Once again, Economist Intelligence Unit named Vienna, Austria, the most livable city in the world. The annual report made by EIU took into account a variety of factors, including stability, education, healthcare, culture and environment, infrastructure, and more.
© Vienna Tourist Board / Christian Stemper
Vienna draws many thanks to its charm and rich historical heritage, as well as its exceptional qualities, making it an ideal place to work, travel and live. This year also marks the 150th anniversary of the Vienna World’s Fair, a fitting time to celebrate the historic event and the city’s accomplishment as the world’s most livable city. The Vienna World’s Fair opened in 1873 and laid the foundations for a city popular with tourists. The first fair saw a boom in new hotels, cafés and restaurants, many of which still exist today and comprise some of the city’s finest establishments, including Hotel Imperial, Palais Hansen Kempinski Vienna, and Café Landtmann.
© Vienna Tourist Board / Paul Bauer
Vienna boasts beautiful vineyards dotting the landscape, many existing for generations boasting important wine-growing traditions. Visitors can taste locally produced wines and learn about the history of winemaking in the region. Coffee lovers are also drawn to Vienna thanks to its coffee house culture, now an emblem of the city’s identity. Vienna’s traditional coffee houses allow visitors to enjoy a cup of aromatic coffee while engaging in lively conversations in a warm and intimate atmosphere. The city’s coffee houses are so important to Viennese culture that they now appear on the UNESCO list of intangible cultural assets.
Museum Quarter © Vienna Tourist Board / Julius Hirtzberger
Vienna’s commitment to the arts through numerous galleries, museums and music venues is another reason the city ranks high among visitors and locals. The city hosts world-class exhibitions, performances and events throughout the year, allowing all to immerse themselves in different cultures.
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