Beč: Europe's friendliest city delights tourists worldwide!
Beč was named the friendliest city in Europe in 2025. Discover the reasons for this award and the attractions of the city.

Beč: Europe's friendliest city delights tourists worldwide!
Vienna is celebrating another impressive success: According to a recent survey by the British magazine Condé Nast Traveler, the Austrian capital was named the friendliest city in Europe. Over 180,000 British citizens shared their travel experiences, highlighting the warm hospitality and special charm of Vienna. This puts Vienna ahead of renowned competition, including cities such as Florence, Reykjavik, San Sebastián and Lisbon. Vienna ranks second on the global list, behind only Quitao in Ecuador. What's particularly pleasing is that the city also ranks third among the best cities to visit in Europe, after Valletta and Oslo, and ninth in the world. This success is reflected in the comment of Norbert Kettner, the director of Vienna Tourism: His “charming compliment” for the city underlines its attraction to tourists not only from Great Britain but from all over the world.
The decision for Vienna was justified not only by the diverse cultural landscape, but also by a variety of attractions. From the majestic Hofburg to the impressive Stephanskathedral to the charming Prater - Vienna's sights are as diverse as it is impressive. The opera and the art historical museum are just a few highlights that move visitors from all over the world into town. These culinary and cultural aspects also make Vienna a popular city for British vacationers who found the city to be easily accessible and extremely inviting.
Vienna as a tourist highlight
The Prater particularly stands out among the attractions of the city - a huge amusement park with over 250 attractions that grants free admission. For a small price, visitors can look forward to rides and other experiences. The Danube Tower and the beautifully designed gardens of Schönbrunn Castle are also attractions that should not be missed. Another cultural treat is the Albertina, which houses more than a million works of art and also offers an online ticket purchase to avoid long queues.
Vienna's excellent reviews are not only reflected in the survey, but also in the numerous positive reviews that the city describe as green, inviting and warm -hearted. Many tourists rave about their experience, and the range of historical and cultural experiences seems inexhaustible. In the ranking battle, Vienna has catapulted itself among the top 10 of the friendly cities in Europe. The list also includes Copenhagen, Oslo, Porto, Madrid and Prague.
A look at the entire offer
- Sehenswürdigkeiten im Stadtzentrum:
- Opernhaus: Eines der größten Opernhäuser Europas
- Katedral von St. Stephan: Symbol Wiens
- Maria-Theresien-Platz: Attraktive Plätze mit Museen
- Rathaus: Berühmt für Weihnachtsmärkte und Events
- Beliebte Ausflugsziele außerhalb des Stadtzentrums:
- Schloss Schönbrunn: Barockpalast mit weitläufigen Gärten
- Belvedere: Heimat von Gustav Klimts „Der Kuss“
- Hundertwasserhaus: Ein Architekturobjekt in seiner Einzigartigkeit
Vienna is more than just a place - it is an experience that is characterized by its charming streets, inviting people and rich culture. With this new award, Vienna is strengthening its reputation as one of the best destinations for travelers of all stripes.