6 Best Places to Shop in District 4/Wieden, Vienna

Old skis become coat stands, bowling pins turn into vases, traffic signs are transformed into lamps, and garbage bins find new lives as chairs here at the fabulously offbeat gabarage.

More than 2,000 cookbooks from every corner of the world are piled on every conceivable space in this warm and cozy shop. Exotic aromas linger in the air; Babette’s also operates a spice factory and the shelves are packed with evocative spices and blends from all over the world. Cooking classes are also available; call to enquire about an English class.

For pre-worn fashions, enter this vintage world extraordinaire. Here you'll find pieces from 1880 through 1980, which might include that pearl-embroidered Charleston dress you always wanted, or a fabulous antique kimono. Besides bags, shoes, and jewelry, there are also hats and even sheer silk stockings.

The Schleifmühlgasse has recently emerged as one of Vienna's most renowned gallery districts. Among the top contemporary galleries here is this one, located inside a former print shop.

The Christmas market at Karlsplatz has some of the more refined stands in town, selling top-quality homemade wares.

The timeless fashions, shoes, and accessories here are either created by or selected by Jutta Pregenzer. Brands include those from Austrian, German, and Italian designers.