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SongCity Vienna - the unofficial scavenger hunt for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026
SongCity Vienna - the unofficial scavenger hunt for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026Vienna, Eurovision 2026, and you're right in the middle of it: On this unofficial ESC scavenger hunt in Vienna, you'll explore the city on foot – station by station, puzzle by puzzle, at your own pace. The self-guided tour runs entirely via the ixpirity app, without a guide, without a meeting point, without a fixed start time. Perfect as a side quest during ESC week or as a standalone experience whenever you fancy.
- City reference: 5.0
- Effort: 3.0
- Deadline: jederzeit
- Duration: approximately 1.5 hours
- Town Hall Square / Sweden Square
- Rating in our app: 5.0
Discover Vienna in the Footsteps of the Song Contest
🌟 What to Expect
Are you ready to take a look behind the scenes of the world capital of music? This interactive scavenger hunt will lead you from the vibrant Rathausplatz through imperial gardens to the sparkling Danube Canal. You'll follow in the footsteps of Austria's greatest ESC successes and discover details on historical monuments that often escape even true Viennese locals. You'll feel the rhythm of the city!
Find out what Mozart would have to do with the Song Contest, where Conchita Wurst made music history, and how our current champion JJ reconciled the State Opera with electro beats. Whether with friends, family, or as a team event – Vienna is waiting for you to decipher it in a "United by Music" vibe!
🗺️ Your Highlights
- The Turquoise Carpet: Start your adventure at Rathausplatz, the vibrant heart of ESC 2026, and feel like a star as nations make their entrance.
- Nature's Green Room: Relax among thousands of roses and solve the mystery of a Greek temple.
- Imperial Stage: Visit the Hofburg and find the place where the very first Song Contest in Vienna took place – including a barefoot scandal!
- JJ's Territory: Discover the Vienna State Opera, where JJ honed his craft before conquering Europe with "Wasted Love."
- Symbols of Tolerance: Find the world-famous Ampelpärchen (traffic light couples) and learn why they achieved cult status far beyond ESC 2015.
- The Grand Finale: Symbolically build bridges and celebrate your victory with a view of the Danube Canal.
🕵️ The Story
Vienna is more than waltzes and splendor. Since Udo Jürgens' legendary victory in 1966, a golden thread of pop culture has run through the imperial alleys. But behind the facades of St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg, secrets lie hidden. Uncover the secrets of the legends and become part of Vienna yourself.
ℹ️ How it Works
- Starting point: Rathausplatz.
- End point: (Schwedenplatz).
- Flexibility: You set the pace! Take breaks for a Kleiner Brauner in a coffee house or an ice cream on Rotenturmstraße whenever you like.
- Smartphone-based: All you need is your charged smartphone and our app. No guide, no unfamiliar groups – just you and your team.
📊 Adventure Facts
- ESC 2026 Vienna: play the tour amidst the festival flair
- Duration: approx. 1.5 hours (depending on puzzle-solving and photo opportunities)
- Distance: approx. 3 kilometers (a leisurely stroll through the city)
- Difficulty: Easy to Medium (perfect for music fans and explorers)
- Language: German, English, Italian, Spanish, French
- Suitable for: Everyone from 9 to 99 years old who enjoys glitter, glamour, and history.
Book your Vienna adventure now and get the Douze Points in the capital of music!
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ixpirity - Tips
🚠 Tip 1: Kahlenberg – The Panorama Stage
Vienna from above: Go up to the Kahlenberg for the most spectacular view over the entire Danube valley.
Highlight: Take bus 38A through the Grinzing vineyards and enjoy the sunset on the viewing terrace. The perfect place to soak up the "United by Music" feeling high above the city.
🎨 Tip 2: Danube Canal – Urban Vibes & Street Art
Here you'll find Vienna's largest open-air gallery with modern graffiti art and urban flair.
Highlight: Stroll from Schwedenplatz along the waterfront and grab a drink at Tel Aviv Beach. Here you can feel the creative pulse of modern Vienna.
💎 Tip 3: Golden Quarter – Glamour & Lifestyle
The signature style: Discover the fashion center between Tuchlauben and Kohlmarkt, where perhaps even ESC stars style themselves for the “Turquoise Carpet”.
Highlight: Stroll through the magnificent streets and soak up the atmosphere amidst high-end fashion and historic architecture. Grab an ice cream at Zanoni & Zanoni and find your very own Eurovision accessory.
More information about the tour
Vienna Itinerary: These ESC stops await you
You'll follow a clear route through Vienna's city center – ideal if you're in Vienna for the ESC and want to explore without a plan.
