Our Experiences in Austria
The city of Vienna is renowned for its UNESCO-listed historic city center, café culture, world class museums, and opulent palaces. On a visit to Vienna, you can explore this city’s historical and cultural treasures, learn more about the Habsburg family as you tour Hofburg and Schönbrunn palaces, and indulge on pastries and cakes at a long list of coffee houses. …
If you are planning your first trip to Vienna, this Vienna itinerary is perfect for you. With 2 days in Vienna, you have just enough time to see the highlights of this incredible city. Explore the historic heart of Vienna, tour Schönbrunn and Hofburg Palaces, dine in a Viennese café, and get a bird’s eye view of Vienna from St. …
Planning a trip to Austria and only have one day in Vienna? With a well-planned day, you can visit Vienna’s must-see sights, including St. Stephen’s Cathedral and Hofburg Palace, and dine in one or more famous coffee houses. This itinerary is a wonderful mix of must-visit places plus a few memorable dining experiences. In this guide, we provide a detailed …
Welcome to Vienna, a city of music, culture, and of course, charming cafés and coffee houses. Dining on elegant Viennese pastries paired with freshly brewed coffee is a quintessential experience for locals and visitors. Join us as we uncover the best cafés in Vienna, from iconic establishments to hidden gems. A Few Things to Know Before We Get Started …
From late November through December, Vienna transforms into a holiday wonderland. Festive lights are strung up along this city’s famous streets and small markets pop-up all-over town. Imagine yourself sipping on hot mulled wine, shopping at the markets, and going for a stroll along the brilliantly illuminated streets. These experiences create a memorable Christmas in Vienna. In this guide, we …
If you have plans to visit Vienna in December, you are in for a holiday treat. The Vienna Christmas markets are some of the best in Europe. In mid-November, Vienna transforms into a magical wonderland. Small markets spring up on famous squares and in front of historic buildings. For sale are holiday gifts, arts and crafts, spiced mulled wine, and …
Hallstatt is a picture-perfect town in Austria. This was once a quiet place, off of the radar of many European visitors. However, in recent years, Hallstatt has become one of the most popular places to visit in Austria. Spending one day in Hallstatt can be a wonderful experience, there are just some things you should know before you go. This …
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, Salzburg is a compact city that is easy to explore in just one day. It’s the perfect blend of history and culture, being home to Mozart, an ancient fortress, and several Sound of Music sites. With one day in Salzburg, explore the old town, enjoy the view from Hohensalzburg, and visit Mozart’s birthplace. …
Innsbruck is a colorful, picturesque city nestled in the Austrian Alps. Its biggest draw is its location. Innsbruck sits in a valley and it surrounded by enormous, snow-capped mountains. This is a city with endless views…ride cable cars to the mountain peaks, visit a ski jump, or climb the Town Tower for unbeatable views. With its close proximity to Italy and …
For those who want to tour three of Europe’s great cities, this central Europe itinerary is perfect. Start with Budapest, a gorgeous city known for its thermal baths, unique architecture, and stunning setting along the Danube River. Next, travel to Vienna, a sophisticated city rich in history and culture. End with Prague, the most beautiful of the three cities (in …
Bavaria is the southeast region of Germany, the land of fairytale castles, Oktoberfest, and lederhosen. With the Alps to the south and idyllic towns dotting its hillsides, Bavaria is a beautiful and romantic destination. View the Alps from Germany’s highest peak at Zugspitze, tour crazy King Ludwig II’s storybook castle Neuschwanstein, learn about WWII history in Munich and Berchtesgaden, and …
Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak (2962 meters), is located in southern Germany on its border with Austria. Visiting Zugspitze is a fantastic half day excursion which can easily be accomplished from both Austria and Germany. How to Visit Zugspitze Austria or Germany? Since Zugspitze sits on the border between Austria and Germany, it can be accessed from both of these countries. …
Garmisch-Partenkirchen, a wonderful small town located in Bavaria, Germany, was our home base for one solid week. From Garmisch-Partenkirchen, we frequently day tripped to Austria, Liechtenstein, and other destinations in Bavaria. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a great place from which to explore southern Germany. It is located in the German Alps, just a few miles from the border with Austria, which we …
Dine at a Viennese café, visit the Hofburg Palace and Schönbrunn Palace, have a slice of Sacher Torte, stroll along Vienna’s bustling pedestrian streets, and ride the oldest Ferris wheel in the world…these top the list of things to do in Vienna. So far, we have visited Vienna twice. The first time was during the month of May, on a …