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Dear reader,

Vienna boasts a unique quality of live! It offersloads of attractive leisure facilities, particularlyto its young residents and the citys numerousvisitors. The Vienna young & clever brochure

will show you that having a good time in Viennadoesnt have to break the bank!

Whether its culture, sports, nightlife or food and drink youre after, thewienXtra-jugendinfo team has chosen a selection of the best places togo and provided a lot of useful tips for this brochure, ranging from infor-mation about low-priced standing tickets at the Vienna State Opera and

secluded pathways on the Cemetery of the Nameless to the hottestclubs in the city. There is something for every taste, from high culture toparty and nightlife.

Getting around a city is also an important issue, and the brochureincludes practical tips on hiring a bike, the Vienna Citybike schemeand the excellent services provided by the Wiener Linien, Viennastransport authorities.

I hope you have fun exploring the city!

Christian Oxonitsch

City Councillor for Youth Affairs


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Contents

Introduction ......................................................................................4

General Information...........................................................................5

Sightseeing.......................................................................................9

Off the beaten tracks .......................................................................17

Getting out into nature.....................................................................23

Sports in Vienna..............................................................................28

Culture............................................................................................33

Public Transport ..............................................................................38

Food and drink ................................................................................53

Nightlife..........................................................................................61

Useful tips.......................................................................................71


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Introduction

Vienna has a lot to offer its visitors! The sheer number of art, cultureand leisure activities available in this city often makes it difficult towork out which ones are the best. Considerations like, What are thebest places to go for good food and drink at affordable prices?,

Which sights are a must see?, or Whats the hottest club in the cityright now? often cant be answered without a certain amount ofinsider knowledge, making it hard not to get caught in the classictourist traps. This brochure, however, will help you avoid these places.

This brochure is no classic travel guide, but has been deliberately puttogether for people who are also interested in city life off the beaten

track. Of course, traditional tourist destinations have not been entirelyleft out of this guide, but it also provides alternatives: places the Vien-nese love to go to spend their free time. Also, what was important to uswas to make sure you get good value for money in these places.

The final decision about what to see and what to leave out in Vienna isup to you. In any case, we hope you have fun and enjoy your stay!


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General Information

Information centreswienXtra-jugendinfo1., Babenbergerstrasse 1, Tel. 01/4000-84 100www.jugendinfowien.at, http://foren.wienxtra.at

Mon, Tue, Wed 2:00-7:00 p.m.Thu, Fri, Sat 1:00-6:00 p.m.

The information centre for young (and young-at-heart) visitors to ourcity. We have the answer to any question you might have about budgetaccommodation, affordable and good food, parties, cheap concerttickets (www.jugendinfowien.at/ticketsmusik/ticketliste), tips for tours

to the (un)known attractions of Vienna and many other things worthknowing for a pleasant stay in Vienna! If you want to do your ownresearch, we provide you with an Internet place for free.

wienXtra-kinderinfo7., Museumsplatz 1/ Hof 2, Tel. 01/4000-84 400www.kinderinfowien.at ( Z broschren Z kids&culture)Tue-Fri 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. and Sat, Sun, public holidays 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (closed on Mondays)

wienXtra-kinderinfo provides comprehensive information for our youngestvisitors. Vienna has something to offer every child, from unconventionalchildrens theatre and cool playgrounds to museum activities tailoredspecifically to children. The staff members of wienXtra-kinderinfo arehappy to help you make the right choice.


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Titel_1General Information

Tourist Info1., Albertinaplatz/at the corner of Maysedergasse, Tel. 01/24 555,[email protected]://wien.infoDaily 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

The tourist information centre not only provides you with a wide variety

of information about Vienna, but also with free city maps and otherinformation material on Viennas sights and attractions. NumerousVienna tips are also available on the homepage of the Vienna TouristBoard.

Events calendars & Vienna link tipsFalter

www.falter.at (German)In addition to reports on current issues of city life, Viennas youngweekly newspaper offers the most detailed programme of events in thecity. Its homepage provides a good overview of Viennas nightlife,concerts, theaters, exhibitions, shopping and many more.

A current issue of Falter is always available for research at thewienXtra-jugendinfo centre!

www.vienna.unlike.netunlike.net covers the citys interesting locations, events and urbanthemes, capturing the spirit of the city: clubs, shops, restaurants,galleries, parks, museums


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Vienna Events Programmehttp://events.wien.info/en/The monthly events programme published by the Vienna Tourist Boardprovides you with a perfect overview of high-culture events in Vienna.The programme is available at the Tourist Info or at wienxtra-jugendinfo.It is also available online.

www.hauptstadt.at (German)This page provides a complete programme of events and activities inVienna from all spheres of interest listed by days/categories, a compre-hensive list of addresses and a weekly navigator offering detaileddescriptions of carefully selected events.

www.wien.gv.at/english

The City of Viennas website also offers valuable information to Viennavisitors. Have a look at the categories culture and leisure.

www.spottedbylocals.comOn this blog-style city guide, locals share their favourite spots inVienna.


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Sightseeing

All of the large cities in the world are divided into different districts.Vienna has 23 of them, with the first district located right in the centreand the other districts fanning out from it. The individual districts havenames such as Innere Stadt (1st district) or Leopoldstadt (2nddistrict). However, in most cases they are designated by their numbers

and not by their names. Each municipal district has its special characterand atmosphere.So-called no go areas, which can be found in many cities, do notexist in Vienna!

Sights in the first districtVienna is quite rightly considered as a large open-air museum.

Numerous sights are conveniently located right in the city centre, i.e.in the first municipal district, which is the oldest part of the city.

A ride on the 1A bus line not only allows you to explore Viennasfirst district for little money, but also gives you the chance to gain agood impression of its residents.


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RingstrasseFrom 1857 onwards, a spaciously laid out street was built around thehistorical city centre featuring prestigious public buildings, privatepalaces, squares and parks, monuments and elegant cafs. Here youcan admire some of the most splendid buildings in Vienna, such as theState Opera, the Museum of Art History, the Museum of Natural History,the Parliament building or Viennas City Hall.

A stroll through Viennas largest open-air museum is an absolutemust for all visitors to Vienna interested in historical architecture.Fearless cyclists should definitely go for a ride on the Ring cycle pathwhich circles around the whole city centre.

Around Christmas, the square in front of Viennas City Hall housesthe citys largest Christmas market! In July and August, it is the venue

of an open-air film festival featuring opera performances, ballet, worldmusic and jazz. Free entry!

Tram line 1 takes you comfortably along a major part of Ring-strasse, from Schwedenplatz to Krntner Ring. All you need is astandard Wiener Linien ticket. The more expensive alternative is a rideon the Vienna Ring Tram, which was designed especially for tourists.Ticket prices are rather steep: a ride around Ringstrasse (approx. 30minutes) will cost you 7,-!


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If you want to relax after an exhausting sightseeing tour, the historicalparks along Ringstrasse, such as Burggarten, Volksgarten or Stadtpark,could be just the places you are looking for. If you prefer a classierenvironment, go for a quick coffee or refreshment to the Palm House inBurggarten. The cafs higher prices are more than made up for by itsattractive location in an old greenhouse and its fabulous outdoor area.

Krntner StraeIf Paris has its Champs Elyses and Berlin has its Kurfrstendamm,Vienna has its Krntner Strasse. In addition to a large number of luxuryshops, it features beautiful historical buildings and a lot of street cafs.Great for window shopping and leisurely strolls!

