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On the ^18th and top floor of the Sofitel, an old-fashioned Viennese bar in a modern space with a panoramic view of Vienna. Das Loft's decor is futuristic: the bar's ceiling is a multicolored fresco, and the building's architecture contrasts with imperial Vienna. An ideal spot to enjoy a cocktail with friends or lovers at dusk. It's also a gourmet restaurant. But restaurant or bar, it's best to reserve your table. Royal brunch on Sundays and sumptuous breakfasts every day. Another bar on the first floor.

The Viennese address of this brand present in several trendy capitals. We love this hotel-restaurant-rooftop by the 25hours label, close to the MQ (MuseumsQuartier). The trendy, cosy bar is located on the hotel's top floor, with a terrace overlooking Vienna's west side. The atmosphere is relaxed and the electro music cool, perfect for getting the evening off to a good start. The hotel, with its circus-themed rooms and suites, and the restaurant, 1500 Foodmakers, are also great value for money. A complete and stylish home.

This great house of linztorte secrets has a dozen addresses in Linz. This one is our favorite. On the heights of the city, it offers a panoramic and very pleasant stopover in a charming site accessible by the historic streetcar. Very reasonable rates and friendly service. Tip: the Jindrak in the city center organizes pastry classes to learn how to make linztorte. You can also stock up on linztorte in its red gingham packaging... Underneath the tearoom, a photographic exhibition gallery.

It's the city's discotheque, praised by all and prized by the VIP youth, schickimicki in German. Located in the Volksgarten, the setting is truly stunning! You've rarely seen a nightclub in an imperial palace... The music is of good quality, and despite the "m'as-tu-vu" atmosphere, the discotheque is pleasant and frankly original, a must-see if you like clubbing. Especially since there's plenty of themed clubbing, DJs and a wide variety of evenings.

One of Vienna's unmissable nightclubs. Under the Otto Wagner arcades of a former underground line, the Flex is an underground and progressive address. Star DJs from the techno and drum'n'bass scene, the most popular stars from the alternative music scene and the world of dance regularly visit the Flex. Clientele of students and artists. On the decoration side, in the large hall that hosts concerts (about two a week), a lighted scrolling panel displays the verses of poets connected by Internet to the Flex .

Hello Cuba! Here is a great classic of the "Bermuda Triangle": a rum and cocktail bar, whose warm and cosy atmosphere, with a background of Latin or Caribbean music, is very much appreciated. It's very small and a decor of Amazonian jungle completes the change of scenery. The Ron Con Soda would be a replica of a Cuban bar on the outskirts of Havana. It's a pity that the trip is reserved for a small number of chosen people, because the size of the room doesn't allow for as many people as in the neighbouring bars. But this one has its followers!

Rum and coconut ambience at this address where the temperature rises as the night gets darker. The wealthy clientele of Vienna rub shoulders here with the golden youth who come to listen to the mixes of a DJ. In any case, everyone appreciates the cosy setting of the used leather armchairs where it is nice to sit down and chat for hours. For exoticism, one will place oneself in the shade of the palm tree planted in the middle, with its colourful cocktail. For a festive yet classy evening. Possibility to eat at the club's restaurant.

A cocktail bar designed by Adolf Loos, an emblematic figure of the Viennese artistic revival. The bar has retained its original decoration, making it a living museum. A set of mirrors gives the place a certain dimension. Only 27^m2 for this tiny bar whose size is inversely proportional to its success. A hushed atmosphere despite the roughness of the materials used (glass, metal). Come early if you want to sit down, the Loos is quickly full. Impeccable service, excellent coffee and a large choice of cocktails concocted by top bartenders.

The Jugendstil friezes that adorn the walls of the "Black Camel" are worth the trip alone. The establishment, which dates back to the year 1618, is designed as a wine bar. There is an excellent selection of bottles to taste on the premises or to take away. The atmosphere is a bit Latin, with a bar full of delicatessen, sandwiches, tramezzini or simple sandwiches, including a variant with the best ham in Vienna. Admittedly it's rather expensive, but the place is lively and widely appreciated by the local clientele. Also a restaurant.

The Schikaneder is an alternative hangout for Viennese youth and offers an underground setting: large, comfortable peeled armchairs sit alongside odd wooden chairs, while on one of the walls you can enjoy silent projections. Funk and electro music are in the spotlight here and the DJs are inspired. This offbeat place is next to a cinema, the Kino, whose programming consists mainly of documentaries and auteur films. The Schikaneder hosts interventions by artists. Long drinks menu and reasonable prices.

