Visit Vienna: The world most liveable city

Visit the beautiful Upper Belvedere Palace to see the world-famous painting ‘The Kiss’ by Klimt. If you have never heard of it, a quick Google search can convince you to make the visit to see the masterpiece in person. To add to the experience, get to know the heart of the city. Vienna is famous for its art and culture and what better way to indulge in that than by witnessing street art? Treat yourself to some stunning murals and join the free walks that introduce you to the graffiti scene of the city. The city also offers – Gehörgänge – free audible guides that introduce you to the many buildings you walk past. They offer you an insight into the past of the city however they are only available in a few limited languages.

Vienna is one of the cleanest cities in the world and hence is best captured on foot or on a bicycle. Take a walk around the Ringstrasse to see some of the most important buildings of the city in all their glory. The State Opera House, the Burggarten, the Hofburg, the National Library, the Art History, Natural History and World museums, Parliament, and the Volksgarten among a few others, are all located here.

Walking in Vienna will not only help you to explore the city at your own pace but will also ensure you don’t break the bank. The local transport is also cheap and has great connectivity so getting around is easier.

We think the Sachertorte cake is the reason Vienna became the world’s most liveable city. Okay, all jokes aside. It is one of the most delicious cakes in the world and that explains why the recipe has been kept a well-guarded secret for centuries now. There have been court cases involving the cake. Yes, that good. Another extraordinary dining experience that you should consider is a wine and dine night at the Palmenhaus which also happens to be the world’s grandest greenhouse. Palmenhaus serves Austrian cuisine with locally-sourced ingredients. Although rooftop bars are your vibe, you’re in luck because Vienna is home to some notable bars with breathtaking panoramic views of the entire city, like Das Loft or 360° Ocean Sky.

Want to feel like a true-blue Viennese? Take a day trip to Heuriger, stop by one of the many vineyards you will find here, and learn all about the making of Austrian wines. You’ll be surprised at how different these wines are from anything you’ve ever tasted before. You can also sample their wines and bring some home, or spend the day tasting them all as you take in the beautiful view surrounding you. The city has a lot of such places that are great for a weekend visit, and that is one of the reasons why the most liveable city in the world is Vienna.

To truly experience the city like a local, you need to spend a day like the locals do. Shop at Naschmarkt, an open-air local market where you will find food stalls, produce stalls, wine shops, cheese stalls, and some souvenirs as well. Then, visit Café Central for a midday snack, coffee, and desserts. This cafe is famous because it used to be frequented by Sigmund Freud and Leon Trotsky.

Lastly, if you visit during the summer, end the day with a dip in an outdoor pool. Visit the Badeschiff Vienna, which is a really cool pool built on a boat. The atmosphere comes alive as the DJ blasts the music and food and drinks are passed around.

These are a few of the reasons why Vienna ranked so highly on the global liveability index and emerged as the most liveable city in the world. Book your flights and tickets via InterMiles and plan your trip to this scenic city now!