The Naschmarkt

A highlight of your Vienna tour is a visit to the Viennese Naschmarkt (Nibbles Market). Located between the left and right Wienzeile, the Naschmarkt extends from the Kettenbrückengasse to the Getreidemark, on an elevation to the Secession.

Differently to as the name implies, there aren’t only sweets to buy at the Naschmarkt: Fresh fruit and vegetables from around the world, exotic spices, meat, fish and ecological foods are offered for sale on the colorful market stands. Early in the morning cooks and chefs already crowd around the market looking for fresh specialties. Later, after a Viennese breakfast in one of the numerous cafes, bars or delis located around the Naschmarkt, the "laymen" start their search for culinary treats. Delicacies from the Naschmarkt make a favorite gift with Vienna holiday-makers.

On Saturdays you'll not only find delicious treats at the food market but also curiosities, old and beautiful things on the street market stalls adjacent to the Naschmarkt. The wares offered are completely mixed, for beautiful souvenirs it helps to be a skillful bargainer.

One can experience a special part of Vienna in the adjacent Freihausviertel, which groups itself around the Schleifmuehlgasse. Trendy restaurants, individual fashion, designer shops and specialty shops are to be found here. The restaurants and coffee houses in the Naschmarkt area lure with menus, which reflect the exotic offers and the fresh variety of the daily market.