Stephansplatz (St. Stephens Square)

Right in the middle of the city centre, this large square is a meeting place for tourists from all over the world.During the summer months, it also serves as a stage to numerousstreet artists. Just enjoy the bustling atmosphere or visit St. StephensCathedral, one of Viennas landmarks. However, if peace and quiet iswhat youre after, youd better visit one of the many churches in thevicinity.

Another oasis of peace and quiet can be found in the cobblestonelanes to the east of St. Stephens Cathedral. This is the oldest part of Vienna. The most attractive area, leading along Blutgasse, Domgasseand Grnangergasse, is situated right behind St. Stephens Cathedral.


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Imperial Palacewww.hofburg-wien.at, Tel. 01/533 75 70Up to 1918, the Imperial Palace was the centre of the huge Habsburg Empire. Today, the Palace is one of Viennas classic tourist attractions.With its Sisi Museum, the Imperial Treasury and the Spanish Riding School it really embodies all of the typical stereotypes of Vienna. If youare interested in art, the Albertina is a must (see page 33).

While the interior of the Imperial Palace is buzzing with tourists,Heldenplatz square in front of the Palace during the warm season is abustling meeting place of young people who use the square for outdoorentertainment such as football, music, juggling and dancing.

As the tickets for the Imperial Apartments are rather expensive,

we recommend those of you who also plan to visit the apartmentsof Schnbrunn Palace just to visit one of the two places.At both palaces, the apartments style and furniture date from thesame period (Baroque).


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Sights outside Viennas first districtBelvedere Palacewww.belvedere.at, Tel. 01/79 557-0Belvedere Palace, a magnificent Baroque palace located in Viennasthird municipal district, was the former summer residence of Austriasfamous military leader and art lover, Prince Eugene. It is renowned forits splendid view, which is the reason why it was named Belvedere (=

beautiful view).Free entry to the palace gardens!

Belvedere Palace houses one of the major art collections in Austria,including the worlds largest collection of paintings by Gustav Klimt.For more detailed information see page 34.

If you want to relax after taking in all the art and culture in themuseum, simply stroll through the 8-hectar Botanic Gardens rightnext to the palace grounds. The entry into the Gardens is free!

KarlsplatzThe spacious square in front of the Baroque Karlskirche (St. CharlesChurch) is a special highlight of the city. With its white stone slabs andlarge fountain it radiates the flair of historical Italian squares, particu-larly during the summer months. In the run-up to Christmas, it housesa charming Christmas Arts and Craft Market. The Art Nouveau pavilionbuilt by Otto Wagner, which today accommodates a caf turned into aclub in the evenings (see page 64), is located a few metres furthertowards the road. Karlsplatz also houses the Wien Museum (see page40) with interesting exhibitions on topics relating to Vienna.


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MQ MuseumsQuartier www.mqw.at, Tel. 0820/600 600Viennas spectacular arts centre near the Imperial Palace boasts notonly prominent museums and galleries (more detailed information isprovided from page 33 onwards), but also a bustling caf and restau-rant scene. If you want to enjoy good food at the MQ, try the Kantineor Glacis Beisl. For more detailed information see page 53.

From May to August, the MQ offers a comprehensive culturalprogramme entitled Summer at MuseumsQuartier, featuring art,culture, theatre, music, dance, performances and literature. Otherattractions include the popular boules tracks and sunny restaurantterraces with trendy music. In the pre-Christmas season, the Museums-Quartier stages its Winter at MQ programme, providing an alternative

to conventional Christmas-market kitsch.

Its numerous outdoor seating facilities make the MQ attractive alsofor visitors on smaller budgets. In this way, you can happily watch thebusy world of creative minds and artsy people while eating whateversnack you have brought with you.

Schnbrunn Palacewww.schoenbrunn.at, Tel. 01/811 13-0Schnbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of Austrias ImperialFamily, is one of the most beautiful Baroque palaces in Europe. While aticket for admission to the imperial apartments costs at least 10,50,a stroll through the lavish gardens is free. One of the highlights of sucha stroll is the Gloriette, which is located on a small hill and offers asuperb view of Vienna.


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Other attractions (you have to pay for) include the Great Palm House,the Desert House, the Maze & Labyrinth and (for animal lovers) Schn-brunn Zoo (www.zoovienna.at). During the Christmas season, thepalace provides the setting for a festive Christmas market.

It is also possible to enjoy Schnbrunn Palace without spending any money. If you cannot or do not want to pay the admission fees,

simply go for a leisurely stroll through the magnificent park and soakup the beauty and splendour of the place.

Volksprater/Wurschtelpraterwww.prater.atThis amusement park has everything, from carnival games and ghosttrains to roller coasters. In addition, long-established traditional

restaurants, such as the Schweizerhaus (see page 58), add to itstypical Viennese charm.The Prater also houses another landmark of the city: the more than110-year-old and 64.75-metre-high Ferris wheel. At its highest point, itoffers its passengers (unless they are terrified of heights) a brilliantview of Vienna. Tickets cost 9,-.The Wurschtelprater amusement park is located right in the middle of alarge recreational area (see page 27).

While a ride on one of the Praters attractions costs between 2,- and 5,- , admission to the amusement park is free!


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Off the beaten tracks

Vienna has a lot more to offer than its traditional tourist hotspots.If you leave the well-trodden tourist paths, you will discover manynew and interesting facets of the city. Anyone interested in getting toknow the true character of a city will often find it reflected in exactly

these areas.

Old AKH (General Hospital) University Campushttp://campus.univie.ac.atThe grounds of todays university campus in Viennas 9th district known as the Old AKH originally belonged to what used to be theVienna General Hospital. Today, the campus accommodates parts of

the University of Viennas faculties of Arts and Social Sciences. Andsince university students dont just pursue their studies but also love toparty, a lively caf and restaurant scene has emerged in this area. Insummer, this pleasant oasis of green right in the heart of the city is theideal place to relax or have a picnic.

A more remote part of the campus houses the seemingly forgottenFools Tower, which was built in 1748. It was the first specialist facilityfor the mentally ill in Europe. Today it accommodates the FederalMuseum of Pathology and Anatomy. With its strict geometric shapeand lack of any adornment it belongs to Viennas less-knownarchitectural treasures.


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Freihausviertelwww.einkaufsstrassen.at/freihausviertel (German)The Freihausviertel is an area located in the 4th municipal districtsurrounding Schleifmhlgasse and the neighbouring streets betweenWiedner Hauptstrasse, Naschmarkt and Karlsplatz. In the past tenyears, the Freihausviertel has become a flourishing part of Vienna,providing a home to the citys contemporary art scene. Galleries,

fashion designers, a unique flower shop, antique shops and a colourfulmix of bars, cafs and restaurants (see page 61) have turned the areainto a lively and vibrating neighbourhood! Its close proximity to theNaschmarkt also contributed to the areas upswing.The area was named after the so-called Freihaus, the oldest socialhousing complex in Vienna, which used to be situated there.

The Point of Sale, a great place for breakfast, is situated in theFreihausviertel (for more detailed information see page 59).

