Vienna, the capital of Austria, is known for its classical musical history, but today it is home to clubs that satisfy every musical taste. At Volksgarten (People's Garden) in the city center, revelers gather to hear DJs play a different style of music every night, from hip-hop to r&b, soul, and disco. Volksgarten also houses a large dance floor with a retractable roof for dancing under the stars on balmy summer nights.
Volksgarten
Burgring 1
2134 Staatz, Vienna
Austria
011-43-015324241
volksgarten.at
The U4, named for a nearby U-Bahn (subway) station, caters to a rock and 80's crowd with live performances and themed 80's and 90's nights. This Viennese hot spot also hosts Heaven Night every Thursday, a gay-friendly dance party.
U4
Schönbrunner Straße 222
1120 Vienna
Austria
011-43-18171192
u-4.at
When tourists visit Salzburg, many are looking for "The Sound of Music" or for a classical-music ambience, but several bars and clubs offer a more contemporary music experience. Visit the Rockhouse for live music with pop, jazz, rock, hip-hop and indie acts. Patrons can even take part in an open-mic night, and the Rockhouse is known to welcome young bands and local musicians.
Rockhouse
Schallmooser Hauptstraße 46
5020 Salzburg
Austria
011-43-662884914
rockhouse.at
Linz, the third-largest city in Austria, is the home of Stadtwerkstatt, a club that has been a fixture for DJs and local bands of mixed genres since 1979. While the club plays hip-hop most nights, it is best to check the calendar for special events.
Stadtwerkstatt
Kirchengasse 4
4040 Linz
Austria
011-43-732731209
stwst.at
Smaragd, another club in Linz, hosts live music for every listener's taste, with an emphasis on world music. Visit this Linz culture club for Latin night in the cellar bar and for theme nights throughout the week. The club also hosts a ska-punk night and a drum-and-bass night.
Smaragd
Altstadt 2
4020 Linz
Austria
011-43-732794060
smaragd.cc
