In Vienna, opening hours are regulated by law and more limited than in some other cities. Here’s what to expect:
🛍️ Shops & Supermarkets #
Weekdays (Mon–Fri): usually 09:00–19:00 or 20:00.
Saturdays: typically 09:00–18:00, some close by 17:00.
Sundays & public holidays: almost all shops are closed.
Exceptions: shops at train stations (e.g., Wien Hauptbahnhof, Wien Mitte, Praterstern) and the airport — they stay open daily, often until 22:00 or later.
💊 Pharmacies (Apotheke) #
Weekdays: usually 08:00–18:00/18:30.
Saturdays: typically 08:00–12:00 or 13:00.
Sundays & nights: pharmacies rotate an emergency service (Notdienst).
Always at least one pharmacy per district open at night or on holidays.
Lists are posted on pharmacy doors, and online here: 👉 apotekenindex.at
🕰️ Other Notes #
Shopping centers (like Donau Zentrum, SCS): open until 20:00 weekdays, 18:00 Sat.
Bakeries: often open earlier (from 06:00), many also open Sunday mornings until around noon.
Restaurants & cafés: hours vary, but many open daily, even on Sundays.
✅ Summary:
Shops: Mon–Fri 9–19/20, Sat 9–18, closed Sun.
Pharmacies: Mon–Fri 8–18:30, Sat 8–12/13, emergency rotation nights/Sundays.
For last-minute needs on Sundays → head to train stations or the airport.