grab a cold beer and get to know the locals. If you’re planning on downing a few, however, make sure you’ve got an extra €0,50 in your pocket—the public toilets, located in the main entryway, just started charging. QOpen 00:00 - 24:00. Admission free to the courtyard.

The Sigmund Freud MuseumSince 1971, the Sigmund Freud Museum has been welcoming visitors at Berggasse 19 in Vienna’s ninth district. Here is where Sigmund Freud lived and worked for 47 years until he was driven into exile in 1938. In the meantime, Berggasse 19 has become one of the world’s most famous addresses: it is where the founder of psychoanalysis produced almost all of his writings. Pioneering works such as “The Interpretation of Dreams” and “Totem and Taboo” were written in the study. Today these rooms in the typical late-nineteenth century house are open to the public, and they attract 60,000 – 80,000 visitors per year.

Exhibition on the Development of PsychoanalysisIn Sigmund Freud’s former office and private apartment, the Sigmund Freud Museum presents an exhibition documenting the life and work of the founder of psychoanalysis. Unique film material depicting the Freud family in the thirties can be seen in a video room, while original objects from Freud’s belongings, including his office’s waiting room and parts of his extensive collection of antiquities, make tangible the surroundings in which his patients were analyzed and a new science was born.

Art Collection and Temporary ExhibitionsA collection of contemporary art demonstrates the influence of psychoanalysis on artistic creation and everyday live in the modern era. Special exhibitions illustrate the origins of psychoanalysis, its historical context and the history of its reception.

Remains of Memory, Disturbances in ReadingFrom the Sigmund Freud Museum CollectionThe presentation “Remains of Memory, Disturbances in Reading – From the Sigmund Freud Museum Collection” takes visitors into the archive and the library of the Sigmund Freud Museum. Pictures, writings and objects, which until now have been stored away out of sight, are on display for the first time, providing an overview of collecting activity at the institution housed in the rooms where Sigmund Freud lived and worked.“Remains of Memory, Disturbances in Reading” serves to provide visitors with a view into the museum’s “back stage”. Additionally, it also poses fundamental questions regarding the archivability of knowledge and the Freudian perspective on collecting, reading, and documenting. On the one hand, Freud had little faith in archives: in his psychoanalytic theory they are frequently described as sites of censorship. On the other hand, his work made him an object of public interest, and thus Freud himself became an object to be collected.First editions and corrected manuscripts from Sigmund Freud are shown alongside works from psychoanalysts such as Richard Sterba, whose emigration to the USA forced him to discontinue work on his Dictionary of Psychoanalysis. Many private photos and writings from Anna Freud, who also lived at Berggasse 19 and conducted analyses there, are on view as well.

The LIECHTENSTEIN MUSEUMA world of Baroque pleasuresReopened as a museum in 2004, the Liechtenstein

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In addition to the summer palace in the Rossau quarter, the Liechtenstein family

possesses the city palace on Bankgasse which will be opened as the second venue of

the LIECHTENSTEIN MUSEUM in Spring 2013.

LIECHTENSTEIN MUSEUMFürstengasse 1, 1090 Vienna, Austria

Tel +43 (1) 319 57 67–252

[email protected], www.liechtensteinmuseum.at

Friday to Tuesday 10 am – 5 pm, closed Wed/Thu; pre-booked groups daily

We would be happy to assist you with reservations or provide more information. Sigmund Freud Museum, 1090 Vienna - Austria, Berggasse 19

Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. / July – September: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Guided tours by appointment

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than 65 lifelike wax figures of stars, politicians, celebrities and musicians from around the world. In addition to the typical favourites, the collection will also include many uniquely Austrian figures. Among others, Falco, Mozart, Schwarzenegger, Freud and Einstein will be ready and infinitely patient for pictures with fans.QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Admission €18,50/14,50. Find €3.50 discount voucher on p.21.

MUMOK (Museum of Modern Art) G-3, Museums-platz 1, MMuseumsquartier, tel. +43 1 525 00, www.mumok.at. The MUMOK is Austria’s leading museum for modern and contemporary art. Since it was founded, it has been dedicated to contemporary art and the culture of the time. This museum stands for cosmopolitanism, progress, and artistic diversity at the highest qualitative levels. Occu-pying an impressive black basalt block, the museum hosts an exceptional collection that has given it a standing that extends far beyond Vienna’s borders. While MUMOK’s col-lection forms the basis of the exhibition programme, they put on four exhibitions per year in collaboration with international partners. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 21:00. Admis-sion €9, Artticket valid.

Museum für Angewandte Kunst (MAK) C-2, Stubenring 5, MStubentor, tel. +43 1 712 80 00, www.mak.at. Better known as the MAK, this museum is dedicated to artistic functionality - from teapots and texti les to furniture and l ight fixtures. Because the museum doubles as a university, exhibitions rotate often, displays are fresh and unique, the voluminous reading room is open to perusal free of charge, and guided tours and events are frequent and varied. Every Tuesday is MAK NITE, when the museum becomes a showcase for the latest projects of young artists

—a perfect opportunity to grab a fancy cocktail in the stunning Österreicher bar on the museum’s ground floor and chitchat with the artists into the wee hours. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Tue 10:00 - 24:00. Closed Mon. Admission €9,90/5,50, Sat free.

Schatzkammer (Imperial Treasury) A-2, Hofburg, MVolkstheater, tel. +43 1 525 24-0, www.wiener-schatzkammer.at. Tucked into the Hofburg’s oldest inner courtyard, the Habsburg Imperial Treasury contains a fasci-nating array of many of the empire’s most valuable artefacts. In addition to the royal treasure, many ornate reliquaries and monstrances, intricately embroidered vestments, the nail that was supposedly hammered through Christ’s right hand, and a piece of the true cross, the collection boasts posses-sion of the enigmatic “Spear of Destiny.” Long believed to be the same spear thrust into Christ’s side, it has been credited with granting world domination to its long list of powerful owners - among others, Barbarossa, Constantine the Great, Charlemagne and even Hitler. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Tue. Admission €12/9.

Sigmund Freud Museum G-1, Berggasse 19, MSchottentor, tel. +43 1 319 15 96, www.freud-museum.at. Located in the former practice and private apartment of the renowned father of psychoanalysis, this museum features both the historical perspective on Freud’s work and its application to modern and conceptual art. Europe’s largest library dedicated to psychoanalysis is also available for your perusal, so if you’re a true Freud devotee, you’ll be in hog heaven. Besides seeing Freud’s iconic couch you will find a lot of other interesting items il lustrating Freud´s li fe at this small but informative museum. Q June 9:00-17:00, July-Sept. 9:00-18:00 Admission €7,50/4,50.

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Spanish and Italian works (Titian, Raphael, Caravaggio, Tintoretto and Velásquez, to name a few). Egyptian, near East, Roman and Greek antiquities, as well as more modern Austrian pieces from the 17th and 18th centuries make up the ground floor. The audio guide lends worthwhile insights, and if you’re sceptical about the expense, you can preview it online for free. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 21:00. Closed Mon. Admission €12/9, audioguides €3.

Leopold Museum G-3, Museumsplatz 1, MMu-seumsquartier, tel. +43 1 52 57 00, www.leopold-museum.org. Inside the Museum Quarter complex, the sleek white Leopold Museum boasts the world’s largest collection of work by expressionist Egon Schiele, as well as important pieces by Gustav Klimt, Oskar Kokoschka and other major Austrian artists from the 19th and 20th centuries. The architecture of the Leopold Museum, a light-filled cube of white shell limestone, stands in striking contrast to the historic ambience of the Imperial Stables.Tip: The museum’s panorama windows offer a wonderful view of central Vienna and the Hofburg Palace. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 21:00. Closed Tue. Admission €11/7. Audioguide €3.

