Vienna
Luxury and Romance at the Heart of the Viennese Social Life
Vienna is Austria's capital city and Europe's music capital. The architecture alludes to its affluent heritage and the older buildings have been preserved to maintain the elegant atmosphere.
Take in the luxury of the Belvedere Palaces, The Hofburg and The Schönbrunn, each palace telling its own fascinating stories of former occupants. Wander through the old part of town around the Gothic St Stephan's Cathedral or 'Stephansdom', where pretty cafes and galleries line the tiny streets. For an outdoor experience, explore the Wienerwald, a grand park at the terminus of the Alps.
See the couch where Freud's patients revealed their neuroses in his former apartment, or unwind to the sounds of the Vienna Boys Choir performing at the Bergkapelle at Sunday Mass. Be sure to book tickets well in advance to see the Lipizzaner horses performing a dressage display to classical music. Alternatively, secure a seat for an opera performance at the State Opera House. The Renaissance building hosts daily shows, but tickets sell out fast.
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