Expo Europe Travel

Official Hotels

IAAPA has partnered with bnetwork to offer registered participants competitive hotel rates including budget offer; attractive cancellation terms and conditions; as well as step-by-step support with your booking. IAAPA rates apply to a range of accommodation types and include breakfast too. Longer stay accommodation needs can also be accommodated upon request by contacting bnetwork at [email protected]. 

IAAPA HQ hotel in Vienna will be SO/ VIENNA. Please note that this hotel is now unfortunately sold out.

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Expo Europe Travel Deals

Air Travel Deals

IAAPA has partnered with Lufthansa & Partners to offer you exclusive flight discounts for IAAPA Expo Europe 2023. Lufthansa & Partners include Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, and Lufthansa and Swiss International Air. Discounts of either 5% or 10% are available on one way or return air fares on their classic or flex fares depending on booking class. Flights can be booked from now until the 28 September 2023 and travel must take place between the 18 September and 5 October 2023.

Please contact Janet Doyle for further details.

Trains

• An exclusive 25% discount for the City Airport Train (CAT) is available for IAAPA Expo Europe participants. The CAT is a sustainable and fast airport transportation service between the Vienna International Airport and the Vienna city centre, Wien Mitte. Passengers can get to the city centre in just 16 minutes nonstop. Please note tickets are valid for six (6) months from date of issue. Use IAAPA-VIENNA when booking your ticket here.
• ÖBB The Austrian Railway Operator allows participants to book a climate-friendly, hassle free and discounted journey to and from the exhibition. By registering an ÖBB account you can gain a 22% discount on standard price tickets for travel in Austria and 10% on international standard prices. Please contact Janet Doyle for further details.

 

Trains

• An exclusive 25% discount for the City Airport Train (CAT) is available for IAAPA Expo Europe participants. The CAT is a sustainable and fast airport transportation service between the Vienna International Airport and the Vienna city centre, Wien Mitte. Passengers can get to the city centre in just 16 minutes nonstop. Please note tickets are valid for six (6) months from date of issue. Please contact Janet Doyle for further details.
• ÖBB The Austrian Railway Operator allows participants to book a climate-friendly, hassle free and discounted journey to and from the exhibition. By registering an ÖBB account you can gain a 22% discount on standard price tickets for travel in Austria and 10% on international standard prices. Please contact Janet Doyle for further details.

Trains

• An exclusive 25% discount for the City Airport Train (CAT) is available for IAAPA Expo Europe participants. The CAT is a sustainable and fast airport transportation service between the Vienna International Airport and the Vienna city centre, Wien Mitte. Passengers can get to the city centre in just 16 minutes nonstop. Please note tickets are valid for six (6) months from date of issue. Please contact Janet Doyle for further details.
• ÖBB The Austrian Railway Operator allows participants to book a climate-friendly, hassle free and discounted journey to and from the exhibition. By registering an ÖBB account you can gain a 22% discount on standard price tickets for travel in Austria and 10% on international standard prices. Please contact Janet Doyle for further details.

Public Transportation To Messe Wien

By metro

• Two underground stations are located near the venue’s main entrances.U2: Messe-Prater and U2: Krieau. The nearest station to IAAPA Expo Europe registration area located in Foyer A is U2, Messe-Prater, located here. Vienna Metro tickets for 24 hours, 48 hours, 72 hours, 1 day or 1 week can be purchased in advance via the WienMobil Ticket Shop.

By taxi

• There is a taxi stop, right at the entrance to Foyer A. Taxis from the Vienna Airport cost up to €50 for a one way trip.

By train

• The CAT (City Airport train), can be taken from Vienna International Airport to Wien Mitte. Then take metro to Praterstern. At Pratersten change onto U2 line and alight at Messe Prater.

By road

• Use postcode 1021 to find Messe Wien.

Travel by bicycle to Messe Wien 

Travelling by bike to the venue is possible with a city bike offer - Wien Mobil. A rental station Wien Mobil bike can be found directly at the Messeplatz. Bikeracks for anyone travelling by own bicycle, can be found right in front of Foyer A entrance and Congress Center entrance.

Visa Letter

IAAPA will provide visa letters or letters of invitation for attendees and exhibitors during the registration process. Your visa letter will be sent to you by e-mail upon completion of registration. For further information, please contact Janet Doyle at [email protected].

Parking At Messe Wien

Parkhaus A is the closest car park for IAAPA Expo Europe. It has 1,400 spaces and it costs €4.20 per hour. You can access the Map here.

For IAAPA Expo Europe Exhibitors, relevant parking information is available in the 2023 Exhibitor Services Guide.

For live updates and access to information via smartphone, download the free official digital city guide app for Vienna “ivie” of the Vienna Tourist Board.

After Hours Options In Vienna

Vienna is the Austrian capital that successfully blends imperial tradition and contemporary creativity. Not only does it boast imperial architecture, world-renowned museums, multiple coffeehouses, music attractions including 120 performance venues, 50 theatres, four opera houses, and several stage musical theatres. But it is also the city in Europe with the highest ratio of green space. As an industry professional, your trip wouldn't be complete without a visit to at least one of them.

Best Places To Visit

There are several places to visit for outdoors, music, art or attractions lovers. Plan your after-Expo activities in advance so that you may extend your visit and explore the historical pearl at the heart of Europe. Visit the Vienna Tourist Board website for handy tips about places to visit for all target groups, and itineraries for short and longer stays in Vienna.

Check out the official travel guide of the City of Vienna to see all upcoming events.

Discounts Available When Visiting Vienna

Vienna City Card is the official city card of Vienna which has free travel options on public transport in Vienna for 24, 48 or 72 hours as well as discounts on museums and tourist attractions.