- Rathausplatz (City Hall Square)– Starting point with a big stage and even bigger history
- Hofburg (Imperial Palace)– Imperial backdrop where ESC moments and Viennese history intersect
- Staatsoper (State Opera)– A place where music has always played the main role
- Donaukanal (Danube Canal)– Street art, water, and a finale that's worth it
Highlights: Eurovision Moments and Vienna Vibes
What awaits you along the way? Without giving too much away:
- Spots around JJ's territory– discover where the sound calls home
- Places with Conchita connections– small details, big goosebumps
- A nostalgic moment around Udo Jürgens and 1966
- Surprising perspectives that make for great photo spots
- ESC vibes and a city walk all in one – you get both on one route
Who is Mission 12 Points ideal for?
- ESC fans in Vienna– whether for ESC week or as a standalone trip
- Touristslooking for an ESC City Tour in Vienna, but prefer to explore without a guide and on their own
- Groups of friends, colleagues, and couples– as a small challenge in between: Who can crack it faster?
- Solo travelers– no minimum team, you can start right away
Sternebewertung nach der gespielten Schnitzeljagd „SongCity Vienna“ – direkt in der ixpirity-App abgegeben, ohne schriftlichen Kommentar.
Sternebewertung nach der gespielten Schnitzeljagd „SongCity Vienna“ – direkt in der ixpirity-App abgegeben, ohne schriftlichen Kommentar.
Sternebewertung nach der gespielten Schnitzeljagd „SongCity Vienna“ – direkt in der ixpirity-App abgegeben, ohne schriftlichen Kommentar.
Sternebewertung nach der gespielten Schnitzeljagd „SongCity Vienna“ – direkt in der ixpirity-App abgegeben, ohne schriftlichen Kommentar.
Sternebewertung nach der gespielten Schnitzeljagd „SongCity Vienna“ – direkt in der ixpirity-App abgegeben, ohne schriftlichen Kommentar.
Your benefits
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Smarter Travel Buddy
GPS navigation & offline mode. No getting lost. Many new perspectives & facets.
The scavenger hunt is a self-guided, online city tour that's independent of time constraints – combined with lots of information about beautiful places, fun puzzles, and plenty of enjoyment! In this scavenger hunt, you'll not only explore the most beautiful spots but also discover stories about the city that you'd hardly find in any guidebook. -
Full freedom
Start anytime. No traditional city tour. No guide. No waiting. Coffee or aperitif break? Always.
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Knowledge that sticks
Exciting stories instead of dry data. Discover through play. The ixpirity scavenger hunt is more than just a city tour , because at each station you solve unique puzzles while exploring the city's sights.
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Explorer spirit wanted
With each puzzle solved on-site, you collect points and can compete with your friends and others at the end. Maybe you'll even manage to reach the high score?
Here's how it works
- Book easily right here - there's no minimum number of people !
- You will receive a separate code for each ticket booked.
- Download the app and enter the code that we will send you by email for you and, if applicable, your loved ones.
- If you don't have internet access while you're out, you can download the scavenger hunt in advance!
- Start whenever you want - within 6 months.
🎀 Discover together. Save together.
Whether you set off alone, with a partner, or with friends – our scavenger hunt is fun in any combination. And it's twice as rewarding as a team!
🔹 Buy 2 or more tickets and use the discount code TEAM to automatically get 10% off all tickets!
💡 Your advantage: Everyone solves the puzzle on their own – making it a little challenge!
The winner is the one who's in the lead, and the person with the fewest points at the end gets to celebrate and maybe even buy the next ice cream? 😉
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it really take?
Count on roughly 1.5–2 hours for the route itself — with breaks, photos and coffee it comfortably takes longer.
Which languages is the tour available in?
The tour is multilingual — German, English, Italian, Spanish and French. Please check the available languages directly in the tour view for „Wien City“.
What if the weather is bad?
The route is outdoors. With weatherproof clothing it works just fine — and you can pause any time and pick it up again later.
Is this a classic guided city tour?
No: no group, no guide, no fixed start time. It's a self-guided city walk through Vienna via app — interactive and at your own pace.
Can I do the tour on my own?
Yes. The scavenger hunt works from 1 person upwards.
Do I need internet while I'm out?
Not necessarily. Depending on the tour you can download the content in the app beforehand, which helps when the signal is weak.
What is an ixpirity scavenger hunt?
The feel the City scavenger hunt by ixpirity is a self-guided, interactive city walk: with your smartphone you explore the city, discover its stories and history and solve puzzles at the most beautiful spots. That way you get to know the city by playing. You follow clues, find hidden places and pick up surprising facts about your surroundings along the way.
Perfect for friends, families or team events!