Vienna

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For centuries the mighty Hapsburg empire stretched far and wide and Vienna was the most important city of Europe.

Today its power is somewhat faded but convenient for visitors with its pedestrian friendly centre and compactness. The legacy of grandeur is still present with beautiful churches, palatial palaces and gigantic opera houses.

Attractions

The voluminous Hofburg received several additions during the 600 years of Habsburg rule and is quite impressive. This Imperial Palace dominates Vienna.

The expansive and magnificent Schweizerhof (Swiss courtyard) dates from the 13th century.

There are enough of museums to keep you busy, including the Kunsthistorisches Museum, hosting pieces of art collected by the Habsburgs. Also well visited is the Sigmund Freud Museum.

Head to the Stephansdom from where you can see the entire city from the top of the latticework spire.

Entertainment

Vienna boasts some lovely parks where you can escape the bustle from the city and unwind. Those who enjoy a vibrant nightlife, Vienna is the perfect place. There’s an array of pubs, nightspots, cafés and other hotspots. During daytime The Pavillion is a good place to relax when it serves as a laid-back café, and at night, when the music comes out of the speakers at 20:00, offering a mix of funk, soul, blues and jazz music.

Hotels in Vienna

All the well known hotels are to be found in Vienna. There are numerous hotels to choose from and many of the Vienna hotels can be booked on-line. Hotels vary from very expensive five star establishments to modest hotels in the Vienna suburbs.

Vienna attracts many tourists and it is recommendable to make a reservation for your hotel room in advance. When you pre-book your Vienna hotel on-line, hotel rates will be cheaper. Booking on-line is easy, secure and safe.

Out and about – car hire in Vienna

A hire car in central Vienna isn’t practical, but beyond the cluttered ancient lanes some interesting attractions, easy accessible by Vienna hire car, are to be found. A car can be hired from one of the major car rental companies which are present in Vienna.

More convenient is to book your hire car on-line. During high season it might be necessary to pre-book your hire car so you will have peace of mind and not worry about hire cars not being available at the moment you arrive in Vienna. A car hired in Vienna is the best way to explore the surrounding area.

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