Vienna Vacation & Tourism Guide
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One of the great capital cities of Europe, Vienna has been home to the rulers of the Austria-Hungarian Empire and masters of classical music. History, art and beauty oozes from every street corner and alley way. So discover St. Stephen's Cathedral, enjoy the Vienna Woods, or a just stroll through the narrow lanes of this unforgettable city.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. The Levante Parliament
Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 38 reviews from 3 sources
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"Levante Parliament is a nice hotel located very near the Rathaus and Parliament building in Vienna." — source Expedia
"Modern hotel, friendly and helpful staff, close to the old city center" — source Venere
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1. Belvedere
... two magnificent baroque mansions facing each other across a sloping formal garden. Prince Eugène of Savoy, whose campaigns against the Turks enabled the Habsburg Empire to reclaim Hungary, purchased some land beyond th... more
Real Travelers who've been to Belvedere
actonsteve in In and around Schwarzenbergerplatz -the Belvedere Palace and Linke Weizelle said
… flanked by two ornately carved columns. But nearby are the gardens for the Belvedere Palace. The palace is in two… continue reading »
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2. Hofburg
... huge Hofburg (Court Palace) is the most important secular building in Vienna, once the center of the powerful Habsburg Empire. The old Hofburg, with its many different sections and courtyards, was built (and renovated many... more
Real Travelers who've been to Hofburg
haikus in Wien said
… Schönbrunn, il Belvedere, l’Hofburg, ecc.… continue reading »
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3. Stephansdom
... is arguably one of the world s most enchanting Gothic cathedrals. A 12th-century construction at heart, it was renovated in Gothic style between 1304-1433. Its Northern Tower, standing at a height of 70m, was redesigned acc... more
Real Travelers who've been to Stephansdom
Hillery in Vienna said
…>An American tourist in Vienna I climbed 383 stairs yesterday to the top of Vienna's landmark cathedral the Stephansdom… continue reading »
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4. Naturhistorisches Museum
... is the second of the two sibling museums at Ring Boulevard and was built in the same style as the Museum of Fine Arts, according to designs by Gottfried Semper and Karl Hasenauer. The vast collection in this huge building h... more
Real Travelers who've been to Naturhistorisches Museum
Matt&Sara in Vienna said
… of our favorite cities. We went to the Kunsthistorisches Museum and the Naturhistorisches Museum. We loved the Naturhistorisches… continue reading »
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5. Prater
Best known for its giant Ferris wheel and amusement park, the Prater, a long stretch of woods and meadows between the Danube and its tributaries, originally served as ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Prater
IUP Cook Honors College in Flea Market, Green Spaces, and a Concert said
….My afternoon included a trip to the Prater. I saw the many green spaces which were part of this park. The inclusion of there natural… continue reading »
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6. Volksgarten
... Volksgarten is popular mostly with the retired, their dogs and the civil servants who work in the surrounding buildings. A hundred years ago, though, it was the preferred meeting place of the Viennese nobility. There was ev... more
Real Travelers who've been to Volksgarten
Natalie_Fraley in Vienna, Austria said
… massive park called Volksgarten right in front. Vienna has quite alot of lovely parks in the centre of the city, being Autumn… continue reading »
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7. Albertina
... named for a son-in-law of Maria Theresa, explores the development of graphic arts since the 14th century. It houses one of the world's greatest graphics collections. Dürer's Hare and Clasped Hands, which the Albertina ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Albertina
Amelia in Bushwhacked in Wien said
… exhibit at the Albertina. All the security measures seemed a little farfetched and unnecessary.… continue reading »
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8. Schloß Schönbrunn
... in its present form is one of Vienna's most popular tourist attractions, hosting thousands of visitors a week. This rococo Palace was finished in 1700 under Leopold I, and is a much diminished version of an incredible I... more
Real Travelers who've been to Schloß Schönbrunn
Chrismu in Vienna said
… tourist by the boatload.The last day was probably my favourite, i saved the Schloss Schonbrunn and the Spanish horses until… continue reading »
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9. Secession
... in 1895-1896, the magnificent Secession building was conceived as a gallery for the movement of the same name, including artists such as Klimt, Schiele and Otto Wagner, which represented a break with the traditional Histori... more
Real Travelers who've been to Secession
