Wealth, cultural riches and visionary urban planning make Vienna utterly enviable. For incentive events, Vienna offers fine dining, immaculate hotels and superb cultural and thrilling activities.
Around every corner of this capital is a visual, taste or cultural treat. Compact and well-served by fantastic transportation, Vienna is a dream to explore on foot, by bike, or on the water.
The home of the Wiener Schnitzel, Vienna offers a culinary treat with everything from fine dining to wholesome menus in informal restaurants. All complemented by wines from the local vineyards.
Incentive event activities include discovering the rich culture of the city. More action can be found in the nearby mountains, on the lakes and rivers, and even surfing on an urban wave.
One of the world’s great cities, Vienna is a cultural and political heavyweight, punching way beyond its modest 2 million population. The compact city boasts numerous landmarks and attractions - walking tours are highly rewarding.
The capital of Europe’s wealthiest countries, Vienna boasts superb infrastructure, including its public transportation system and numerous leisure and cultural institutions. The city is immaculate with spotless streets and magical parks.
The Viennese are resolutely outdoor types, and apart from the biting peak winter months, the population is found in the mountains, on the water, or enjoying the many al fresco bar and restaurant terraces.
Away from the historic centre of Vienna, the Donauinsel (Donau Island) is a 21km strip of land on the Donau that forms some of the most popular leisure terrain in Vienna. Approaching half of Vienna’s territory is preserved as parkland.
Cultural venues abound in the centre of Vienna, featuring museums, art galleries, and palaces that are all must-see attractions. Discovering the centre of Vienna is possible on walking, bike and boat tours.
Exploring Vienna’s centre is possible when combined with a food tour. Wiener Schnitzel originated in the city, and there are numerous iconic restaurants to explore. Vineyard tours are available in the region surrounding the city.
The Alps begin on the horizon outside Vienna, and mountain biking and hiking are popular activities in Vienna. Sailing is possible on sections of the Danube, as well as Neusiedler See to the southeast of Vienna.
The 21km long Donauinsel offers some of the best leisure space close to the city, featuring walking and biking trails, as well as water sports. For something a bit different, Vienna incentive events can include surf lessons on an artificial wave.
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Vienna offers excellent options for group dining, fusing traditional menus with modern flair. Classic Heurigen (wine taverns) such as those in Grinzing or Neustift am Walde provide rustic charm, hearty classic Austrian dishes, and local wines.
More refined settings can be found at Palais Ferstel or Palais Niederösterreich, where banquets are held in historic, opulent surroundings. Naschmarkt serves incentive groups seeking a lively and informal setting where international restaurants offer shared platters.
Traditional Viennese restaurants, such as Plachutta (Tafelspitz) and Figlmüller (Schnitzel), can accommodate larger parties by arranging customised menus. Danube river cruises are also popular, combining evolving views of the city with relaxed and social group dining.
Contemporary venues such as Motto am Fluss or Das Loft add a stylish, modern twist with panoramic views over the city.
Vienna’s nightlife offers a mix of traditional charm and modern energy. In the city centre, elegant cocktail bars and modern rooftop lounges offer stylish settings with creative drinks. Those seeking a night of clubbing can head to the Gürtel area or the Danube Canal, where DJs and live bands perform.
Vienna also boasts a thriving jazz and classical music scene, featuring intimate jazz clubs and late-night concerts that reflect Vienna's rich musical heritage. In summer, the Canal bars and outdoor terraces turn into social hotspots by the water.
Vienna is one of the world’s great meeting and conference destinations, and those event planners looking to create an offsite event, rather than a pure incentive event, will discover some fantastic venues to host company meetings in.
There are exquisite central venues that are dripping in history and meaning. In contrast, more modern and quirky venues can be found across the city, as well as in the superb airport conference centre – linked by rail from the city centre.