Liechtenstein Museum G-1, Fürstengasse 1, MFriedensbrücke, tel. +43 1 31 95 76 72 52, [email protected], www.liechtensteinmuseum.at. The Liechtenstein Museum and the Princely Collections occupy a position of national and international importance. Just a stroll through the castle’s romantic park makes up for the tram ride to get here. The wide variety of artworks of this unique family collection comprises paintings, sculpture, furniture, porcelain and tapestries - all wonderfully combined with the unique architectural setting of the Liechtenstein summer palace. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Wed, Thu. Admission €4-10.

Madame Tussaud’s I-1, Riesenradplatz, MPrater-stern, tel. +43 1 890 33 66, www.madametussauds.com/Wien. Scheduled to open on April 1st, this newest branch of the world famous wax museum will feature more

Museums Albertina B-3, Albertinaplatz 1, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 53 48 30, www.albertina.at. The world’s largest collection of graphics, this museum’s extensive permanent collection includes well-known works by Monet, Picasso, Van Gogh, Renoir, Degas and many more, all displayed in the plush original 19th century Empire-style state rooms. Completed in 2004, the current façade features a striking titanium wing designed by architect Hans Hollein, reflecting the museum’s characteristic synthesis of classical and modern artwork. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Wed 10:00 - 21:00. Admission €9,50/7.

Architekturzentrum Wien G-3, Museumsplatz 1, MMuseumsquartier, tel. +43 1 521 31 15 30, www.azw.at. The Architekturzentrum Wien, the Austrian architecture museum, opened in 1993. Since then it has functioned as the city’s centre for architecture and the culture of building. AZW offers a fascinating panorama of highlights from the last 150 years of Austrian architecture. While the museum is presenting the permanent exhibition a_show - Austrian Architecture in the20th and 21st Centuries, several temporary exhibitions every year focus on the most exciting facets of modern architecture. Special attention is given to architecture of the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as to the architecture of the future. Are you really contemporary? Architekturzentrum is part of the Articket. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00. Admission €7/4.50.

Kunsthalle B-3, Museumsplatz 1, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 521 89 33, www.kunsthallewien.at. Don’t let the Baroque façade fool you—this is one of the most vibrant contemporary art venues in Europe. Between its two main exhibition halls (located in the Museum Quarter) and its Project Space, the Kunsthalle offers practically every inch of its functional area as a laboratory for both established and up-and-coming contemporary artists in a wide range of media. Q Open 10:00 - 19:00, Thu 10:00-22:00. Admission Hall 1 €8,50/7, Hall 2 €7/5,50. Tours (Sat, Sun) in Hall 1 at 15:00, Hall 2 at 16:00. Project Space, Karlsplatz, open Tue-Sat 16:00-24:00, Sun, Mon 13:00-19:00, admission free.

Kunsthaus Wien I-2, Untere Weißgerberstraße 13, MLandstraße, tel. +43 1 712 04 91, www.kunst-hauswien.com. An oasis of swirling, irreverent colours and shapes in the strict neoclassical jungle of Vienna’s third district, this museum and café will appeal to those with a more eclectic architectural taste. In addition to being the sole permanent display of work by Austrian artist/architect/activist Friedensreich Hundertwasser, this former furniture factory also showcases modern art in a range of disciplines. The outdoor area of the café is lush and shady in the sum-mertime, and an ideal spot to recharge after checking out the famous Hundertwasser Haus apartment complex just down the street. Just watch your step - Hundertwasser was famous for hating straight lines and even surfaces. Q Open 10:00-19:00, restaurant till 20:00. Admission €9/7, Mon€4,50.

Kunsthistorisches Museum A-3, Burgring 5, MVolk-stheater, tel. +43 1 52 52 40, www.khm.at. Nowhere in Vienna will you experience a more salient account of Austrian imperial history than in the collection and architecture of this museum. The building’s layout even echoes the geog-raphy of the Habsburg monarchy - the impressive central stairwell represents the Alps and divides the two major European artistic schools. While the east wing contains all of the northern German, Flemish and Dutch pieces (Rubens, Bruegel, Rembrandt, Vermeer and Dürer, among others), the west wing boasts a comprehensive overview of important

Sightseeing Bus B-3, Karlsplatz, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 712 46 830, www.viennasightseeing.at. Vienna Sightseeing Tours has 20 years of touring experience and offers tours in German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese and Russian. The hop-on-hop-off bus passes all main sights; the day-ticket costs €20 (€7 for kids), allowing unlimited trips between any one of the 15 bus stops. There’s a one-hour tour too. Q Tickets 24hrs €20/7, one hour €13/7.

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There are few cities in Europe where the Jewish population has been so deeply ingrained, yet has experienced such devastation during the persistent waves of anti-semitism and in World War II, as Vienna. The historical, political and economic contribution of the Jewish community into this city's past and present can hardly be underestimated. It would suffice to say that three of four Nobel Prize Winners from Austria were Jewish. Lum, as were luminaries such as the father of psychoanalysis Sigmund Freud, writers Arthur Schnitzler and Stefan Zweig, composers Gustav Mahler and Emmerich Kalman, and the founder of modern Zionist movement Theodore Herzl.

Early historyThe first mention of Jews settling in Vienna brings us back to the 12th century. By 1420 Jews comprised about 5% of the city's population, but under Duke Albrecht V they were expelled from the city, their property confiscated, and many were brutally murdered in Erdberg outside Vienna. Later in the 15th century they were allowed to return and establish their own colony in Leopoldstadt, today the city's second district. The community thrived and lived in relative peace and prosperity until the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who in early 18th century introduced some laws that substantially worsened the situation of the Jews. The laws were later repealed by her son, Emperor Joseph II, and Vienna became the center of Jewish culture in Central Europe.

JEWISH VIENNAJEWISH VIENNA

Discover Jewish Vienna; the best place to start your tour is in the redesigned Jewish Museum Vienna at Dorotheergasse 11. The excavation of the medieval synagogue on Judenplatz shows you what Jewish life was like in the Middle Ages. In Seitenstettengasse in the 1st district one also finds the main Synagogue and the Jewish Community Center. You'll find numerous Jewish establishments on a tour through the 2nd district around the Carmelite quarter (Karmeliterviertel), as well as around the new Hakoah Sport Centre in the Wiener Prater. Get all the information you require in the JewishMuseum Vienna or the Jewish Welcome Service (Tel: +43 1 535 04 31-500).I hope you have a pleasant stay in Vienna, and hope to see you at the Jewish Museum.

Danielle SperaDirector of the Jewish Museum Vienna

Welcome to Jewish Vienna

Jewish Museum Vienna

Jewish Museum ViennaDorotheergasse 11tel: +43 1 535 04 [email protected], www.jmw.atOpen Sun-Fri 10 am - 6 pm

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Jewish RenaissanceThe years following the revolution of 1848 were quite stable and prosperous for the Jewish community, notwithstanding anti-semitism that flared up now and then. Religious life was centered around two main synagogues, one at Seitenstettengasse which today is the only surviving synagogue from the pre-war period. The presence of Jews became obvious in the city's social, economic and political li fe, including the famous salons, such as the one run by Fanny Arstein and frequented by the city's wealthiest aristocracy. Leading politicians in Vienna, particularly of the Social Democratic Party, were also Jewish, and they did all they could to alleviate the growing right-wing sentiments among the city's population at the turn of the century. In the fields of culture and education, Jewish life was also growing. Schools and theaters opened, and the first Jewish Museum in the world was founded in Vienna in 1895.

