Budget-Friendly Imperial Romance
Vienna's grandeur without imperial prices
Your Evening Timeline
Free Walking Tour of the Ring
Ringstrasse
Free (tip-based)
Join a free walking tour along the magnificent Ringstrasse - Opera, Parliament, City Hall, Burgtheater. Tip what you can.
Address: Meet at Albertinaplatz
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tours leave from Albertinaplatz.
Standing Room at the Opera
Vienna State Opera
€15 each
World-class opera for €15 from the standing section. The music is identical to €200 seats.
Address: Opernring 2
Line up 80 min before curtain. Bring a scarf to mark your spot.
Würstelstand Dinner
Bitzinger Würstelstand
€10-14 for two
End at a classic sausage stand. Käsekrainer (cheese-filled sausage) with mustard and a Pfiff. Authentic and delicious.
Address: Albertinaplatz
Bitzinger behind the Opera is the most famous. Try the Käsekrainer.
Night Stroll to Karlskirche
Karlskirche
Free
Romantic stroll to the beautifully illuminated baroque church. The reflecting pool creates perfect photos.
Address: Karlsplatz
Sit on a bench by the reflecting pool. Bring a warm layer.
Booking Checklist
- •Standing tickets: Line up 80 min before curtain
- •Everything else is walk-in
Weather Backup
Rain? Stay inside the Opera for the full experience, then taxi to Bitzinger
Estimated Total
€40-60