A City of Unrivalled Grandeur

A most delightful city, famous for its superb infrastructure, cleanliness and safety, Vienna holidays exude a charming air of vibrancy and elegance. The cultural and romantic capital of Austria is a city with a surprise around every corner. The grandness and luxurious theme of the city's architecture, the sophistication of its culinary scene and the captivating wealth of history delving within its many museums, holidays to Vienna encompass variety and excitement.

Within the rich culture and engaging history you will discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites, imposing churches, fantastic museums and alluring art galleries. But for those that want to opt out of the culture, you'll struggle to find a European capital with as lively a shopping culture and as intriguing a dining scene.

The Historic Centre

The Innere Stadt area of the city should demand a large portion of your attention during your Vienna holidays. The historic old town is full of stunning historical and cultural attractions that adorn the must-see list of all visitors. You'll have an array of landmarks to choose from, and the hardest task will be deciding which to check out first. It's probably best to head for the most eye-catching, and this will no doubt be St. Stephen's Cathedral. The oldest section of this grand structure has stood since the thirteenth century, while a mismatch of styles pays homage to the cathedral's continuous development.

The nearby Parliament buildings and Opera House bestow a fresh architectural splendour to those that cast their eyes upon them. The Parliament building could easily be mistaken for a fairy tale palace, while the Opera House, the beloved symbol of Viennese artistry, dons a modernised look, yet the grandeur inside the structure possesses something of a bygone feel. Staying in an equally grand Vienna hotel in this area of town will allow you to continue this feeling of elegance even after returning from your day of exploration.

Museums and Palaces

Culture vultures and art lovers will rejoice in the wealth of museums to choose from when you spend your holidays in Vienna. The city boasts an array of interesting and exciting exhibits across a range of museums and galleries, catering to a variety of tastes and interests. The Museum of Fine Arts is one of the world's greatest art museums. Hosted in a palace which in itself is worth capturing on your camera, the museum boasts a world-class exhibit of stunning art including Raphael and Caravaggio, as well as being home to various ancient pieces of art. Across the street you'll find the Natural History Museum which exhibits countless fossils, animals and dinosaurs, proving a great place for families with younger kids to visit.

Vienna is home to a plethora of staggeringly beautiful palaces, but none quite take the biscuit like the Hofburg Palace and the Schonbrunn Palace. The former has grown from a small medieval castle into a complex of several large buildings home to countless grand rooms and glistening treasures. The Schonbrunn is the bee's knees of Austrian palaces, comparable to the magnificence of the Palace of Versailles and is a must-see for all visitors. Home to the world's oldest zoo, spectacular maze gardens, a panorama terrace and some stunningly-large imperial rooms, a visit to this masterpiece will be worth the plane ticket fee alone.