The rise of anti-semitismAs the Jews were making strides in Viennese economic, social and political life, the backlash against them was constantly increasing. Anti-semitic feelings were formented by many of Vienna's public officials and politicians, one of the most radical of them being Dr. Karl Lueger, Vienna's mayor from 1897 to 1910. His fiery anti-Jewish tirades had irritated even Emperor Franz Josef who chose to ignore him in the beginning, but was forced to accept his clout following Lueger's reelection as Vienna's mayor for the fifth time. Early in the 20th century, twenty-one members of the extremely anti-semitic All-Deutsche Partei were elected into the Austrian parliament. One of the early supporters of this party was none other than Adolf Hitler, who later confessed in his memoirs that people like Karl Lueger had greatly influenced his political views.

World War II and the HolocaustMarch 12, 1938, was the beginning of the most tragic period for the Jewish community. On that day, Hitler marched into Vienna and held a speech from the balcony of the Hofburg Palace. Almost immediately, the aryan laws were enacted. Jews were deprived of their civil rights, were not permitted to own land or hold public office. On November 9, 1938, the notorious Kristallnacht occurred, when the angry residents, driven by the Nazi party, torched Jewish businesses and synagogues. About 6,000 Jews were apprehended and sent to the camp at Dachau that day. Following the Wannsee Conference of 1942, the Jews were stripped of their citizenship and mass deportations to concentration camps ensued. The Jewish community in Austria which

had counted over 200,000 in 1938, was all but decimated. More than 130,000 Jews were forced to leave the country and about 65,000 were murdered. Less than 1,000 Jews survived the catastrophe.

The Jewish community todayIt took Austrian society almost fifty years to come to terms with their less than glamorous role in the Holocaust. Traces of anti-semitism continued to be popular until the 1980s, and can still be felt to this day. Not until 1991 did the government finally issue an official statement acknowledging their role in the Third Reich. Meanwhile, the Jewish population of Vienna has been growing since 1950s, primarily due to immigration from Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union and Iran. Today it stands at about 14,000, with nearly 8,000 of them members of the Jewish religious community (Israelitische Kultusgemeinde). Vienna has fifteen synagogues, a few Jewish schools, several kosher stores and restaurants, and a number of Jewish newspapers and magazines.

Jewish sightsThe recently renovated Jewish Museum of Vienna is one of the largest in Europe and has two locations in city centre. The main museum at Dorotheergasse uncovers the Jewish history of Vienna throughout the centuries and offers a number of special exhibits, while the smaller Judenplatz location shows archeological remains of a 500-year old synagogue that once stood here, as well as a sombre monument to the Austrian victims of the holocaust designed by the British sculptor Rachel Whiteread. The Stadttempel at Seitenstettengasse is the only synagogue to survive the war and is open to visitors on guided tours only. Don't miss the other Jewish sights, such as Theodore Herzl Stiege – the stairs named after the father of Zionism – as well as the monument to the victims of Gestapo at Morzinplatz. The Errinern für die Zukunft project ('Remember for the Future') , initiated by several districts in Vienna, most notably Leopoldstadt and Mariahilf, exhibits numerous smaller memorial signs and sidewalk plaques commemorating the Jewish residents of these neighborhoods who were deported and murdered in the concentration camps. Finally, the Simon Wiesenthal Documentation Center contains plentiful information on the Austrian role in the holocaust and the anti-Nazi resistance movement. The city has opened a Jewish Welcome Center at Stephansplatz where further information about the Jewish life and culture in Vienna is available.

Jüdisches Museum (Jewish Museum) B-2, Doro-theergasse 11, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 53 50 43 13 10, www.jmw.at. The first of its kind in the world when it opened, the Jewish Museum divides its extensive collection of Jewish historical and religious artifacts between two city centre locations. Most of the exhibitions are displayed in the Palais Eskeles at the Dorotheergasse location, while the Judenplatz facility, recently renovated and reopened to the public, features the foundations of a 15th century synagogue and the medieval Jewish ghetto, as well as Rachel Whit-eread’s impressive monument to the 65,000 Austrian Jews who were exterminated during the Holocaust.QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Fri 10:00 - 14:00. Closed Sat. Admission €10/5.

City Temple & Vienna Jewish Community Building Seitenstettengasse 4, MSchwedenplatz, tel. +43 1 535 04 31 130, www.ikg-wien.at.QGuided tours Mon-Thu 11:30 and 14:00; no prior registration required.

Jewish Welcome Center Stephansplatz 10, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 533 27 30, www.jewish-welcome.at.QOpen Sun-Tues 10:00-18:00, Fri 10:00-14:00.Judenplatz square © PIDWalter Schaub-Walzer

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security and patent protection. Due to the very stable political and economic framework, the research and technology-friendly environment, the geographic and cultural proximity to eastern growth markets and the world’s highest quality of li fe, Vienna is in many respects the place to be in Europe.

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A flying start in Vienna:Counseling & support for ExpatriatesThrough the Expat Center, the Vienna Business Agency offers a central platform for international companies and their highly qualified employees.

The service center, equipped in line with the latest European standards, works according to the “one-stop-shop” principle. A team of experts offers individual and customized counseling in all aspects of daily life and provides all the initial information needed for both starting and staying in Vienna. However, the services are also aimed at expatriates that have been living in Vienna for some time.

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Vienna has been welcoming foreigners to its streets for hundreds of years. Once the capital city of a huge empire with over 40 million inhabitants, it has traditionally been a very international city. In the years after World War II and during the first decades of the Cold War, Vienna found itself isolated between the two blocks and was known for its sleepiness and greyness. The city started to change from the 1970s when Chancellor Kreisky managed to bring the UN's European headquarters to the city. Since then a number of important international organizations have settled in and around Vienna, contributing to its refreshed international character.

The city was only really kickstarted after the fall of the Iron Curtain in 1989, allowing it to benefit from its geographical location in the heart of Central Europe, and strengthening its historical ties to the neighboring countries to the east and southeast. Especially after the 2004 enlargement of the EU, when 10 new countries – of which four are Austria's neighbours – joined the European Union, international enterprises have sought to open their CEE headquarters in Vienna.

In Vienna the link between tradition, culture, quality of life and the features of a top business location is unique.

