Two people are holding sparklers in their hands. You can see the sparks flying and the sun setting in the background. Photo: Ian Schneider, Unsplash

EasyCityPass Vienna tips: December

Winter magic in Vienna – festive, fragrant, musical!
In this issue, we introduce you to three EasyCityPass Vienna partners that are perfect for the pre-Christmas season: The Schönbrunn Palace Concerts provide a real Vienna feeling, our new partner Free2Move offers flexible car sharing during your vacation, and Wiener Seife has lovingly handmade soap wonders waiting for you.

In the blog, you'll also find the best ice rinks in Vienna and an overview of the city's most beautiful Christmas markets. And there's a highlight in store for you at the end of the year: the New Year's Eve Trail is celebrating its 34th edition – a glittering night that you shouldn't miss! By the way, throughout December you can experience special Christmas markets with a vintage car tour.

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View of the Orangery at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna. The Orangery is bathed in purple light, with the audience seated in the room looking towards the stage. Photo: Schloss Schönbrunn Konzerte

Partner of the month

Schönbrunn Palace Concerts

At the Schönbrunn Palace Concerts, you can enjoy classical music in an imperial setting. In the magnificent rooms of the palace's Orangery, you will experience works by Mozart and Strauss—played live by outstanding musicians. An unforgettable evening that will transport you to the world of music of the imperial era.

Further information about the EasyCityPass Partner
A woman in an orange blouse stands in front of a Free2move car sharing vehicle, holding a cell phone in her hand and looking at it. The display shows content from the Free2Move service. Photo: Free2move

Partner of the month

Free2move

With free2move as the new EasyCityPass Vienna partner, you can explore Vienna flexibly and in an environmentally conscious way: car-sharing vehicles are available around the clock. Ideal for spontaneous trips or errands – without the stress of finding a parking space and without owning a car. Simply register, reserve a car, and drive off!

Further information about the EasyCityPass Partner
A look inside the Vienna soap factory. A man holds various soap packages stacked on top of each other in his hand and holds them up to the camera. The man is wearing a white coat, and his head cannot be seen. Photo: Wiener Seife

Partner of the month

Wiener Seife

At Wiener Seife, you will find handmade natural soaps produced in Vienna according to traditional recipes. Each soap has a unique fragrance, is gentle on the skin, and is made from high-quality, natural ingredients. Perfect as a special souvenir or pampering gift from the city of the senses.

Further information about the EasyCityPass Partner
You can find our complete partner overview here!
View of the ice rink at Vienna City Hall. Photo: Stadt Wien Marketing, Christian Jobst

Inspiring blog articles for your trip to Vienna

Ice skating in Vienna

Fancy some winter magic? Here you'll find the best ice rinks in Vienna in 2025/2026 – with information on skate hire, highlights, and perfect public transport connections thanks to the EasyCityPass Vienna.

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Belvedere, Vienna, at night, dark, small and large stars shine in the lake Photo: Olaf Luft

Inspiring blog articles for your trip to Vienna

Christmas markets in Vienna

Vienna exudes a very special flair during the Advent and Christmas season. We have put together the top 7 Christmas markets in Vienna that you should definitely visit during your stay.

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Christmas market on Karlsplatz. St. Charles's Church can be seen in the background. Photo: Ring Tours Vienna

Christmas market tours in vintage cars

December 2026

Experience the magic of the Viennese Christmas season on a leisurely two-hour Christmas market tour in a vintage car. Depending on the tour, you can visit three or four of Vienna's most charming Christmas markets, where you can stroll through sparkling lights, festive stalls, and hidden historic alleys. Sweet and savory snacks, traditional Austrian cookies, and a warm glass of mulled wine are, of course, included - the perfect blend of comfort, culture, and Christmas magic.

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Poster for the Lovelight Pop Up Store in Stiftgasse in Vienna. The poster features a purple background, painted flowers, and various information about the event. Photo: Lovelight Foundation

Lovelight Pop-up

November 27 - December 14, 2025

The Lovelight Foundation team sees itself as an “association that promotes the fine arts” and is opening a pop-up store in Vienna's 7th district (Stiftgasse 11, 1070, 3-8 p.m.). Branded products such as mugs, stickers, sweaters, and T-shirts with special Lovelight designs will be on sale. You can also bring your own clothes or bags and have them printed on site. Punch and small culinary specialties will of course also be available. All proceeds will be donated to support creative projects.

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New Year's Eve fireworks fly through the sky and paint a typical New Year's Eve fireworks pattern in the sky. Photo: Roven Images, Unsplash

Vienna New Year's Eve Trail

December 31, 2025

The Vienna New Year's Eve Trail is one of the largest New Year's Eve celebrations in Europe. Eight locations – Rathausplatz, Freyung, Am Hof, Graben, Stephansplatz, Kärntner Straße, Neuer Markt, and Wintermarkt at Riesenradplatz in the Prater – are part of the spectacle and offer a diverse music and entertainment program that combines numerous genres.

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Close-up of the golden Johann Strauss statue. You can see Strauss with the violin in his hand. Photo: Canva

Straussing it Up in Vienna 2025

200 years of Johann Strauss from 01.01.-31.12.25

Vienna celebrates 200 years of Johann Strauss - from January 1 to December 31, 2025, with a premiere every week. From ten different genres, both indoor and open-air. In surprising places in all 23 districts, such as the Central Cemetery, at the Danube Island Festival, or in the sky. Celebrations with the great Viennese orchestras and contemporary artists.

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