As part of a river cruise on the Danube, my husband and I had the opportunity to experience a quick stay in Vienna, Austria. Through an excursion tour offered by Viking River Cruises, plans we made on our own, and a lovely overnight stay at a very unique hotel, we were able to get a very good taste of what makes Vienna one of the most beloved cities in Europe. For the first time on the Real Food Traveler Podcast, I am joined by my husband, Jimmy McDonough, who is also co-owner our Eco-Friendly Food, Travel and Adventure Editor! Read on for a teaser of our conversation and click below to listen.

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If you only have an overnight in Vienna, here’s what to do

In this podcast, we recall some of the highlights from our day and a half in Vienna. You can get more details, and so photos too, in the following articles on Real Food Traveler.

We share the details of where to go when you don’t have much time in Vienna, from the key museums to see, places to grab a bite and essential things to do in this article.

St. Stephensplatz is a varied and vibrant place to visit when in Vienna.

The Hotel Altstadt Vienna is a very special place to stay and unlike anywhere else you’re likely to find. We tell you about it here.

The Hotel Altstadt Vienna is an ideal and artistic place to stay during your brief visit.

You can fly to Vienna, Austria, of course. But you can also sail there on a river cruise. If you’re considering that, and especially if you love ocean cruises but are new to river ones, this article may help.

A swan swam by our Viking river cruise cabin window, welcoming our arrival in Vienna.

-By Courtney Drake-McDonough, Publisher and Managing Editor of Real Food Traveler and host of the Real Food Traveler Podcast

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More to learn about Vienna from some of our writers:

Sherry Spitsnaugle shares a slice of the history of the famous Sacher Torte.

Dennis Cieri feasts on cakes baked by grandmas at Vollpension Cafe and clues us in to the surprising history and business of snail farming in Vienna.