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Summer in the City
MEINE INSEL
There’s nowhere better to cool down during a hot Vienna summer than your own little island on the Danube. Meine Insel is offering different sized islands to rent for just a couple of hours or even for an entire day. Pack your bathing suit, some snacks and enjoy summer on an island of your own.
PICNIC IN A BOX
SNEAK IN, one of our favourite cafés in our neighbourhood, is not just a great place to hang out and to enjoy the city life while having a refreshing iced coffee. They are now also offering picnic boxes for takeaway to be enjoyed in one of Vienna’s 1,000 parks. Psst! If you show your Max Brown room key, you’ll get 10% off your picnic box.
STAND 129
This thought-provoking art and cultural space presents events all year long. To bridge the gap of social distance caused by COVID-19, the multi-talented Tonica Hunter curated Out of (Ab)stand, a space where communities that are affected by this world pandamic can come together to exhange ideas and find support. Be there 29 August for the amazing exhibition by photographer Ina Aydogan, along great tunes by the DJ and Mc collective BAD&BOUJEE. Check their events calendar here.
BIKERIDE – PRATER AND DONAUINSEL
Enjoy a lovely ride through the Vienna Prater and then cross over to the Donauinsel, where you can find a lot of great spots for a nice and refreshing swim. If you are feeling sporty you can ride far out to the quiet and sandy little bays located directly at the Donau opposite of the Kahlenberg.
STEINHOFGRÜNDE
One of the best places to escape the city and enjoy a wonderful walk, make sure to pass by the magnificant Otto Wagner church. Also the perfect place for a cozy picknick, so bring some snacks und a blanket.
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SEVEN NORTH TERRACE
The newest addition to the award winning Seven North Restaurant is an amazing hidden terrace located directly above the restaurant in the 7th district. Open daily from 12am to 8pm it’s the best place to enjoy some tasty food and great drinks with your loved ones and with a wonderful viel on the 200 square meter big artwork of Käthe Schönle & Sebastian Schager.
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Karma Food
One of our absolute favorite local eateries is Karma Food and they’re sharing regular mouth-watering recipes and live cooking videos once a week. Enjoy!
Albertina
Ever curious to know the story behind your favourite artworks? The Austrian start up Artivive App answers that and more with augmented reality. Check out Albertina Museum’s masterpieces from a whole new perspective.
Buchkontor
Our local friends at the bookshop Buchkontor inspire us to dive into new worlds every day. During this time, you can keep feeding your imagination and support the shop thanks to their Whatsapp book delivery service. They’re drop off your next read in your mailbox.
RELAX at Max Brown Spotify playlist
Music calms the mind, and so does our relaxing Spotify playlist. If you need a little musical escape, you can enjoy our very own playlist with some soulful tunes that you can listen to at home. You may find the playlist here.
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ARTS & CULTURE
HAWELKA
“What would Vienna be without the Hawelka? What would the Hawelka be without his guests?” Café Hawelka’s history goes back to 1936 and in the ’50s it became the place to be for authors, poets and those who loved to listen to them. Hawelka is rich with culture, has a mysterious touch to it and is the best place to eat “Buchteln mit Vanillesauce”. You didn’t experience Vienna without visiting Café Hawelka.
HUNDERTWASSERHAUS
Located in the 3rd District, this apartment building was designed by the Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser (who is essentially the Gaudì of Vienna). It’s an absolute eye-catcher you shoudn’t miss on your strolls of the city.
ÜBER DEN DÄCHERN WIENS
Walking on the roof of Vienna’s Natural History Museum sounds too good to be true, but it isn’t. It’s now happening four times a week. Enjoy an exceptional view from one of our absolute favorite museums in town.
STREET ART GUIDE VIENNA
If you’re as fascinated by street art and murals as we are, get the online map Street Art Guide Vienna before starting your city stroll. It’ll show you where over 100 murals by local and international artists are located all around the city. If you integrate this into your sightseeing tour and add a walk along the Donaukanal, you’ll get the full Vienna street art experience.
CAFÉ SPERL
Our new city has one really sweet cultural institution: the coffee house. The famous Viennese coffee house culture is not only known for celebrating a good cup of coffee, but also enjoying wiener melange while reading the newspaper. You’ll also find traditional pastries like apfelstrudel and sachertorte. For those who like it really rich, go for the kardinalschnitte. To experience a classic coffee house, go to Café Sperl in the 6th District.
SECESSION BUILDING
Secession was an Austrian art movement that was started in the late 19th century by a rebellious group of artists, namely Gustav Klimt. They exhibited their works in their iconic Succession Building, and it still exhibits experimental contemporary art today. It’s the world’s oldest independent exhibition institution, and the architecture alone is worth the visit. We recommend you sit on the stairs out front and watch Vienna go by.
ALBERTINA MUSEUM
Albertina, we can’t get enough of your style! Royals lived in this palace, and now you can experience it, too. Walk through the incredible State Rooms, each with their own fantastic color palate. The museum always hosts impressive temporary and permanent art exhibitions.