KarmeliterviertelThe Karmeliterviertel in Viennas 2nd municipal district has also experi-enced a boom in the past few years, resulting in a thriving gastronomicand cultural scene. Due to its many old buildings and typical narrowlanes the area has a very special urban charm. Moreover, the Karmeliter-viertel was and still is the centre of Viennas Jewish Community.The heart of the area is the Karmelitermarkt, where you cannot only buyloads of foodstuff, but will also find great places for food and drink (seeSchne Perle on page 58).


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Augartenhttp://kultur.park.augarten.org (German)A special highlight on the edge of the Karmeliterviertel is the BaroqueAugarten park, which houses not only Viennas Augarten PorcelainManufactory, but also the residences of the Vienna Boys Choir. Anotherprominent feature of Augarten Park is its two 50-metre-high Flaktowers, serving as monumental reminders of World War 2.

During the summer months, the park is a popular meeting place of Viennas young alternative scene. There is also a whole load of culturalactivities taking place in a casual, laid back atmosphere. More detailedinformation on the individual events is available on the website!

Neubau

Viennas 7th municipal district (called Neubau) has become the cityscreative and boho district. Here you can find not only the centre of Viennas cultural scene, the MuseumsQuartier (see pages 14, 36) butalso a large number of second-hand shops and hip fashion stores onNeubaugasse and its side streets.In terms of culinary delights, the district also has plenty on offer (seeFood and Drink from page 53 onwards). And it is the location ofViennas longest shopping street, Mariahilfer Strasse, which, unlikeNeubaugasse, mostly features large chain stores.The Spittelberg area, also part of the district of Neubau, is a charming area with cobblestone lanes and Biedermeier buildings. Previously,this part of the city was a red-light district, but today it is dominated byarts and craft shops and bars.Around Christmas, the Spittelberg tempts with what is probably themost magical Christmas market in Vienna.


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MarketsNaschmarktwww.wienernaschmarkt.eu (German)Although Naschmarkt today is an attraction rather than a market, youcan buy anything there, from fruit, vegetables, bakery products, fish andmeat to international products from different countries. Nowadays, thenumerous gourmet temples increasingly outnumber traditional market

stalls, so that, due to its wealth of trendy eateries, Naschmarkt hasdeveloped into a hip hotspot of the city. If you want to experience theNaschmarkt as it used to be, grab a bite at Zur eisernen Zeit, a typicalViennese restaurant full of atmosphere and Naschmarkt nostalgia!

A must-see event at Naschmarkt is the flea market held everySaturday from 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Virtually everything is on sale here!

But be careful: All that glitters is not gold! If you dont watch out, youmay be easily cheated out of your money.

BrunnenmarktSomewhat less mainstream and less trendy, the multi-culti market inViennas district of Ottakring (16th municipal district) is a good alterna-tive to the increasingly commercial and stylish Naschmarkt. Its mix of artists and Turkish and Greek stall holders lend the market its uniquecharacter. If you want to venture into one of the rougher parts of Vienna, we recommend a visit to Brunnenmarkt. Also worth a visit:Viennas legendary Turkish restaurant Kent or Restaurant World(for further information see page 56 onwards).

Every year in mid-May, the area around Brunnenmarkt houses theSoho in Ottakring arts and culture festival (www.sohoinottakring.at).


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Cemeteries in ViennaViennas special relationship with death resonates throughout the city.A splendid funeral attended by a large number of mourners is agenuine tradition in Vienna.

Zentralfriedhof (Central Cemetery)www.friedhoefewien.at

In addition to its numerous honorary graves (Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Strauss, Franz Schubert and many more), the cemetery featuresthe Dr.-Karl-Lueger Memorial Church (Dr.-Karl-Lueger-Gedchtnis-kirche), a beautiful Art Nouveau church.The cemetery is located outside the city centre, but can be convenientlyreached by tram lines 6 and 71.

Cemetery of the Namelesshttp://vienna.unlike.net/locations/301561-Friedhof-der-NamenlosenThe Cemetery of the Nameless at the port of Albern, where the unknownbodies washed up by the Danube were laid to rest, is a romantic wilder-ness of old graves, flowers and trees. The cemeterys last burial tookplace in 1940. Since it is so remote, you wont stumble across it, buthave to head for it. Cross the dam and you will be alone with thenameless. The best way to approach the cemetery is to take tram line71 and get off at Hauffgasse. Then take the 76 bus to Alberner Hafen.

The nearby Gasthaus zum Friedhof der Namenlosen and itssubstantial Viennese cuisine help you to return to the living world.


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Getting out into nature

If you need some time-out from sightseeing, museums and nightlife,Vienna offers plenty of opportunities to recharge your batteries.

Hiking

Information is available at: www.wien.gv.at/english/leisure/hiking orwww.wien.info/en/sightseeing/green-vienna

Lainzer Tiergarten (Lainz Nature Reserve)For decades, this former hunting ground of Austrias imperial familyhas been a popular recreational area. At Lainz Nature Reserve animalsrun around freely, making it very likely that you will see wild boars and

other animals that live in the wood.

There are several entrances to the nature reserve. The entrance thatcan be reached most easily is Nikolaitor. Take the U4 underground lineand get off at Htteldorf (terminus); from there its a 10-minute walk tothe nature reserve. Another option is to enter the reserve throughLainzer Tor. Take the U4 to Hietzing, change to tram line 60 and get off at Hermesstrasse, then take the B60 bus to Lainzer Tor. The naturereserve is open daily during the warm season. From the beginning of November to mid-February visitors can only access the parksurrounding Hermesvilla.

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Vienna Woodswww.wien.info/en/sightseeing/excursions/vienna-woodsThe Vienna Woods are crisscrossed by a network of well-marked wal-king and hiking trails making it an ideal recreational area that can beeasily accessed by Viennas public transport.

A scenic hiking trail, City Hiking Trail 1, leads from the end of tram

line D (Beethovengang) through Viennas vineyards to Kahlenberg andback. On the way you can visit one of the famous Heurigen wine ta-verns (see page 59). The walk takes approx. 3.5 to 4 hours.Detailed information on the hiking trails is provided atwww.wien.gv.at/english/leisure/hiking/index.htm

The hills of the Vienna Woods include Viennas local mountains,

Leopoldsberg and Kahlenberg, which offer a splendid view over thecity, the vineyards and the Vienna Woods.

Kahlenberg and Leopoldsberg can be conveniently reached by taking the 38A bus from Heiligenstadt (end of U4 line).

Climbing Kahlenberg can make you work up quite a sweat during summer. Cool off by taking a dip in the nearby Krapfenwaldbad pool(see page 29).


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Go green and sporty Old Danubewww.alte-donau.info/olddanube.htmWithin easy reach of Viennas city centre (U1 to Alte Donau), the OldDanube is a recreational area much loved by Viennas citizens. Rowing,electric, pedal and sailing boats, which are all available for hire, glidegently through the water. When temperatures get too high, the public

riverside bathing pools provide welcome relief from the heat.The legendary Gnsehufl bathing pool (see page 28) is especiallyworth visiting. Numerous cafs and restaurants on the banks of theDanube, many of which can be directly accessed from the water,provide the perfect setting for waterside relaxation.

Angeliwiese is a free swimming spot with some facilities (public toilet,

drinking water) located between Birnersteig and Romaplatz. Nearbyyou find the riverside restaurant Birner with its rustic suburbancharm and authentic Viennese cooking.To get there, take the underground line U6 and get off at Neue Donau.

