Welcome to Vienna, WordCampers! Whether you’re eager to dive into your next WordPress project or just need a break to clear your mind, Vienna has plenty to offer.
This guide will help you make the most of your free time around the AKH campus. Whether you’re stepping out for a breath of fresh air and some new inspiration or rewarding yourself with a slice of Sachertorte after all your hard work, here are the best tips for you.
So, grab a coffee, enjoy the city, and get inspired—because great code starts with great breaks.
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Quick Navigation:
- 1.5 hours: Grab a bite or relax
- 3 hours: Explore a bit further
- 5+ hours: Experience Vienna in depth
- Sunday: Special recommendations for a full day
1.5 Hours: Grab a Bite or Relax
Food & Drinks
Café Landtmann (15 min by tram)
Perfect for a quick coffee and a slice of Sachertorte. In Vienna, this cake solves every problem—no coding skills required.
Feine Sichuan Küche (10 min walk)
Craving something different or a bit more exotic? This restaurant serves authentic Chinese Sichuan cuisine.
Gastwirtschaft Blauensteiner (before: Gasthaus zur Stadt Paris) (15 min walk )
Austrian cuisine with traditional dishes. If there’s no space, you can also enjoy a great meal at Eiles, right across the street.
Relax & Unwind
Altes AKH Courtyard (right at the event venue)
A cozy courtyard with cafés and seating—ideal for a quick break or networking with fellow WordCampers.
But this place isn’t just charming—it’s historic. The former General Hospital (AKH) was home to groundbreaking medical discoveries. Here, Karl Landsteiner identified blood groups, revolutionizing modern medicine. Ignaz Semmelweis recognized the importance of hand disinfection in hospitals, drastically reducing mortality rates.
Votivpark (10 min walk/tram)
A small, quiet park near the Votivkirche, perfect for a short stroll between sessions.
3 Hours: Explore a Bit Further
Culture & History
Sigmund Freud Museum (15 min walk/tram)
Visit Freud’s former home and practice—the birthplace of psychoanalysis. Here, it’s not code that gets debugged but the human subconscious.
Wien Museum (30 min by tram)
Located next to Karlskirche and the Otto Wagner Pavilion, this newly renovated museum (with free entry) features works by Egon Schiele and more.
Natural History Museum (25 min by tram)
Dinosaurs, meteorites, and things that are even older than your WordPress theme.
Parks & Relaxation
Volksgarten (16 min by tram / 22 min walk)
“Ein wunderschöner Rosengarten mit Blick auf das österreichische Parlament. Der perfekte Ort, um abzuschalten – keine Screens, ein paar echte Bugs, aber vor allem Rosen.”
MuseumsQuartier (20 min by tram)
Three museums, a cozy courtyard, great restaurants like Glacis Beisl or Kantine, and the Architecture Center Vienna. Perfectly combinable with a stroll to Spittelberg.
5+ Hours: Experience Vienna in Depth
Must-See Landmarks
Schönbrunn Palace (40 min by tram)
Explore the lavish halls of the Habsburgs, walk through the stunning gardens, or enjoy the view from the Gloriette. Plan 3–5 hours for the visit.
Belvedere Palace (30 min by tram)
Klimt’s ‘The Kiss,’ stunning Baroque architecture, and gardens made for Instagram.
Old Town Walking Tour
Take a walk through Vienna’s most beautiful spots: Start at Freyung, continue via Schottenstift, Kunstforum, Ankeruhr, then stop at the legendary sausage stand at Hoher Markt, head on to St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and finally pass through Graben, Michaelerplatz, Heldenplatz, Volksgarten to reach the museums. End the tour with dinner at the MuseumsQuartier or Spittelberg.
Wine & Viennese Comfort
Heurige Maly (35 min by tram)
Visit a traditional Viennese Heuriger (wine tavern) for great wine and hearty Austrian cuisine. A true classic—just like a WordPress Core release: stable and reliable.
Sunday: Special Recommendations for a Full Day
Free Walking Tour (approx. 2.5–3 hours)
Great for discovering Vienna on a budget, guided by locals.
Vienna Blues Spring Festival (various locations)
Enjoy captivating blues performances at Reigen-Live—the perfect musical wrap-up for your WordCamp weekend.
Prater & Giant Ferris Wheel (30 min by tram)
Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the city, then grab a Budweiser at Schweizerhaus—famous for its Stelzen (pork knuckle).”
Villa Vida (22 min by tram)
Run by Denise, a long-time member of the WordCamp organizing team—a cozy place with a great atmosphere.
Café Anzengruber (30 min by tram)
Home to one of Vienna’s best schnitzels. Can’t decide? Start with a small goulash, then go for the schnitzel.
Extra tips for art enthusiasts – current exhibitions during WordCamp Vienna:
• Photography exhibitions at FOTO Arsenal Wien
• Multimedia exhibition on Anton Corbijn at Kunstforum Wien
Bonus Tips for WordCamp Nerds
Use Public Transport
The subway and tram will get you everywhere. Don’t forget to validate your ticket—it’s as important as closing an HTML tag.
Culinary Highlights
Great coding needs great food. Kaiserschmarrn, Sachertorte, and Apple Strudel—probably with fewer bugs than any project ever.
Want to order coffee like a true Viennese?
Forget lattes and cappuccinos—ask for a ‘Kleiner Brauner’ or a ‘Melange,’ and you’ll blend right in.”
Have fun and enjoy discovering Vienna!
Copyright Photos:
→ Belvedere: pandionhiatus3 (Jakob Radlgruber)
→ Sachertorte: foto-pixel.web.de (Irina Naoumova)
This guide contains NO product placements, hidden collaborations, or affiliate links. These are our personal recommendations to ensure you have the best possible experience during your time in Vienna.