25 x Places to Relax in Vienna

Discover the best local places to unwind in Vienna. Whether you’re looking for peaceful parks, fun activities or cozy cafes, our Spotters have found the best local places for you to enjoy and recharge. Challenge your friends at escape room Open The Door, experience a silent spa day at Schwerelos or enjoy a colorful game of minigolf at Blacklite Arena. Check out these and many more local gems for the best break in the city!

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First Escape Vienna

First Escape

Exit game in actual Viennese subway

"First Escape" in Vienna is an escape room entirely underground - you can even go into a special decommissioned car in the city's metro system!

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Julia

Heiligenbrunner

Sep 7, 2025

The Docks at Alte Donau

Swimming in Manhattan

"The Docks at Alte Donau" in Vienna are perfect for swimming in the middle of the city! Or walking around if the weather is chilly.

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Zina

Serdarevic

Sep 4, 2025
Steps at the Donaukanal Vienna

Steps at the Donaukanal

Watching the bustling

Tired of the bars along the Donaukanal in Vienna? You can try these steps on its south side, specifically across from the Adria. They're perfect in summer!

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Zina

Serdarevic

Sep 4, 2025

Wutstock

Rage space fun

Letting off steam lifts your mood. Some may go for a run, to the boxing club, or chop wood, while others come here. One doesn't exclude the other - why not do both?!

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Julia

Heiligenbrunner

Aug 31, 2025

Donaukanal

Relax at the waterfront

"Donaukanal" in Vienna is a centrally located hotspot by the water. I, like many others, love to hang out here by the water or at one of these bars...

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Bars
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Julia

Heiligenbrunner

Aug 29, 2025

Aufzug Café

Time travel coffee place

While lifts are a basic feature of modern apartment buildings today, 120 years ago, they were still considered luxury amenities...

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Coffee & tea
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Relaxing

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Julia

Heiligenbrunner

Aug 15, 2025

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