Vienna, Bratislava & Budapest | Three Countries, One Week

Come with me as I spend one week traveling through the heart of Europe... a part of the world that is severely underrated! I’m taking you through Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest: three cities that were all part of the same Austro-Hungarian Empire just over a century ago, yet today have such distinct and unique identities. It was my first time visiting these cities, and I was blown away by how they share that grand, imperial DNA while feeling so completely different. We’re exploring everything from the royal elegance of Vienna (think historic palaces, iconic coffee culture, and some of the world’s best up-and-coming restaurants) to the fairytale charm of Bratislava (which is so worth the detour!) and the gritty, soulful, yet romantic energy of Budapest. Whether it’s cooking authentic goulash in an Airbnb, hunting down hidden cocktail bars, dining at Michelin-nominated restaurants, or wandering through the most beautiful neighborhoods and palaces in the world, this week was an unforgettable journey through three iconic neighbors. 🇦🇹 Part 1: Vienna 01:09 – Welcome to Vienna 01:26 – Traditional Viennese Gasthaus (Gasthaus Quell) 02:28 – Japanese Izakaya (Kikko Bā) 03:05 – Classic Breakfast & Coffeehouse Culture (Café Ritter & Café Weimar) 05:14 – The Museum District: Palaces & History 06:40 – Rathausplatz & The Styrian Festival 08:16 – Vienna’s Best Cocktail Bar (Bruder) 09:36 – Modern Viennese Dining (Skopik & Lohn) 10:33 – Palais Liechtenstein 11:20 – Local Kebab Spot (Loco's Gemuse Kebab) 15:09 – Best Ice Cream in Vienna (Arthur) 🇸🇰 Part 2: Bratislava 12:36 – Welcome to Bratislava 13:47 – Primate's Palace 14:26 – Hans Christian Andersen Statue 14:46 – Finding the Best Matcha 16:07 – Bratislava Castle 17:22 – The Blue Church (Church of St. Elizabeth) 18:20 – Top Dining Recommendation (Plac) 🇭🇺 Part 3: Budapest 20:05 – Welcome to Budapest 20:22 – Best Airbnb with a Parliament View 21:00 – Danube River Walk 21:26 – The Chain Bridge 22:37 – St. Stephen's Basilica 22:53 – Local Wine Shop & Wine Bar (Wine Not) 23:38 – Exploring the Ruin Bars 24:07 – Insights: Hungarian General Election 24:51 – Amazing Modern Hungarian Restaurant (n28 wine & kitchen) 26:08 – Coffee Shops & Sandwiches 26:29 – Relaxing in the Thermal Baths 28:22 – Central Market Hall 29:56 – Cooking Goulash in the Airbnb 30:31 – Fisherman's Bastion & Buda Castle ✨ Recommended Activities ✨ ☕️ Vienna Coffee House Tours 🔗 https://gyg.me/CA7imIyl ⛲️ Vienna Palaces Tours 🔗 https://gyg.me/ddiYiTjk ♨️ Thermal Baths 🔗 https://gyg.me/kDX3L0o2 🚶‍♂️ Bratislava Walking Tours 🔗 https://gyg.me/mIFnpkZM Find me on Instagram and TikTok where I post daily: ► Instagram: @orianafindlay ► TikTok: @orianafindlay Get in touch: ► Website: www.orianafindlay.com ► Email: [email protected]