It is a second hall of the Theater an der Wien. The wide range of works in the Kammeroper's repertoire complements its programming and provides another perspective on the classical operatic world. The JET ensemble, led by young professional musicians, breathes new life into this traditional genre, which sometimes needs a little dusting off. The Kammeroper occupies a small establishment tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac near Schwedenplatz. And you'll discover contemporary versions of opera and operetta.

It is THE Viennese reference in terms of jazzy concerts and a really nice and warm atmosphere. Here, concerts and high-flying jazz improvisations take place, attracting jazz lovers from far and wide to attend new evenings each time in a pretty, round hall with exceptional acoustics. The address has thus become a cosy and friendly meeting point for jazz lovers. The programming of jazz or world artists, of international or local renown, is always of quality.

Broadcast many French films.

One of Vienna's cult halls for the seventh art. It attracts by its sharp programming the informed cinephiles around a cinema d'auteur most often engaged, even militant. The Stadtkino, which screens its films in their original version, regularly shows French films or films by French-speaking directors, those of the Dardenne brothers for example. It's an opportunity to enjoy a Viennese cinema without language barriers. This cinema schedules night-time screenings at weekends and Sunday matinees.

Festivals of liturgical music often take place, especially in the spring. Concerts open to the public, usually take place on Sunday morning. Non-religious concerts (especially organ) are also common, this time paid.

Opened in 1972, it's Vienna's oldest jazz club still in operation! It boasts a solid reputation and a loyal clientele, as well as regular musicians. It was this pioneering work that gave birth to the current jazz scene in Vienne. This jazz club continues to invite Austrian and international jazz stars to the stage. You'll appreciate its warm atmosphere and the quality of its concerts. The decor is splendid: vaulted ceilings, wood and exposed stone. If you're feeling a little hungry, there's plenty of food on the premises.

This wine bar is located in the vineyards north of Krems. It's just as much a place for elbowing as for tilting the bowl, but with distinction all the same. This heuriger has the good taste to offer a few good organic bottles, as well as a very pleasant picnic formula in the vineyards. There's also a gastronomic table with a perfect match between food and wine (of course!), the chance to visit the cellars and even to sleep in luxurious rooms. A number of privileged guests reserve the premises for their weddings.

This is the ancestor of the Gürtel phenomenon, the first of the establishments that today make the Gürtel, with its nightclubs under the vaults of the metro, the meeting place for clubbers. The Chelsea was the first to open under the arcades and is always packed. It is full of decibels and the partygoers are sure to find a great atmosphere. The dance floor is always full and it's a waltz of DJs and concerts, Britpop, litres of beer, Strongbow, in short an underground club with a very Viennese touch. A reference.

A great atmosphere! Krah-Krah used to be one of the "Triangle's" emblematic night spots. Today, it's mellowed and gentrified, and no longer organizes concerts. Nevertheless, it remains one of the oldest establishments in the area. The interior decor, with its tablecloth-covered tables, is more reminiscent of an inn-style restaurant than a café. In fact, it's both. You can feast both ways and get the evening off to a good start. Fine wine list, draught beers and cocktails, traditional dishes. Cheerful atmosphere.

In the affluent Josefstadt district, this establishment offers a wide range of facilities: spacious and bright rooms, white tablecloths in the restaurant area, a relaxed terrace and a limited menu, which is different from the usual café cuisine. However, this is a traditional café in the Viennese sense of the word, and the Florianihof is especially worth a visit for its Jugendstil decoration. The Florianihof is not very popular with tourists and is a little out of the way from the centre, but it is a peaceful haven where you can quietly read the newspaper. Cinnamon and caramel flavoured coffees..

A traditional Viennese café with its many newspapers, serious waiters in their classic costumes, retro decoration... This establishment is located on a lovely little quiet square, where the trams pass by. Breakfasts are served here until 2pm, from the minimalist version to a real brunch for two people, including a vegetarian Greek breakfast. Long menu of soft drinks and cocktails. The varied, tempting and affordable dishes of the day are served from 11am to 3pm.

The Eiles café, once frequented by Thomas Bernhard, is a classic among the Kaffeehäusers of Vienna. Here, the vintage décor is enriched by old coffee machines or cash registers that accentuate the ancient aspect of this noble institution. The Mohr im Hemd (the "little nigger in a shirt" or chocolate mellow) and its melted chocolate sauce are divine. It's an unforgettable experience, time has stood still in this setting from another world. Drinking coffee in old-fashioned cups, you can stay there for hours...

It's the anti-deco Viennese bistro at the imperial. Here the decoration is classy but design. The Stein café, opened in 1985, immediately seduced the students with its trendy atmosphere. Its slogan? A good day starts with a good breakfast at the Stein café... Today, students meet tourists and trendy young people with a golden touch of Vienna. All day long, you can enjoy coffee and pastries there. On summer evenings, the sleek, chromium-plated terrace is taken by storm. The Stein is also a restaurant.

