Spring Guide: Magnolia Trees in Vienna

Most people are eager for spring because of the sun, in my case the main reason are blossoming trees! I am literally obsessed with magnolia trees, cherry blossom, fruit trees, lilac, the list is endless. From mid March I start checking for the first signs of blossoms around the city, wait for them to open… Read more »

Where to find Cherry Blossom in Vienna

When is the cherry blossom time in Vienna? When can I see cherry blossoms, where to find cherry blossom in Vienna, when do Magnolias in Vienna bloom… These are the questions we have been getting each spring, so of course, we had to write a blog post for all of you blossom hunters out there!… Read more »

Ultimate Vienna Insider Christmas Markets Guide

Vienna’s highest tourist season is right now – at Christmas time! So here is for you, our ultimate Vienna Insider Christmas Markets Guide! We update this post each year, with fresh information. In terms of offer and stands, pretty much everything is the same each year. Except for the prices that tend to increase, but… Read more »

Vienna’s Most Delicious Christmas Market Treats

Punch scent is in the air, the city is shiny, people mingle everywhere, it is Christmas market time! In this post, we tell you about Vienna’s most delicious Christmas market treats, that you simply cannot miss! Also make sure to check our Vienna Insider Christmas Market Guide here. For the Viennese December is the busiest… Read more »

Perfect Places for Autumn Photo Sessions in Vienna

Loving fall most of all! Who else agrees that autumn is the most gorgeous season? The colors of the nature are simply mind blowing and throwing leaves around makes just the perfect scene. I will share with you today some of the most perfect places for autumn photo sessions in Vienna. Make notes and hurry… Read more »

What to do on a hot day in Vienna?

What to do on a hot day in Vienna? Surviving summer in the city is often a challenge, especially in a city like Vienna where most flats lack (much needed) air conditioner. But there is still a lot to do, so here we go with our tips! 1.Visit a museum, palace or some insider place… Read more »

Stokke Xplory X Signature Stroller Review

Readers following us on Instagram know that last year, my husband M and I became parents to our adorable baby Una. <3 So there are now two Unas in our Vienna Insider team. 😀 Parenting is a great joy, but it is also challenging and involves a lot of decision making. Choosing (all that) baby… Read more »

Top 5 Things to See and Do in Hallstatt

“Millionfold photographed – once copied – never reached” – welcome to Hallstatt, one of the world’s most picturesque villages and most popular destination’s in Austria! You must have seen this place already online, and if you wonder why the quote says “once copied” – the Chinese were so fascinated by this place that they built… Read more »

Ice Skating in Vienna

Wondering where to go ice skating in Vienna? In this post I will share a list of the Viennese ice rinks with you, as well as some other useful info! I am a huge lover of figure skating. However sadly, I need to avoid all the winter sports because my knee betrayed me a decade… Read more »

Must Visit Traditional Viennese Cafés and Pastry Shops

Worldwide Vienna is known for its coffee culture and cakes. All around the city, but especially in the heart of Vienna, you will find numerous historic cafes and pastry shops, that cherish the spirit of the traditional Viennese coffee culture and serve extraordinary Austrian cakes. Today we share with you our top 8 Must Visit… Read more »

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  • Christmas in the Heart of Vienna

    In this post we are taking you for a little walk in which you can experience Christmas in the heart of Vienna! It is always a pleasure to take a walk around the very center of the city, especially in this time of the year when the splendid Christmas decorations will put you in a festive mood…. Read more »

  • Breakfast at Joseph Bistro

    Breakfast, as probably most important meal of the day, should be taken seriously. 🙂 It should be balanced, healthy, homemade, delicious, in ideal case organic. Exactly like breakfast at Joseph Bistro in the 3rd district. Actually Joseph is four goodnesses in one: it is a bakery (where you will find all sorts of bread and delicious pastries),… Read more »

  • Cozy and chic

    This is one of my favorite sweaters, love the peach color and the shape. Usually I wear it with black or blue jeans, and flat boots. But for shooting purposes, I decided to experiment a bit and pair it with high heels and shorts 🙂 I really like how it looks – kind of cozy and… Read more »

  • Christmas Village at Maria-Theresien-Platz

    As we have already mentioned in the previous post, in winter time Vienna turns to Christmas city, with markets and Christmas villages scattered all over. If we managed to count well, there are currently 12 Christmas markets in Vienna. Some of them are temporary, while the smaller ones are open only on certain days, usually… Read more »

  • Christmas spirit in Vienna

    Christmas spirit is in Vienna! 🙂 The whole city is wonderfully decorated and there are Christmas markets on almost every bigger square. Tourists are everywhere, as this time of the year is the most popular for a visit to Vienna – there are around 2 million visitors in the Christmas season [as we read in several… Read more »

  • Oversized Sweater

    I was looking for an oversized sweater for a long time and was delighted when I found this one at Zara. It is very warm and cozy, but what I love the most is the hood! 🙂 How about you – do you like oversized sweaters? This outfit post was totally unplanned, Una and I were… Read more »

  • Sushi at Natsu

    A few weeks ago, we tried sushi at Natsu in the Viennese 7th district for the first time. Natsu is family restaurant, well known in the city for delicious food and very affordable prices. Also the service is quick and super friendly. The family Jin opened their first restaurant in 2003, and today there are three Natsu… Read more »

  • Autumn in Vienna

    Schoenbrunn garden will let you experience autumn in Vienna in the most gorgeous way. The gardens are of course open for public, and are one of the most beautiful places to walk or go jogging. If you are into photography, don’t miss checking it out! There are so many gorgeous motives and the setting is… Read more »

  • Apple Strudel Show

    Apple strudel is a Viennese classic, perfect to enjoy during the colder seasons. It is light and crispy, with delicious apple-cinnamon filling. Have you ever wondered how it’s made? Last week we saw the apple strudel making process process at the Apple Strudel Show held in the Imperial Bakery at Schoenbrunn Palace. This event takes place… Read more »

  • Pars – The best Persian Restaurant in Vienna

    Today’s story is all about taste of a distant cuisine – we are taking you to Pars – the best Persian restaurant in Vienna ! Vienna is a genuine multicultural city which is reflected, among other, in its rich gastronomic offer. The competence is big, and it can be a real challenge to find a… Read more »