Concierge Secrets
Three refined tips from the Head Concierge of Park Hyatt Vienna, Martin Wenig — for those seeking truly extraordinary experiences in and around Vienna.
Tony Gigov, Johann Strauss – New Dimensions, Österreich Werbung/Volker Preusser, Alamy
As Head Concierge of the Park Hyatt Vienna and proud member of Les Clefs d’Or, Martin Wenig always has the perfect Vienna insider tip ready for every guest.
1. Happy Birthday, Waltz King Johann Strauss! Immersive, informative, interactive — this innovative art & tech exhibition celebrates the life and legacy of the legendary Johann Strauss II like never before. For the first time in Austria, a GPS-tracked audio guide leads visitors through the captivating audiovisual journey. A museum dedicated solely to the Waltz King — what better way to mark his 200th birthday in 2025? Titled New Dimensions, the experience lives up to its name. Housed in a graceful Art Deco building at Friedrichstraße 7, 1010 Vienna, it’s just a 15-minute walk from the Park Hyatt.
www.johannstraussmuseum.at
2. Music for Paradise live at the historic Abbey of Heiligenkreuz. For those drawn to the spiritual and contemplative, Heiligenkreuz is a sanctuary of serenity. Founded in 1133, the abbey has been home to Cistercian monks for nearly nine centuries. Proud of their sacred grounds and the paradisiacal inner courtyard, the monks personally guide visitors through the site. Their pride also extends to the renowned theological-philosophical university and their international chart-topping album Chant — Music for Paradise. This stunning Gregorian chant is performed live by the monks every Sunday and holiday at 9:30 a.m. Located just 30 minutes by car from Vienna, or an hour by regional train, Heiligenkreuz offers a divine escape.
www.stift-heiligenkreuz.org
3. A Heurigen adventure in the heart of the vineyards. This is how a classic Viennese Heuriger should be: indulgence and ease with panoramic views and a truly special atmosphere. Nestled among the vineyards above Vienna, the Buschenschank Mayer am Nussberg invites you to sip award-winning wines and savor authentic regional delicacies. For a nostalgic twist, take the Heurigenexpress — a charming vintage train that winds its way from Nussdorf through the romantic Vienna Woods, past ancient wine houses and stately Gründerzeit villas. It’s a scenic journey through history and nature — with fresh air and fine wine as your companions.
www.mayeramnussberg.at