The Old Danube is an idyllic place away from the hustle and bustleof big-city life and is the perfect spot for romantic souls. Its delightfulatmosphere is best enjoyed in the evening hours. If you dont believeit, go and see for yourself!


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Prater www.wien.gv.at/english/environment/parks/prater.htmlWith its large meadows, woods and lakes, the Prater is a popular re-creational area right in the heart of Vienna. While runners and cycliststake over the 4.5 kilometre Prater-Hauptallee (the main boulevardthrough the Prater), the grassy areas off the Hauptallee are ideal for allkinds of ball sports. The Prater can be reached by taking the U1 under-

ground line (get off at Praterstern) and walking the remaining distanceor by tram line 1 (get off at Prater-Hauptallee). When you get off thetram, youll already find yourself surrounded by green.

Rent a bike or a cycle rickshaw at the roller coaster in the Volksprateramusement park (see page 15) and explore the area cycling along the4.5 kilometre Prater-Hauptallee. Reward yourself for the effort after-

wards by enjoying one of the delicious specialities served at Lusthaus,an idyllic Viennese restaurant at the end of Hauptallee.


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Sports in Vienna

A comprehensive guide to sports activities in Vienna is available at:www.wien.gv.at/english/environment-leisure/sports

Outdoor swimming pools

A good overview of Viennas outdoor swimming pools and theiropening hours is provided at:www.wien.gv.at/english/leisure/bath/index.htm

Gnsehufl22., Moissigasse 21, Tel. 01/269 90 16

Viennas long-established Gnsehufl riverside bathing pool is todayone of the largest swimming pools in the city. It features not only awave pool, but also boasts a big water slide.Its numerous sporting facilities can be used for all sorts of popularsporting activities.The best way to get to the Gnsehufl is to take the U1 line to Kaiser-mhlen and then either walk (10 minutes) or take the free shuttle busto the Gnsehufl.Price: day pass 5,-/afternoon pass (from 1 p.m.) 3,90


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Krapfenwaldbad19., Krapfenwaldgasse 65-73, Tel. 01/320 15 01

People dont just go to Krapfenwaldbad to swim (the pools are rathersmall), but also to enjoy the amazing view of Vienna. Other peoplethink the main reason to go there is actually to see Viennas rich andbeautiful.

To get to the swimming pool take bus 38 A from the end of the U4 line(Heiligenstadt) and get off at Krapfenwaldgasse.Price: day pass 5,-/afternoon pass (from 1:00 p.m.) 3,90

Even if youre not interested in catching a glimpse of the rich andthe beautiful, the swimming pool is really worth a visit if only for the

great view it offers of Vienna.

Indoor swimming poolsA good listing of Viennas indoor swimming pools is provided at:www.wien.gv.at/english/leisure/bath/bathlist.htm

Amalienbad10., Reumannplatz 23, Tel. 01/607 47 47

Second only to Jrgerbad, Amalienbad, which was opened in 1926, isprobably the most beautiful indoor pool in Vienna.Price: day pass (5 hours) 5,-/short-time pass (2.5 hours) 3,90


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Jrgerbad17., Jrgerstrasse 42-44, Tel. 01/406 43 05

This swimming pool, which was built in 1914, features an 88-metrelong and very fast slide. In summer, there is also an outdoor area forsunbathing and a small outdoor pool.Price: day pass (5 hours) 5,-/short-time pass (2.5 hours) 3,90

Stadthallenbad15., Vogelweidplatz 15, Tel. 01/98 100www.stadthalle.com/locations/stadthallenbad/9

With its 50-metre pool, Stadthallenbad is the perfect place forambitious water sports enthusiasts.

Currently closed due to renovation.Please check the homepage for the reopening!

Therme Wien10., Kurbadstrasse 14, Tel. 01/680 09www.thermewien.at/informationen/english

Enjoy a day of pampering in Vienna at Oberlaa thermal spa!Price: day pass 22,70/short-time passes at lower prices.


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Culture

Vienna has loads of attractions for people interested in the arts andculture. Even insiders sometimes lose track of the overwhelmingnumber of things to do and see.

Museums & exhibitionsA good and comprehensive overview is provided at:www.wien.gv.at/english/culture/museums/index.html orwww.wien.info/en/sightseeing/museums-exhibitions

Snipcards, available from wienXtra-jugendinfo and many hotelsand restaurants, offer discounts on many current exhibitions and other

cultural events.

Albertina1., Albertinaplatz 1, Tel. 01/534 83-0, www.albertina.atMon-Sun 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Wed 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

The Albertina is Viennas largest gallery and houses one of the mostcomprehensive and valuable graphic collections in the world. High-lights among the exhibits include Albrecht Drers Field Rabbit andGustav Klimts female studies.Tickets: adults 11,-/students 8,-/young people up to 19 free entrance


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Belvedere3., Prinz-Eugen-Strasse 27, Tel. 01/795 57-0, www.belvedere.atDaily 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

The Belvedere Palace houses one of Austrias major art collections,including the worlds largest collection of paintings by Gustav Klimt.Tickets: adults 11,-/students 8.50/

young people up to 19 free entrance

MAK 1., Stubenring 5, Tel. 01/711 36-0, www.mak.atWed-Sun 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Tue: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

At MAK everything revolves around design: valuable decorative arts

objects designed by the artists of Wiener Werksttte, Thonet bentwoodfurniture, a reproduction of Margarete Schtte-Lihotzkys FrankfurtKitchen and various Art Noveau highlights. If you want to add a splashof design to your home, the MAK Design Shop is well worth a visit.Tickets: adults 7,90/students 5,50/young people up to 19 free entrance

Free admission every Tuesday between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

Vienna House of Music1., Seilersttte 30, Tel. 01/513 48 50, www.haus-der-musik-wien.atDaily 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

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encounters with and experiences of music.Tickets: adults 11,-/students 9,-

KunstHausWien (Vienna Art House)3., Untere Weissgerberstrasse 13, Tel. 01/712 04 95www.kunsthauswien.comDaily 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

The architecture of KunstHausWien was ecologically redesigned by thepopular Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. In addition to thepermanent Hundertwasser exhibition, the gallery also features tempo-rary exhibitions of well-known (post-)modern artists.temporary exhibition or Hundertwasser Museum: adults 9,-/students 7,-Combi-ticket: adults 12,-/students 9,-

Every Monday (public holidays excepted) 5,- (combined ticket 6,-)

Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna1., Maria-Theresien-Platz, Tel. 01/525 24-0, www.khm.atTue-Sun 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Thu 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.,closed on Mondays

Built in 1891 to house the extensive collections of the Imperial family,the museum today counts among the worlds major art collectionsboasting a collection of outstanding classical works (Raffael, Tizian,Rembrandt, Velazquez, Drer and Breughel).Tickets: adults 12,-/students 9,-/young people up to 19 free entrance


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MQ-MuseumsQuartier 7., Museumsplatz 1, Tel. 0820 600 600, www.mqw.at

With an area of 60,000m, MuseumsQuartier is one of the ten largestcultural centres in the world. It is home to large art galleries such asLeopold Museum and MUMOK (Museum of Modern Art Ludwig Founda-tion Vienna), contemporary exhibition rooms such as Kunsthalle Wien

(Vienna Art Hall) and displays of modern architecture (Vienna Archi-tecture Centre).

