Austria attractions

The Belvedere Palace is in fact two palaces: the Upper and Lower, both of which were built by Prince Eugene of Savoy. These Habsburg palaces are the centerpieces of gorgeously landscaped gardens, with tiered fountains and statues nestled in the greenery. Both palaces are filled with priceless art in the permanent collections (including Gustav Klimt's The Kiss), as well as changing exhibitions.

Located on the grounds of the imperial summer palace, Tiergarten Schönbrunn (Vienna Zoo) is the oldest zoo in the world - and yet still frequently voted one of the world's best. The zoo was founded as an imperial menagerie in 1752, by the then Holy Roman Emperor, Francis I. It was opened to the public in 1779. The Tiergarten has an amazing array of animals (more than 700 species in all).

Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) features an extensive art collection that belonged to the once-mighty Habsburg family. It houses pieces by Caravaggio and Titian - and many other Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces. Viennese classical composers once made groundbreaking music with some of the instruments in the Historical Musical Instruments section. There are also impressive collections of coins, arms and armor, as well as Egyptian, Near Eastern, Greek, and Roman antiquities.

Familypark is a popular theme park located in Burgenland, Austria. The park features rides and attractions suitable for a wide range of ages.

Explore the major cities of the world at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off option. With frequent departures and arrivals, an informal narrated tour available in several languages, and convenient transport highlighting all the hotspots, a hop-on hop-off tour is the perfect ticket for exploring a new city. Perfect for a short itinerary during your stay in Vienna, tickets for hop-on hop-off transport are the best way to see Austria's cultured capital city. With bus, trolley, and boat options available, there are so many ways to explore. Shuttle by the Danube Tower, cruise past the Vienna City Hall, and stop to snap a few photos in front of Belvedere Palace. The bus stops at up to 30 locations throughout Vienna, with multilingual audio guides available for listening while you commute to your next destination. Buses arrive every 15 minutes, so you can see it all at your pace without the hassle of a structured tour, or sore feet at the end of a day of sightseeing in Vienna.

The world-famous Spanish Riding School is the training ground for riders and their Lipizzan horses - Europe's oldest breed of horse. It's located between Michaelerplatz and Josefsplatz inside the Hofburg, in central Vienna. The 'Spanish' in the title refers to the Spanish heritage of the horses. This beautiful building has been an equestrian training center for more than 450 years. Guests can enter and watch these amazing horses learn the ropes and reins, in preparation for their performances in the Winter Riding School (Winterreitschule) in the Hofburg.

Built in 1964, this concrete monolith stands at 252 meters - making it the tallest structure in Austria (and among the 75 tallest in the world). Twin high-speed elevators fly you to the top and there you can enjoy two restaurants and traditional coffee bar - or simply soak in the awe-inspiring views.

With around 65,000 drawings and more than a million old master prints, the Albertina is a mightily impressive collection of art. Located in the largest Habsburg residential palace, the collection also includes more modern works - including two significant collections of Impressionist and early 20th-century art, and temporary exhibitions. Also on display are 21 exquisite Habsburg state rooms, spread over two floors of the palace.

First time in Vienna? Or, simply looking to experience the best the Imperial City offers in a short amount of time? City Cards in Vienna are your friend! With the ever-convenient Vienna city passes, you can combine admission fees for Vienna's major attractions in one handy ticket, saving you money and time. With a number of transport options included, Vienna city passes take the stress out of getting around the city, dropping your right to the door of the major attractions – Rathaus (City Hall), Burgtheater, Hofburg Palace, and Maria Theresien Platz are all at your fingertips.

Familypark is a popular theme park located in Burgenland, Austria. The park features rides and attractions suitable for a wide range of ages.

The St. Margarethen Quarry is one of Europe's biggest and oldest quarries. The sandy limestone here has been quarried for centuries - and some even went into the restoration of St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the buildings around the Ringstrasse in Vienna. If that sounds old, keep this in mind: some of the stone is 25 million years old. It now serves as an impressive backdrop for concerts and events. Step into this UNESCO World Heritage site for a history lesson you'll love.

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Mirabell Palace was built by archbishop Wolf-Dietrich for his mistress Salome Alt. They had 15 children which shows they must have been happy here! Later in history the Mozart family with 6 year old Wolfang Amadeus performed in the baroque Marble Hall for Salzburg's royalty. Today the Marble Hall is considered to be one of the most beautiful venues in Austria and hosts classical concerts, wedding ceremonies as well as receptions by the Mayor of Salzburg.

The DomQuartier showcases 1,300 years of Salzburg's ruling history, art, music and architecture. It opens up authentic (early) Baroque spaces of experience and takes you on an exciting journey of discovery in the footsteps of the prince-archbishops. Step back and experience a time when Salzburg was a sovereign ecclesiastical principality in the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation.

Experience the magic of music in Salzburg

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Hohensalzburg Fortress is a castle that sits atop the Festungsberg, a small hill in the Austrian city of Salzburg. It's one of the largest medieval castles in Europe and, sitting at an altitude of 506 meters, it's also one of the highest!

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is a space for art, architecture, and a special Swarovski shop for crystal fans everywhere. It's a sparkly family attraction created by André Heller for the crystal glass manufacturer Swarovski, and is located close to Innsbruck, Austria.