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General Info

Vienna, the capital of Austria (about 1.6 million inhabitants), is situated on the banks of the Danube and its historic city centre was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Vienna has hosted the Habsburg court over centuries, first as the imperial see of the Holy Roman Empire, then the capital of the Austrian Empire and later of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Also described as Europe's cultural capital, is a metropolis with unique charm, vibrancy and flair. It boasts outstanding infrastructure, is clean and safe, and has all the inspiration that you could wish for in order to discover this wonderful part of Europe. The city is a dream for anyone with a romantic streak or an interest in history. Sightseeing opportunities are to be found in abundance. Wander along narrow, medieval alleyways or across imperial squares, view Schönbrunn Palace or the Imperial Palace (Hofburg) in the footsteps of Sissi and Emperor Franz Josef, and marvel at the majestic architecture along the Ring boulevard. Be inspired by an atmosphere steeped in history - which also boasts the comforts and infrastructure of a modern city! Vienna has been synonymous with music for centuries, and was home to Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Johann Strauss. This outstanding musical heritage has been preserved right to the present day. The Wiener Philharmoniker is one of the world's top orchestras, the Vienna Boys' Choir is triumphantly successful wherever it tours, and the Vienna Conservatorium has produced innumerable international award-winners in all musical disciplines. If your tastes are not quite so culturally refined, then visit one of Vienna's famous coffee houses or traditional wine taverns ("Heurige") and work your way through famous culinary specialities.

• Municipality of Vienna: http://www.wien.gv.at/

Transports

The Vienna International Airport is located in the suburb of "Schwechat". The City Airport Train (CAT) takes you directly from the airport to the city centre in 16 minutes. Vienna has an excellent public transport system, which includes commuter rail, underground, trams (trolleys), and buses.

• Vienna International Airport: http://www.viennaairport.com/
• Public Transports: http://www.wienerlinien.at/

Main Sights

Not to be missed: Hofburg Palace: this immense palace complex grew into a large series of buildings over the years, and was the imperial residence of the Habsburg emperors until 1918. It now houses the offices of the Austrian President, a convention center, the Spanish Riding School with its Lipizzaner stallions, and several museums such as the "Imperial Apartments, Sissi Museum and Imperial Silver Collection" (Kaiserappartements, Sissi Museum, Silberkammer). Schönbrunn Palace: The Palace with its surrounding buildings and the huge park is one of the most significant cultural monuments in Austria. It was generally used as the summer residence of the Habsburg rulers. The Vienna Opera House is situated in the first district of Vienna at the southern end of the Kärntnerstrasse. August von Sicardsburg and Eduard van der Nüll built the Court Opera House from 1861 to 1869. St. Stephen's Cathedral is situated in the city centre, and for centuries it has been the heart of Vienna. It is one of the most famous Viennese sights and was built in 1147. The Vienna Ring Boulevard is 4 kilometres long and circles the city centre. The construction of the Ring Boulevard was initiated by Emperor Franz Joseph I in December 1857. The Prater is Vienna's most popular fun fair. Here one can enjoy a great view from the giant Ferris wheel, and one can do sports and relax in the area of forest land and fields. Karlskirche is the biggest cathedral in Baroque style north of the Alps. Building commenced in 1715 following plans of famous Austrian Baroque architect Johann Fischer von Erlach. The two magnificient palaces on the Belvedere grounds lie in the middle of a splendid park. They were constructed for Prince Eugene of Savoy by J.L. von Hildebrandt, a famous Baroque architect. The Vienna Ring Boulevard is 4 kilometres long and circles the city centre. The construction of the Ring Boulevard was initiated by Emperor Franz Joseph I in December 1857. Haas House is one of the most exciting buildings in Vienna and the city's pride. Images of St. Stephen's Cathedral reflected by the straight glass facade of Haas House are a popular motif.

• Hofburg: http://www.hofburg-wien.at/
• Hundertwasserhaus: http://www.hundertwasserhaus.at/
• Schonbrunn Castle: http://www.schoenbrunn.at/

Museums

The Albertina Graphic Arts Collection is perhaps the largest and most important graphic collection in the world. It owns about 60.000 drawings and about a million graphic reproductions. The KunstHaus Wien is situated in the third district of Vienna and is a house, that does not correspond to the usual cliches and norms. In the KunstHaus Wien a permanent Hundertwasser exhibition is offered. Mozarthaus: Explore Mozart's world in the house, where he has lived for some happy and prolific years composing "The Impesario" and "The Marriage of Figaro" among other major works. The Museumsquartier is one of the ten largest cultural complexes in the world, where baroque buildings, new architecture, cultural institutions and various disciplines of art are united. It includes The Leopold Museum and the MUMOK (Museum of Modern Art Ludwig Foundation Vienna). The Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts) was built from 1872 to 1891 after designs by Gottfried Semper and Karl von Hasenauer and it is housed in a palace that's a work of art itself. It ranks among the richest and most important art collections in the world. Sigmund Freud House: the founder of psychoanalysis, lived and worked in this house for almost half a century (1891 to 1938). His former office and private apartment are now, thanks to his daughter Anna, a museum. Secession museum: Secession is a daring building with its cupola of golden laurel leaves and its art deco facade. It specializes on contemporary art. Oesterreichische Galerie Belvedere: the two magnificient palaces on the Belvedere house museums featuring Austrian painting. In the lower palace the "Österreichisches Barockmuseum" (Austrian Museum of Baroque Art) displays Austrian Art of the 18th century. In the upper palace you can visit the Austrian gallery with a collection of 19th- and 20th-century Austrian paintings. There, you can find works of artist of the Secession movement such as Gustav Klimt (1867-1918), Egon Schiele (1890-1918) or Oskar Kokoschka (1886-1980).

• Oesterreichische Galerie Belvedere: http://www.belvedere.at/
• KunstHaus: http://www.kunsthauswien.com/
• Albertina Graphic Arts Collection: http://www.albertina.at/
• Kunsthistorisches Museum: http://www.khm.at/
• Naturhistorisches Museum: http://www.nhm-wien.ac.at/
• Vienna State Opera: http://www.wiener-staatsoper.at/

Eat

Vienna boasts one of the world's most famous culinary traditions. A diverse yet delectably harmonious range of dishes reflects the city's mix of nationalities and food cultures through the centuries, and inspires visitors from all over the globe. Try Wiener Schnitzel, Gemusecremesuppen, Frittatensuppe, Gulasch without forgetting the fabolous Sachertorte.