ArtNight at MuseumsQuartier: every first Thursday in the monthfrom May to September. One ticket for only 9,- provides access to allexhibitions at Leopold Museum, MUMOK and Kunsthalle Wien between5 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Kunsthalle Wien (Vienna Art Hall)7., Museumsplatz 1, Tel. 01/521 89-0, www.kunsthallewien.atMon-Sun 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Thu 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Kunsthalle Wien at MuseumsQuartier focuses on presentations ofinternational contemporary art.Tickets: Exhibition 1: adults 7,-/students 4,60;Exhibition 2: adults 8,50/students 4,60combi-ticket: adults 11,50/students 5,-

Leopold Museum7., Museumsplatz 1, Tel. 01/525 70, www.leopoldmuseum.org Daily (except Tuesdays) 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.,Thu 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.


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Leopold Museum presents the worlds largest Egon Schiele collectiontogether with outstanding works by Gustav Klimt, Oskar Kokoschka,Richard Gerstl, Albin Egger-Lienz and many more.Tickets: adults 11,-/students 7,-

MUMOK 7., Museumsplatz 1, Tel. 01/525 00, www.mumok.at

Monday 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.; Tue-Sun 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.;Thu 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Mumok houses the largest collection of modern art in Austria,including genres such as Pop Art, Photo Realism, Fluxus andNouveau Ralisme.Tickets: adults 9,-/students 7,20 /

young people up to 19 free entrance

SECESSION1., Friedrichstrasse 12, Tel. 01/587 53 07, www.secession.atTue-Sun 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

The Vienna Secession was founded in 1897 as a response to the pre-vailing artistic conservatism in Vienna. The Secession continues toshow the latest contemporary art.Today the building is regarded as one of the main works of EuropeanArt Noveau. Its special highlight is the Beethovenfries by Gustav Klimt.Tickets: adults 5,-/students 4,-Exhibition inlcuding Beethovenfries: adults 8,50/students 5,-


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Westlicht. Schauplatz fr Fotografie7., Westbahnstrasse 40, Tel. 01/522 66 36-0, www.westlicht.comTue, Wed, Fri 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Thu 2:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Sat, Sun,public holidays 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.,closed on Mondays

In addition to temporary photo exhibitions, the gallery also features

a permanent display of old cameras. The annual World Press Photoexhibition is a real highlight of Viennas Westlicht gallery.Tickets: adults 6,50/students 4.-

Wien Museum Karlsplatz4., Karlsplatz, Tel. 01/505 87 47-0, www.wienmuseum.atTue-Sun and public holidays 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

The museum documents Viennas history starting with the first settle-ments on the Danube, the Roman legion camp of Vindobona, theresidence of the Babenberg dukes and the 640 years of the Habsburg reign to our present day.In addition, it shows ongoing temporary exhibitions on Viennas(everyday) history and citizens.Tickets (permanent and special exhibitions): adults 8,-/students 6,-/young people up to 19 free entrance

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Opera/Classical Concerts/Theatre/MusicalVienna is the city of high culture and of high prices for tickets tohigh-culture events.But if you take a closer look, its not that difficult to see a sensationalopera performance starring Anna Netrebko or the latest musical at aknock-down price.

The Vienna Tourist Boards events data base athttp://events.wien.info/english/EventSearch.htm provides anexcellent overview of the most important cultural events in Vienna.

The Wiener Festwochen Festival (www.festwochen.at), which takesplace every year between May and June, offers top-quality music andtheatre performances, including numerous debut performances, new

productions and European premieres, partly in other languages thanGerman.

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Opera Vienna State Opera1., Opernring 2, Tel. 01/514 44-2250, www.wiener-staatsoper.atFederal Theatres Box Office: 1., Operngasse 2, Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-6:00p.m., Sat, Sun, public holidays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

The Vienna State Opera is one the most famous opera houses in the

world. Every day there is a different opera or ballet performance. On asmall screen you can read the transcribed lyrics in English.

Special student tickets: 7,- to 11,-; tickets are available 30 minutesbefore the performance at the evening box office (entrance: Opernring 2 or Herbert von Karajan-Platz 1).No performances in July and August!

Standing room tickets (no restrictions): 3,- to 4,-Standing room tickets are available only from the evening box office forstanding room tickets (entrance at Operngasse). The box office opens80 minutes before the performance starts. Standing room tickets aregreatly sought after, so make sure to queue early!

Volksoper 9., Whringer Strasse 78, Tel. 01/514 44-3670, www.volksoper.atFederal Theaters Box Office: 1., Operngasse 2Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sat, Sun,public holidays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon


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The second opera house in Vienna stages operettas, traditionalmusicals and operas in German language (English surtitles).

Special student tickets: 12,- available 20 minutes before theperformance at the evening box office.No performances in July and August!

Standing room tickets (no restrictions): 2,50 to 3,-; standing room tickets are available in advance and if not already sold out atthe evening box office.

Theater an der Wien Das Neue Opernhaus6., Linke Wienzeile 6, Tel. 01/588 85, www.theater-wien.at

Box office: Mon-Sat 10:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

In the past musicals were staged here, now operas and concerts are onthe programme. The music ranges from baroque to modern.

Special student tickets: opera 15,-/concerts 10,-; available 30minutes before the performance at the evening box office!Performances continue during the summer months!

Standing room tickets (no restrictions): 7,-; available 1 hourbefore the performance at the evening box office!


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Classical concertsMusikverein1., Bsendorferstrasse 12, Tel. 01/505 81 90, www.musikverein.atMon-Fri 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Sat 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

The Musikverein concert hall is the home base of the world-famousVienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Its also where they play their annual

New Years Concert.

Standing room tickets: 5,- to 6,-; ticket sale commences 7 weeksbefore the concert. (Attention: not for all concerts).

KonzerthausWien1., Lothringerstrasse 20, Tel. 01/24 20 02, www.konzerthaus.at

Box office: Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.-7:45 p.m., Sat 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Special student tickets: 14,-Ticket sale starts 45 minutes before the concerts starts.Note: Student tickets are not available for all concerts, so call inadvance to check!

University of Music and Performing Arts3., Anton-von-Webern-Platz 1, Tel. 01/711 55, www3.mdw.ac.at

If you are interested in music, the concerts at the University of Music and Performing Arts offer an excellent opportunity to enjoy high-quality concerts at unrivalled prices (because most of them are free!).


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TheatreAn overview of all of Viennas theatres is available at:www.wien.info/en/music-stage-shows/theaterInformation on Viennas independent theatre scene can be found at:www.theaterspielplan.at

Burgtheater

1., Dr.-Karl-Lueger-Ring 2, Tel. 01/514 44-4440, www.burgtheater.atMon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sat, Sun and public holidays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

The Burgtheater, an architectural jewel, is not only one of the mostimportant theatres in the German-speaking world but also the second-oldest theatre in Europe.

Last-minute-ticket: 1 hour before the performance a 50% discount onevery ticket is available at the evening box office.Tickets for pupils, students (up to the age of 27) and apprentices: 8,-;available in advance and if the performance is not sold out 30minutes before the performance at the evening box office.No performances in July and August!