Vienna with 1,7 million inhabitants is currently one of the economically strongest cities in Europe, an economic center in the heart of Europe that is attractive in terms of taxes for both investors and businesses. It's the seat of the headquarters of 18 international organizations and 200 headquarters of international companies. Its airport connects 43 destinations in Eastern Europe, with more than 600 flights per week, and the city is the biggest academic location in the German-speaking area. Besides this Vienna is also one of the safest cities in Europe with top positioning in the areas of personal safety, legal

Living and working abroad has become an issue for an increasing number of people. In today’s world, mobility is indispensable for both companies and employees. In recent years, the influx of international companies into Vienna has increased steadily. At present, around 20,000 highly-qualified international employees are working in the Austrian capital. In order for expatriates and their families to get off to a good start, the Expat Center Vienna was brought into being by the City of Vi-enna and the Vienna Business Agency. Whether it's your first time in Vienna, if you have experience living abroad or if you only just preparing for your great adventure, the Expat Center Vienna is your central point of contact. It offers free counseling and support with all of the issues related to your professional and private start in Vienna.The Expat Center is equipped in line with the latest European standards, serves as the first point of contact for international key employees such as managers, entrepreneurs, researchers, scientists, and diplomats. According to the one-stop shop principle, expatriates and their families are provided with all the initial information they need. Issues relating to residence permits, insur-ance, schools are all addressed in the advisory service for expatriates – free, individual and customized. The Expat Center helps with an efficient, pleasant and suc-cessful start to life in Vienna. The center also focuses on establishing networks both within the expat community and with the Viennese people and companies. A broad variety of activities and events ensure that expatriates and their families find their way around Vienna right from the start. Start with the website www.expatcenter.at where you'll find everything you need to know for a suc-cessful start in Vienna.

Expat Center Vienna, Schmerlingplatz 3, tel. +43 1 400 08 69 49, [email protected], www.expatcenter.at. Open Mon-thu 09:00-16:00, Fri 09:00-12:00; or by appointment.

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Vienna is one of the four headquarters of the Uni ted Nations, alongside New York, Geneva and Nairobi. The Vienna International Centre (VIC), commonly known as UNO City, was opened in 1979. It was rented to the United Nations for 99 years at a symbolic rate of 1 Austrian Schi l l ing (€0.07) per year. More than 4,000 employees from over 110 countries work for the UN organizations here. Joining a tour is a great opportunity to get an insight into global policy making. Multilingual guides from around the world introduce you to the UN's work. Guided tours are available in German, English and a number of other languages – just remember to take your passport or other ID to gain access to the building.

Vienna International Centre visitor service, Wagramer Strasse 5, tel. +43 1 260 60 33 28, [email protected], www.unis.unvienna.org. Tours Mon-Fri at 11:00, 12:30 and 14:00; no reservation required. Admission €6/4/3. ID required.

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Sustainable fashion, also called eco fashion or green fashion, is a part of the growing design philosophy and trend of sustainabi l i ty, the goal of which is to create a system which can be supported indefinitely in terms of environmentalism and social responsibility. Sustainable fashion is par t o f the larger trend o f sustainable design where a product is created and produced wi th consideration to the environmental and social impact i t may have throughout i ts total l i fe span, i nc lud ing i ts "carbon footpr in t". Wh i l e environmentalism used to manifest itsel f in the fashion world through a donation of percentage of sales of a product to a charitable cause, fashion designers a re n ow re - i n t rod u c i n g e co - consc i ous m eth ods at the source through the use o f environmental l y friendly materials and socially responsible methods of production.

Eco-fashion is about making clothes that take into account the environment, the health of consumers and the working conditions of people in the fashion industry. Eco-fashion clothes are made using organic raw materials, such as cotton grown without pesticides and silk made by worms fed on organic tree. These i tems don' t involve the use o f harmful chemicals and bleaches to color fabrics are often made from recycled and reused textiles. In addition, high-quality garments can be made from second-hand clothes and even recycled plastic bottles. With the eco-fashion industry sti l l in i ts in fancy, the main responsibi l i ty at the moment l ies with clothes manufacturers and fashion designers, who need to start using sustainable materials and processes.

Green fashion in Vienna'Organic' is the word that applies not just to food and environment in Vienna – it is quickly becoming a motto in the kinds of clothing the Viennese choose to buy and wear. A number of boutiques that have recently opened in town proudly sell only eco-friendly labels and goods made of ecologically cultivated fair-trade fabrics and materials. Young innovative entrepreneurs of fer beauti ful suits, dresses, shoes, and even household supplies and furniture made entirely of sustainable materials. Not surprisingly, most of their stores are located in the areas of Mariahil f, Freihausviertel and Neubau - - the distr icts where young, creative and environmentally conscious people prefer to l ive and work.

Fashion BoutiquesAnukoo Fair Fashion A-3, Gumpendorferstrasse 28, MKettenbrückengasse, tel. +43 1 581 13 43, www.anukoo.com. The concept of this cosy store in the 6th district reflects the owners’ belief that beauti-ful fashion and environmental consciousness can and should go hand-in-hand. Colour ful women’s dresses are all made of organic textiles - cotton, silk and flax - and are imported from the eco-friendly producers in India and Mauritius. Hospitable staf f has arranged all goods by their colour, which makes a visit to the store as much a pleasant experience to the eye as it is to the touch. QOpen 11:00 - 18:30, Sat 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun.

At First Sight F-3, Kirchengasse 24/5, MNeu-baugasse, tel . +4 3 67 67 39 44 07, of f ice@atf irstsight.at, www.atf irstsight.at. Designers Vivien Sakura Brandl and Tina Haslinger sell extraor-d inar y i tems by ambi t ious young fash ion -makers from Berlin, Vienna, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Tokyo and Eastern Europe. Most clothes are for ladies, but men’s fashion is also available. Additionally, they of fer accessories, bags, shoes and a jewellery collection by Andrea Auer. QOpen 12:00 - 19:00, Sat 11:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

Flo Vintage G-3, Schleifmühlgasse 15a, MKetten-brückengasse, tel. +43 1 586 07 73, [email protected], www.vintageflo.com. Proprietor Ingrid Raab found her passion for fashion from the past while working on period films, and in the 1970s opened this cosy shop with exciting, exquisite and original vintage clothing dating from 1880-1980. Expect pearl-embroi-dered Art Nouveau or Charleston dresses, "The Little Black Dress" a la Chanel and Audrey Hepburn as well as a large variety of the "New Look", the 50s and the 60s style of Jackie O.QOpen 10:00 - 18:30, Sat 10:00 - 15:30. Closed Sun.

Göttin des Glücks G-3, Operngasse 32, MKarl-splatz, tel. +43 67 63 58 74 15, www.goettin-desgluecks.com. The ‘Goddess of Luck’ is Austria’s leading fair trade fashion label and of fers a variety of functional clothing and accessories for men, women and the home. It tries to raise awareness of social and environmental responsibility and reward eco-friendly producers and employers, such as organic farms and factories in Mauritius and India. All the beauti ful items sold here are made of organic cotton and are designed to last. QOpen 11:00 - 18:00, Sat 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

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Österreichische Werkstätten B-2, Kärntnerstrasse 6, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 24 18, [email protected], www.austrianarts.com. This large showcase store owned by an association of Austrian crafts-men and artists should be on your must-see list even if you decide not to buy anything. The choice of handmade jewellery, glassware, ceramics and pewter is the largest in Vienna. QOpen 10:00 - 18:30, Sat 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.

Swarovski B-2, Kärntnerstrasse 24, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 324 00 00, [email protected], www.swarovski.com. Three floors of sparkling crystal jewellery, accessories, decorative objects and figurines await at Swarovski’s ‘inspirational centre’. Besides the regular col-lection, there’s the stunning new product spectrum, various artistic installations and a champagne bar. QOpen 09:00 - 20:00, Thu, Fri 09:00 - 21:00, Sat 09:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.

Gourmet Food & DrinkJulius Meinl am Graben B-2, Graben 19, MStepha-nsplatz, tel. +43 1 532 33 34, [email protected], www.meinlamgraben.at. Vienna’s legendary epicu-rean temple offers chic but pricey foodstuffs on two levels, plus an excellent wine cellar and an upmarket restaurant-bar on the upper floor. If you crave for any kind of food hard to get elsewhere in the city, try here. The café downstairs is quite popular with both locals and tourists. QOpen 08:00 - 19:30, Sat 09:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun. Restaurant open 09:00-24:00, wine cellar open 11:00-24:00, Sun closed.

