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.

Mohr im Hemd

A juicy chocolate-walnut cake served hot with chocolate sauce and whipped cream.
Mountain Biking

The Kahlenberg and Leopoldsberg mountains are ideal for energetic cyclists.
Mozart Cenotaph

A cenotaph from Saint Marx Cemetery was relocated to the Zentralfriedhof in 1891.
Mozartplatz

Characters from the opera The Magic Flute watch over the square.
Mozart’s Grave

Mozart was buried at the Saint Marx Cemetery but the site of his grave is unknown.
Mozart’s Piano

Mozart’s instrument can be found in the Art History Museum.
Mulled Wines

Around Christmas hot spicy wine and punch are warming and very popular.
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.
Museum für Angewandte Kunst (MAK)

Designed by Heinrich Ferstel in the Italian Renaissance style, the Austrian Museum of Applied Arts opened in 1871 and is today among Vienna’s most exciting exhibitions. The permanent collection, presented according to periods from the Gothic to the present, includes world-famous works by the Wiener Werkstätte, an arts and crafts studio from 1870 to 1956, as well as exquisite glassware and lace works.
Museum für Unterhaltungskunst

Lovers of the Big Top will find plenty to smile about here. The small collection is not only devoted to circus life but also to the art of entertainment and has props, fancy costumes, historic programmes and colourful circus posters on display. Exhibits also tell the history of famous clowns.