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Discounted tickets: available daily from 2:00 p.m., 25% discount on allavailable tickets on the day of the performance at the Vienna TicketPavilion. (1., Herbert-v.-Karajan-Platz, next to the State Opera)Special student tickets: 15,- (30 minutes before the performance)

Standing room tickets: The ticket sale commences one week beforethe show. Be aware that the tickets are sold out within a short period of

time.Last-minute-ticket: 1 hour before the performance a 50% discount onall remaining tickets is available at the evening box office. (Please callin advance.)

Cinema

If the weather is bad or if theres just not much going on in the city, atrip to the cinema might be just the thing, particularly as a small butsophisticated arthouse scene has established itself in Vienna, provi-ding an artistic contrast to the citys numerous multiplex cinemachains. Many cinemas have also become a key attraction of Viennasnightlife.

Every year, from the middle to the end of October, Vienna hostsAustrias major film festival, the Viennale festival (www.viennale.at).The programme includes premiers, retrospectives and documentaries inoriginal language. Be sure to buy your tickets in time!

A comprehensive overview of all cinemas in Vienna showing films inoriginal language: http://film.at/filmat_ov/cinemalist.php


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Breitenseer Lichtspiele14., Breitenseer Strasse 21, Tel. 01/982 21 73, www.bsl.at.tf (German)

This Art Noveau cinema established in 1905 is the oldest operatingcinema in Vienna!

wienXtra-cinemagic Kinder- und Jugendkino

1., Friedrichstrasse 4, Tel. 01/4000 83 400, www.cinemagic.at (German)

Every Thursday, cinemagic shows high-quality films as part of itsmovieZ programme. Tickets for young people up to 25 cost 4,50,adults pay 6,-

Filmcasino

5., Margaretenstrasse 78, Tel. 01/587 90 62, www.filmcasino.at (German)

A gem of 1950s architecture!

Gartenbau1., Parkring 12, Tel. 01/512 23 54, www.gartenbaukino.at (German)

Constructed in 1960, Gartenbaukino especially impresses its audiencewith its size (736 seats) and its unusual architecture!


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Knstlerhauskino1., Akademiestrasse 13, Tel. 01/505 43 28www.k-haus.at/kino/index.html

Apart from Gartenbaukino, Knstlerhauskino is the last existing largesingle-screen cinema in Vienna. Its auditorium is said to be one of themost beautiful in the city.

Schikaneder Kino4., Margaretenstrasse 24, Tel. 01/585 28 67www.schikaneder.at (German)

In addition to screening high-quality art films, the Schikaneder alsoserves as night-time meeting place for Viennas creative scene.

Stadtkino3., Schwarzenbergplatz 7-8, Tel. 01/712 62 76/0www.stadtkinowien.at (German)

Top-Kino6., Rahlgasse 1 (Ecke Theobaldgasse), Tel. 01/ 208 30 00www.topkino.at (German)

Top Kino doesnt only screen high quality art films but also runsa relaxed bar.

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Open-air cinemasIn July and August, numerous open-air cinemas show a variety ofinteresting films on huge screens.A comprehensive overview of all open-air cinemas and their progammeis provided at www.sommerkino.at

Arena-Sommerkino

3., Baumgasse 80, Tel. 01/798 85 95, www.arena.co.at (German)

Kino wie noch nie2., Obere Augartenstrasse 1E, Tel. 0800/808 133, www.kinowienochnie.at

Kino am Dach7., Main Library on the Grtel, Urban-Loritz-Platz 2a

Tel. 0699/11 36 69 47, www.kinoamdach.at

Kino unter Sternen4., Karlsplatz, www.kinountersternen.at

Free admission!

Kino im Schloss Neugebude11., Ottmar-Brix-Gasse 1, www.schlossneugebaeude.at (German)

Volxkino-Open-Air-WanderkinoTel. 01/219 85 45-80, www.volxkino.at (German)Films are shown in different locations all around Vienna.

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Food and drink

As you are bound to get hungry at some point during your stay inVienna and probably want to avoid the classic tourist traps, we have afew tips for you.

Like other large cities in Europe, Vienna offers you plenty of opportuni-

ties to sample cuisines from every corner of the world. Yet despite thisinternationalisation, many establishments in Austria and particularly inVienna serve typical Austrian cuisine. It can be found both in smallViennese Beisl and in elegant restaurants.

An excellent guide to Viennas restaurants and the famous VienneseKaffeehuser is provided in the section Wien wie es isst at

www.falter.at (German) or at http://vienna.unlike.net!

The establishments presented below are tips provided by staff membersof wienXtra-jugendinfo, ranging from low-priced student eateries tomore exclusive restaurants for a special evening out.

Since travel funds are usually limited, our focus was on good value ataffordable prices.

Many establishments in Vienna offer special lunches. These mealsare usually served between 12:00 noon and 2:30 p.m. and provideexcellent value for money. For a price of around 6,-, you can eat yourfill at many restaurants!


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Eating out at low pricesOne of the cheapest ways to eat out in Vienna is to have a meal at oneof Viennas university refectories. In the last few years, they haverefurbished their image with regard to quality and variety of choice!

Afro-Asiatische Mensa9., Trkenstrasse 3, Tel. 0699/18 17 51 44, www.aai-wien.at (German)

Mon-Fri 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., two set meals (vegetarian or meat),One of the three winners of the 2011 refectory test by the newspaperKurier!

Mensa Markt der WU Wien9., Augasse 2-6, Tel. 01/310 57 18, www.mensen.at (German)Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

buffet breakfast; cold and hot buffet lunch, set lunches (Mon-Fri 11:00a.m.-2:30 p.m.)

Low-priced but good cafs and restaurantsIf you want a change from refectory food in your holidays, try one of Viennas classic student Beisl. They offer great food at low prices!

Caf Rdigerhof 5., Hamburgerstrasse 20, Tel. 01/586 31 38Open daily from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m., caf with a very pleasant andhomely atmosphere in a beautiful Art Nouveau building, home-stylemeals and home-made desserts. A special highlight during the warmseason is the cafs fabulously large natural garden.


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Centimeter I (for other branches see their website)8., Lenaugasse 11 Tel. 01/470 060 641, www.centimeter.at (German)Mon-Thu 10:00 a.m.-12:00 midnight., Fri 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m.,Sat 11:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m., Sun and public holidays 11:00 a.m.-12:00midnight, pub and restaurant with a rustic barn atmosphere,huge portions.

Der Wiener Deewan9., Liechtensteinstrasse 10, Tel. 01/925 11 85Mon-Sat 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., new urban-style Pakistani restaurantserving excellent cuisine!

Der Wiener Deewan is a Pay-as-you-wish restaurant which hasa somewhat laissez-faire approach to prices. Guests only pay the price

they want to pay or can afford! (Set prices for beverages!)

Kantine m1017., MuseumsQuartier Tel. 01/596 51 73, www.kantine.at (German)Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m., Sat 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m., Sun, publicholidays closed, Kantine serves excellent and affordable internationalcuisine in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. Beautiful garden!

Kent16., Brunnengasse 67, Tel. 01/405 91 73www.kent-restaurant.at (German)Open daily from 6:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m., Turkish cuisine, large garden,multi-culti at its best!


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Merkur 8., Florianigasse 18, Tel. 01/990 54 13, www.cafemerkur.at (German)Open daily from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m., international cuisine, set lunches(vegetarian and meat), outdoor area

Natsu Sushi Bar 6., Gumpendorfer Strasse 45, Tel. 01/581 27 00, www.natsu-sushi.at

Open daily from 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., former insider tip which nowhas become popular among lovers of affordable but excellent sushi.