One of the emblematic HQs of the Viennese New Wave and a must in the genre. Since the 1980s, it has been a mythical meeting point near Mariahilferstrasse. The Café Europa offers a fine selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and excellent breakfasts served until 3pm. All in all a trendy bar with a rather wise clientele in harmony with its sober and design decoration. If the drinks menu is without surprise, the menu of the breakfasts and the dishes is on the other hand more inventive. Here, the great classic is Beef Tatar.

It's one of the most endearing Lokals in Vienna. This nightclub and bar occupies an old synagogue. The music comes out of huge speakers. Every day new DJs come to mix different sounds. Around the circular zinc ring in the centre of the hall, the decor illuminated by overhead projectors changes every evening and throughout the evening. All in all a very lively spot, young and classy at the same time. One can rarely sit down in the evening. The address is discreet, no flashing sign at the entrance: aim for the arcades!

A very large Internet cafe from the Bignet Internet access provider.

A trendy and spacious address on two floors with large openings on the street and comfortable designer furniture. You can eat breakfast or menus on composite trays, bento or canteen style. Freiraum is a multiple and original spot, at the same time a traditional café with coffee and pastry, a bar to have an aperitif, a lounge café where you can relax, a restaurant where you can eat quickly or not, a cocktail bar. The clientele is varied in its styles and expectations. For an alcoholic evening, an intimate dinner, etc...

One of Vienna's best theaters, along with the Burgtheater, but without the Burgtheater's big crowds. This address is typical of the classic Viennese intellectual scene. The theater itself is a charming place. The building is nestled in the heart of the old Josefstadt district and has plenty of character. If you speak German, here's a scene to recommend, otherwise you'll still enjoy the atmosphere. You'll enjoy performances of classical and contemporary texts, always with an original approach.

No, it's not the French park dedicated to volcanism! We're a long way from Saint-Ours-les-Roches and the Puy-de-Dôme. Vienna's Vulcania is one of the darlings of the "Bermuda Triangle", particularly popular with students. This Lokal stands out for being quite comfortable and spacious, for a change. It's a friendly pub where you can watch the big soccer matches and choose from a wide range of beers and wines, as the sign at the entrance indicates. Vulcania is undoubtedly one of the most pleasant and lively bars in the area.

It is the largest nightclub in Austria, located at the foot of the Great Vienna Tower. Here the dancers are really partying and can move around on two levels and four dance floors, with twelve theme bars. The music is also there for all tastes: house, electro, trance, R'n'B and soul, hits from the 1970s to 1990, salsa and latino. There is also the sensational attraction of the "midnight metamorphosis": a gigantic laser show during which the two main dance floors are transformed into a dance palace.

Despite its name, this café does not play the Italian card. However, the atmosphere is warm, the genre is disparate and the place is often full. Nice atmosphere. The logo: the Fibonacci sequence... because here, as in mathematics, each element seems to be the logical sum of the other elements that make up the place. A decoration made of mirrors, blue duck, old posters of Callas or Petrucciani. A few sofas in which it is good to enjoy a coffee or a draft beer. Quite dark but pleasant all the same.

As the name suggests, the specialty here is strudel! You can enjoy it in any shape or form, at any time of day. There are around twenty variations on the menu, so there's something for everyone. Homemade jam, fresh eggs from the local farm, honey from a local beehive and an impressive choice of croissants and breads. A substantial breakfast to get the day off to a good start, with muesli, nuts and a great cappuccino. In short, we recommend this place for good eating. Online strudel store.

In the heart of the city center, Das Schindler is renowned for its exquisite cocktails from dusk till dawn. But that's just a taste of what's in store. The diverse menu promises a culinary journey between local tradition and international flavors, all prepared with regional and seasonal produce, whether for a hearty breakfast, a lively Saturday brunch, lunch or dinner with dishes such as Wiener Schnitzel or beef tartare. And you'll enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view of Maria-Theresien-Strasse.

The place to be for après-ski! At an altitude of 2,000 m, at the crossroads of the slopes, people come here for lunch or to party to music. DJ sets are organised every day from 1.30 pm to entertain the skiers. Whether in a cosy room or on the terrace, the house is always busy during the winter season. The jet-set appreciates this address and parties are held there in the evening. During the day, it's a wiser, family and sporty place. The small budgets will be able to avoid the Paznauner Taja which forces a little on the prices! But at 2 000 m of altitude, we understand.

We love Café Anny's large terrace. It's ideally located right in the center of town, a stone's throw from the bus stop to the slopes. Solid wood furnishings, well maintained. Very good coffee. The adjacent pizzeria offers very good pizzas, not too salty. Pasta dishes too, as well as salads, toasts and antipasti. In short, you can go there for lunch or dinner with friends or family without a care in the world, and there's something for everyone. Good food and a relaxed atmosphere.

