Vienna’s Fiaker Horses at Work (Horse carriages in the City)
In the shaded Fürichgasse by the Albertina, a Fiakerfahrer describes his life with his matched greys, and his frustrations with critics, “who don’t know horses.”
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5 Must-Try Christmas Markets in Vienna and Their COVID Rules
After a two-year hiatus, Christmas markets in Vienna are reopening this Friday with extensive new COVID-19 rules in place.
What to Do on Austrian National Day
On Austrian National Day, October 26th, the country celebrates itself, its institutions and especially its place in the world.
Five Things You Didn’t Know About Schönbrunn Palace
From humble beginnings as a hunting lodge to the opulent summer residence of the Habsburg dynasty, Schönbrunn palace is a treasure trove of historical anecdotes.
The Magic of Aleppo
We take you on an enchanting journey to a city as it was before the war – bridging history and civilizations for more than 5,000 years.
6 Best Places to Visit in Bulgaria
Bulgaria is home to legends and myths, stories of centuries past, monuments of battles lost and won which all shape the landscape.
The Stadtpark – Vienna’s Living Room
As the weather improves but ‘Kaffeehäuser’ stay shuttered, the Viennese learn to love park life.
5 Places to Go for a Walk During Lockdown
Walls closing in? These places offer blessed respite and relaxation.
Transylvania | Over the River and Through the Woods
With a total area of over 100,000 km2, modern day Transylvania is the largest region of Romania, and, by itself, larger than Austria.
The Coolest Spots in, Around and Under Vienna
Half way through the summer, a half-dozen tips for chilling out in the hot town.
Knocking on Heaven’s Door | These Austrian Churches Are for Sale
By Margarita Randl and Dardis McNamee While they may be consecrated ground and centuries old, to the Archdiocese, houses of worship are, in the end, bricks and mortar – in short, real estate. So when the congregations and ceremonies for …
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5 Ways to Enjoy Vienna this December – Besides Punch and Cookies
There are tons of great activities you can enjoy alone or with friends, even after the holidays end. Need some ideas? Metropole’s got you covered.
Toilets of Vienna | A Flush of Relief
Where else can you answer the call of nature in facilities under Denkmalschütz (historic preservation protection)?
5 Unusal Places to Visit in Vienna
Vienna is beautiful, no questions asked. But it is also unpredictable, leaving plenty of spots to visit for insiders to discover.
The 7 Best Shisha Bars to Visit … While You Still Can
A sample of top hubbly bubbly bars to visit before the new smoking ban takes effect in November.
Alpine Boardwalk | Our Guide to Wörthersee
From jet setters to families, Carinthia’s Wörthersee is the waterfront escape Austrians keep coming back to.
9 things to Do on Valentine’s Day in Vienna
Puns intended: Spot the six cheesy puns in the article! Whether you are single or in a relationship, Valentine’s day can be stressful – unless you’ve acquired an impressive zen of indifference towards it. Either way, I do not like …
Travel | Living History
A stately gem in Lower Burgenland, Bernstein castle offers respite from modern living History has a way of drawing you in. Lords and ladies, knights and squires continue to mesmerize, with shows like Game of Thrones perpetuating our fascination with …
Empire to Republic | A Bohemian Rhapsody: 10 Things to See & Do in Czechia
In their anthem, Czechs wistfully praise the beauty of their land. And indeed, from orchards decked in spring’s array to technological prowess bustling away, Czechia may truly be a magic garden in the heart of Central Europe.
What to do on Austrian National Day
This Thursday, October 26, Austria celebrates its 62nd year of independence and the birth of the Second Republic. Though it’s an official bank holiday, many museums and cultural attractions remain open – indeed, many offer free or reduced admissions and …
The Baumhaus Lodge in the Waldviertel Will Make Your Childhood Dreams Come True
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Baumhaus Lodge reconnects you to nature through cutting-edge architecture
What to Expect at Donauinselfest 2017
Notable tributes and newcomers make this year a salute to musical innovators then and now.
Design for Chaos | Otto Wagner’s Steinhof
Steinhof is a Wiener Melange of health and history and now the city adds housing to the mix.
Indulge Your Macabre Curiosity at the Narrenturm’s Sensational Medical Museum
The world’s first psychiatric clinic lives on as the pathological-anatomical museum.
Fairytale Winter Ferry on the Wolfgangsee
During the holiday season, the Wolfgangsee turns into a paradise for lovers of all things Advent.
Craftsmanship in Vienna – What Money Can’t Buy
Luxury retail is the lifeblood of the city center, but can Vienna manage to sustain its tradition of local craftsmanship with the demands of international tourism?
Zentralfriedhof | Vienna Necropolis
Hardly a place embodies the city’s heart and soul more than the Zentralfriedhof, Vienna’s Central Cemetery
Alte Donau – Boat Rental Locations
In our Summer 2016 print edition, I wrote about the full-moon boat rides on the Old Danube (Alte Donau). But why wait for a full moon? You can make a romantic boat ride on any warm-weather evening! Here are our …
City Life: The Prater – Vienna’s Playground
Open to the public for 250 years, the Prater is the city’s ever-evolving leisure center
City Life: Vienna’s No Tell Hotel – The Hotel Orient
Discretion and privacy are paramount at the Hotel Orient – Vienna’s time-honored institution of lust and debauchery
Your Essential Urban Cheat Sheet for Vienna
It’s those little things that make you feel at home in a new town. While you can’t always have the best solution to the day-to-day qualms of urban life, here is a cheat sheet that will keep you ahead of …