Viennas cheapest Sushi restaurants!

Pizzeria Mafiosi15., Reindorfgasse 15, Tel. 01/892 72 28

Open daily from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 midnight, pizza and pasta, salad,very popular among students, garden restaurant

Viennas cheapest Italian restaurant!

Gasthaus "Zu den 2 Lieserln"7., Burggasse 63, Tel. 01/523 32 82, www.2lieserln.atTue-Sat 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Sun 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.Viennese cooking and charm, big portions, fair prices; outdoor area

Tunnel8., Florianigasse 39, Tel. 01/947 57 20, www.tunnel-vienna-live.atOpen daily from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m., international cuisine, pizza, dailylive music, garden


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International cuisineIl Sestante8., Piaristengasse 50, Tel. 01/402 98 94, www.sestante.at (German)Open daily 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m., excellent Italian cuisine focusing onregional specialties from Calabria, boasting a marvellous outdoor areaon a beautiful old Viennese square.

Ramien6., Gumpendorfer Strasse 9, Tel. 01/585 47 98www.ramien.at (German)Tue-Sun 11:00 a.m.-12:00 midnight, large and bright Asian restaurantin cool design; basement houses a dance lounge.

Xus Cooking

7., Kaiserstrasse 45, Tel. 01/523 10 91, www.xus-cooking.atMon-Sun 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m.vegetarian specialties from Taiwan

Heuriger (traditional Viennese wine-taverns)Weinbau Zawodsky 19., Reinischgasse 3, Tel. 01/320 79 782, www.zawodsky.at (German)To get there, take tram line 38 (stop: Paradisgasse). For opening hourscheck the homepage or call ahead.

Buschenschank Wagner 19., Wildgrube 48, Tel. 0650/738 00 03, www.wildgrube48.at (German)This insider tip is located outdoors directly in the vineyards. To getthere, take tram line 38 (stop: Grinzing). For opening hours check thehomepage or call ahead.


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10er Marie16., Ottakringer Strae 222-224, Tel. 01/489 46 47www.fuhrgassl-huber.atMon-Sat 15:00-24:00, Sun closedTo get there, take tram line 46 (stop: Thaliastrae/Maroltingergasse)or tram line 2 (stop: Johannes-Krawarik-Gasse).

Brunch & BreakfastFancy stretching out breakfast and brunch until well into the late after-noon? Then the following establishments are the right places to go:

Europa7., Zollergasse 8, Tel. 01/526 33 83, www.europa-lager.at (German)Open daily from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 a.m., The Europa has become an

extended living room for many locals in Viennas 7th municipaldistrict. Sun, public holidays: buffet breakfast; during the week, theEuropa serves everything from Viennese and whole food breakfast to atraditional English fry-up; outdoor area in boldly modern design.

Point of Sale4., Operngasse 36, Tel. 01/890 22 48 15www.thepointofsale.at (German)Open daily from 7:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m., popular breakfast and brunchestablishment in the Freihausviertel area, outdoor area.


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Nightlife

Whilst Viennas nightlife was something of a non-starter during the80s, the early 90s saw a small but first-rate clubbing scene develop.This was driven mostly by the success of Viennas electronic scene (forexample Kruder and Dorfmeister), which still dominates in many clubs.Here are some pointers to the most important clubs in the city!

Adriawien1., Donaukanal, Tel. 0660/312 47 03, www.adriawien.atEven though its not advisable to take a swim near this beach bar,this relaxed beach spot with its summerly atmosphere, cocktail bar andchill out music right in the city is predestined to brighten ones mood.

Arena3., Baumgasse 80, Tel. 01/798 85 95, www.arena.co.at (German)After its bloody decades as an abattoir, the time had come to makesomething out of the Arena. Originally taken over by squatters, theArena then became a semi-autonomous cultural center and since thenhas become THE cult location for punk, rock, hardcore, alternative,indie, ska, electronic and pretty much any music guaranteed to put youin the mood to party!


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B728., Hernalser Grtelbogen 72, Tel. 01/409 21 28, www.b72.at (German)The young side of the U6 arches! Indie, alternative, hip-hop and morein the club where you can be sure that an underground train willthunder over your head and it wont even hurt!

Badeschiff

1., Donaukanal between Schwedenbrcke and UraniaTel. 0660/158 67 18, www.badeschiff.at (German)Viennas new navy! Or, better put, the amazing transformation of adiscarded barge from the Danube into one of the hippest locations inthe city. The water of the Danube flowing past the Badeschiff lookssomewhat uninviting when compared to the swimming pool on the topdeck. The bottom deck, in what used to be the barges hold, rocks to

electro, techno and indie beats.

Caf Carina8., Josefstdter Strasse 84, Tel. 0699/818 346 58www.cafe-carina.at (German)What usually happens when a train station restaurant (in this case anold tube station pub) gets taken over? Absolutely nothing! Right? Thiscase, however, is different. With live acts youve never heard of taking to the stage every day, free entry, sometimes with voluntary donationsafter the gig, a really mixed crowd in the audience, the whole thing is abit crazybut not without its charm!


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Caf Leopold7., Museumsplatz 1, Tel. 01/523 67 32, www.cafe-leopold.at (German)Well, arent we looking smart today?! The caf is a hit with touristsduring the day, with its top location in hot spot Museumsquartier, andis the meeting place for the citys marketing crowd, but transformsitself in the evening: the volume gets pumped up, the beats start todrop and house, techno and the like take over. The only common theme

is the Well, arent we looking smart today?!Style meets beats inMuQua.

Caf Willendorf 6., Linke Wienzeile 102, Tel. 01/587 17 89www.cafe-willendorf.at (German)The queen of Viennas gay and lesbian scene is Caf Willendorf. As the

food here is also top-notch, the place is always packed. If possible, callto reserve in advance!

Chelsea8., Lerchenfelder Grtel/Grtelbogen 29-31, Tel. 01/407 93 09,www.chelsea.co.atThe veteran of the clubs on Viennas Grtel! Before it had even occurredto anyone that the space beneath the loud underground line would beideal for noisier events, one music and football maniac had already setup camp here and delivered the starting shot to legends live longer.The music ranges from intimate indie concerts to 80s party (Fridays),alternative and dancehall reggae and you can still watch all the impor-tant footie matches on the widescreen.


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Club U4., Karlsplatz (in the Knstlerhaus passage), Tel. 01/505 99 04www.club-u.atDuring the day, Club U in the Knstlerhaus passage is a cafat night itturns into a chilled and funky location for indie, new electronica, souland other crazy sounds underneath the Knstlerhaus.

Flex 1., Donaukanal (at Augartenbrcke), Tel. 01/533 75 25www.flex.atFlex has established itself over the years as one of the top locationswhen it comes to techno, alternative and thumping electronic music.In the distant past, Flex was part of the roughest underground scenebut today it has earned its place in the alternative mainstream. The old

underground line tunnels on the Danube canal are a top location.

FlucWanne2., Praterstern 5, www.fluc.at (German)What do the poor old pedestrians do now? The underpass which wasintended for them was walled up, a door built into it and the cult Fluc,which previously resided in several containers above the underpass,suddenly had a location for concerts and massive parties with electro,bass, electronic new years firecrackers and avant-garde sounds.Visually, Fluc sticks religiously to steel and concrete and what thepedestrians do? Wellno idea, but theres been nothing in the papersabout any bloodbaths in the streets yet!


