Middle School Art Trip to Vienna, AustriaThursday, June 1st – Sunday June 4th

Spring 2017

Vienna is known as a great city of art, music, and culture. With nearly one-third of Austria’s population living in the metropolitan area, it is the second largest German-speaking city in the world. Beautifully settled on the eastern end of the Alps, it is ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities. This architecturally stunning city sprawls across the valley of the Danube River and houses some of Europe’s most famous buildings that have been preserved for centuries. The Middle School Art Trip to Vienna will introduce students to the imperial and modern history of Vienna with visits to palaces, art museums, landmarks, theatres, and concert halls of the great Austrian composers—Mozart and Strauss. We will also explore the contemporary cultural scene of this fascinating city, where old and new coexist “symphonically”.

The layout of central Vienna is favourable for travellers and very accessible to school groups. Students and chaperones will tour the city on foot and by tour bus. Vienna has many charming parks and plazas for students to eat lunch, socialize with friends, and sketch!

Trip Chaperones: Ms. Tyson and Mr. de la Cruz

Hotel Pension MuseumThe group will stay at the Hotel Pension Museum, located in the heart of Vienna’s Museum Quarter Square. This Patrician-style building has modern rooms with wifi to accommodate students in groups of three per room. A complimentary “imperial breakfast” will be served each morning.

Time Travel: Magic Vienna History Tour Time Travel Vienna will enable you to feel and experience Vienna’s history in a unique way by means of 5D cinema, animatronic wax figures, interactive rides, and multimedia shows with extraordinary sound and light effects. Time Travel Vienna appeals to people of any age. Shows last 50 minutes and are humorously accompanied by tour guides.

City Sights Bus TourThis tour provides a quick overview of Vienna’s most popular cultural and historical sights. Enjoy this scenic ride along the "Ring" and visit architectural delights such as the State Opera, the Imperial Palace, Parliament, Belvedere Museum, Schonbrunn Palace, Jewish Quarter, Hundertwasserhaus, and the National Theatre.

Schönbrunn PalaceSchönbrunn Palace is a World Cultural Heritage site and Austria's most-visited venue. The colossal palace and gardens of the infamous Imperial Family of Hapsburgs is still in its original condition. Visitors will find numerous attractions here, from a tour through the authentically furnished residential and ceremonial rooms, to the maze and

labyrinth of gardens.

Leopold MuseumThe Leopold Museum is one of the most important collections of modern art in the world. More than 5,000 works were collected by Rudolf and Elisabeth Leopold over a period of 50 years. The collection shows how the art of the Hapsburg Empire changed from strict Historicism and Mood Impressionism to the unique “Wiener Moderne” which highlights the work of Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele.

Hundertwasser Haus and Kunst Haus Wien

This museum presents a unique exhibition of the work of Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. The collection includes key paintings as well as graphic works, architectural designs, and examples of the artist's ecological commitment. The remodelled former Thonet furniture factory houses this museum and shares similarities with Hundertwasser's own aesthetic.

Mumok MuseumIn the last 15 years a comprehensive collection of international contemporary art has been organized and exhibited here. Mumok collects contemporary art with an emphasis on photography, film, painting, sculpture, and installations.

StephansplatzStephansplatz is a square at the geographical centre of Vienna. Named after its most prominent building the Stephansdom, Vienna's cathedral and one of the tallest churches in the world. Opposite the Stephansdom is the Haas-Haus, a striking modern building by Hans Hollein. Stephansplatz houses many cafes, restaurants, craft shops, and stores.

HeldenplatzHeldenplatz is a square in front of the Hofburg Palace. Located in the “Inner Stadt”, the President of Austria resides in the adjoining Hofburg wing. Many important historic events and battles took place here. Today Heldenplatz includes many square meters of greenery and locals gather here to lounge in the panoramic view of the colossal buildings surrounding it.

Music PerformanceWe will attend a concert that highlights Vienna’s great composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss.

Dance or Theatre PerformanceWe will also attend a performance by Viennese dancers or actors.

Wiener Schnitzel DinnerThe Schnitzel is a breaded and pan fried cutlet made from veal, pork, or chicken. It is one of the best known specialities of Viennese cuisine. The Wiener Schnitzel is usually served with fried or boiled potatoes and is the national dish of Austria.

Vienna Art Trip ItineraryThursday, June 1

8:00- 8:20 AM Brussels Airport (meeting point in main hall under departures panel)10:20 - 12:00 PM Flight to Vienna 12:30 – 2:30 PM Train to hotel, check-in, and group meeting2:30 – 3:00 PM Lunch at Museum Quarterplatz 4:00 – 4:50 PM Time Travel: Magic Vienna History Tour5:00 – 6:00 PM Explore Stephansplatz 7:00 – 8:00 PM Pizza dinner at la Gondola Restaurant8:30 – 9:00 PM Group meeting at hotel9:00 – 10:00 PM Return to rooms and bedtime

Friday, June 2

8:00 – 9:00 AM Breakfast and daily meeting10:00 – 11:30 PM City Sights Bus Tour

12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch and recess at Schonbrunnplatz1:30 – 3:00 PM Schonbrunn Palace (Grand Tour, Maze and Labyrinth)3:30 – 4:30 PM Return to hotel (rest and refresh)5:00 – 7:00 PM Dinner at Schnitzelwirt Restaurant8:00 – 9:30 PM Stravinsky Ballet Performance at Volksoper Wien10:00 – 10:30 PM Return to hotel and bedtime

Saturday, June 3

8:30 – 9:30 AM Breakfast and daily meeting10:00 – 11:30 AM Leopold Museum (Egon Schiele and Vienna 1900 Collections)12:00 – 1:30 PM Lunch, recess, sketching/painting at Heldenplatz2:00 – 3:30 PM Kunst Haus Wien (Hundertwasser Collection)4:00 – 5:00 PM Return to Hotel (rest and refresh)5:30 – 7:30 PM Dinner at Ribs of Vienna Restaurant8:00 – 9:00 PM Mozart and Beethoven Performance at St. Anne’s Church9:30 – 10:00 PM Return to hotel and bedtime

Sunday, June 4

8:00 – 9:00 AM Pack and check-out9:00 – 10:00 AM Breakfast and daily meeting10:30 – 12:00 PM Mumok Museum (Vienna Actionism and Ludwig Collections)12:30 – 1:30 PM Lunch at Mumok Café 2:00 – 3:30 PM Train to airport and flight check-in5:30 – 7:15 PM Flight to Brussels7:30 – 8:00 PM Parent pick-up in front of arrival doors (lower level near cafes and stores)