Schönbichler B-2, Wollzeile 4, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 513 68 15, [email protected], www.schoenbichler.at. Purveyors of finest tea, three generations of the Schönbichlers have run this opulent historic tea shop with love and devotion since 1870. Black, green, herbal, white, red, fruit teas, you name it, they’ve got it! It is also one of very few places where you can experience authentic English afternoon tea, or a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Exclusive liquors, as well as Japanese, Chinese and German porcelain, and even Russian samovars are also sold here.

from designer labels to offbeat artisans. The sheer variety of retailers merits an extended shopping tour, but for those with something more specific in mind, we’ve got a few recommendations on where to start.

Gifts & SouvenirsFrey Wille B-2, Stephansplatz 5, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 513 48 92, [email protected], www.frey-wille.com. Undoubtedly a Viennese creation, Frey Wille has conquered the hearts and minds of the style-conscious women worldwide with its multicoloured hand-crafted enamel jewellery and extravagant decorative accessories. Collec-tions and sets of beautiful, though pricey bangles, rings, pendants and watches with names like Alphons Mucha or Gustav Klimt, as well as scarves, lady belts, pens or cufflinks for men can be found in several stores in Vienna. Also at Albertinaplatz 1, M Karlsplatz, tel. +43 1 513 80 09 14. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun.

Manner B-2, Stephansplatz 7, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 513 70 18, www.manner.at. Original Neapolitan wafers of all kinds, biscuits, gingerbread cookies, the ubiqui-tous Mozartkugeln, chocolate-layered nougats and marzipans all await you at this flagship store. Started in 1890 by indus-trialist Josef Manner whose excellent motto was ‘chocolate for all’, the Manner wafers and chocolate products with the company’s signature pink colour are known in fifty countries today. QOpen 10:00 - 21:00, Sat 09:30 - 20:30. Closed Sun.

Citizens from outside the EU (and EU citizens resident elsewhere) can save money by claiming a VAT refund for the purchases while in Vienna. The Global Blue tax refund service is easy to use. When buying an item at a shop, ask for a tax refund cheque. At the airport or border show this together with the item in question at the customs desk to get the cheque stamped, and then proceed to the Global Blue Customer desk with your passport for the cash or credit card refund. You'll get the VAT on these items refunded, minus a commission. For more information see www.global-blue.com.

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Freihausviertel G-3, MKettenbrückengasse. Adjacent to the Naschmarkt, this small pocket of storefronts, galleries and eateries is quickly becoming one of the city’s trendiest shopping areas. Devoted spe-cialists offer a range of unique novelties, from Austrian champagne to recycled art.

Kärtnerstrasse and the Graben B-2, MStepha-nsplatz. These two wide pedestrian streets, flanked by elegant facades and joined at the strikingly modern Haas House opposite from Stephansdom, form the commercial arteries of Vienna’s first district. This is the city’s most exclusive shopping area, where designer label devotees go as much to see as to be seen.

Mariahilferstrasse F-2, F3, F4, MZieglergasse. The long street running between Vienna’s sixth and seventh districts is home to major international chains offering clothing, music, house wares, and practically everything else. Tucked into the side streets you’ll find smaller boutiques and unique local labels, especially in the narrow cobbled streets of the Spittelberg, just up Stiftgasse, behind the Museum Quarter.

Naschmarkt G-3, G-4. Derived from the German verb “naschen”, meaning “to nibble”, Vienna’s largest open-air market truly earns its moniker. The colourful fruit and vegetable stalls are interspersed with gourmet cheese, meat and ethnic food vendors, all offering up samples of their products to passers-by. If you’re looking for a shopping experience for all five senses, this one is a must. At the market’s southwest end, Austria’s largest Flohmarkt (Flea Market) sets up shops every Saturday morning, offering second-hand clothing, an array of unusual items, and antique treasures for expert bargain hunters who show up early.

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SPARKLING CHRISTMASSWAROVSKI WIEN invites you into a glittering, creative world

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Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday and holiday closed

How far does your euro go in Vienna?Espresso €1.80Glass of local beer (0.5 litre) €3.20Bottle of local wine €3Packet of cigarettes €4Big Mac €3Public transport ticket €1.80 Taxi ride across town €15Litre of petrol €1.35

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Augarten porcelainWiener Porzellanmanufaktur Augarten, the second oldest porcelain manufactory in Europe, was founded in 1718. Th e “white gold” from Vienna has been lovingly moulded and shaped, glazed and painted by hand ever since; every single item of fi nest Augarten porcelain is just unique now as it was then.Design and artistic value refl ect collaboration with generations of well-known artists. Augarten upholds this tradition, working closely with some of the most respected designers of our day.

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Pinocchio has a long nose. He is an adventurer. If he falls down, he immediately gets up. He is a tumbler. He is defi nitely cheeky: if he gets nudged he nudges as well. But he is always cheerful, unpretentious and likeable: Pinocchio with the long nose. His daddy is Philipp Bruni, not Gepetto, and he is a designer. Pinocchio is not carved of wood but of porcelain - the most precious, handmade Viennese porcelain from Augarten. Now Pinocchio goes Billard – the team leader in pure white and his 15 friends are ready to play with colours and numbers.

ORBIT Design Marco Dessi 2010Orbit (lat. orbita “tracks”) is in the aerospace the sphere of an object over a celestial body. Eight planets are circling around the sun – Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.Th e service Orbit consists of eight peaces and is a commissionable work for the Viennese porcelain manufactory Augarten. It is not a classic service as such; every part of this system is like the planets in its own dimension. Th e user can utilize every part of the service very functional. Th e combined and creative elements of this porcelain series is the unglazed, silky smooth polished boarder, which every part of this service has. Th is board will be polished after the glaze fi ring by 1380°C with corundum bricks and rubber. Due to this polishing this service is very smooth and less sensitive to dirt; in addition it has a semi matt surface and is therefore a contrast to the elegant glazed porcelain.

Marco Dessi about Orbit:Th e phase of development during the production sequence was intensively studied, in order to experiment on the diff erent design options. Th e rough copy should trash out the diff erent technical possibilities of a manufactory as well as of the porcelain technicians.Th e target was to develop a service, which is suitable for every day, versatile and contemporary, but on the other hand it should refl ect the charm and the intelligence of a traditional company. Th e polishing of the plates and of the boards of cubs is a normal productions stage. At Orbit this step was particularly captured. Th e board will develop to a fi ne semi matt polished band, which will be a contrast to the glazed surface. Th erefore this pattern is fully embedded in the production fl ow. Playing with the materials of porcelain draws through to the whole service and therefore gives it a unique touch.

Augarten Wien, Manufaktur & Shop, Schloss Augarten, Obere Augartenstraße 1, tel. +43 1 21 12 42 00, [email protected], www.augarten.at. Open Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 18:00.

Augarten City Centre Shop: Spiegelgasse 3, Wientel. +43 (0) 1/512 14 94, email: [email protected] Mon – Sat 10:00-18:00, Sun closed.