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ost klub4., Schwarzenbergplatz 10, Tel. 01/505 62 28, www.ost-klub.atWhen ost klub opened its doors, nobody thought it would lastBalkangroove in Vienna, Russian Disco on Schwarzenbergplatz? How wrong they were! A success story taking in blasts of Balkan brass, gypsysounds, oriental funk, ska and a whole load of subgenres in a stylishsetting and at reasonable prices.

Passage1., Babenberger Passage, Tel. 01/961 88 00, www.sunshine.atUnderground, straight-and-up house competes with Alpine kitsch, 80snostalgia and a clientele, which doesnt seem to care about the music.This is the place to see and be seen right under the Ring.

Porgy & Bess1., Riemergasse 11, Tel. 01/512 88 11, www.porgy.atThe city centre is dead musically? Rubbish! A genuine temple of urbanmusic culture can be found in the midst of the otherwise quiet streetsbetween Krntnerstrasse and Stadtpark in a former nightclub, whichoozes flair and style. Progressive jazz and electronic-heavy party in thecity centre.


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Pratersauna2., Waldsteingartenstrae 13 (Prater Hauptallee), Tel. 01/72 91 927www.pratersauna.tvPartying in a sauna surrounded by nature? In a metropolis? Its possiblein the Pratersauna! Although taking a sauna there is not an option anylonger, the hippest sounds ranging from electronic to indie will surelybring party people out in a sweat. Sometimes its even possible to cool

off in the pool. The term hot spot is definitely justified in this case.

Rhiz8., Grtelbogen 37&38, Tel. 01/409 25 05, http://rhiz.org Cult club in the Avant garde and electrifying Bohemia scene! Blubber-sound electronic music, relaxed and funky beats, people who spendthe whole night reading books whilst everyone else dances and engages

in lively discussions next to them. Living room meets nightclub, recordermeets electronic, home organs sway to the beat of pulsating percussion.The club with a difference!


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Schikaneder 4., Margaretenstrasse 24, Tel. 01/585 28 67www.schikaneder.at (German)What do you do if youve just gone and bought a cinema and realisedthat its the film distributers who make all the money and that cinemaaudiences arent interested in small venues? You put your thinking capon and convert the foyer into a bar and club, get some cool people from

the music scene who have no shame when it comes to disco, electronicand indie to take over the turntables and, well, you live with it!

Strandbar Hermann1., Donaukanal (U1/U4 station Schwedenplatz at Urania)Tel. 0688/866 60 36, www.strandbarherrmann.at (German)Crowned as one of three hotspots (not just in Vienna but in Europe) by

various magazines, if you manage to find a free spot, this is the placeto bury your toes in the Sand, lie under a sunshade, drink a few cock-tails and enjoy the sun with everyone else whilst complaining aboutthe quality of the waterSand unfortunately doesnt always meantheres a sea nearby, but sometimes just water that flows by

Viper Room3., Landstrasser Hauptstrasse 38, www.viper-room.at (German)Quite a few floors below the Landstrasse, there is a vault where its nota good idea to ask the DJ to play some hip-hop, but better a track fromthe broad genre of metal, dark wave, EBM, Goth, Doom theyve prettymuch got everything covered.


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Volksgarten1., Burgring, Tel. 01/532 42 41, www.volksgarten.at (German)Glitz, glamour and sophisticationthis dance temple for the rich andbeautiful (or wannabees) has been around for decades and is the placefor them to shake their hips to chart anthems, RnB, techno beats ordancehall reggae.

WUK 9., Whringer Strasse 59, Tel. 01/401 21-0, www.wuk.atIn a former life a school, this culture building is home to a range ofmultifunctional studios covering pretty much everything from a humanrights organisation to a bike shop. There is also one of the best stagesin the city with a brilliant handpicked programme of indie, alternative,songwriter, hip-hop and electronic sounds.


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Useful tips

Public transport in ViennaTickets (Latest update: 1.2.2012)

current price new price fromMay 1, 2012

Single ticketIf bought in advance: (15 years) 1,80 2,00

If purchased in the bus/tram: (15 years) 2,20 2,20

Tickets purchased by mobile phoneSend a text message to 0828/20 200 with the text:Wien Single (valid for 90 minutes) 2,20 2,50Wien Day (valid for 1 day) 4,20 4,90

Travel passes

Shopping pass(valid on workdays from 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m.) 4,60 5,4024 hour travel pass 5,70 6,7048 hour travel pass 10,00 11,7072 hour travel pass 13,60 14,50Vienna pass(72 hours + discounts for museums, restaurants, etc.) 18,50 19,907 Day travel pass (MoMo 9:00 a.m.) 14,00 15,008 Day travel pass 28,80 33,80

Monthly travel pass 49,50 45,00

Customer service line: (01) 7909 - 100Tickets available at shop.wienerlinien.atFor timetable enquiries and other information visit www.wienerlinien.at.

Nightline/UndergroundFor night owls the underground operates on Fridays, Saturdays and public holi-days around the clock. During the week you can use one of the several nightlinebusses. The busses operate in 30-minute intervals. As the schedule is quite com-plicated, please ask at your hostel or hotel for further information. You can getprinted timetables at the wienxtra-jugendinfo or online at: www.wienerlinien.at.


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Airport linkshttp://oebb.at/

Of course you can also take the bus or a taxi to the airport. Thecheapest way to get there, however, is by using the S7 rapid transitrailway line. Trains run every half hour from Wien Mitte railway station.The journey to the airport takes about 30 minutes. Tickets cost 3,60;

if you have a valid public transport ticket for Vienna, the price is only 1,80.

Important phone numbersEmergency numbersEuropean emergency number: Tel. 112Fire brigade: Tel. 122

Police: Tel. 133Ambulance: Tel. 144

TaxisTel. 01/401 00Tel. 01/601 60Tel. 01/313 00


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InternetwienXtra-jugendinfo1., Babenbergerstrasse 1, 01/4000-84 100www.jugendinfowien.athttp://foren.wienxtra.at, Mon, Tue, Wed 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.Thu, Fri, Sat 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.wienXtra-jugendinfo provides free wireless LAN. Alternatively you can

use our internet point for up to 30 minutes for free.

Surfland1., Krugerstrasse 10, Tel. 01/512 77 01, www.surfland.atMo-So 10:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.Here you can save your pictures onto CD, use Skype for Internet phonecalls, etc. The first 15 minutes cost 2,90. The following 15 minutes

cost 1,-.

Outside Viennas city centre you will find a lot of small Internetshops, where you can surf the Net from 1.50 per hour!

Wireless LANWireless LAN has become a standard feature in Vienna and is offeredby many cafs, bars and restaurants. Information on access points isavaiable at: www.freewave.at

Free wireless LAN is available across the entire premises ofMuseumsQuartier.


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PUBLISHING DATA:Media owner and publisher: wienXtra ein junges Stadtprogramm Association incooperation with the Youth Section of Municipal Department 13, Friedrich-Schmidt-Platz 5, 1082 ViennaResponsible for content: Stefan KhneEdited by: Philipp GrothContributions from: Hartmut Grbner, Michaela Mnster

Graphic design by: Stefan RauterPrinted by: Walla, 1050 ViennaFeb 2012. (2nd edition)


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