Where is Vienna located? What is remarkable about the Austrian capital Vienna.

Vienna occupies a worthy place in the galaxy of brilliant European capitals. From its very foundation in ancient times, the city experienced several architectural upsurges, but it began to turn into a real masterpiece after the accession of the Habsburg dynasty in the 13th century.

Vienna is associated with the life and work of the musical geniuses Mozart, Schubert, Haydn. Here are the magnificent palaces of the Austrian emperors, the bells of majestic cathedrals ring, real court balls take place.

The capital of Austria is attractive for tourists all year round. In between sightseeing, they sit in cozy Viennese coffee houses, tasting delicious Austrian sausages, enjoying fresh pastries from pastry shops on Kärntnerstrasse. And in the evenings they arrange promenades in the parks and admire the illumination of the Danube promenades.

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The palace is the former city residence of the imperial family and embodies the very spirit of the once great Austro-Hungarian Empire. The complex occupies an entire block: dozens of buildings, nineteen courtyards, two parks and countless indoor squares. The Hofburg acquired its present appearance by 1913. Now museums, galleries, the national library and concert halls are located on its territory.

The summer residence of the Habsburgs, built in the pompous style of the Austrian Baroque. The palace is surrounded by a huge landscape park, especially picturesque in spring and early summer. It grows hundreds of species of flowers, shrubs, trees and exotic plants. 40 rooms and halls of the residence are open for visiting, where you can look at the imperial bedrooms, reception rooms, ballrooms.

Another pearl of the 18th century palace baroque style. The palace complex is often referred to as the "Viennese Versailles" for its beauty. Belvedere belonged to the brilliant Austrian commander Prince Eugene of Savoy. Now the halls of the Lower and Upper Belvedere houses a museum complex of medieval art, the Baroque period and impressive collections of paintings from different eras.

Symbol of the Vienna Musical, one of the best opera houses in Europe. Placido Domingo, Luciano Pavarotti, Maria Callas and other great performers performed here at different times. Regular productions include works by Strauss, Mozart, Verdi and Ravel. modern building theater appeared in the 19th century, it was immediately headed by Gustav Mahler. At the opening in 1965, Don Giovanni by W. A. ​​Mozart was performed for the audience.

A well-known concert venue, one of the centers of the musical life of the Austrian capital. The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and guest bands perform here, many come on tour from other countries. The Philharmonic is popular with guests of Vienna, as musicians in costumes of the Mozart era often perform here and create a unique surroundings and atmosphere of the 18th century.

Royal Dramatic Theater of Austria. It appeared at the behest of Empress Maria Theresa in the first half of the 18th century. The building is located near the Hofburg and City Hall. The theater was destroyed by bombing during the Second World War, and it took a lot of time and effort to restore it. Today, the Burgtheater is a well-known and popular venue hosting the world's leading theater groups.

The building is located in the Inner City (the central district of Vienna) and serves for administrative purposes. The town hall houses the parliament - the Landtag, the municipal assembly, and also houses the mayor's residence. During the construction, the model of the Brussels City Hall in neo gothic style. The interior decoration is more like a palace with rich decorations, huge crystal chandeliers and large halls.

An architectural complex with elements of neoclassical, Byzantine and antique style, designed and built by the architect Baron Hansen in the 19th century. He specifically created such a project to remind future parliamentarians of the birthplace of democracy, Greece. Since the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918, the National and Federal Councils have been sitting here, before that the Chamber of Deputies was located.

The palace-museum, which in the past belonged to one of the oldest and noble European families - the princes of Liechtenstein. The building houses a large private collection of art objects, which the family began to collect from the 16th century. Among the exhibits are the works of Flemish painters, paintings of the Renaissance, Romanticism, jewelry, antique furniture, collections of weapons, household items from different times.

