4-Day Winter Discovery in Vienna from Manchester: Culture, Cuisine & Christmas Markets

Day 1: Arrival and City Introduction

Vienna, Austria on December 2, 2025

9:00am

Flight from Manchester to Vienna

Depart from Manchester Airport to arrive in Vienna. Typical flight duration is approximately 2.5 hours.
GBP150, 2h30m

12:00pm

Check-in at Hotel Sacher Vienna

Settle into the historic and luxurious Hotel Sacher located in the city centre, ideal for walking to many attractions.
EUR250, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Café Central

Enjoy traditional Viennese dishes like Wiener Schnitzel and savory pastries in the iconic Café Central, serving since 1876.
EUR20, 1h

2:30pm

Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral

Explore this Gothic masterpiece with its ornate multi-coloured tiled roof and climb the tower for panoramic city views. Open 6:00am-10:00pm.
EUR5, 1h

4:00pm

Walk along the Graben and Kohlmarkt

Stroll through Vienna’s prestigious shopping streets festively decorated for December, perfect for atmosphere and window shopping.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Plachutta Wollzeile

Savour Vienna's famous boiled beef (Tafelspitz) in a renowned restaurant open until 10:30pm.
EUR35, 1h30m

8:00pm

Evening at the Christmas Market at Rathausplatz

Experience Vienna’s magical Christmas market by night with festive lights, handcrafted gifts, and hot mulled wine. Open daily 10:00am-9:30pm.
EUR10 (food/drinks optional), 1h30m
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Day 2: Palaces and Museums

Vienna, Austria on December 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Demel

Start your day at the famous Demel pastry shop, indulging in Viennese cakes and coffee. Opens at 7:30am.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Visit Schönbrunn Palace

Tour the opulent summer palace of the Habsburgs with its magnificent gardens and imperial rooms. Opens 8:00am-5:30pm.
EUR25, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Café Gloriette

Dine in the charming Gloriette building on the palace grounds, enjoying Austrian cuisine and spectacular views.
EUR20, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Kunsthistorisches Museum

Explore one of the world’s finest art museums, featuring masterpieces from ancient to Renaissance and Baroque times. Open 10:00am-6:00pm.
EUR18, 2h

5:00pm

Walk through the MuseumsQuartier

Enjoy Vienna’s vibrant cultural quarter with art installations, shops, and cafés. A great place to relax before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Figlmüller

Try the famous giant Wiener Schnitzel at this traditional restaurant, a Viennese culinary institution. Open until 10:00pm.
EUR30, 1h30m
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Day 3: Art and Music

Vienna, Austria on December 4, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Sperl

Enjoy a traditional Viennese breakfast in a café with classic interiors, open from 8:00am.
EUR15, 1h

10:00am

Visit Belvedere Palace

Admire Austrian Baroque architecture and view Gustav Klimt’s “The Kiss” in the Belvedere’s art collection. Open 10:00am-6:00pm.
EUR22, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Salm Bräu

Sample hearty Austrian dishes with craft beer in this homely brewpub near the Belvedere. Open 11:00am-10:00pm.
EUR20, 1h

2:00pm

Tour Vienna State Opera House

Take a guided tour of the grand State Opera which runs from 2:00pm-3:00pm on this day to learn about Vienna's rich musical history.
EUR9, 1h

3:30pm

Coffee and Cake at Café Demel (Second Visit)

Relax with coffee and famous Sachertorte to prepare for the evening concert.
EUR15, 1h

7:00pm

Attend a Classical Concert at Musikverein

Enjoy world-renowned classical music performances in Vienna’s grand concert hall. Check schedule and book tickets in advance. Typical cost EUR40-70.
EUR50, 2h
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Day 4: Last Day and Departure

Vienna, Austria on December 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel to start the final day relaxingly.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Visit Naschmarkt

Explore Vienna's famous market open 6:00am-7:30pm, great for souvenirs, fresh produce, and international snacks to sample.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Check-out and travel to Vienna Airport

Head to Vienna International Airport for your return flight to Manchester.
EUR35 (taxi), 1h

1:00pm

Flight from Vienna to Manchester

Flight duration approximately 2.5 hours, arriving back in Manchester comfortably in the afternoon.
GBP150, 2h30m
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