Why visit
Vienna is imperial Habsburg scale. Schönbrunn, Hofburg, Belvedere, plus coffee houses that are UNESCO-listed and the Naschmarkt for food.
Vienna at a glance
City population
2.0 million
Metro: 3.0 million
Elevation
171 m
561 ft
Time zone
UTC+1 (UTC+2 DST)
Europe/Vienna
Airport
VIE
Vienna International
Founded
1st century CE (Vindobona)
Getting around
U-Bahn (5 lines), trams (world's 2nd longest tram network)
Signature dish
Wiener Schnitzel, Sachertorte, apfelstrudel
Neighborhoods for travelers
Innere StadtNeubauLeopoldstadtLandstraße
Austria at a glance
Country center
47.3°, 13.3°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
83,871 km²
32,383 mi²
Country population
9.0 million
107/km²
Subregion
Central Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+43
Language
Austro-Bavarian German
Demonym
Austrian
Internet
.at
UN
Member state
ISO code
AT / AUT
Where in the world
47.3° · 13.3°
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Did you know
- Vienna has been ranked the world's "most livable city" multiple years running in Mercer and EIU surveys.
- The Vienna State Opera hosts 50-60 performances per season of 50+ different operas. It never repeats.
- Coffeehouse culture here is UNESCO-listed intangible heritage.
- Austria's capital Vienna has ranked as the world's "most livable city" in multiple recent Mercer / Economist surveys.
- The Austrian flag is one of the oldest national flags still in use (dates to 1230).
Bordering Austria
Traveler notes
- Opera standing-room tickets €10 on show night
- Coffeehouse etiquette. Sit for hours if you've ordered
- State Opera + Musikverein + Konzerthaus = three major venues
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Frequently asked about Vienna
What currency is used in Vienna?
Vienna uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Austria?
The primary language is Austro-Bavarian German.
What is the international calling code for Austria?
The calling code is +43.
What airport serves Vienna?
Vienna International (IATA: VIE).
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