This huge brick and metal hall is Vienna's oldest metal construction. Beautifully renovated, it has become a venue for a wide variety of events. For example, markets, trade fairs, design exhibitions, meals with live entertainment, gala dinners, giant screen projections, not to mention spectacular concerts with special effects and headliners, such as the one scheduled for October 2022 with The Cure. For 2024, concerts will include Gregor Meyle & Band and Cem Adrian.

The Badeschiff Wien, a huge floating bathing and relaxation area, combines two boats on the banks of the Danube Canal. Here, you can enjoy an almost seaside atmosphere. The decks feature a solarium with blue sea-colored deckchairs, a restaurant open until 10pm, a bar open from early morning, a swimming pool, a sun terrace for sunbathing and live music in the evening. Sometimes the deck is even transformed into a nightclub... An original water-based leisure site, much appreciated when the sun comes out!

A modern, trendy bar serving fine wine and delicious cocktails. Wine Lounge also offers a refined menu for lunch and dinner, with dishes typical of the region as well as fusion food and international recipes. Well-presented, tasty plates. Summer terrace to soak up the sunshine. It may be advisable to reserve a table. Occasional events. Impressive wine list. We recommend it for the ambiance, the class and the flavors of the wines and dishes.

Charming café located in the main square, not far from all the tourist attractions. It also offers a lunch menu. Most products are homemade. Several types of tart. Their specialties: praline and chocolates. You'll find pretty, well-stuffed boxes to offer to your loved ones, or to savor one by one in front of a good film on Arte... A welcoming café where you'll want to stay a while. A word to the wise: children are sure to be delighted by your choice of activity!

One of the strongholds of the Third-Wave coffee culture, i.e. modern and trendy, far from the traditional culture of the hushed Viennese coffee. According to the principle of the genre, this address combines a roastery, a store dedicated to coffee and its tasting, and a café in the sense of a space to drink coffee. You can sit in a room with vintage-inspired furniture to taste original coffees and great vintages served according to the rules of the art.

One of Vienna's modern cafés, as opposed to the traditional Viennese version, Caffè Couture has been a great success, offering a wide range of coffee-related services in the city center. Located in a historic passageway, Caffè Couture is first and foremost a coffee roaster with the highest standards, both in the selection of its plantations and in the processing of its beans. You'll find everything you need for coffee, from percolators to cups. It's also the place to enjoy a fine vintage coffee with a viennoiserie.

It is reached by a pretty passage. This establishment is located in a paved courtyard of the XVIIIth century, all in length, lined with old-fashioned stores with their frontages uniformly painted in green bottle. One will appreciate the contrast of atmosphere between the peaceful terrace, where one comes to have a drink in summer, and the soberly "destroyed" room, where a hot drink will warm you up in winter. Nice menu of coffees, beers and pastries. You can also enjoy a homemade soup. Calm and relaxed atmosphere. Regular jam sessions.

Built in 1357 in the heart of Vienna, this palace was owned by several princes of the Palffy dynasty. It houses a Baroque hall adorned with strikingly beautiful paintings. Damaged during the Second World War, it has been carefully restored. Today, it is an ideal setting for cultural evenings. Its musical vocation is historic. The highlight of its history was the concert given by the six-year-old Mozart, accompanied by his sister "Nannerl". Mozart, Beethoven, Strauss and Schubert are still played here. Concerts and receptions.

It's the 23rd arrondissement's 360° café. Located on the 8th floor of the emblematic Danube Tower, built in 1964, the Turm Café rotates on itself at 170 m from the ground. Sit back and watch the whole capital go by while you sip your coffee and enjoy a pastry. And it's a real spectacle that unfolds before your eyes that you can't get enough of. This floor also houses a restaurant where you can eat every day at noon or in the evening. At night, with the lights of the city, the show is even more magical!

This is Ikea's greenest store. Inaugurated in autumn 2021 at Gare de l'Ouest, the elegantly planted, glazed cubes are open to the public on the roof terrace. Here, you can picnic in a warm, panoramic space, or enjoy a coffee and a sandwich at the rooftop kiosk. On the floor below, there's a restaurant and even the new Jo&Joe hotel. And, of course, you can shop at Ikea. And deer!

Church concerts are a classic in Vienna, and are particularly popular in summer for their freshness. This beautiful Baroque church offers an elegant setting and impressive acoustics for the chamber music concerts regularly performed here, featuring works by Mozart, Haydn, Schubert and Beethoven. On specific dates, the performers use historic instruments. Free seating and program included in ticket.