Category: Culture

In the footsteps of Sigmund Freud

Sigmund Freud, is considered one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. Thus, even today, the Viennese cityscape is adorned with sites, monuments and inscriptions dedicated to the founder of psychoanalysis.

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Advent Weekends in Vienna

Advent is a perfect season to spend time in Vienna! Because only then does Vienna shine in festive lights and is filled with the aroma of punch, Lebkuchen (similar to gingerbread) and hot chestnuts. This is simply a wonderful time to spend a weekend in Vienna.

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Sightseeing Run through Vienna

In Vienna there are numerous exciting events for those who love running. However, you can also discover Vienna at a running pace. The passionate running profi, Running Shritti, summarized this for us in this guest blog. He spent a weekend in Vienna in one of our CheckVIENNA apartments.

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City Hikes in Vienna

Our Vienna has much to offer for nature lovers and hiking fans, for example eleven city hiking routes. The starting points of the hiking routes can easily be reached by public transport. We have compiled a small overview of the prettiest hiking routes of the capital for you.

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Autumn in Vienna

Autumn is one of the best seasons to explore Vienna. The summer heat is for the most part over, the holiday season has drawn to a close and the trees are starting to change into beautiful colours. Here you will find the best activities for an unforgettable Vienna holiday in autumn.

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Museums in Vienna – Part 2

The museums in Vienna are definitely not only an option when the weather is bad. After our first article on the museums in Vienna, we would now like to present you with some further museums which are well worth a visit.

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5 Dos & Dont’s for Tourists in Vienna

Vienna is a world-class metropolis and extremely popular with tourists. But if you are visiting Vienna for the first time as a tourist, you should really pay attention to a few things. We have compiled a short list of things that you should do or rather not do as a tourist in Vienna.

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Easter in Vienna

Vienna offers again some great highlights at Easter. You can enjoy the blossoming city or celebrate Easter on a ship. Also, the Easter markets invite you to stroll comfortably, so you really get into the Easter mood.

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Carnival Time in Vienna

Enjoy a fun carnival time in Vienna Regardless of whether you refer to this time of the year as Fasching (as it is known in Austria), carnival, Alaaf or if you use another expression – during the carnival period, people in Vienna always celebrate properly. The start is marked by the tradition around Krapfen (doughnuts),… Read more »

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Cinemas in Vienna

Especially on rainy days or when it’s cold outside, many Viennese visit the numerous and varied cinemas in the city. But the cinemas, especially those which are independent, are well worth a visit, also even if you are just here for a short trip.

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