A new Flagship store in the heart of Vienna – Spiegelgasse 3 – close to “Graben” – one of Vienna’s most luxury shopping areas – has been opened on May 2nd.Philipp Bruni – the designer – who created the Pinocchio tumbler vase for Augarten – designed this new store as a Design Hot Spot. A perfect combination of materials like fi ne wood, leather, glass and a fl oor made of steel - makes this shop extraordinary. Th e Manufactory goes straight ahead into the Design Future of handmade Porcelain…

Wien Products is a pro ject o f the Vienna Cham-ber o f Commerce & Industr y, which was founded in 1995 wi th the goal o f suppor t ing the expor t e f for ts o f se lected Viennese consumer goods manu fac tu rers . Th e 53 l oca l compan ies cu r-rent l y associated wi th Wien Products produce goods o f ou ts tan d in g qua l i t y, p rov i d e exce l -lent ser vice and seek to incorporate Vienna’s un ique f la i r and sense o f aesthet ics in to thei r products. Thei r e f for ts to enter the major in -ternat ional markets are suppor ted by the Wien Products Service Center at the Vienna Chamber o f Commerce and Industr y, wh ich co -ord inates many joint promotions and act ivi t ies. F ind more in format ion about Wien Products at www.wien -products.at, or ca l l the ser vice center at te l . +43 1 514 50 15 17.

Wien Products Gerngross F-3, Mariahilferstrasse 42-48, MNeu-baugasse, tel. +43 1 52 18 00, [email protected], www.gerngross.at. This cool modern shopping centre in the middle of Vienna’s major commer-cial street sells a wide variety of well-known fashion brands for men, women and children. The Merkur supermarket on the lower level is one of Vienna’s best-stocked groceries. On the top three floors are the city’s largest sports and electronic appliances stores, as well as the Japanese diner Akakiko where you can enjoy your sushi and other Asian delicacies on a terrace with a beautiful view. QOpen , Mon, Tue, Wed 09:30 - 19:00, Thu, Fri 09:30 - 20:00, Sat 09:30 - 18:00. Closed Sun.

Ringstrassen Galerien B-3, Kärntner Ring 5-7, MKarlsplatz, www.ringstrassen-galerien.at. Some 60 fancy stores and boutiques, a large supermarket and eight restaurants can be found in this elegant medium-sized shopping passage that combines cool modern design with charming classical ambiance. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.

Specialty ShopsAltmann & Kühne B-2, Graben 30, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 533 09 27, [email protected], www.altmann-kuehne.at. A real pearl for all chocolate aficionados, Altmann & Kühne sells tiny hand-made sweet sensations, called Liliputkonfekt, that are just way too beau-tiful to be eaten. Packed in colourful boxes, these pralines with decadent taste and silky texture will be a special and well-appreciated gift to bring home. Located on Graben for over 100 years, the store used to supply chocolates to His Majesty himself - need we say more? QOpen 09:00 - 18:30, Sat 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun.

Alt Wien Kaffeerösterei G-3, Schleifmühlgasse 23, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 505 08 00, [email protected], www.altwien.at. Possibly the only pro-fessional coffee roaster in town, Old Vienna lures cus-tomers with the irresistible aroma of more than twenty di f ferent sorts of coffee roasted and packaged for you right in the premises. From Old Vienna Gold to Jamaican Blue Mountain, a variety of blends would satisfy even the pickiest of the cof fee lovers. Aroma-protecting bags will ensure that your coffee remains fresh long after you bring it home. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Sat 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun.

Bobby’s Foodstore A-4, Schleifmühlgasse 8, MKarl-splatz, tel. +43 1 586 75 34, www.bobbys.at. Nostalgic for Cadbury chocolate or Oreo cookies? Missing that cup of Campbell’s soup or a can of Dr. Pepper? You can get all of these and much more at the only British-American grocery store in Vienna. Stock up on all the familiar items, and if you can’t find any of your favourites, tell the store management and they’ll try to order it for you. QOpen 10:00 - 18:30, Sat 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.

J. & L. Lobmeyr B-2, Kärntnerstrasse 26, MStepha-nsplatz, tel. +43 1 512 05 08, [email protected], www.lobmeyr.at. This unique store was founded in 1823 and has become a real legend on Vienna’s chic Kärntner-strasse. It specializes in mouth-blown glass, hand-cut porcelain and not least in beautiful chandeliers proudly exhibited today at places like the Vienna State Opera, the Kremlin in Moscow and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Don’t miss the fascinating collection of their glass museum on the third floor. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.

Staud’s E-2, Brunnengasse/Schellhammergasse, MJosefstädterstrasse, tel. +43 1 406 880 521, [email protected], www.stauds.com. Since 1907, the Staud family has been pampering the Viennese and the world with the most exceptional fruit jams and pre-serves from this corner store on Yppenplatz and nearby factory on Hubergasse. Hans Staud, the current owner, has been in this business for forty years and still greets customers in his original, though recently revitalized, marmalade emporium. Five million jars of amazing all-fruit preserves, sliced fruit, syrups, chutneys, as well as a huge variety of pickled vegetables are produced and shipped worldwide every year. QOpen , Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat 08:00 - 12:30, Fri 08:00 - 12:30; 15:30-18:00. Closed Mon, Sun.

Xocolat A-1, Freyung Passage 2, MHerrengasse, tel. +43 1 535 43 63, [email protected], www.xocolat.at. This city has long been a sweet-tooth’s paradise, but Xocolat with its eye-popping selection of truffles, marzipans, nougats and filled chocolates in every shape and form is about as exclusive as it gets. You are sure to get lured into this place and marvel at the sweet temptation. Just remember that decadence doesn’t come cheap. QOpen 10:00 - 18:30, Sat 10:00 - 18:00, Sun 12:00 - 17:00.

Shopping centresDonauzentrum Wagramerstrasse 81 , M Ka -gran, tel. +43 1 203 47 22 110, www.donauzen-trum.at. Austr ians never real l y warmed up to the idea o f buy ing a l l they need under one roo f, bu t i f for any reason you long for an Amer ican -st y le mal l featuring about 260 stores and a large food cour t, complete wi th d isorderly crowds and loi ter-ing teenagers, then you might give Donauzentrum a tr y. QOpen 09:00 - 20:00, Sat 09:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.

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Ireland Rotenturmstrasse 16-18, tel. +43 1 715 42 46, [email protected] Kingdom Jauresgasse 12, tel. +43 71 61 30, [email protected], www.ukinaustria.fso.gov.uk.United States of America Boltzmanngasse 16, tel. +43 1 313 39, [email protected], www.usembassy.at.

HospitalsAKH (Allgemeines Krankenhaus) F-1, Währing-er Gür tel 1 8 -20, tel . +4 3 1 40 40 00, w w w.akhwien.at.Hanusch Krankenhaus Heinrich-Collin-Str. 30, MHütteldorferstrasse, tel. +43 1 910 21, www.hanusch-krankenhaus.at.SMZ Ost Langobardenstrasse 122, tel. +43 1 28 80 20, www.wienkav.at.Unfallkrankenhaus Lorenz Böhler Donaueschin-genstrasse 13, MDresdner Straße, tel. +43 1 33 11 00, www.auva.at.Wilhelminenspital Montleartstrasse 37, MKendler-straße, tel. +43 1 49 15 00, www.wilhelminenspital.at.

Language coursesDeutschAkademie B-3, Opernring 1E, MKarlsplatz, tel. +43 1 585 73 13, [email protected], www.deutschakademie.at.Inlingua Vienna B-2, Neuer Markt 1, MStephansplatz, tel. +43 1 512 22 25, [email protected], www.inlingua.at.Innovationszentrum Universität Wien F-1, Alser Strasse, Hof 1, MSchottentor, [email protected], sprachenzentrum.univie.ac.at.

