Must-see shopping in Vienna

  • Altmann & Kühne

    Vienna

    This small, charming shop is the flagship of century-old chocolatier Altmann & Kühne, which produces handmade chocolates and sweets. It's located behind a…

  • Cuisinarum

    Vienna

    Everything you need to cook Austrian cuisine is here: specialised cookware such as a Spätzle Sieb (a metal press to make Spätzle noodles); pots, pans and…

  • S/GHT

    Vienna

    Cutting-edge creations are stocked at this eye-on-tomorrow boutique. It promotes emerging Austrian labels such as Katharina Schmid, Meshit and Sightline…

  • Dörthe Kaufmann

    Vienna

    Dörthe is the designer behind the biannual collections presented at this little boutique, which might include anything from French-style bolero jackets to…

  • Herzilein

    Vienna

    Viennese-designed and -made clothes for babies and children aged up to 12 years – they're both functional and playful, such as stripey tops with animal…

  • Flo Vintage Mode

    Vienna

    It's surprising a city this enamoured with the glamorous past has few true vintage clothing stores. Spanning 1890 to 1980, the clothes here are…

  • 1130Wein

    Vienna

    Pop into this neighbourhood Vinothek (wine shop) for tastings with the delightful Robert Sponer-Triulzi, who stocks a huge range of interesting, top…

  • Gmundner

    Vienna

    Gmundner has been manufacturing ceramics by hand since 1492, and it's estimated over 50% of Austrian households hold at least one Gmundner piece. Its…

  • Oberlaa

    Vienna

    This much-loved confectioner is famed for its ‘LaaKronen’ – brightly coloured macarons in flavours like pistachio, lemon and strawberry, available singly…

  • We Bandits

    Vienna

    No matter how often you visit this boutique, you'll never see the same item twice. Owner Sophie Pollak scours the globe (in particular Asia and…

  • Österreichische Werkstätten

    Vienna

    Established in 1945, Österreichische Werkstätten is dedicated to selling work made by Austrian companies and designed by Austrian designers. Look out for…

  • Bobbys Foodstore

    Vienna

    Homesick Anglophone expats will find all their favourites here, from UK treats including Marmite, Hobnobs, Worcestershire sauce, Cadbury chocolates, Irn…

  • Unger und Klein

    Vienna

    Unger und Klein’s small-but-knowledgeable wine collection spans the globe, but the majority of its labels come from Europe, including the best of Austrian…

  • Mühlbauer

    Vienna

    This large boutique of Austrian milliner Mühlbauer uses materials such as felt, alpaca, mohair, rabbit, suede, cashmere, straw, seaweed, fur, merino and…

  • Fesch'Markt

    Vienna

    Austria's young creative makers emerge from their studios with over 200 stalls selling design, fashion, food, drinks and produce. It's held over three…

  • Das Neue Schwarz

    Vienna

    'The New Black' stocks a changing array of vintage clothes, shoes and accessories from some of the fashion world's biggest names: Jean Paul Gaultier,…

  • Loden-Plankl

    Vienna

    Kit yourself out Von Trapp family–style at this 1830-founded institution full of handmade embroidered Dirndls and blouses, capes, high-collared jackets,…

  • Vom Fass

    Vienna

    Austrian specialities filling the shelves of this gourmet shop include Styrian pumpkin-seed oil, blueberry balsamic vinegar, Alpine herbal liqueurs from…

  • Henzls Ernte

    Vienna

    If you're lucky, you'll see the Henzl family drying, grinding and blending their home-grown and foraged herbs and spices together with sugar and salt at…

  • Die Höllerei

    Vienna

    Alexandra Höller is passionate about Austrian produce and stocks a beautiful range of the best. Take home unusual bounty such as apricot-seed or saffron…

  • Kauf Dich Glücklich

    Vienna

    Two levels of books, homewares (scented candles, arty posters) and designer clothing (stylish jeans, modish boots) make Kauf Dich Glücklich an indie…

  • Mauerer

    Vienna

    Established in 1873 as a men's hat maker, this Viennese company has revived its manufacturing to once again produce its distinctive Mauerer Herrenhut, a…

  • Rave Up

    Vienna

    A massive vinyl collection, loads of new vinyl and a sociable atmosphere make a trip to Rave Up a real pleasure. The store specialises in indie and…

  • Helene

    Vienna

    Farmers' store Helene stocks top-quality regional produce. Alongside fruit and vegetables, dairy products and meat, you'll find Joseph Brot vom Pheinsten…

  • Buchhandlung Walther König

    Vienna

    A must for coffee-table connoisseurs, this lofty 250-sq-m space, with zinc shelves (to reflect light) and baroque touches, has a serious collection of…

  • Die Schwalbe

    Vienna

    'Eco-urban steetwear' here spans hoodies and pullovers to T-shirts, jackets, shorts and pants, plus accessories such as beanies, caps and scarves from…

  • Song

    Prater & East of the Danube

    A holy grail for style seekers, this industrial-minimalist gallery and boutique hosts rotating exhibitions of modern art and is a showcase for designer…

  • Die Sellerei

    Vienna

    Founded in 2010 by two graphic designers, Patrick Bauer and Georg Leditzky, this wood-panelled store is filled with European-made homewares, posters,…

  • Lanz

    Vienna

    Tracht (traditional Austrian clothing) for men, women and children fills the racks at Lanz. Browse for Lederhosen, Dirndls (women’s traditional dress) and…

  • Wienerkleid

    Vienna

    Doris Bittermann designs and sews seasonal fashion ranges at her Vienna studio that she sells here in her boutique. Her eco-inspired neo-vintage women's…

  • Lichterloh

    Vienna

    Iconic furniture from the 1900s to 1970s, by names such as Eames, Thonet and Mies van der Rohe, fills this massive space. Even if you’re not planning to…

  • Christa Nagy Strickdesign

    Prater & East of the Danube

    The stripy cotton and viscose knitwear here is both classic and up-to-the-minute, with flattering shapes and vivid colours, and designs for hot and cold…

  • Xocolat

    Vienna

    This upmarket Konditorei (cake shop) offers 40-odd varieties of beautifully decorated handmade chocolates, pralines and truffles – some of which qualify…

  • So Austria

    Vienna

    Founded by two South Tyroleans with a passion for Austrian home and fashion accessories, this high-quality shop only sells goods handcrafted in Austria:…

  • Mühlbauer

    Vienna

    Mühlbauer has been producing cloches, pillboxes, caps and bonnets since 1903. Designs combine traditional influences with up-to-the-minute colours and…

  • Wiener Konfektion

    Vienna

    Experimental owner/designer Maria Fürnkranz-Fielhauer uses contemporary fabrics, denim and wool blends but especially vintage ’60s and ’70s fabrics, to…

  • Augarten Wien

    Vienna

    This flagship store of Vienna porcelain manufacturer Augarten sells the most delicate of ornaments, vases and dinnerware with traditional hand-painted…

  • Bio-Markt Freyung

    Vienna

    Great for picking up some picnic fixings, this low-key market exclusively sells organic produce from farmers. Find everything from wood-fired-oven bread,…

  • Freytag & Berndt

    Vienna

    The ultimate place to inspire wanderlust, Freytag & Berndt has an extensive collection of guides and maps (many in English) to Vienna, Austria (including…

  • Shu!

    Vienna

    In this spot for over a decade, Shu! does a fine line in men’s and women’s shoes. Fanatics flock here for the latest styles by Vic Matié, Elia Maurizi,…

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