Venue

All about our venues.
What’s the Wi-Fi password for the venue?

Wi-Fi at MAK

Name: uxconguest

Passwort: uxconGuest1

Wi-Fi at weXelerate

Name: weXelerate-events

Passwort: weX3v3ntsq120

Where is uxcon '25 taking place?

The first two days (Oct 6-7) of the conference will be held at MAK (Museum of Applied Arts) – Weißkirchnertrakt.

Address: Weißkirchnerstraße 3, 1010 Vienna

The third day (Oct 8) will take place at weXelerate (workshops & program) and Badeschiff (lunch & breaks).

There will also be some outdoor sessions which start at weXelerate.

Address weXelerate: Praterstraße 1, 1020 Vienna

Address Badeschiff: Franz-Josefs-Kai 4, Vienna 1010

By foot: Walking route from weXelerate to the Badeschiff

Wheelchair friendly: Accessible route from weXelerate to the Badeschiff

Is design leaders wheelchair-friendly?

You can easily participate in most of the program in a wheelchair.
However, there's an outdoor session (if the weather is good) and the last 10 minutes of our hike at the end of day 3 can't be easily reached by car.

If you'd still like to join, just let us know and we're happy to brainstorm solutions with you.

How do I get to the venue?

Getting to our venue, the MAK – Weißkirchnertrakt, is super easy with public transport.

Here’s how:

Subway:

Take the U4 (green line) or U3 (orange line) to Wien Mitte. It’s just a 3–5 minute walk from there.

Alternatively, you can also take the U3 to Stubentor, and it’s only a slightly longer walk from there.

Tram:

Hop on lines 2 or 71 and get off at Stubentor.

Bus:

Take the 3A to Stubentor.

S-Bahn (regional train):

Get off at Wien Mitte – Landstraße, which is about a 10–15 minute walk away.

Location of the venues & the city center (1st district)
Location of MAK and nearest subway stations
Location of weXelerate and Badeschiff and nearest subway station
Any recommended nearby hotels?

How to choose accommodation

There’s no shortage of hotels in the area. It’s pretty easy (though sometimes a bit more pricey) to find a place to stay in the 1st district, right in the historic heart of Vienna. If you book early, you can find some great deals - especially if you're after a charming old-style apartment.

That said, there are also plenty of other (cheaper and nicer) options a bit farther away.

Thanks to Vienna’s excellent public transport, you can still get to our venues quickly and easily.

Hotels near the venue

  • Ruby Sofie: €160/night for a double room (single use), including breakfast.
          Use the code "UXC061025" when booking online with credit card on.
  • Hotel Grand Ferdinand: €209/night for a double room (single use), including breakfast.
          Use the code "uxcon25" when booking via email.
  • Motel One Staatsoper

Please make sure to book in time, as some offers have a limited availability, and our reserved room block might run out at some point.

If you're extending your stay or prefer accommodations elsewhere in the city:

There are plenty of affordable yet charming options a bit farther from the venues, all easily reachable via Vienna’s excellent public transport. We've curated a selection of well-located, reasonably priced hotels: (Just a heads-up: We haven’t stayed there ourselves!)

  • 25hours hotel Museumsquartier
  • Ruby Marie Design Hotel Wien
  • Ruby Lissi Hotel & Bar
  • Die Josefine Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Vienna Naschmarkt
  • Artist Boutique Hotel

Are dogs allowed on-site?

We're dog lovers, but please ensure your dog is well-behaved and considerate of others.

Please don’t forget to bring a muzzle (also mandatory on public transport) and check with those nearby to make sure everyone is comfortable.

Is there a place to store my belongings?

On October 6 & 7 (venue: MAK), there'll be a staffed wardrobe where you can drop off your jacket or store a suitcase if you happen to bring one along.

On October 8 (venue: weXelerate & Badeschiff), since the program is spread across different locations, please make sure to take your belongings with you.
During workshops or sessions, you can of course leave them in the room.

Is the venue wheelchair-friendly?

All of our venues are wheelchair accessible.


However, since we’ll be moving between a few different locations during the event, there are a few things to keep in mind:

  • At MAK, the main entrance and foyer include some stairs that are not directly connected to the elevator. To access the venue, you’ll need to use the side entrance on the left (staff entrance), where a member of the venue team will assist you and bring you to the event area.
    If you'd like to reach the first floor (side stage) inside the venue, assistance will also be provided. In the mornings, there will be somebody from our team helping you find the right entrance (see picture below).
  • On Day 3, we’ll be at weXelerate and the Badeschiff.
    Please note: the Badeschiff is a floating venue located directly on the Donaukanal. It is accessible, but the route to it is slightly longer. If needed, we’re happy to provide assistance, just reach out to our team!
    Route preview

So if you’re using a wheelchair or have other mobility needs, please get in touch with us ahead of time.
We’ll make sure to provide you with any support you need for a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Accessible side entrance at MAK