… and mores of the Victorian Era and the tradition art of the Academy. Before the Secession’s efforts to bring modern art to acceptance… continue reading »
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10. Staatsoper
The magnificent Opernhaus am Ring, famous first and foremost for its annual high society ball, hosts productions of the very highest quality by the likes of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, the State Ballet Company and a host... more
Real Travelers who've been to Staatsoper
Amelia in Sacher Cafe, Staatsoper, and Konzert für Europa said
… the original, though!Yoonju and I also did the Staatsoper tour. We got to see some fabulous intermission halls from when… continue reading »
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1. Grand Cafe (The)
... grand hotel from the spectacular ‘Belle Epoque’, the age of the Austro-Hungarian empire at the start of the 20th century. The hotel is only a few minutes’ walk from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the opera house and the K... more
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2. Grinzinger Weinbottich
Grinzinger Weinbottich is one of the city's best-known "Heuriger" restaurants; those which serve local wine. The gentle melodies of an accordion will accompany your meal, and during the summer season guests can sit on the veran... more
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3. Toko-Ri
Toko-Ri is a not Japanese restaurant that you are likely to stumble across by chance. Out of the way, but worth the detour, its chefs know a thing or two about producing excellent, beautifully made sushi. Toko-Ri started life a... more
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4. Zu den drei Husaren
Not only is this a sedate and very comfortable restaurant, but the food is also excellent. This restaurant has been a mainstay for discerning diners for decades. The cooking is traditional Viennese with some lighter touches. Dr... more
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5. Schlossgasse 21
Silberwirt's beer garden is one of the most idyllic in town, and is the perfect place to spend a warm summer evening. But you shouldn't worry even if the weather is bad because the atmospheric interior makes a fabulous alternat... more
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6. Amerlingbeisl
This restaurant has one of the most idyllic Biedermeier-style courtyards in town, which is very trendy place during the hot summer months. Vines and ivy grow from the dark wooden balcony and lend it a certain Schubert-like touc... more
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7. Grotta Azzurra
Grotta Azzurra is said to be one of the very best Italian restaurants in town. Situated in a beautiful 19th century building, the interior has been stylishly transformed into a light and spacious restaurant. Grotta Azzurra offe... more
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8. Steirereck
Steirereck comes close to absolute perfection; quite predictably, the prices here are not cheap. The space is divided into three sections, the ess bar (food bar), the restaurant and Meierie (milk and cheese bar). Guests looking... more
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9. Trzesniewski
This small shop can't help but attract a queue of customers with its superb sandwiches. The choice is wide with cucumber with egg, carrots with gervais, matjes with onions and salami amongst possible fillings. And, why not try... more
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10. Gulaschmuseum
... the building of the Austrian National Library also known as the Österreichische Nationalbibliothek, the Globenmuseum also known as the Globe Museum is one of its kind. Marvel at the sights of almost 550 objects that th... more
Top Rated Vienna Trips
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Vienna State Opera | May 31 10'
"Standing room seats made the ballet experience affordable"
I went to an excellent ballet on May 31, 2010, and I stood in the standing room area at the Vienna State Opera. We had to get there pretty early, b... Continue reading »
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Sigmund Freud Museum | Jun 01 10'
"I embraced the culture of Austria."
On June 1st, 2010, our class went to the Sigmund Freud Museum and the Wien Museum exhibition that featured Johann Strauss. I was not impressed by t... Continue reading »
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Hausdermusik das Klangmuseum | May 24 10'
"The opera is such a formal place in Vienna today."
On Monday, May 24, 2010, we went on a tour of the opera house and to the Hausdermusik das Klangmuseum. Our tour guide at the Vienna State Opera hou... Continue reading »
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Kunsthistorisches Museum | May 26 10'
"Focus on Renaissance and Baroque Art"
We went to this museum on May 26, 2010, and I appreciated the focus on the Renaissance and Baroque art. When entering the museum, I could see that... Continue reading »
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Heeresgaschictliches Museum | May 27 10'
"A military history museum that accurately depicted Viennese history."
On May 27, 2010, we went to the Heeresgaschictliches Museum in Austria. This was a military history museum that accurately depicted Viennese histor... Continue reading »
