But the surrounding lanes and squares such as Stephansplatz, Petersplatz, Kohlmarkt, Naglergasse and Tuchlauben are also important shopping addresses in Vienna! Like the Graben itself, they too radiate the same flair of elegant and exclusive tradition in terms of design and gourmet delights.
Some of the oldest shops on the Graben still date back to imperial and royal times. These include, for example, establishments such as the Nägele&Strubell perfumery, the Augarten porcelain manufactory or the jeweller Heldwein.
But a branch of Liska, the Viennese specialist for fine furs, is also located on the exclusive shopping street. For a shopping break in between, Café Hawelka is recommended, which lies in Dorotheergasse just a few steps off the Graben.
For gourmet friends, there are also two exclusive addresses on the Graben. First, there is the Confiserie Altmann&Kühne, founded in 1928, the Viennese specialist for the mini sweets called “Liliputkonfekt”. But even the packaging, based on designs by the Wiener Werkstätte, is a sensation at Altmann&Kühne.
Another attraction on the Graben is the culinary total work of art Meinl am Graben, “Austria’s first address for gourmets and connoisseurs”. Here you find the finest culinary delicacies from all over the world on three stylish-looking floors, as well as a chic café and a warm buffet for a quick lunch.
By now, however, you can also get your money’s worth with a smaller wallet when shopping on the Graben. Because today, international chains such as H&M, Zara, BijouBrigitte, Yves Rocher and Starbucks have also moved into the historic magnificent buildings on the Graben.
