Vienna, the captivating capital of Austria, is defined by its elegance, imperial history, and admiration for the arts. It’s a city that continues to find itself on the list of top cities in terms of both livability and culture. What’s more, Viennese people are chic and have quite the appreciation for the finer things in life.
It’s no wonder why you might arrive to this city seeking a classy, posh-like weekend. But — if you’re anything like me, you’re on a a bit of a budget and Vienna isn’t the cheapest city. So how can you too enjoy the finer things in life Vienna style?
Here’s your guide to a posh day in Vienna. Let’s begin.
First things first,
Look the part! It’s your posh day so dress accordingly. I won’t tell you what to wear, just wear whatever makes you feel chic and happy.
Breakfast at Café Central
Café Central is a charming coffee house in Vienna where the likes of Sigmund Freud, Arthur Schnitzler, and Leon Trotsky among other poets and intellectuals gathered over coffee and cake back in the late 1800s.
The interior is full of different rooms, each one just as captivating and dreamy as the other. You can order a coffee and croissant for around €6. Sit back, enjoy, and envision history unfolding as you admire the café’s architecture.
Take a stroll
Given Vienna’s elegance, simply going for a stroll around this city’s fine imperial buildings and parks is enough to feel a bit posh at least. Break out your camera, strike a pose in your posh outfit, and feel beautiful in the city.
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Afternoon drinks at Der Dachboden
Der Dachboden is a rooftop bar and lounge located within the 25 Hours Hotel in the Museums Quarter. It offers fine views of Vienna in a cosy and modern setting. Cocktails will cost you around €10-13, but a glass of wine or champagne is only €4-5.
See a performance at the Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper)
Would you believe me if I told you you could see a show at the Vienna State Opera, one of the world’s greatest opera houses, for just €3? I wouldn’t have either had I not experienced it for myself. I saw The Nutcracker ballet (yes – seriously!) for only €3 in January. It was tear-jerkingly magical.
So what’s the catch? You have to stand up. The opera house believes that everyone should be able to see a show here regardless of your classification. So while others may be paying in the hundreds for tickets, others can also buy standing seat tickets 80 minutes before the show starts and see the performance from one of three standing sections: Parterre (€4), Balcony (€3), or the Gallery (€3). These are all decent seats, however the parterre is the closest standing spot to the stage, so they bumped up the price by a euro. For detailed information on how to get this fantastic deal, check out this article from Wherever Writer. She shares every last detail and it’s the article I followed when heading to the opera house myself.
Seeing The Nutcracker was the highlight of my trip to Vienna. I hope you’ll take advantage of this opportunity during your stay. The building itself is incredible, and simply getting to experience a show in a true opera house is more than worth while.
Enjoy Posh Vienna!
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