The castle is the family home of the Liechtenstein family. This magnificent example of medieval architecture is located in the Vienna Woods. The history of the castle began in the 12th century along with the history of the family. Over the centuries, the building was repeatedly destroyed during the fighting. After the bombings of World War II, it was restored at the expense of the townspeople, and Liechtenstein leased the castle to the Vienna municipality.

Kreuzenstein is one of the most visited Austrian castles and is located a few kilometers from Vienna. The fortress arose on the site of an ancient Roman fortification, in the XIII century it passed into the possession of the reigning Habsburgs. After being destroyed in the 17th century as a result of the Swedish War, the castle lay in ruins for almost two centuries. Only in the 19th century, the Wilczek family bought the land and reconstructed the castle in its original form.

Gothic cathedral of the 14th century with a magnificent interior decoration, a real symbol of the Austrian capital. The temple went through many reconstructions, by 1523 it acquired the form in which it has survived to this day. From the observation deck on one of the towers offers a breathtaking view of Vienna. In the cathedral catacombs are the tombs of E. Savoy, Frederick III, Rudolf IV and other representatives of the royal dynasty.

Baroque Catholic church with elements of Rococo, Byzantine, Greek and even Arabic style, built by order of Emperor Charles VI in the first half of the 18th century. The reason for the construction was the terrible plague that hit Vienna in 1713. The emperor promised the Lord that he would build a church in honor of his patron Saint Charles if the city got rid of the terrible infection.

A striking monument of neo-Gothic architecture of the XIX century. It has the most typical elements for this style: openwork decorative patterns that create a “flying” airy image, lancet window spans and arches, high spiers of the main towers. The temple is built of white sandstone, so the building often requires reconstruction. The church appeared as a token of gratitude to God from Emperor Franz Joseph.

One of the oldest churches in the capital, built under Emperor Leopold I. The dome of the temple was designed in the image of the dome of St. Peter's Cathedral in the Vatican. According to some historical sources, in 792 there was a church founded under Charlemagne. The first direct mention of the temple dates back to the 12th century. The building in the Romanesque style burned down in the 17th century, ten years later a modern church St. Peter.

The apartment in which the great composer lived with his family in the period 1784-1787. Here, one of his main creations, the opera The Marriage of Figaro, was born. The museum was opened on the 150th anniversary of Mozart's death and reconstructed 100 years later. Only the stove, window openings and doors remained from the original furnishings. In the museum you can see various items owned by the composer's family.

An outstanding collection of paintings, initiated by Duke Albert (Albrecht). The gallery has several dozen halls, which exhibit works by Renoir, Monet, Picasso, Rubens, Raphael, Michelangelo, Rembrandt. In addition to the art exhibition in Albertina, there is a library with reading room. A restaurant and a souvenir shop are open for tourists, where you can buy art history books.

Museum organized in the house of the founder of psychoanalysis Z. Freud. The expositions tell about the activities and researches of the scientist. Visitors can look at the psychoanalyst's waiting room, office, waiting room. The museum also contains an extensive library of three hundred volumes devoted to the study of psychoanalysis. Freud and his family lived in this house until the German occupation in 1938.

Two museums in the style of the Italian Renaissance, located close to each other. Both buildings were built according to the design of the masters Baron von Hasenauer and Gottfried Semper. Between the museums there is a picturesque landscape square with small fountains, alleys and topiary trees. The interior decoration is also luxurious, the interiors are reminiscent of the imperial palace.

Located in the Museum Quarter of the capital. The expositions are dedicated to the work of contemporary Austrian artists. The gallery exhibits works by Oskar Kokoschka, Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt. The basis of the museum was a private collection of the Leopold family. In 1994, the Austrian government bought more than 5,000 paintings from them, established a museum, and Rudolf Leopold was appointed its director for life.

Observation tower on the territory of the Danube Park with a height of 252 meters, the highest point of the Austrian capital. From the summit in clear weather, visibility reaches 80 km. You can climb on two high-speed elevators, or by breaking the stairs of 779 steps. The tower has two restaurants on a rotating platform. In summer, bungee jumpers organize buckle competitions from the observation deck.

