Danube Beaches

Vienna’s waterfront is prime real estate for restaurants, but in recent years, the area has developed in a more traditional way, with several beaches cropping up. There are a number of places to rent boats for an afternoon cruise, and multiple beaches on the Alte Donau, including the family-friendly Gänsehäufel (www.gaensehaeufel.at),a wooden island on the Danube with beaches, a wave pool and playground. Tel Aviv Beach is a good stopping point for Israeli tapas. Most of the waterfront restaurants and cafés are packed at night, but during the day it has a less scene-y crowd.