DK Travel : Vienna

Splendid edifices, magnificent palaces and imposing churches spanning the centuries all make Vienna a wonderful city to visit, oozing both charm and atmosphere. Although its imperial grandeur can still be felt, this city of music has more to offer than just its glorious past; contemporary architecture, a brimming cultural scene and a vibrant nightlife add to its appeal. No matter how many times you return, you will always discover something new.

christmas market

christmas market in the centre of vienna -full of cosy stalls sellingchristmas food, and all sorts from blown glass christmas ornaments to hand carved toys, try the Jaegertea - a really potent, warming alcoholic tea sold in individual mugs which you pay a deposit for and then wander around the market drinking, hand back and your deposit is returned. saw a congo line of "hen night" revellers complete with santa hats and badges and cups of "Tea" who were really "merry" - great fun - flew direct from Glasgow airport, very early start but totally worth it.
Haus der Musik

This is an interactive music museum, it's amazing. You can conduct the Vienna Philharmonic and they will tell you how you're doing. You can also have a go at making all sorts of music and sounds electronically.
Kleines Café

A lovely little place with a cosy atmosphere. The friendly staff serve the usual café fare all day and beer or wine if you so choose. You could sit and read a newspaper all day here.
MUMOK

The Museum Moderner Kunst Stiftung Ludwig Wien, or MUMOK as it is known, is home to Vienna's collection of modern art. Housed in a rather intriguing building in the MuseumsQuartier, modern art lovers will spend an age perusing the different floors. Those who prefer their art not so modern may still find it surprisingly good.
Opera

If you go to the central tourist information centre and ask about Opera tickets, they will give you details of what is on, also if you queue early evening at the Opera house you can pick up tickets very cheaply for that nights performance
Schönbrunn Palace

Schönbrunn Palace together with its ancillary buildings and extensive park is by virtue of its long and colourful history one of the most important cultural monuments in Austria. Scheduled as a listed monument, the whole ensemble, including the palace, the park with its numerous architectural features, fountains and statues and not least the zoo – the oldest of its kind in the world – was placed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List in 1996.