MUMOK
The Museum of Moderner Kunst, Mumok for short (translating to the Museum of Modern Art), is definitely a must-see when visiting Vienna. We can ramble on and on about it, but just know that they just never disappoint.
GALLERY WESTLICHT
What makes Westlicht special is their mission; they not only just want to display photography as art, but they also want to focus on its relationship with the camera itself. The loft used to be a glass factory, which architects Eichinger oder Knechtl transformed into an amazing space.
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VIENNA ON A DIME
SOUS-BOIS CAFÉ
A small café with a French air and an Asian twist. Weather you decide to have breakfast, an espresso at the counter or drinks in the evening, Sous Bois is just that type of place—a go-to at any time of the day. And while you’re in the neighbourhood, drop by the stationary boutique just next door. You’ll find the perfect little souvenirs for yourself or your loved ones in there.
FÄLSCHERMUSEUM
A one-of-a-kind museum in Europe. The Fälschermuseum is filled with faked and forged artworks from world-famous forgers. Even if you’re not into art, you’ll find a ton of entertaining stories in this museum.
KARMELITERMARKT
Who doesn’t love a stroll through an authentic market?Karmelitermarkt is one of the oldest markets in Vienna and is still mostly visited by locals. Our favourite days to go are Friday and Saturday, when the farmers market is on. Soak up the sun and enjoy some local treats by some of the regional farmers.
CAFÈ KORB
Vienna’s rich coffee culture offers more than just one place to celebrate and enjoy the black beverage. One of our favorite ones is Café Korb located in the 1st District. Its history goes back to the early 19th century, when even Majesty Emperor Franz Josef visited.
Sit outside in their “Schanigarden” during spring and summer to feel the mix of the calmness of its history combined with today’s lively city vibes. Picture by @stories.and.coffee
SCHALLTER
You know we’re vinyl lovers and so are you probably. In this case, you don’t even have to leave the district of Neubau to get a wonderful selection of amazing old and new records. “Schallter” in Westbahnstraße has your back. Picture by @geschaefte_in_wien
Q21
If you’re into art as much as we are and you prefer various different art forms, aside from the more commercial exhibitions, Q21 at Museums Quartier is the museum, or should we call it space, you have to check out. Over the course of a year, around 40 international artists are invited to showcase their works. It’s a wonderful and exciting place to get some food for thought.
DONAUINSEL
This 20-kilometer-long, narrow island in between the Danube and the New Danube is great for outdoor activities. It’s a green island within the big city perfect for a walk, picnic or even a swim in the swimmer’s authobahn.
SCHACHTELWIRT
A modern, fast casual restaurant where you can get a delicious, traditional dishes, all for less than 10 euros. Here they serve typical Austrian food, which you can eat in or take away. They have a small menu of five dishes that they change weekly, so there’s always a reason to go back.
STRANDBAR HERMANN
You can have a city trip and a beach holiday all in one at this beach bar. Settle into one of their comfy beach chairs and enjoy a cocktail. You can also attend one of their open air cinema nights or dive into one of their vintage Sunday markets for a bargain.
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VIENNA’S INDULGENCES
BITZINGER
An absolute must when visiting Vienna is Bitzinger, a chain of würstelstände (hot dog stands) in Vienna. Unlike other stands, it is famous for its modern and elegant design. Besides serving delicious and sizzling hot dogs, you can enjoy other comfort food and freshly tapped beers.
RAMASURI
Want to enjoy delicious, fluffy blueberry pancakes while enjoying one of Vienna’s cultural hotspots? Look no further. Ramasuri is a local, cute restaurant located in Vienna’s second district. Here, you can indulge breakfast, lunch and dinner or even a late-night drink with friends. In summer, it has a little terrace with a view onto the statue the famous Austrian actor and opera singer Johann Nestroy.
NASCHMARKT
The Viennese Naschmarkt is the epitome of a relaxed big city market. With its variety of restaurants, from Italian to Mediterranean, every hunger will be satisfied here and you’re spoiled for choice. Make yourself comfortable or stroll through the countless take-away market stalls. Spring tip: there’s less activity during the week, so you can enjoy the vibe even better. People-watching, tasting and enjoying life is the program here on sunny spring days. Picture by @kiteatsleepshop
VEGANISTA
If you think vegan food is always healthy, green and boring, think again. At Veganista, you’ll find the most hyped ice cream in Vienna. The ice cream is freshly made every morning with local and biological ingredients. And trust us when we say it tastes amaaaazing.
LEBERKAS-PEPI
This authentic little Austrian sandwich shop is the place to go for some real and undisputed leberkäse—the traditional Austrian sandwich with beef and pork. It’s only a minute away from the Opera House, so you’ll get a perfect Vienna experience. Open until 02:00 am.
