Experience in Vienna, Austria by Lena

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What is it like to live in Vienna? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Vienna is a really nice city to live in. You can choose between a lot of things to do everyday. Culture, entertainment, trips to nature and many more.

What is the student lifestyle like in Vienna?

Student lifestyle in Vienna is really nice, as we have a very good public transport it is easy to get around Vienna very quick - you will hardly ever need a car in Vienna. You can find a lot of places (restaurants, bars, clubs) that offer student-friendly prices.

How much does it cost to live in Vienna?

Depending on where you live it is cheaper or more expensive - but you can definitely manage to not spend too much for living there.

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Is it difficult to find accommodation in Vienna? Is there any advice you can give?

Depending on your expectations it is hard to find a place. But there are a lot of people looking for a roommate for their shared flats.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

You can find all the food you wish for in Vienna, as it is a very international city. From typical Austrian cuisine to Chinese, Australian and Turkish food.

What places would you recommend visiting in Vienna?

I would recommend to visit the "Wiener Prater" if you like attractions and rollercoasters, after that visit the "Schweizerhaus" for a typical Austrian lunch or dinner. Also "Schöbrunn" and "Stephansplatz" are places you should definitely visit.

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Is it good to eat out in Vienna? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

In Vienna you will find a lot of different restaurants to have delicious breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

For example: Florianihof, Café Hummel, Motto am Fluss, 7 Stern, Erich, Ulrich, Schweizerhaus, Plachutta, Rinderwahn...

Is the nightlife good in Vienna? Where is good to go?

Nightlife is not only good, it's one of the best you'll find.

I would recommend to go to: Passage, Volksgarten, Vie I Pee, Pratersauna.

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What advice would you give future students heading to Vienna?

Be aware, you'll fall in love with this city.