The building appeared in the XVIII century. and served as a shelter for people with mental disabilities. This is one of the oldest madhouses in Europe. In 1786, the sinister tower was given over to the museum of pathological anatomy. The exhibits of the museum are human organs and parts of the body (as well as the whole body), subjected to mutations as a result of diseases or genetic pathologies, stored in alcohol solutions. The exposition is part of the Museum of Natural History.

The home of the avant-garde artist and architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser with interesting and unusual design. The eccentric creator himself called it an "ecological home." On the one hand, the architecture of the building is somewhat reminiscent of the famous creations of A. Gaudi: smooth asymmetrical forms, bright colors, balconies, decorated in the Art Nouveau style. And on the other hand, the fabulous home of the hobbits from The Lord of the Rings.

picturesque natural area and a well-maintained resort area, located on the spurs of the Alps in the vicinity of Vienna. The forest has been recognized by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve due to its unique ecosystem. Valuable beech and oak trees grow here. Many folk legends and legends are associated with the Vienna Woods, united under common name"Tales of the Vienna Woods".

Public park, laid out in the 19th century. by order of Emperor Franz Joseph. A popular place for walking locals and relaxing from the bustle of the city. There are busts and statues on the paths. famous people: Schubert, Strauss, Lehár, Bruckner. Concerts are constantly held in the park, dance floors are arranged, cafes and restaurants are open. The territory is decorated with flower meadows, curly bushes and fountains.

The street encircling the central part of Vienna, one of the main city arteries. The Ringstrasse was built on the site of the old city walls. The most famous sights of the capital are located along the boulevard: the Hofburg complex, the Vienna Opera House, the Parliament building, museums, parks, monuments. There are busy transport routes. The street stretches for 5.3 km. in length.

It is located on the left bank of the Danube. Until the 18th century, imperial hunting grounds were located here, then, at the behest of the royal family, a park was laid out - coffee houses, carousels, and pastry shops appeared. People were entertained by clowns and street performers. Since the 19th century, the Vienna Fair has been held on the territory. The park has a Ferris wheel, recognized as one of the oldest in Europe. The Prater is a favorite holiday destination for Viennese families with children.

The world-famous Viennese coffee house, located on the first floor of the five-star hotel of the same name. The cafe is open to everyone and has fairly affordable prices. Here you can drink magnificent Viennese melange and taste the famous Austrian Sacher cake, the recipe of which is still kept in strict confidence (only the cafe's confectioners own it).

Aquarium and terrarium in one area, where a wide variety of marine life and amphibians are represented. It contains jellyfish and rays, rare species of fish, sharks, turtles and snakes, crocodiles, spiders and lizards. About 10,000 animals live in aquariums and tanks. The House of the Sea is located in the building of a 45-meter tower, on top of which there is an observation deck.

The zoo appeared in the 18th century at the request of Emperor Franz Stefan (the monarch had a craving for natural sciences). Nowadays, the zoo is recognized as one of the best in the world; several hundred species live here. Special pride - giant pandas, a rare endangered animal species. Newly appeared panda cubs are sent to China at the age of 2 years, because. this country is the owner of all pandas by treaty.

Vein simply amazing city. I went here for my honeymoon. There are a lot of interesting sights here, luxurious residences of the august persons and nobles, large parks, and the inhabitants of this city are very friendly. I hope that someday I will be able to visit Vienna.

Where is Vienna

Vienna is located in Austria. This city is one of the most ancient cities not only throughout Europe, but also peace. Vienna is indeed one of the most interesting world capitals.

It is located in Eastern part of the country(on the banks of the Danube, at the foot of the Alps). Lives here almost two million peopleto. The area of ​​this city is 415 km².

Settlements that are nearby:

• Baden;
• Stockerau;
• Krems on the Danube;
• Trismauer.