DentistsDr. Robert Scherngell F-3, Mariahilferstrasse 128/5, tel. +43 1 522 19 66.Prim. Dr. Hannes Lembacher B-2, Rotenturmstrasse 27, tel. +43 1 533 55 81.

DoctorsDr. Dieter Zakel A-1, Schottenring 16, tel. +43 800 63 34 24 63.Dr. Gottfried Hönlinger I-1, Stuwerstrasse 22, tel. +43 1 728 00 91.

EmbassiesAustralia Matiellistrasse 2, tel. +43 1 50 67 40, [email protected], www.austria.embassy.gov.au.France Technikerstrasse 2, tel. +43 1 50 27 50, [email protected], www.ambafrance-at.org.Germany Metternichgasse 3, tel. +43 1 71 15 40, [email protected], www.wien.diplo.de.

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Große Neugasse A 4Große Schiffgasse B 1Große Sperlgasse C 1Grünangergasse B 2Grundsteingasse D 2-E 2Grünentorgasse G 1Gumpendorferstraße A 3Gumpendorferstraße E 4-G 3Gußhausstraße B 4Gutenberggasse G 2Haberlgasse E 2Habsburgergasse B 2Hafnersteig C 2Haidgasse C 1Halbgasse E 3Hamerlingpark F 2Hammer-Purgstall-Gasse C 1Hasnerstraße D 2Hauptallee I 1Haus der Musik B 3Haus des Meeres F 3Heeresgeschichtliches Museum I 4Hegelgasse B 3Heinestraße I 1Heinrichsgasse B 1Heldenplatz A 2Helferstorferstraße A 1Herbststraße D 2Hermanngasse F 3Hernalsergürtel E 2Herrengasse A 2Herrmanngasse E 3Hetzgasse I 2Heumühlgasse A 4Heymerlegasse D 2Himmelpfortgasse B 2Hintere Zollamtsstraße I 2Hofburg A 2Hofmühlgasse F 4Hohenstaufengasse A 1Hollandstraße B 1Hollergasse D 4Hörlgasse A 1Huglgasse D 3Hundertwasserhaus I 2Hütteldorferstraße D 3-E 3Jakobergasse C 2Jaurèsgasse C 4Johannesgasse C 3Johnstraße D 4-D 3Jörgerstraße E 1Josefsplatz A 2Josefstädterstraße E 2-F 2Josef-Strauss-Park E 2Juchgasse I 3Kaiserin-Elisabeth Spital D 3Kaiserstraße E 3Kalvariengasse E 1Kandlgasse E 3-F 3Kantgasse B 3Karlskirche B 3Karlsplatz B 3Karmelitergasse C 1Kärntner Ring B 3Kärntnerstaße B 3Karolinengasse C 4Karolinengasse H 4Kegelgasse I 2Kettenbrückengasse A 4Kirchengasse F 3Klagbaumgasse A 4Klagbaumgasse G 4Kleine Mohrengasse C 1Kleine Neugasse A 4Kleine Neugasse G 4Kleine Sperlgasse C 1Kolingasse A 1Kolschitzkygasse H 4Komödiengasse C 1Königsklostergasse A 3Koppstraße D 2-E 2Köstlergasse A 3Kretinergasse D 2Kreuzgasse E 1Krieglergasse I 2Krongasse A 4Krongasse G 4

Krugerstraße B 3Krummbaumgasse B 1Kumpfgasse B 2Kundmanngasse I 3Kunsthaus Wien I 2Kunsthistorisches Museum A 3Künstlerhaus B 3Lagergasse C 3Laimgrubengasse A 3Landesgerichtsstraße F 2Landhausgasse A 2Landskrongasse B 2Landstraßer Gürtel I 4Lange Gasse F 2Lassallestraße I 1Laudongasse E 2-F 2Lazarettgasse F 1Leopold Figl Gasse A 2Leopold-Ernst-Gasse E 1Leopoldsgasse C 1Leopoldsgasse H 1Lerchenfeldergürtel E 2Lerchenfelderstraße E 2-F 2Lerchengasse F 2Liebenberggasse C 2Liechtensteinmuseum G 1Liechtensteinpark G 1Liechtensteinstraße G 1Lilienbrunngasse C 1Lindauergasse E 2Lindengasse F 3Liniengasse E 4-F 4Linke Wienzeile E 4-G 3Loeschenkohlgasse D 3Löhrgasse E 3Lothringerstraße C 3Löwelstraße A 2Löwengasse I 2Mahlerstraße B 3Mak C 2Marc Aurel Straße B 1Margaretengürtel F 4Margaretenstraße A 4Margaretenstraße F 4-G 3Mariahilfer Gürtel E 4Mariahilferstraße A 3Mariahilferstraße D 4-G 3Mariahilferstraße D 4-G 3Mariannengasse F 1Maria-Theresien-Straße A 1Markgraf-Rüdiger-Straße E 3Marxergasse I 2Märzstraße D 3Metternichgasse C 4Millergasse F 4Mittersteig G 4Mollardgasse E 4-F 4Mostgasse A 4Mostgasse G 4Mozartgasse B 4Museumsplatz A 3Musikverein B 3Naturhistorisches Musem A 2Negerlegasse C 1Neubaugasse F 3Neubaugürtel E 3Neuer Markt B 2Neulerchenfelderstraße D 2-E 2Neulinggasse C 3Neustiftgasse E 2-G 2Neutorgasse B 1Nordbahnstraße I 1Nußdorferstraße F 1Obere Augartenstraße H 1Obere Donaustraße B 1Oelweingasse D 4Oeverseestraße D 3Oper B 3Opernring A 3Oppolzergasse A 1Ostarichipark F 1Ottakringer Brauerei D 2Ottakringer Straße D 2-E 1Otto Bauer Gasse F 3Paniglgasse B 3Parkring C 2Parlament A 2

Paulanergasse A 4Payergasse E 2Peregringasse A 1Peterskirche B 2Petrarcagasse A 2Pezzlgasse E 1Pfeilgasse E 2-F 2Piaristengasse F 2Pilgramgasse F 4-G 4Plankengasse B 2Plößlgasse B 4Porezellangasse G 1Possingergasse D 2Pramergasse G 1Prater I 1Praterstraße C 1Predigergasse C 2Preßgasse A 4Prinz Eugen Straße B 4Radetzkystzraße I 2Rahlgasse A 3Rauchfangkehrergasse D 4Rauhensteingasse B 2Rechte Bahngasse C 3Rechte Wienzeile A 3Rechte Wienzeile F 4-G 3Reindorfgasse E 4Reinprechtsdorferstraße F 4Reisnerstraße C 3Reithoferplatz E 3Rembrandtstraße H 1Renngasse A 1Rennweg C 4Riemergasse B 2Rockhgasse A 1Rooseveltplatz A 1Rosenbursenstraße C 2Roßauer Lände G 1Rotensterngasse C 1Rotenturmstraße B 2Rotgasse B 2Rubensgasse A 4Rudolfsplatz B 1Rudolfstiftung I 3Rueppgasse I 1Salesianergasse C 3Salvatorgasse B 1Salzgries B 1Salztorgasse B 1Schallautzerstraße C 2Schauflergasse A 2Schaumburgergasse B 4Schaumburgergasse G 4Schellhammergasse E 2Schellinggasse B 3Schikanedergasse A 3Schleifmühlgasse A 3Schlösslgasse F 2Schlüsselgasse B 4Schmalzhofgasse F 3Schmelzgasse C 1Schmöllergasse B 4Schönbornpark F 2Schönbrunnerstraße E 4-G 3Schönlaterngasse C 2Schottenbastei A 1Schottenfeldgasse F 3Schottengasse A 1Schottenring A 1Schrankgasse F 3Schubertring B 3Schulerstraße B 2Schwarzenbergplatz B 3Schwarzenbergstraße B 3Schwedenplatz C 1Schweizer Garten I 4Schwindgasse B 4Sechshauser Straße E 4-D 4Seidengasse E 3-F 3Seilergasse B 2Seilerstätte B 2Sensengasse F 1Siebenbrunnengasse G 4Siebensterngasse F 3Sigmund Freud Museum G 1Singerstraße B 2Skodagasse F 2Sonnenfelsgasse B 2