VIENNA SAUSAGE
For those who have never had sauerkraut on their hotdog, now is the time and this is the place. It will blow your mind. Next to that, there’s a fantastic and wide variety of hotdogs, and the employees are always happy to advise you on what to order.
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CONSCIOUS VIENNA
GLEIN
Glein is one of our absolute favourite stores when it comes to sustainable ready-to-wear products. Go for affordable basics made in Europe, created with the highest quality materials. Everything is so beautiful that we can’t decide what to get. P.S. the atelier itself is defintiely worth a visit.
TOO GOOD TO GO
If you also can’t stand the fact that we’re throwing away way too much food on a daily basis, Too Good To Go is what you have to try when you’re in town. It’s an app that offers special deals at a lot of restaurants around the city. Instead of throwing food away, those restaurants offer you special deals for what is left.
BODY CONCEPT
If you feel the urge to charge your batteries and let it all out during your stay in Vienna, there’s no better place to do so than in Verena’s “Mindful Body” class at Body Concept. It’s a wonderful combination of yoga and toning. We’re hooked.
RAUMKOMPLETT
Just a few steps away from busy Mariahilfer Straße, you’ll find a small yet versatile shop, which will make you want to move in instantly. Among a lot of sustainable kitchen and bathroom wear, Raumkomplett also got some beautiful furniture pieces, as well as little “Mitbringsel” to make your loved ones smile.
SWING KITCHEN
Next to the great service, this restaurant’s vegan burgers are incredible. Their wall says, “Fantastic without plastic” because their tableware is completely CO2 neutral and biodegradable. Now, this is a place where you want to spend your money!
AUSNAHMSWEISE
Don’t miss Ausnahmsweise, the little vegan café located in Mariahilf, the district adjacent to the 7th District. The name means “treat yourself” or “just this one time,” and whether or not you’re vegan, we’re sure one time won’t be your last—Raphaela’s homemade cakes, cookies and lunch dishes will make you want more and more.
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FANCY VIENNA
MOTEL A MIIO
From Portugal to Austria. We love a nice set of tableware as much as we love the food we eat from it, so you better be prepared when checking out Motel A Miio in Neubaugasse. You’ll get the most beautiful ceramic pieces directly from Portugal. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner just got even better.
MÜHLBAUER
Want to feel fancy and wear the same hats as Brad Pitt, Meryl Streep, Madonna and Yoko Ono? Then you can’t leave Vienna without checking out Mühlbauer Hutmanufaktur. It’s a family-run business that’s been around since 1903, and they design the most beautiful hats.
MOTTO
MOTTO is kind of an institution. Located in the heart of the 5th district, Motto is our go-to when it comes to having a nice but still easy-going dinner with friends, especially if you enjoy eating late. On the weekends, you can get their distinctive Strawberry & Nougat until the early morning hours. If you’re trying to cut out sugar in 2020, this definitely has Cheat Day potential.
ZUM SCHWARZEN KAMEEL
This super traditional Austrian restaurant was founded over 400 years ago, and it’s been crowded ever since. Sit down on the terrace, people-watch, and eat one of their famous sandwiches.
MOCHI
We’ve never heard a bad thing about Mochi. This modern Japanese restaurant has great staff, super fresh ingredients and an amazing vibe. The staff is extremely passionate about what they do, and it takes your dining experience to a whole new level.
VOLKSOPER
In the city that brought us Mozart and Strauss, a musical activity is a must. If you want to steer clear of the overpaid and overcrowded venues like Musikverein and the Wiener Staatsoper, see a show at the less touristy Volksoper. The tickets are reasonably priced and the operas are fantastic.
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DOG FRIENDLY
HUNDEZONE PRATER
Perfect for escaping the city hustle and bustle, but still close enough for a spontaneous nature experience for you and your pup.
HUNDEZONE FLORIDSDORFER BRÜCKE/NORDBRÜCKE (HUNDESTRAND)
Enjoy romantic skyline-sundowners next to the danube waterside together with your four-legged friend.
COFFEE PIRATES
Here pups are as welcome as really good coffee creations and homemade refreshments.
DAS VIVET
If breakfast or dinner, at Vivet you’ll definitely enjoy your meal while having your four-legged travel buddy by your side.
MY HEALTH KITCHEN
Probably one of finest first address when it comes to healthy food and good vibes only. Just a dog-walk away from Max Brown 7th District.
ULRICH
Very close by too, Ulrich is a great place to enjoy your lunch with your furry friend, in the middle of Vienna’s 7th District.
DOGSTYLER WIEN
If shopping is a must during your trip, don’t forget about your best friend. Dogstyler has your little furry-friend’s back.
CHARLY’S
Treats, accessories, or even dog ice cream–Charly’s is your dog’s little paradise, not far away from the hotel.
VREDA’S DECO & DOG CONCEPT STORE
A concept store for dogs? Yes! At Vreda’s Deco & Dog concept store you’ll definitely find more than you really need for your furry best friend and yourself.
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