Vienna
Meeting Destination Vienna
Vienna – One of the World’s Leading Congress Cities
Vienna has been ranked among the world’s leading congress destinations for many years, uniquely bringing together business, science, and culture.
With its central location in the heart of Europe, excellent transport and conference infrastructure, and outstanding quality of life, Vienna offers ideal conditions for successful international events.
Vienna is ranked number 1 worldwide in the UIA Congress Ranking 2025
Vienna has secured first place in the Union of International Associations' (UIA) congress ranking for 2025. With 345 international association congresses recorded, the Austrian capital city ranks ahead of Brussels, Seoul, Lisbon, and Tokyo. This means that 6.2 percent of all congresses recorded by the UIA in 100 cities took place in Vienna.
The UIA ranking, along with the ranking of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), is one of the most important international benchmarks for the congress industry. Vienna has consistently ranked among the top five congress cities in the world for 25 years.
VIECON – Vienna Congress & Convention Center is a key venue within this internationally successful congress destination. With flexibly combinable congress, exhibition, and event spaces for up to 29,000 participants, VIECON offers the ideal infrastructure for international congresses, corporate events, and large-scale events.
Meeting Destination Vienna
Funding & Support for Event Organizers:
As a Meeting Destination, Vienna stands for quality, reliability, and innovation in the international meetings and congress industry. The city impresses with its central European location, first-class infrastructure, a dense and diverse hotel landscape, and a strong commitment to sustainable event solutions.
To provide optimal support for international events, Vienna offers a unique funding program through the Vienna Meeting Fund. The fund supports congresses, corporate meetings, and incentive events that contribute to Vienna’s economic and scientific visibility on a global scale.
The Vienna Meeting Fund provides financial support, particularly for multi-day events with an international audience that are planned and delivered in a sustainable way. Its goal is to strengthen Vienna’s position as one of Europe’s leading meeting destinations in the long term.
Meeting Destination Vienna
Vienna’s Benefits at a Glance
Vienna Convention Bureau
The Vienna Convention Bureau is the central point of contact for national and international event organizers.
Its experienced team supports the planning and execution of congresses, conferences, and corporate events with in-depth expertise, strong networks, and tailored services.
Services of the Vienna Convention Bureau:
“Vienna is far more than a cultural metropolis – the city stands out for its excellent infrastructure, short distances, and first-class service quality. Choosing Vienna means choosing a destination that not only meets international standards, but sets new benchmarks and ensures successful events – with VIECON as a competent and reliable partner.”
Norbert Kettner
CEO of WienTourismus
Austrian Airlines
Austrian Airlines is Austria’s leading airline and a reliable partner for meetings, congresses, and international events. With a global route network and Vienna as its central hub, Austrian Airlines ensures excellent connectivity for international participants.
Austrian Airlines services include:
Experience Vienna
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Business Meets Lifestyle
Vienna stands for the highest standards of safety and quality of life, combined with a unique blend of tradition and innovation.
The city is not only a major economic hub, but also a place where connection, knowledge exchange, and inspiration thrive – making it an ideal setting for events with international impact.
Plan your next meeting in Vienna with VIECON as your venue and the Vienna Convention Bureau as your trusted partner by your side.
Vienna offers more than just a backdrop – it is a stage for ideas, innovation, and meaningful connection.
In combination with VIECON, the city provides the ideal setting for events that create lasting impact and stay in people’s minds.
Create Unique Memories – in Vienna
