Why Vienna is the World's Most Livable City | Must-sees in Austria's Capital

You're in Vienna, with just a day to spend there? DW's Hannah Hummel will show you just what you won't want to miss in the Austrian capital – from St. Stephen's Cathedral to the Prater. Besides many more attractions, you'll also discover why the Economist Group once again named Vienna the most livable city in the world.
Which of Hannah's stops in the video do you find most interesting?

00:00 Intro
00:33 St. Stephens cathedral
01:02 Old Town
01:44 Hundertwasserhaus
02:31 Naschmarkt, eating Wiener Schnitzel
03:44 Meeting student Leonhard Pichler, why is Vienna so liveable?
05:04 Coffe house Demel
06:16 The Prater

CREDITS:
Report: Hannah Hummel
Camera, Edit: Neven Hillebrands
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[martinpregger]

Not to hate, but you literally took the most cliché things about Vienna - none of these tourist attractions makes it the most liveable cities in the world. With just a little research you could've found out that quality of Life comes from affordable housing, a good health system, great public transport, accessible leisure activities, ... unfortunately none of this was covered in your report - which feels more like a tourist guide than an actual report?! :/

[blumentopf]

What you might not notice during a quick visit to the city is the security. No slums, no groups fighting each other, even if there are many areas where people live who are not Austrian citizens. Everyone lives peacefully together. You can also walk through the streets in the evening and use public transport without any worries. Every apartment gets drinking water from the tap. All of this certainly counts when it comes to assessing which city is the most livable.

[denilsondearagon]

Visited Vienna 🇦🇹 for one week back in spring 2022, and the transportation was amazing and reliable. In the old center everything was within a walking distance. Vienna is definitely a worthwhile city to visit!!

[mikestiglic]

Visited Vienna for the first time this summer and I was not disappointed. My whole family was in agreement, its our favorite european city!

[JG-mpnb]

Hannah, your enthusiasm is infectious! My Wife and I had a wonderful time in Vienna this September. Perfect blend of culture, food, history and warm people wherever we went. We are still in awe at the sights and sounds of Vienna and plan on returning as soon as possible!

[everbravo]

It doesn't matter what city you are visiting in Austria, the whole country is simply wonderful! I've visited Salzburg, Innsbruck, and Graz and I've got the same feeling back

[bokormester]

I really like Vienna because I am living in Budapest and the both city almost have a same architecture design. The two capitals were built for the Habsburg Monarchy and resemble each other.

[whitebuffalo]

I'm very fortunate, in that my mom was born and raised in neighbouring Slovakia, in a town just a little over an hours drive from Vienna, so I've gotten to experience the city countless times OVER the years, and routinely cite it was being my favourite for a bevy of reasons. I myself was born and raised (and am currently living) in a major North American city, however my yearning to someday call the Austrian capital my home remains. It really is a special place, and that's especially highlighted after you've travelled to several other EU-cities, and even more-so after spending decades in culturally flaccid North America.

[steampunkqueen]

I love Vienna, but I've never been to Schönbrunn or any of the coffee houses. My contacts in the city know the best places to hang out. Prater is really beautiful on a summer night! :)

Oh, btw, Hannah's Scottish accent is so lovely on the ear!

[timepiece_enthusiast]

Erstmal eine Runde in der U6 fahren, um Wien wahrhaftig zu erleben...

[chongleasin]

I had the opportunity of visiting Vienna in 2019 before the pandemic happened. Spent a whole week there and absolutely loved all the museums there. Can't wait to head back again someday.

[redhidinghood]

I love the cinematography/camreawork in this video so much. Combined with the presenter it enhances the feel of Vienna so much

[evaolah]

Absolutely beautiful place
I was living only one year this city, but I go back always to visiting.
I love and in my heart ❤

[inoffiziell]

You have to visit Donauinsel in the Summer. Its so beautifull seeing seeing thousands of different people just chilling there, barbequing and having a good time. A good way to explore the city is going by e-scooter its like 30€/day. I live in Graz (second largest city in Austria) and love to visit my capital every now and then!

[jhowell]

Incredible! I got some Christmas gifts from Austria this year, one from Vienna, and have been doing some research. Vienna sounds immaculate! Thank you for such a wonderful "appetizer" tour!

Since you asked, I'd love to see any French medieval mountain town, Salzburg, Tallinn, Rovaniemi, Prague!

[ddiesel]

we visited Vienna in 2018 and went to St. Stephens, belvedere, Hofburg, Maria Theresin platz and Schonbrunn palace. w did try the Schnitzell in Naschmarket.

at Demel we sampled the Melange, Sacher Torte and Apple Strudel

[brontec]

It's lovely and you definitely showed the more traditional side of Vienna. Vienna also has a very vibrant modern art scene and lots of lovely inner city urban areas overflowing with design shops and boutiques. Next time drop into the MuseumsQuartier and the 7th district behind it for a different take on the city!

[reynaldocavalheiro]

I have been in Vienna and this country is amazing! It is the one of most beatiful place that I have visited.

[citylumberjack]

Utterly loved Vienna (and the surrounding countryside as well). Need to return for a longer stay soon.

[masumredoy]

The city i will never forget. This city will surely insist you to stay. I am glad to be there.