The atmosphere of Vienna cannot be expressed in words, it needs to be felt, as they say in your own skin. But before you go here, find out interesting facts about him:

• I think a lot of people have heard about viennese score. This event takes place annually. Tickets are selling like hot cakes and are not cheap. from 200 to 20000 Euro. Plus here also the cost of preparing for this event.
• There is no need here buy bottled water. You can drink straight from the tap. Water in the city water supply comes from Alps.
• Five years ago, Vienna was recognized « the best city for life". Two hundred and twenty cities fought for this title.
• If you go over a little with alcohol in the Viennese bars, then it's okay. Everywhere they stand sobering machines. You need to approach him, throw a coin, turn your nose and they will pour in there vapors of ammonia. And that's it, you're sober again.

So what I liked the most about Vienna Opera. I advise you to visit there. Go to category B performance, at least the tickets for it are not so expensive.

I was also able to visit Schönbrunn Zoo. He's just huge. The zoo is very clean, well-groomed enclosures, and most importantly large, especially for elephants and various predators. I was here for the first time in my life to see panda. Cute animal.

Ah, this Vienna! A musical symphony, in the lanes of which the famous waltzes and sonatas were born. The sights of this city amaze with their diversity, photos taken by tourists captivate with their beauty. Here, every street is saturated with overflows of notes. Joyful chords Everyday life replaces the majestic organ of palaces and cathedrals - a symbol of eternity. But the Austrian capital is not only famous for this, it seems that all the famous masterpieces are collected in this country.

Vienna is a city that captivates at first sight. Let's take a trip to the most popular places and look at the stunning sights of the capital. And our photos will help with this.

Hofburg - the restless heart of the capital of Austria

Vienna has long been considered the capital of luxury. Everything here is amazing. Let's start with the Hofburg. It is rightly called the heart of Vienna. Once it was one of the most luxurious residences of the Habsburg imperial house. She was famous not only in Austria, but also in other countries. Today, this attraction includes a chapel known for its boys' choir, a treasury with a royal crown, and several museums. Among the places worth visiting is the arena with dancing horses. You can see and appreciate all the advantages of the castle in the presented photo.

Silent witnesses of the past: Plague column in the center of the Austrian capital

Like many European cities, Vienna was hit by the plague in 1679. Leopold I, Emperor of Austria, leaving the city to avoid contracting a deadly disease, vows to erect a column of mercy immediately after the end of the epidemic. Already in the same year, the Plague Pillar was consecrated. True, it was made of wood.

Today, the architectural composition exists in marble and is a Baroque dramatization that colorfully conveys the events that once took place in Vienna. You can see this historical miracle in our photo. This column is one of the symbols of Austria.

Vienna House of Sounding Tales

Speaking of Austria, it is impossible not to recall the Vienna Opera. Its importance for the country and for the whole world cannot be overestimated. After all, Vienna is the city where such luminaries of musical art as Vivaldi and Brahms, Beethoven and Mozart worked. The Opera House is one of those places that you should definitely visit. The history of the construction of the opera is quite sad. The architects who built it took samples of the French Renaissance as a basis, but the inhabitants of Austria did not appreciate their talent. Our photo of the Opera building gives you the opportunity to see the progressive and aesthetic ideas that were implemented by two talented architects during the construction process.

Listen to the immortal melody of the Tales of the Vienna Woods. Isn't it true that it circles and carries away into the distance - to where the aromas of flowers, the murmur of streams and eternal spring?

When visiting the Vienna Opera, select a performance category. If you just want to look at the musical masterpieces of the country from the inside, choose class "C" performances, as the prices for them are quite reasonable. If you are a lover of classical music, category "B" is suitable for you. And for real connoisseurs of opera there is a category "A". There you will see not only the latest news, but also be able to listen to world stars.

