Winter in Vienna is all about cozy corners, festive flavors, and unforgettable experiences. From hidden local cafés to sparkling rooftop views, the city is full of seasonal gems waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re looking for unique gifts, warming drinks, or creative winter activities, these local spots will make your season magical.

• IKONO Vienna

• Perle Pop Up

• The Lamée Rooftop Bar

• Christmas markets

• Vollpension

• IKEA Wien Westbahnhof

IKONO Vienna

IKONO Vienna is an immersive art experience with over 15 playful and interactive worlds that blend creativity, light, and illusion. Every room invites you to explore, express yourself, and share the moment with friends.

Here, you become the artist. The installations surprise and delight, awaken your senses, and spark curiosity. You’ll leave IKONO not only with great photos, but with memories and stories from a truly unique experience.

Perle Pop Up

Perle Pop Up is a vibrant local design market celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, and handmade treasures. It’s the perfect place to discover unique gifts, thoughtful souvenirs, and beautifully crafted pieces made by independent makers.

Don’t miss the next edition on 20–21 December at the Ottakringer Brewery — a cozy winter market full of charm, talent, and one-of-a-kind finds.

Get your tickets or find out more about upcoming dates on https://perlepopup.com/.

The Lamée Rooftop Bar

The Lamée Rooftop Bar impresses not only with its extraordinary location and striking architecture, but also with a refined drink selection that leaves nothing to be desired. A particular highlight are the signature cocktails, crafted with passion, creativity and expertise. Each drink tells its own story and reflects the dedication of the entire bar team.

Culinary perfection comes from the Chef, whose sophisticated bar dishes pair beautifully with the curated cocktails. Together, they transform every visit into a memorable experience of flavor, craftsmanship, and atmosphere.

Christmas markets

Vienna’s Christmas markets are known worldwide for their timeless charm: twinkling lights, handcrafted gifts, aromatic punch, and warm pastries filling the air with scent and tradition. From the iconic Rathausplatz market to smaller local gems full of artisan crafts, each stop offers its own magical atmosphere and a glimpse into the city's holiday heritage.

Discover Vienna’s most enchanting Christmas markets on a guided tour with Ring Tours. Glide through the city in beautifully restored, fully electric vintage-style cars and enjoy a sustainable, nostalgic way to experience the festive season.

Bookings are available via the link.

Vollpension

Vollpension is a unique café in Vienna where older generations bake and serve homemade cakes — the team is around 50% seniors, many of them working to fight loneliness and supplement a small pension.

It’s not just the cakes that charm visitors: the café creates a warm, intergenerational gathering place where memories, stories and community come alive — a place where “grandma’s kitchen” meets modern Vienna.

IKEA Wien Westbahnhof

On the rooftop of IKEA Wien Westbahnhof, the “husmas” Christmas experience turns into a cozy winter escape high above Vienna — think glögg, cinnamon rolls, warm huts and a stunning skyline view.

Whether you’re relaxing under the stars with a punch or meeting friends after work for warm drinks and good vibes, it’s a perfect mix of urban energy and holiday magic.

Enjoy winter in Vienna and let us know if you have more secret tips. Make the most of the season, explore hidden corners, and create your own cozy moments in the city.