April-May: Spring is the best time to visit Vienna. The tourism season is just beginning during this time so you won’t have to worry about long queues and large crowds.

June-August: This is peak season in Vienna when the weather is warm and ideal for sightseeing. However, this time of the year brings large crowds and high prices.

September-October: Fall is a great time to visit Vienna. This is also when the temperature begins to drop so you’ll find good deals on hotel rates. Vienna Fashion Week is a highlight event during this time.

November-March: Despite the cold temperatures, Vienna sees many tourists during this time of the year because the city is renowned for its wintertime festivities. If you’re looking to get into the holiday spirit despite cold temperatures, this is the place for you.

On Foot: The best way to get around Vienna is by foot to get a true sense of the city. Many of Vienna's historic attractions are close to each other within the Inner City.

Bus and Streetcar: Vienna has an efficient and convenient public transport system that will take you across the city. You can also transfer between modes using the same ticket. You’ll find them at every stop.

U-Bahn and S-Bahn: The subway system (the U-Bahn) is great to travel around the city while the speedy light-rail system (the Schnellbahn or S-Bahn) will take you to the suburbs.

Car & Taxi: You can always rent a car or hail a taxi to travel around the city at slightly higher rates. Remember that Vienna’s streets can be narrow and difficult to navigate in a car.

• Visit the  Kunsthistorisches Museum that exhibits art collections of the Hapsburg royal family.
• Explore the Klosterneuburg Monastery which is a twelfth-century Augustinian monastery of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Go to Vienna's Museum Quartier that is home to a variety of first-rate museums.
• Discover the Hofsburg which has been the official residence of every Austrian ruler since 1275.
• Stroll through the majestic Schönbrunn Palace and admire its magnificent architecture.
• Visit Mozarthaus Vienna which was Mozart's residence from 1784 to 1787.

• Book your tickets to the top attractions of Vienna well in advance, preferably online, to avoid missing out on deals and waiting in long queues.
• 230 V electrical outlets are used in Vienna so remember to bring the right adapter.
• You’ll find free WiFi in most cafes and restaurants, so you can rest assured. 
• Almost all shops are closed on Sunday, so stock up on things on Saturday if you’re around for the weekend.

Wiener Schnitzel: It is made from a thin cutlet of veal that's breaded and then pan-fried in butter or oil. Schnitzel is served in restaurants around the capital.

The Sachertorte: For those with a sweet-tooth try this dense, chocolate sponge cake made with thin layers of apricot jam that's topped with a semi-firm chocolate icing.

Austrian Goulash: Perfect for a cold winter’s day, this is a hearty beef stew seasoned with tomatoes, onion, and paprika.

Apfelstrudel: A staple at bakeries across the city, it is typically made with light, crisp pastry dough that's stretched and thinned, filled with apples, sugar, raisins, lemon, rum, cinnamon, and cloves. 

Einspänner: This is a classic Viennese coffee that mixes espresso and huge amounts of whipped cream on top.

Vienna Lager: This style of beer is a classic with creamy, crisp, and smooth with toasty and bready malt aromas. It is usually medium to light-bodied.

Glühwein: This is a mulled wine that is a staple at Christmas.It combines red wine, citrus zest, and spices such as anise, cinnamon, and cloves.

Spritzer: A Spritzer is a light, bubbly, refreshing beverage made with a combination of white wine and club soda.