Vienna is magical and it has quite of a romantic beauty that will keep you hooked. It is one of the most popular European cities and everyone who lives in Europe or goes for the trip definitely visits it at least once in their life. But, if you are on a budget dreaming to get a glimpse of this majestic city, like always I have your back. With a meagre budget, let me tell you how you can visit Vienna under $100.
HOW TO TRAVEL VIENNA UNDER $100?
Duration
You can get the essence of Vienna in a maximum of two days, so this one-day Vienna travel guide will be perfect for you. The best time to visit is either April to May or September to October.
Accommodation
The hostels will be your best option if you are travelling to Vienna on a budget. You can go to Hostel World and pick out the options best for you. You will have to spare a budget for at least $20 to get yourself a bed in a shared dorm. You can always opt for Couchsurfing with a trusted and reliable host if you wish to save money.
Transportation in Vienna
The European transport system is reliable, worthy and extremely cheap. So, don’t worry, Vienna has the same too. You can buy a Vienna Pass to give you complete access to the transport network, attractions, and museums, etc. Otherwise, you can buy a 24-hour pass for around $9. You can also rent a bike for as low as $2.
Food & Drink
You should have a total budget of around $20 – $25 to keep you covered for a day. You can also choose a hostel with free breakfast or the one that provides it to you for only $1, so you can save up some money. You can get hearty lunch and breakfast from various food markets and small cafes around the city. Some food carts also offer great taste on budget, so do find the ones and check them out.
For wine and beer, you can try grocery stores, as you will be able to get the cheapest for $6 and $2, respectively. A proper beer out in a pub will cost you around $5.
Sightseeing
Vienna attractions might be out of your budget. So, I suggest you keep the long list of sightseeing completely out of limits. The city is beautiful and breathtaking, so it is okay if you miss out on a few places because you won’t be missing out on a lot. Start with the free walking tours so you can get the maximum of the city for free. Pick from Museum of Military History for around $7, Belvedere Palace and Museum for $10 – $17, Imperial Treasury of Vienna for $13, and Schonbrunn Palace for $16-$18.
This will be a perfect day in Vienna with the maximum you can do in the minimum budget possible. Pack your bag now and thank me later. All you need is a spirit to travel to Vienna and a budget under $100.