Alarge part of the Alsergrund District is inhabited by medical institutions, including the huge twin-towered AKH general hospital and the Vienna medical school – even the student bars here are built on the site of a former hospital. This is perhaps not surprising in the area where the psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud lived and worked in the early 20th century. The skyline is also dominated by the Votivkirche, which looks out across a park towards the city centre.
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Morning
Start your day at Vienna University (see p97), exploring the marble entrance hall and the courtyard. Then head towards the Votivkirche (see p97), passing through Sigmund Freud Park (see p53).
Walk up Alser Strasse until you reach the former General Hospital. For a break choose one of the many pubs in the large first courtyard, amid crowds of students.
Head to courtyard 13 where the PathologischAnatomisches Museum (see p47) is situated. Cut your way to Strudlhofgasse and stride down Strudlhofstiege where you can already spot Palais Liechtenstein. In Porzellangasse you will find several places for a hearty lunch.
Afternoon
On your way to the Sigmund Freud Museum (see p97) pass by Servitenkirche and get a glimpse of the Baroque interior. Give yourself enough time to have a look around Dr Freud’s apartment and consulting rooms. For a little break and a cup of coffee, Café Berg (see p100) just across the road is a great place to rest your feet. Then visit the collection of 18th-century anatomical wax models in the Josephinum.
You can round the day off with an evening of classical music in the Palais Liechtenstein, but book tickets in advance (01 817 2178).
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This huge hospital complex with 11 courtyards is an oasis of tranquillity. At end of the 18th century Emperor Joseph II converted an existing house for the poor into a general hospital, which included a “birth house”, a “foundling house” and a “mad house” – today this houses a pathological museum (see p47). The complex was still used as a hospital up to the early 1980s but was then given to Vienna University and adapted for the the campus’s arts departments.
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A trendy hangout with cosy rattan seating and an adjoining bookshop. Popular with Vienna’s gay community.
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Daily set lunch and an extensive menu all day long. A traditional coffeehouse feel.
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This hotspot has seating inside and out, and offers a good view of the Votivkirche (see p97). A great choice for a traditional breakfast. It also hosts various cultural events.
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The charming café within the Votiv cinema is popular with students as well as, of course, cinema-goers before and after film screenings.
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Traditional café-restaurant with hot and cold snacks and a set lunch at midday.
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Located just a stone’s throw from Vienna University, it is not surprising that this lively café is usually crowded with students. Warming cups of tea, coffee and hot chocolate, as well as light snacks such as toasted sandwiches, are on offer.
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One of the many Irish pubs dotted around the city, Charlie P’s has a particularly lively atmosphere. An essential part of the traditional menu is fish and chips and a pint of Guinness.
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This vegetarian restaurant uses only organic products for its dishes and serves a midday menu.
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Restaurant price categories
For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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