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Vienna - A Waltz along the Blue Danube
Vienna’s inspiring attractions make for a perfect
city break at any time of the year. The historic centre of Vienna
with its world-famous sights such as the St. Stephen’s
Cathedral and the Imperial Palace has been added to the UNESCO’s
World Cultural Heritage list.
Once the seat of the Habsburg Empire, Austria’s capital
retains an ambiance of imperial elegance and boasts some of
Europe’s most impressive royal buildings. Follow in the
footsteps of the Habsburgs; visit the stunning Baroque Palaces
Schönbrunn and Belvedere and stroll along the Ring Boulevard
surrounding
the Imperial Palace.
Also inextricably linked with the city are the delights of
Viennese cuisine and the unique charm of Vienna’s coffeehouses.
Synonymous with Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz and the compositions
of Haydn, come and embrace Vienna’s rich musical heritage.
Insider Tip:
Don't miss a visit to the Spanish Riding School, the world’s
oldest and only riding school that cultivates classical equitation.
Things To Do
- Enjoy sightseeing in a ‘Fiaker’ horse carriage ride.
- Have a Wiener Schnitzel, the classic culinary speciality known all over the world.
- Visit the MuseumsQuartier, Vienna’s exciting art complex with numerous museums, restaurants and shops.
- Marvel at the extraordinary Hundertwasser House, a very special monument the artist has dedicated to himself.
- Relax in one of Vienna’s many renowned coffee houses which are spread all over the city.
- Enjoy a fun-filled day in the Prater, Vienna’s amusement park and location of the Giant Ferris Wheel, one of the city’s famous landmarks.
Our Hotel Recommendations
Hotel Kärntnerhof
K+K Hotel Maria Theresia **** from £399
An elegant and friendly hotel in the museums’ quarter close to the Imperial Palace. The combination of exclusive atmosphere with individual service and Austrian hospitality makes for a truly special experience.
Hotel Graben ***+ from £369
The family-run, Art Nouveau style hotel is situated in an alley lined with boutiques and antique shops right in the historical centre of Vienna. St. Stephen’s Cathedral is just 100 metres away and the Imperial Palace only 500 metres.
Hotel Kärntnerhof *** from £369
A friendly, family-run hotel next to St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna’s historical centre. The hotel’s roof garden offers beautiful views over Vienna’s old church spires.
City-Hotel Tabor *** from £339
This hotel is in a central location and in walking distance to Vienna’s Old Town. Guests will enjoy the sumptuous
breakfast buffet. The lounge has a bar and internet access.
Resort Combination
Combine your stay in Vienna with a trip to
Budapest, the picturesque Hungarian capital
set on the Danube.
All prices are guide prices and in £ per person, based on a 2 night stay and include flights from London to Vienna, incl. breakfast.
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DERTOUR Reservation Team
Monday
- Friday 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday - 09:00 - 13:00
E-Mail: tours@dertour.co.uk
Telephone: 020 7290 1104
Places To See
St. Stephen’s Cathedral: with its wealth of art treasures.
Imperial Palace: the former centre of the vast Habsburg empire.
Ring Boulevard: Vienna’s splendid avenue.
Town Hall: the most important secular neo-Gothic style building in the in the city.
Belvedere Palace: a Baroque palace with a wonderful park that houses the Austrian Gallery Museum.
Museum of National History: a breathtaking variety of nature can be experienced due to 20 million objects.
Schönbrunn Palace: the former summer residence of the imperial family, considered as one of the most beautiful Baroque palaces in Europe.
Possible Excursions
Take the Twin City Liner, a catamaran, specially designed for the shallow waters of the Danube Canal, from Vienna to Bratislava,
the Slovakian capital, in only 75 minutes.
Spend a day in the Vienna Woods on the outskirts of the city where you will find vineyards and old vinter’s villages. Many of these villages are now part of the city, but have retained their rustic charm and are a favourite destination for a visit to Heurigens (local taverns) where you will find excellent food and wine.
Vienna Card
210 discounts at museums and other attractions
as well as for theatres and concerts, in shops,
cafés and restaurants. 3 day unlimited travel
by underground, bus and tram with this card
for £18.
Events in 2010
14.06. – 20.06.2010: Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen) – one of the world’s leading cultural festivals with a rich variety of plays, concerts and films.
28.06. – 09.07.2010: Vienna Jazz Festival
13.11. – 24.12.2010: Christmas Markets - The magic of Advent in Austria’s capital.
Travel Information
Vienna International Airport:
Only 16 minutes to the city centre by train.
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