Arrive early morning and collect your luggage. Since your hotel on Klosterneuburger Straße isn't available until 3pm, store your luggage at the Vienna Airport's luggage storage facility for a small fee to freely explore the city.
Take the S7 S-Bahn from Vienna Airport to Landstraße/Wien Mitte station, which takes about 25 minutes. Enjoy a budget-friendly breakfast at the Café Sperl or Das Kolin, both offering affordable options.
Browse affordable design exhibits or pick unique fashion finds at nearby thrift stores like Pickup Vienna or Tropentröd. Check opening hours in advance.
EUR 9 entry for MAK or free for thrift shopping, 1h
Take U4 from Karlsplatz to Schönbrunn station; stroll through the gardens and enjoy the view of the palace from outside since the palace interior costs more.
Travel back to Klosterneuburger Straße and check in after 3 pm. Drop off luggage at the hotel or a nearby luggage locker at a station like Wien Westbahnhof.
Start at Desider Fritz Park, where Jesse and Céline first meet at sunrise; then walk around the city to spots like the Old Danube and the City Hall area, all featured in the film, accessible via public transport.
Take bus or tram to Belvedere, explore the gardens and easy-to-access exterior views; interior art collections are optional for a budget-conscious visit.