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1. Kapuzinergruft
- Since 1633, the significant members of the Habsburg family have been buried in the so-called Kapuziner or Kaisergruft (Imperial crypt). Twelve... read more
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2. Brunnenmarkt
- This is an interesting open air market with goods ranging from fresh fruits, vegatables and cheeses to designer jeans. It is a year round bazaar... read more
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3. Maltese Church
- Named after the Maltese Order, this church was built during the 14th century and is dedicated to St. John the Baptist. Malteserkirche reveals traditional... read more
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4. Opern Confiserie
- The Viennese are famous for their confectionery - and for good reason! One glance in this pint-sized sweetshop will convince any sweet tooth that... read more
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5. Urania Puppentheater
- This "Punch and Judy" show is held in the Urania building, the same one that houses the observatory, and shows pieces suitable for children of... read more
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6. Innere Stadt, Wien
- The Innere Stadt is the first Viennese Municipality District. The Innere Stadt is the old town of Vienna. Until the city boundaries were expanded... read more
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7. University
- Heinrich Festel built the University of Vienna between 1873 and 1883 in the style of the Italian Renaissance, yet the history of the university... read more
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8. Historisches Museum der Stadt Wien
- The rather boring exterior of this museum does not in any way reflect its contents. Its time of construction was, rather clearly, after World War... read more
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9. Christmas Eve at Weikersdorf Castle from Vienna
- Not far from Vienna, you can experience a traditional Austrian Christmas Eve celebration which the whole family will love! Get into the yule time... read more
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10. Vienna Airport Private Arrival Transfer
- Travel from Vienna International Airport to your Vienna City hotel. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.This is a private... read more
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Vienna is made up of many different neighborhoods, all with their own charm. With each designated with both a name and number, it's easy to figure out where you want to spend your time.
In the 1st district, which is the Innere Stadt (inside the Ringstrasse), you'll find many of the sightseeing opportunities that Vienna has in store. Arrive along the outside and wander in on foot, as these cobblestone streets are full of hidden art, cafes and shops. Open-air markets are common, too, and are exciting to explore. Around the district's perimeter, along the Ring itself, you'll find even more. The University, theaters, operas, museums and city hall are along this route, to name just a few. Farther out from the ring, you can find wide-open green spaces and parks, palaces, and more museums and performance spaces.
The palaces and museums of Vienna are likely its most famous places to visit, with palaces ranging from the impressive stature of the Hofburg to the breathtaking Baroque Belvedere. The museums hold their own, too, with innumerable examples of European art housed in the more traditional museums and exciting modern art on display throughout the Museums' quarter. While on foot, you will also come across monuments and landmarks scattered about the city. These are mainly focused on historical eras, and some are quite controversial (like the Monument Against War and Fascism).
Thinking about renting a car to get around the city while you're here? Don't bother. Vienna has an excellent public transport system, and you can buy entire-network passes for a day or a couple of days. This is the ideal way to get around from sight to sight, as there are easy routes to and stops at all of the major museums, landmarks, parks, etc. Another easy and inexpensive way to get around that's an activity all on its own is to rent a bicycle. This can be done at rental shops for a couple of euros, and riding along the river can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors and see a lot of the city.
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