Top activities in Vienna
1. Delve into the history of the Schloss Belvedere
Visit one of the most beautiful and splendid palaces in Austria. The garden, which is full of sculptures and fountains, welcomes you to relax, whilst in the interior, various exhibitions are organised and magnificent rooms are to be visited. Belvedere was the summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy, one of the most well-known and important gay men of Austria.
www.belvedere.at
2. Live like an Emperor for a moment in the Hofburg
The Hofburg is a considerable part of Austrian history. Until 1918, it was the centre of the vast Habsburg Empire. There is an incredible amount to visit here, from the Imperial Apartments to the Silver Chamber as well as the Sisi Museum. Cafés, restaurants, squares and parks round off your excursion in the Hofburg. Look forward to an imperial atmosphere.
http://www.hofburg-wien.at/
3. Explore the Stephansdom, the landmark of Vienna from "head to foot“
On the Stephansplatz in the heart of Vienna, you will be completely in awe of this huge gothic cathedral, which is considered as a symbol of Austria. But that isn’t all. You can also make a tour up to the top and enjoy a great view of the rooftops of Vienna from the tower.
www.stephansdom.at
4. Give into the Viennese coffee house culture
The tradition-rich Viennese coffee houses are an institution. Many of them have been in existence for centuries, and were the meeting place of intellectuals in the time of the Habsburgs. Here, you can read newspapers in peace and quiet, enjoy a Wiener Melange and be enchanted by the delicious Viennese pastries (cakes and other sweet treats).
5. Experience the whole city "beneath you“ from the Danube Tower (Donauturm)
Travel within seconds with the express lift up to the observation terrace, 150 metres high, and have the whole of Vienna at your feet. A breathtaking view awaits you. In the restaurant, everything revolves, quite literally, around Viennese cuisine. As, at the same time as you are enjoying Viennese delicacies here, the restaurants revolves and offers you a 360-degree view. Dreamlike.
http://www.donauturm.at
6. Enjoy an international flair at the Naschmarkt
Whether fish, meat, vegetables, exotic spices or antiques, in the Viennese Naschmarkt, you can really find everything. Look forward to an international flair and a huge choice.
http://www.wienernaschmarkt.eu/
7. Go for a romantic coach tour
Experience the centre of Vienna on horseback. The imperial city is famous for its „Fiaker“. Have the sights explained to you and look forward to a romantic tour just like in the old days.
8. Spend a relaxing afternoon in Schönbrunn
Schönbrunn stands not only for a tremendous palace (summer residence of the Habsburgs) but also for an impressive park and an absolute must-see zoo. Visit the sumptuous rooms of the Habsburgs in the palace, from those of Sisi to Franz Joseph to Maria Theresia. Enjoy the wonderful garden, which, from the Gloriette with its beautiful view to the Irrgarten, has everything to offer and be amazed by the unbelievable diversity of animals in the zoo.
http://www.schoenbrunn.at/
http://www.zoovienna.at/
9.Get to know Viennese cuisine
Are you familiar with Viennese cuisine? If not, then you must absolutely get to know it. When you already are familiar with it, then you know what to expect. Enjoy the traditional Austrian pastries (cakes and various desserts, above all Sachertorte) in the legendary coffee houses. Look forward to Tafelspitz, Kalbgulasch und Kaiserschmarrn in the traditional guest houses. Otherwise, during a stay in Vienna, you should not miss out on a glass (or perhaps two) of wine in a Heuriger with classical music and a rustic atmosphere.
10.Go to the new trendy Museumsquartier district
The Museumsquartier of Vienna is one of the largest cultural spaces worldwide, in which you find a combination of historical buildings and modern architecture. Above all , it is a new trendy district under the sign of art, full of joy, youth and tolerance. An ideal location, therefore, to have a cocktail, to have something to eat, to shop in popular shops or simply to meet up with friends.
http://www.mqw.at
Visit one of the most beautiful and splendid palaces in Austria. The garden, which is full of sculptures and fountains, welcomes you to relax, whilst in the interior, various exhibitions are organised and magnificent rooms are to be visited. Belvedere was the summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy, one of the most well-known and important gay men of Austria.
www.belvedere.at
2. Live like an Emperor for a moment in the Hofburg
The Hofburg is a considerable part of Austrian history. Until 1918, it was the centre of the vast Habsburg Empire. There is an incredible amount to visit here, from the Imperial Apartments to the Silver Chamber as well as the Sisi Museum. Cafés, restaurants, squares and parks round off your excursion in the Hofburg. Look forward to an imperial atmosphere.
http://www.hofburg-wien.at/
3. Explore the Stephansdom, the landmark of Vienna from "head to foot“
On the Stephansplatz in the heart of Vienna, you will be completely in awe of this huge gothic cathedral, which is considered as a symbol of Austria. But that isn’t all. You can also make a tour up to the top and enjoy a great view of the rooftops of Vienna from the tower.
www.stephansdom.at
4. Give into the Viennese coffee house culture
The tradition-rich Viennese coffee houses are an institution. Many of them have been in existence for centuries, and were the meeting place of intellectuals in the time of the Habsburgs. Here, you can read newspapers in peace and quiet, enjoy a Wiener Melange and be enchanted by the delicious Viennese pastries (cakes and other sweet treats).
5. Experience the whole city "beneath you“ from the Danube Tower (Donauturm)
Travel within seconds with the express lift up to the observation terrace, 150 metres high, and have the whole of Vienna at your feet. A breathtaking view awaits you. In the restaurant, everything revolves, quite literally, around Viennese cuisine. As, at the same time as you are enjoying Viennese delicacies here, the restaurants revolves and offers you a 360-degree view. Dreamlike.
http://www.donauturm.at
6. Enjoy an international flair at the Naschmarkt
Whether fish, meat, vegetables, exotic spices or antiques, in the Viennese Naschmarkt, you can really find everything. Look forward to an international flair and a huge choice.
http://www.wienernaschmarkt.eu/
7. Go for a romantic coach tour
Experience the centre of Vienna on horseback. The imperial city is famous for its „Fiaker“. Have the sights explained to you and look forward to a romantic tour just like in the old days.
8. Spend a relaxing afternoon in Schönbrunn
Schönbrunn stands not only for a tremendous palace (summer residence of the Habsburgs) but also for an impressive park and an absolute must-see zoo. Visit the sumptuous rooms of the Habsburgs in the palace, from those of Sisi to Franz Joseph to Maria Theresia. Enjoy the wonderful garden, which, from the Gloriette with its beautiful view to the Irrgarten, has everything to offer and be amazed by the unbelievable diversity of animals in the zoo.
http://www.schoenbrunn.at/
http://www.zoovienna.at/
9.Get to know Viennese cuisine
Are you familiar with Viennese cuisine? If not, then you must absolutely get to know it. When you already are familiar with it, then you know what to expect. Enjoy the traditional Austrian pastries (cakes and various desserts, above all Sachertorte) in the legendary coffee houses. Look forward to Tafelspitz, Kalbgulasch und Kaiserschmarrn in the traditional guest houses. Otherwise, during a stay in Vienna, you should not miss out on a glass (or perhaps two) of wine in a Heuriger with classical music and a rustic atmosphere.
10.Go to the new trendy Museumsquartier district
The Museumsquartier of Vienna is one of the largest cultural spaces worldwide, in which you find a combination of historical buildings and modern architecture. Above all , it is a new trendy district under the sign of art, full of joy, youth and tolerance. An ideal location, therefore, to have a cocktail, to have something to eat, to shop in popular shops or simply to meet up with friends.
http://www.mqw.at
