Vienna combines old-world charm with a fresh creative spirit. The city’s studios, galleries, and cafés form a lively network where artists, designers, and innovators come together to share ideas and shape Vienna’s modern cultural scene.
Vienna is a city where art, design, and history meet at every corner. Beyond its grand architecture and classical charm, it’s home to a thriving community of artists, designers, and makers who shape its modern creative identity. From cozy cafés and street art along the Donaukanal to vibrant studios in Neubau and Wieden, Vienna is full of places that spark inspiration and connection.
Discover the city’s most creative districts, from vibrant cultural quarters to emerging areas where artists, designers and makers shape the local scene.
Neubau is the beating heart of Vienna’s creative scene, filled with independent boutiques, art galleries, and cozy cafés. The MuseumsQuartier brings together major cultural institutions and creative energy, making this area a top choice for designers, artists, and freelancers.
Leopoldstadt is ideal for those who enjoy balance. Close to the city center yet surrounded by greenery and the Danube Canal, it attracts photographers, writers, and digital creatives who value calm and inspiration. The Prater and Karmelitermarkt add a vibrant mix of culture and relaxation.
Wieden is small but full of character, known for its mix of elegant old buildings, indie boutiques, and forward-thinking cafés. The area around Karlsplatz and Schleifmühlgasse is home to art galleries, design studios, and the city’s creative crowd. It feels both local and international, making it a favorite for designers, musicians, and entrepreneurs who enjoy a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere.
Ottakring has evolved from a working-class area into one of Vienna’s most exciting creative neighborhoods. Street art, multicultural influences, and experimental galleries give it an edgy charm, while affordable studios make it attractive for emerging artists and makers.
Find inspiring coworking spaces where freelancers, studios and creative professionals work, collaborate and connect in a shared environment.
Impact Hub Vienna is a community for impact-driven entrepreneurs, offering coworking, programs, and events that foster collaboration and social innovation.
A community-driven hub in Vienna that supports collaboration among entrepreneurs and creatives through flexible workspaces and events.
Schraubenfabrik is one of Vienna’s first coworking spaces, housed in a former factory near the city center. It’s a vibrant community where creatives, freelancers, and small teams come together to work, share ideas, and collaborate in an inspiring atmosphere.
DACHSBAU is a dynamic creative hub located in the renovated Stadtbahn arch 335 along the Donaukanal in Vienna. On the ground floor you’ll find flexible studios of various sizes suited for visual artists, makers and small teams; above there is a co-working floor with shared desks, 24/7 access and communal facilities. The site offers a great blend of character, where industrial architecture meets creative energy.
Explore the cafés, bars and restaurants loved by creatives for meeting, working, socializing or simply finding inspiration over great food and drinks.
A cozy café-bar with a relaxed living-room vibe, serving coffee, drinks, and simple bites. A favorite spot for lingering conversations and casual meetups.
A curated selection of galleries, museums and contemporary art spaces that showcase the city’s cultural pulse and creative expression.
WestLicht is a go-to spot for photo lovers in Vienna, with rotating exhibitions, events, and a fascinating camera museum.
Browse design stores, bookshops and concept shops offering everything from art books to local design objects and creative inspiration.
A specialty shop in Vienna showcasing a curated selection of photo books, art books, indie magazines, and zines. Expect frequent new arrivals alongside release parties, talks, and hands-on workshops.
A hybrid space blending concept store, café, and gallery. Everything here revolves around creativity, nature, and slow living — from curated books and ceramics to lush plants.
A design shop and studio run by local illustrators and designers, filled with handmade ceramics, prints, and stationery. A quiet favorite for Vienna’s creative crowd.
A concept store and creative lab celebrating analog experiences — think vinyl cutting, instant photography, and letterpress printing. A must-visit for artists and makers.
Burggasse 24 is a laid-back concept store in Vienna, combining a cozy café-bar with 500 m² of handpicked vintage fashion and designer pieces under one high-ceilinged roof.
Carla Mittersteig is a spacious second hand store offering furniture, fashion and vintage finds. A relaxed place to browse quality items while supporting a social project.
Discover hybrid spaces, community hubs and relaxed hangouts where creatives gather, collaborate and exchange ideas.
The Donaukanal is one of Vienna’s liveliest creative hotspots. Its banks are covered in street art and filled with bars, cafés, and pop-up venues that come alive when the weather warms up. It’s a favorite meeting place for artists, designers, and free spirits who find inspiration in its laid-back, urban energy.
Altes AKH is a former hospital turned lively campus with cafés, courtyards, bars and cultural spots. A relaxed place where students and locals hang out in the middle of the city.
