Vienna

In 2025, Vienna celebrates the 200^th birthday of Johann Strauss II. Exciting experiences await groups, from art exhibitions and an audio walk to hidden Strauss locations to a themed escape room. The Strauss Year also features numerous anniversary concerts and special programs across the city.

Learn the world-famous Viennese waltz – in dance schools, workshops, or at the ball at Rochusmarkt. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, everyone can join in! Feel the magic, the swing, and the elegance of Vienna. Treat yourself to a waltz experience and spin your way into delight!

At the House of Music, take the virtual podium and conduct the Danube Waltz yourself. Playful, interactive, and unforgettable – experience Strauss in a way you’ve never imagined. Become part of the orchestra and feel the music come alive!

Experience the Vienna Ferris Wheel every Sunday like never before  – accompanied by Strauss music and a performance by theaternyx. Waltzes carry you high above the city as Vienna sways to the rhythm. A magical experience filled with romance, nostalgia, and goosebumps. Reserve your spot now!

Discover the escape room «The Shadows of Doubt  – Inside the Mind of Genius» at the MuseumsQuartier! Step into the mind of Johann Strauss, solve creative puzzles, and experience art up close. This interactive adventure combines excitement, music, and inspiration – dive in and join the challenge!

Many musical geniuses made their careers in Vienna: Mozart, Strauss, Beethoven. In the House of Music, you are introduced to the world of tones and sounds in a playful way and according to the latest didactic findings.

Nothing boring. Much of the programme is interactive and visitors can even pick up the baton themselves and conduct their orchestra through the famous compositions.

One of the most famous musicals of all time is finally back in Vienna. Experience the spectacular new production by legendary producer Cameron Mackintosh (MARY POPPINS, MISS SAIGON) of Andrew Lloyd Webber's world-famous masterpiece. The original production is one of the most successful musicals of all time, with more than 160 million visitors in productions in 46 countries, 195 cities and in 21 languages. The production impresses with many breathtaking special effects - including the legendary chandelier - the popular story and the romantic music, accompanied by a large VBW orchestra. Experience an extraordinary musical evening full of great emotions, undying love and gripping passion!

Play times: Tue & Wed 18h30, Thu-Sat 19h30, add. Sat 15h00, Sun 14h00 (duration: 2h30) - from CHF 149

He was a superstar - he was popular. The latest VBW in-house production tells the exciting story of the young Viennese musician Hans Hölzel and his rise to global stardom as ‘Falco’. Immerse yourself in Falco's eventful life and embark on an exciting journey through emotions, successes, escapades and the recurring inner turmoil of the ‘Falcon’. Look forward to an impressive stage show, thrilling choreography, an elaborate stage set, dazzling costumes - and of course Falco's unforgettable music.

Play times: Tue & Wed 18h30, Thu-Sat 19h30, Sun 14h00 (duration: 2h45) - from CHF 149

KLIMT ⇄ WARHOL
The Heidi Horten Collection is THE new attraction in Vienna and is characterised by masterpieces of Classic Modernism & Pop Art.
The museum's permanent exhibition shows icons by Klimt, Chagall, Magritte, Picasso, Warhol and many more that touch the mind and heart.

Special exhibition:
LIGHT SOUND SENSES

The MuseumsQuartier - MQ for short - is one of the largest cultural centres in the world.

The trendy meeting place exudes an urban lifestyle and attracts visitors with its squares, shops, bars and restaurants over an area of 60'000 square metres. The neighbourhood was built on the site of the former imperial court stables and combines old and new, baroque and modern. There are a total of 4 museums on the site. The white cube of the Leopold Museum houses works by Egon Schiele and is dedicated to Viennese Art Nouveau. The Museum of Modern Art or MuMok and the nearby Kunsthalle present the big names in contemporary art. 

Did you know that Vienna is the only capital city in the world with a significant wine-growing area within its city limits?

From spring to autumn, it is a tradition in Vienna to meet up at the Heurigen. In these idyllic pubs with a convivial atmosphere, the winegrowers serve their young wines in cosy parlours and secluded gardens, accompanied by delicious food! Our tip: Mayer am Pfarrplatz

We also recommend a hike through the vines, for example on the Nussberg. The reward there is a glass of wine in the wine tavern of the renowned organic winemaker Wieninger. The view over the whole city will make your heart beat faster.

It all began in 1683 with 500 coffee sacks left behind by the Turks as they fled their failed assault on Vienna. In the 19th century, the coffee house became the living room of poets and thinkers. Since 2011, Vienna's coffee houses have been part of UNESCO's intangible world cultural heritage. With over 20 coffee variations, coffee is a cult favourite for Viennese and visitors alike. How about a Melange, a rushed Neumann, a Einspänner or Fiaker?

The beautiful, traditional coffee houses can be found all over the city centre. One example is the classically elegant Café Landtmann, which is considered the oldest coffee house on the Ringstrasse.

Jarosinski & Vaugoin has been celebrating the art of silversmithing since 1847. Each piece is made by hand in the traditional Viennese workshop and the manufactory is recognised as one of the best in Europe. The master silversmiths use the precious material silver to create unique pieces of tableware and customised works of art.

Modern tableware collections are also created in collaboration with contemporary designers, which were last honoured with the Design Award from the renowned Wallpaper magazine in 2020.

Where grandma and grandad are passionate about baking cakes for everyone to enjoy. Active pensioners impress with their family recipes and regularly meet other like-minded people of the same age or the members of the service team and customers.

A charming idea that also generates a few extra euros for the pensioners' household budgets. A must-see when visiting Vienna.