Vienna for 500 euros: An adventure between culture and enjoyment!

Vienna for 500 euros: An adventure between culture and enjoyment!

Vienna, the cultural metropolis with a rich history, is considered one of the most livable cities in the world. SWR reporter Johannes Zenglein went on a five-day trip to the Austrian capital to find out whether you can get by on a budget of 500 euros. His goal is to explore the city's diverse cultural and culinary options while at the same time looking for affordable accommodation.

During his stay, Zenglein plans to visit some of the most famous sights, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Prater. He will take a close look at the entrance fees for these attractions and analyze the food costs during his visit. In this context, he is also testing a dormitory in a luxury hotel in the city center to test the city's affordable accommodation options.

Diverse cuisine and impressive architecture

Vienna is not only a center for culture, but also a city full of culinary highlights. Visitors can enjoy local food in traditional Viennese coffee houses and sausage stands. The city is also characterized by a large number of architectural masterpieces that were built in the Baroque style, Art Nouveau and the Wilhelminian style. The most magnificent buildings include Schönbrunn Palace and the Hofburg, while museums such as the Art History Museum are important attractions for art lovers.

The city also offers numerous green spaces, including the city park and the Prater, which not only provide relaxation and nature experiences, but are also ideal for walks and leisure activities. Anyone who would like to experience highlights of Vienna's musical history has the opportunity to visit the State Opera in the first district or take a horse-drawn carriage ride around St. Stephen's Cathedral. These activities contribute to the cultural density of the city.

Accessibility and accommodation options

Vienna can be reached from German departure airports in a maximum of two hours, making the city an attractive travel destination. The airport is about 20 kilometers outside the city center, but is easily accessible via the S7 express train, the airport bus and the City Airport Train. There are plenty of accommodations available for city travelers, ranging from luxury hotels to budget dormitory options.

With its magnificent streets, lively nightlife and the opportunity to explore the surrounding area in the Vienna Woods, Vienna offers a variety of experiences for both culture vultures and nature lovers. Loud ARD media library Johannes Zenglein relies on careful planning to get the most out of his stay in this fascinating city.

In summary, Vienna is not only a cultural center, but also a place where you can discover and experience a lot on a reasonable budget. Loud A quick getaway The city is ideal for discovery tours and offers a perfect mix of history, cuisine and nature experiences.