Vienna's "Sand in the City" Sets a Tiki Bar Scene
"Sand in the City" has a beach bar atmosphere.
At Vienna's "Sand in the City" area, relaxing chairs, sand, tropical plants, and sun umbrellas dapple the scene. The overall effect is much like a conglomeration of tiki-type bars. Normally an ice skating rink in winter, the area is covered with sand and offers a variety of themed places to sit and relax with a drink, activity, or something to eat. There are separate beaches for dining, spa and wellness services, sports, and kids' activities. Doors to the beach area open at 2pm daily and stay open until midnight. The atmosphere gets lively with the arrival of the after-work crowd, festive music, and offerings of evening drink specials. Admission to "Sand in the City" is free. To get there, take the U4 metro line to the Stadtpark station. The beach area is between the Hotel Intercontinental and the Konzerthaus. For more information, visit www.sandinthecity.at.
