Chabad House Vienna (Chabad Haus Wien) is located in the heart of Vienna’s 2nd District (Leopoldstadt), the vibrant neighborhood where most of the city’s Jewish community lives. Its location is very central and easily accessible on foot from the city center (Innere Stadt). Shabbat-observant travelers looking to stay within a few minutes’ walk of Chabad can browse our guide to the best hotels and apartments in Vienna’s Jewish District (some of which are Jewish-owned and Shabbat-friendly), or check out the Vayalen Kosher Boutique Hotel, located just a 5-minute walk from the Chabad House.
The Chabad House itself is housed in a beautiful historic building, and its grand dining hall rivals a classic Viennese banquet hall. On the basement level beneath the synagogue, there is a youth lounge featuring historic wall inscriptions that testify to Jewish life and community activity dating back to before World War II (if you ask the rabbis, they will gladly show them to you).
Please note that the Chabad House is secured, and security personnel are stationed at the entrance during prayers and events. To be on the safe side, bring a photo ID (such as your passport) and coordinate your visit in advance.
Services Offered at Chabad House Vienna:
- Communal Friday night & Shabbat meals
- Shabbat, holiday, and weekday prayer services
- General information and traveler assistance
1. Shabbat Meals
Chabad’s communal Friday night dinners bring together many travelers as well as local Viennese residents who come to take part in this wonderful weekly celebration. The meals are lavish and feature a wide variety of traditional dishes. During peak travel seasons, the dining hall is packed with visitors and can host up to 200 guests!
Beyond the delicious food, the dinner is an unforgettable experience in itself—the young rabbis at Chabad know exactly how to turn every meal into a warm, uplifting celebration. Get ready to make plenty of “L’chaim” toasts and meet fellow Jews from all around the world.
A Shabbat lunch meal is also held on Saturday afternoon, though usually on a more intimate scale.
Important: Participation in Shabbat meals requires advance registration and payment.
👉 Click here for the Shabbat meal registration and payment form
2. Shabbat, Holiday & Weekday Prayer Services
Chabad House Vienna is active every day of the week, hosting daily prayer services (minyanim) three times a day. On Shabbat and Jewish holidays, visitors are welcome to join all prayer services. Torah classes are also held following prayers for those who wish to join.
👉 View updated prayer times on the Chabad Vienna website
3. General Information & Traveler Assistance
The Chabad Vienna team is always available and happy to help with any question or need. If you run into an emergency or need assistance with anything during your trip, do not hesitate to reach out to the Chabad staff at the phone number below.
Essential Contact Information
- Contact Phone:
+43-676-83181-771 - Facebook Page: Chabad House Vienna on Facebook
- Opening Hours (Chabad Center): Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Address: Taborstraße 20A, 1020 Wien (Vienna)
Plan the Rest of Your Trip to Vienna
Looking for comprehensive information to help plan your visit? Read our Complete Vienna Guide for Beginners, which summarizes all the top attractions in the city by district (including a handy district map). We have also put together a recommended 3-Day Vienna Itinerary covering the city’s must-see highlights with an interactive map!
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