MuseumsQuartier Wien is a cultural district in Vienna combining museums, contemporary art spaces, performance venues, and cafés across historic and modern architecture. It hosts exhibitions, festivals, and lively public courtyards year-round.
A creative powerhouse in Vienna, Die Angewandte blends experimental art, design, and research, fueling a vibrant community of makers and thinkers.
WUK is a beloved Viennese cultural hub, a former factory turned vibrant space with studios, workshops, concerts, exhibitions and community events.
Join local meetups, creative circles and communities that bring people together through shared interests and collaborative energy.
Whether you are a graphic designer, a photographer, a marketer, or a filmmaker, the Creative Lunch Club gives you the chance to regularly meet other creatives in your city for lunch.
CreativeMornings is a global series of free, monthly morning talks that bring creatives together for coffee, inspiration, and good vibes.
Ladies, Wine & Design is a global community uplifting creative women and nonbinary folks with meetups, talks, and mentorship. Inclusive vibes, real talk, and chapters around the world.
Illustration Ladies is an international community for female and non-binary illustrators, creating space for connection, support, and visibility through meetups, drawing sessions, and workshops. It’s a space to share ideas, grow creatively, and support each other in an often isolating industry.
CCA – Creative Club Austria is a leading platform for the Austrian creative industry, celebrating and promoting creative excellence through events, talks, and community gatherings.
Design Austria is Austria’s central hub for design and visual communication, supporting creatives with events, workshops, and initiatives that connect and inspire the local design community.
Creative Therapy Session is a monthly meetup in Vienna for creatives to connect, share inspiration, and enjoy an evening together. ✨ It takes place every first Thursday of the month and welcomes all creative minds.
The key festivals, fairs and conferences that draw creative professionals together for talks, workshops, exhibitions and cultural experiences.
Forward Festival convenes 1,500+ creatives across industries for 25+ talks by established and emerging voices, sharing insights into creative processes, challenges, and breakthroughs. Interactive workshops and immersive formats invite hands-on experimentation and new ways of thinking.
Vienna Art Week is an annual celebration of the city’s contemporary art scene, featuring exhibitions, open studios, talks, and performances across museums, galleries, and independent spaces. It brings together artists, curators, and the public for a citywide program showcasing current artistic practices.
An annual music festival and industry conference in Vienna, showcasing emerging artists alongside talks and networking events across multiple venues. It brings together international professionals and music fans to discover new sounds and foster collaboration.
viennacontemporary is an annual international art fair in Vienna that brings together galleries, artists, collectors, and curators to showcase contemporary art, with a strong focus on Central and Eastern Europe. Its program includes curated presentations, talks, and special projects.
Vienna Design Week is Austria’s leading design festival, activating venues across the city with exhibitions, installations, and talks that connect local and international creatives.
Hands-on spaces offering tools, equipment and workshops for anyone interested in making, crafting, experimenting or bringing creative ideas to life.
A Vienna makerspace offering access to digital fabrication tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines, along with workshops and support for prototyping and creative projects.
Venues and stages that showcase live music, film screenings, performances and multidisciplinary shows across the city.
Filmcasino is a classic Viennese cinema with a beautifully preserved 1950s interior, screening arthouse, indie and international films.
Parks, lookout points and outdoor spaces perfect for taking a break, finding inspiration or meeting others in a more relaxed setting.
Burggarten is a calm, green pocket right in the heart of Vienna and a great spot for creatives to take a break, sketch, or meet over coffee. Surrounded by historic architecture and close to the Albertina and MuseumsQuartier, it’s where inspiration and history meet in a peaceful garden setting. The mix of culture, nature, and quiet makes it an ideal place to recharge in the middle of the city.
A selection of design-forward and boutique hotels offering creative atmospheres, thoughtful interiors and inspiring stays for visiting creatives.
I had my first Creative Lunch Club match on October of this year, and I have met pretty great people since then. Not only creatives, which is the reason why I joined: to connect with other creatives and share what I do as well, but I have met really nice people from all over the world here in Paris. Listening to other people's stories and experiences has been lovely because it also helps you connect and establish friendships (and have great food as well!).
The CLC is great because I can easily get to know previously unknown creative people in the city, gain new inspiration, expand my talent network and also discover new corners and restaurants in the city. I think CLC members are curious and open-minded people by nature. It's always exciting to learn more about the city's creative scene and its projects. At my previous meetings, we always had interesting discussions and the time for lunch was often far too short. I'm already looking forward to my next CLC.
Thanks to Creative Lunch Club and their beautiful concept I regularly get to meet new creative people in Vienna every month.
