Vienna travel tips
What it costs, how to get around and how to stay safe in Vienna, written for first-time visitors. Details such as prices and ticket rules change, so check official sources before you travel.
- Cost level
- Expensive
- Currency
- Euro (€).
- Emergency
- 112 for all emergencies; police 133, ambulance 144.
Budget & costs
Vienna on a budget: what it costs and where to save
Vienna is moderately expensive, but good value compared with other Western capitals.
ReadGetting around
Getting around Vienna: airport transfers, tickets and tips
Vienna's U-Bahn, trams and buses are among the best in Europe, and the city centre is compact and walkable.
ReadSafety & scams
Is Vienna safe? Scams, areas and what to know
Vienna is one of the safest big cities in Europe, and violent crime against visitors is very rare.
ReadBest time to visit
Best time to visit Vienna: month-by-month guide
April to June and September to October.
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