Travelling to Vienna in 2025 and beyond: what you need to know about EES and ETIAS

From October 2025, the way travellers enter Europe will change. If you are coming to Vienna from the UK, the US, or any other non-EU country, you will no longer receive a stamp in your passport at the airport. Instead, your arrival will be registered digitally. This is part of the Entry/Exit System (EES), one … Read more

Café Central moves temporarily to pop-up Decentral

Cafe central closed due to renovations in 2026

Vienna’s legendary Café Central, one of the city’s most famous coffee houses, will temporarily close its doors in 2026 for a major renovation of the historic Palais Ferstel. To make sure visitors don’t have to miss out, the café has already opened a pop-up version called Decentral, located just around the corner in Palais Harrach. … Read more

Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna

Eurovision-songcontest-vienna-2026

The Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna is now official. After Austrian singer JJ (Johannes Pietsch) won with his opera-techno track Wasted Love, the Austrian capital was awarded the hosting rights. The shows will take place in the Wiener Stadthalle, with the semi-finals scheduled for 12 and 14 May and the grand final on 16 May. … Read more

What Vienna feels like during a July heatwave, and how to stay cool

Heatwave vienna

Vienna is known for its elegant charm, rich culture and long summer days. But when July brings a heatwave, the city can feel extremely diverse. Instead of pleasant evenings and relaxed strolls through the historic centre, you may find yourself searching for shade, cold drinks and any café with decent air conditioning. While Vienna isn’t … Read more

What to do in Vienna on a Sunday

What to do on a sunday in Vienna

Sunday in Vienna may seem quiet at first glance, but there’s still plenty to see, do and enjoy. While shops and markets are closed by law, museums, parks, and cafés remain open and often feel more relaxed than during the week. Whether you’re into art, music, coffee or a slow afternoon stroll, Sundays in the … Read more