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Here’s a comprehensive seven-day itinerary for exploring Vienna and its surroundings, focusing on gastronomy, great restaurants, and affordable accommodation:

### **Day 1: Arrival and Historic Vienna**

- **6:00 AM - 8:00 AM:** Arrive in Vienna and check into accommodation. For a budget-friendly option, consider **Wombat’s City Hostel** or **Meininger Hotel Vienna Downtown**.

- **8:00 AM - 10:00 AM:** Breakfast at **Café Central**, a historic café known for its pastries.

- **10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Explore the Ringstrasse, including the Vienna State Opera and the Hofburg Palace.

- **12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:** Lunch at **Figlmüller**, famous for its Wiener Schnitzel.

- **2:00 PM - 4:00 PM:** Visit the Albertina Museum and its art collection.

- **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM:** Enjoy a coffee and dessert at **Café Sacher**, renowned for its Sachertorte.

- **6:00 PM - 8:00 PM:** Dinner at **Gasthaus Pöschl**, known for its traditional Viennese cuisine.

- **8:00 PM - 10:00 PM:** Evening stroll around Stephansplatz and the pedestrian zone.

### **Day 2: Vienna’s Culinary Delights**

- **6:00 AM - 8:00 AM:** Breakfast at the hostel or a nearby bakery.

- **8:00 AM - 10:00 AM:** Visit the Schönbrunn Palace and its gardens.

- **10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Explore the nearby Schönbrunn Zoo if time permits.

- **12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:** Lunch at **Landtmann’s Jausenstation**, a rustic spot with good value.

- **2:00 PM - 4:00 PM:** Visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Art History).

- **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM:** Snack at **Demel**, another iconic Viennese café.

- **6:00 PM - 8:00 PM:** Dinner at **Mraz & Sohn**, a Michelin-starred restaurant with innovative cuisine.

- **8:00 PM - 10:00 PM:** Enjoy a quiet evening in the Stadtpark.

### **Day 3: Day Trip to Wachau Valley**

- **6:00 AM - 8:00 AM:** Breakfast at the hotel or a local bakery.

- **8:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Take a train to the Wachau Valley, known for its wine and picturesque landscapes.

- **12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:** Lunch at **Gasthof Zauner** in Melk, known for its regional dishes.

- **2:00 PM - 4:00 PM:** Explore the Melk Abbey or take a boat ride on the Danube.

- **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM:** Return to Vienna.

- **6:00 PM - 8:00 PM:** Dinner at **Plachutta Wollzeile**, famous for its Tafelspitz.

- **8:00 PM - 10:00 PM:** Evening walk along the Danube Canal.

### **Day 4: Vienna’s Markets and Modern Art**

- **6:00 AM - 8:00 AM:** Breakfast at **Café Bräunerhof**, a traditional Viennese café.

- **8:00 AM - 10:00 AM:** Visit the Naschmarkt, Vienna’s largest and most famous market.

- **10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Explore the nearby MuseumsQuartier and its various museums.

- **12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:** Lunch at **Naschmarkt's Imbiss Stande** for street food.

- **2:00 PM - 4:00 PM:** Visit the Leopold Museum.

- **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM:** Coffee break at **Café Hofburg**.

- **6:00 PM - 8:00 PM:** Dinner at **Steirereck**, a two-Michelin-star restaurant.

- **8:00 PM - 10:00 PM:** Explore the area around the Vienna City Hall and enjoy the nightlife.

### **Day 5: Exploring Vienna’s Hidden Gems**

- **6:00 AM - 8:00 AM:** Breakfast at **Café Mozart**, another classic spot.

- **8:00 AM - 10:00 AM:** Visit the Belvedere Palace and its gardens.

- **10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Discover the 21er Haus Museum of Contemporary Art.

- **12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:** Lunch at **Heuer am Karlsplatz**, offering modern Austrian cuisine.

- **2:00 PM - 4:00 PM:** Explore the Vienna Prater and its famous Ferris wheel.

- **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM:** Enjoy a snack at **Kaffeemuseum Wien**.

- **6:00 PM - 8:00 PM:** Dinner at **Café Restaurant Wien** for a traditional experience.

- **8:00 PM - 10:00 PM:** Evening at the Vienna State Opera if there’s a performance.

### **Day 6: Day Trip to Bratislava**

- **6:00 AM - 8:00 AM:** Breakfast at the hostel or a local café.

- **8:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Take a train or boat to Bratislava, Slovakia.

- **12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:** Lunch at **Slovenská reštaurácia** for authentic Slovak cuisine.

- **2:00 PM - 4:00 PM:** Explore Bratislava’s Old Town and Bratislava Castle.

- **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM:** Return to Vienna.

- **6:00 PM - 8:00 PM:** Dinner at **Kolar**, known for its great value and traditional dishes.

- **8:00 PM - 10:00 PM:** Relax at the hotel or enjoy a quiet evening in Vienna.

### **Day 7: Departure**

- **6:00 AM - 8:00 AM:** Breakfast at the hotel or a local café.

- **8:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Last-minute shopping or revisit favorite spots.

- **12:00 PM - 2:00 PM:** Lunch at **Gmoakeller**, offering hearty traditional food.

- **2:00 PM - 4:00 PM:** Prepare for departure.

- **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM:** Transfer to the airport or train station.

This itinerary combines Vienna’s top sights, excellent dining experiences, and budget-friendly lodging. For nearly free accommodation, hostels like **Wombat’s City Hostel** or budget options on **Airbnb** are recommended.