Spanische Hofreitschule A 2Spengergasse F 4Spiegelgasse B 2Spitalgasse F 1Stadtpark C 2Stanislausgasse I 3Stephansdom B 2Stephansplatz B 2Stiftgasse F 3Stohlberggasse G 4Stollgasse E 3-F 3Strauchgasse A 2Straußengasse A 4Straußengasse G 4Strohgasse C 3Strozzigasse F 2Stubenring C 2Stumpergasse E 3-F 4Taborstraße C 1Tandelmarktgasse C 1Taubstummengasse B 4Technisches Museum Wien D 4Teinfaltstraße A 1Thaliastraße D 2-E 2Theater in der Josefstadt F 2Theresianum H 4Theresianumgasse B 4Thurngasse G 1Tiefer Graben B 1Tigergasse F 2Tuchlauben B 2Türkenstraße G 1Ungargasse I 3Universität A 1Untere Augartenstraße H 1Untere Donaustraße C 1Untere Weißgerberlände I 2Urania C 1Uraniastraße C 1Vereinsgasse I 1Veronikagasse E 2-E 1Vogelweidplatz E 3Volksgarten A 2Vordere Zollamtsstraße I 2Vorlaufstraße B 1Votivkirche A 1Währinger Straße A 1Währingergürtel E 2Walfischgasse B 3Walkürengasse D 3Waltergasse B 4Wasagasse G 1Wattgasse D 2Webgasse F 3-F 4Wehrgasse A 4Wehrgasse G 4Weihburggasse B 2Weintraubengasse C 1Weißgerberlände I 2Werdertorgasse B 1Westbahnhof E 3Westbahnstraße E 3-F 3Weyringergasse H 4Wichtelgasse D 2Wickenburggasse F 2Wiedner Gürtel H 4Wiedner Hauptstraße A 4Wiener Konzerthaus C 3Wiener Naschmarkt A 3Wiesingerstraße C 2Winkelmannstraße D 4Wipplingerstraße A 1Witzelsbergerstraße D 3Wohllebengasse B 4Wollzeile C 2Yppenpark E 2Zaunergasse C 3Zentagasse G 4Ziegelofengasse A 4Ziegelofengasse G 4Zieglergasse F 3Zinckgasse E 3Zirkusgasse C 1Zollergasse F 3

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1516 42Albertina 48Altstadt Vienna 23Amarantis 32ARCOTEL Kaiserwasser 23Architekturzentrum Wien 48Bamboo 31Beim Czaak 28Belvedere 44Beograd 32Bettel-Alm 39Bettelstudent 28Billy's Bones 42Bitzinger Würstelstand 30Blue Box 39Blue Orange Bagel 30Borromäus 28Bristol 23Café Berg 40Café Central 26Café der Provinz 27Cafe Diglas 26Café Drechsler 26Café Europa 39Café Hawelka 27Café Landtmann 26Café Leopold 39Cafe Pierre 33Café Prückel 26Café Sacher 26Café Savoy 40Café Sperl 27Caffe Latte 39CapaTosta 35Capricorno 24City Central 24Cup Cakes 43Da Capo 35Das Schick 32Das Tyrol 24décor 34Demmers Teehaus 27Der Kuckuck 28Dock 5 37Do & Co 32Donau 39Dots 31Ellas 36Erzherzog Rainer 24Eulennest Vinothek & Weinbar 38Felixx 40Feuerwehr Wagner 38Flanagans 42Flex 40Fluc 40Frank's American Bar 30Fuhrgassl Huber 38Gerstner K.U.K Hofzuckerbäcker 35Haas & Haas 27Haus der Musik 14Haus des Meeres 43Heuriger Maly 38Heuriger Reinprecht 38Hilton 24Hilton Vienna Plaza 24

Hofburg 44Hofmobiliendepot 46Hostel Ruthensteiner 25Hotel am Parkring 24Hotel am Stephansplatz 24Hotel de France 24Hundertwasser-Krawinahaus 44Champions 39Charlie P's Irish Pub 42Ilija 32Ilona Stueberl 34Il Sestante 35Imperial 24Imperial Renaissance Hotel 24Indochine 21 33Intercontinental 25JO9 35Johnny's Pub 42Jüdisches Museum 51Kent 37Korso 33Kronprinz Rudolph 28Kuishimbo 36K.U.K Konditorei L. Heiner 35Kulin 36Kunsthalle 48Kunsthallencafe am Karlsplatz 27Kunsthaus Wien 48Kunsthistorisches Museum 48Kurkonditorei Oberlaa 35Le Bol 33Le Méridien 25Lemmon 41Leopold Museum 48Liechtenstein Museum 48LioUnge 31Li's Cooking 31Loos Bar 39lutz 27

lutz-der club 40Lux 28Madame Tussaud’s 48Madiani 33Marriott 25Martinjak 29Maschu Maschu 30, 36Mormat 37MUMOK 49Museum für Angewandte Kunst 49Museums Quartier 46Naschmarkt Deli 27Natsu Sushi 36Novelli 36ON 32Onyx Bar 39ost klub 40Pars 37Passage 40Passauerhof 38Patara 37Pizza Mari 36Plachutta 29Plutzerbräu 29Porgy & Bess 41Pratersauna 41Ra'mien 32, 41Reinthalers Beisl 29Renaissance Hotel Vienna 25Ribs of Vienna 30Riesenrad 46Rochus 40Roomz Vienna 25Sacher 25Saigon 32Sass Club 41Scotch Club 39Shanghai Tan 32Shebeen 42Shopping with Lucie 54Schatzkammer 49Schesch Besch 36

Schloss Schönbrunn 46Schnitzelwirt 29Schuppich 36Sightseeing Bus 48Sigmund Freud Museum 49Sing Your Song 41Sofitel Vienna Stephansdom 25Soya 32Spanische Hofreitschule 46Stadtgasthaus Eisvogel 30Steakpoint 31Stefanie 25Steirereck 33Stephansdom 46Studio 67 39Suppenbar.at 30T.G.I. Fridays 31The Point of Sale 27Tiergarten Schönbrunn 43Tourist-Info Vienna 18Trzesniewski 30Türkis 30Ungar-Grill 34Vapiano 36Vegetasia 32Village Bar 40WerkzeugH 40Why Not? 40Wiener Deewan 36Wiener Wirtschaft 30Wien-Ticket Pavillon 15Winter 30Wombat's 25ZOOM Kindermuseum 43Zum Roten Elefanten 35Zum Schwarzen Kameel 33Zum Weißen Rauchfangkehrer 30

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