Insider: Saskia Wiesenthal
Twists everyone around her finger with a smile
What do I do at the Altstadt Vienna?
As Marketing & Art Manager, I am responsible for everything art-related and presenting it as beautifully as possible. This also includes social media.
You can reach me at: Saskia.Wiesenthal@altstadt.at or +4315226666-0
Word Rap on Vienna
Only in Vienna:
Such a breadth of music and amazing quality - from classical music to Falco, from timeless electronic music to talented singers/songwriters.
Better elsewhere:
The sea. Otherwise Vienna has it all.
My Vice:
Espresso at Charly Fürth across from the Altstadt. He roasts his own coffee.
Sweet Vienna:
Schokov chocolate bars in delicious flavors such as sea salt & pepper, cardamom-almond croquant, chili-raspberry and rosemary-lemon.
Hearty Vienna:
Rice rolls at Vietnamese SAPA, appetizer variations at Georgian Ansari, small dishes at the Ulrich and a family's table at Mama Liu and Sons.
Chic Vienna:
"Zweitbester" in Margareten. Pleasant, fashionable eatery, and right around the corner is Schleifmühlgasse - a street with some of the city's most stylish galleries.
After Dark:
The "Heuer" on the Karlsplatz, especially out on the terrace in summer, not least because of their late closing time.
And when it's time to dance: the Grelle Forelle.
Not in the Tourist Guide
Grafittistrasse. That's really what it's called. In 2012, a 140 m-long wall was painted by Russian artist group ZUK Club, who have also left their traces behind in the Old City.
My Favorite Spot
Primevel forest in Lobau.
Musts:
In summer, pedal-boat rides on the Alte Donau. In winter, sledding at St. Ulrichplatz.
The Vienna Museum with models of the city in its earliest years.
Selfie Spot:
In front of the nightly light show of the Uniqa-Tower on the Donaukanal.
Something to skip, even if it's in the guide:
Rides on the fiaker carriages. It's better to explore the city on foot, by city bike, or using one of our micro scooters.
In conclusion: What I love about the city?
Vienna is multicultural, offers something for all tastes, from classical opera performances to a Street Art Festival. There is a wide palette of culture, art and sport, plus lots of green spaces and water. And of course, the many opportunities to let your skateboard roll ;-)