Sophisticated Vienna with luxurious Schönbrunn gardens

Austria with its palaces and castles has long been the talk of the town for the European community. But one of the most famous is Schönbrunn, which is under the protection of UNESCO. You can get acquainted with this miracle by looking at our photos. These beautiful places got their name from a spring discovered by Kaiser Matthias during a hunt. You can admire the crystal clear spring even today. The palace complex itself contains about one and a half thousand rooms, but the most interesting of them are state rooms.

The famous Wagenbut carriage museum is also located there, where you can admire the paintings of horses, as well as see the equipment and clothing for riding. Walking through the luxurious gardens of Schönbrunn, be sure to visit the Gloriette Pavilion and look into the summer marble house. Even the highest quality photos will not be able to convey all that living sophistication and sophistication that can be seen with your own eyes.

Have you been dreaming of learning more about Austria for a long time? See the places that are calling card Vienna? Our photos and videos will help you get to know them in absentia.

But in order to feel the breath of the Viennese streets, to feel the whole flavor of Austria, to visit beautiful and memorable places, to appreciate the sights, it is worth coming to this amazingly incomprehensible country, where the wind itself will play a welcoming symphony on the Eol harp.

The Austrian capital remains one of the most popular tourist destinations. For those who are just planning a trip, we offer you to find out why Vienna is interesting for tourists.

In this city, everyone will find a zest for themselves. Therefore, we will briefly get acquainted with its history and draw up a "waybill".

Geographical position

Vienna is located in the east of Austria. The Danube flowing in the city with its own branch and the foothills of the Alps in the suburbs only add to the charm of the city. Add here the famous Vienna Woods, a small river of the same name, and it becomes clear why there are many tourists there.

The region where Vienna is located borders on Slovakia - only 60 km to Bratislava, and even less to the border. If we talk about the landscape, then in the city itself there is an average height difference (387 meters between the lowest and highest points), which is convenient for tourists.

Before you travel, back up your documents and keep them separate from the originals. Just in case, leave the same set to one of the relatives.

Modern Vienna consists of 23 districts, of which the old ones are the most interesting: such as Innerstadt or Landstrasse.

Vienna Map

A bit of history

As a village, the future Austrian capital appeared at the beginning of our era, when the Romans built an outpost for one of their legions. In the Middle Ages, the developing city was chosen by the nobility, and from the end of the 12th century it became a “family nest” of the Habsburg royal dynasty.

Periods of prosperity alternated with military hard times - Vienna was repeatedly taken under siege by the Turks, and in 1529 its defenders were able to defend the city, which was a tangible blow for the enemy. And a century and a half later (in 1683), under the city walls, the troops of Catholic countries inflicted Ottoman Empire a severe defeat, forcing her to completely abandon campaigns.

The further history of Vienna actually "made its face". The heyday of the Habsburg Empire, the development of art and science left a legacy in the form of palaces, parks, cathedrals.

The revolution of 1848 did not harm the city, which cannot be said about the beginning of the 20th century. Then Austria-Hungary fell, and the imperial center lost its significance.

Until 1918, the local opera had the status of a court opera.

During the Second World War, Vienna suffered from Allied bombing, and the post-war reconstruction took 15 years. The municipality was able to retain the charm of the old districts, which were restored in the 1970s and 1980s.

How to get to Vienna

Vienna is a place where you can see the real old Europe.

To get there, there are several transfer options. Air travel remains the most convenient - it is fast, although expensive. There are not so many direct flights from Moscow, but you can use other routes. With a transfer, you can get there via Warsaw (by LOT company) or Riga (AirBaltic). You can transfer in Minsk, from where BelAvia liners fly.

If Vienna is one of the points of the Western European tour, and is not its beginning, then the task becomes easier. Exists a large number of flights of both airplanes and buses, in addition, there are many low-cost companies (budget companies).

Regularly check the flight information - if it is canceled, this should be reported. The easiest way is to view the company's page on the Internet, but you can also use the phone.

Budget flights are cheap, but you need to book seats two to three months before departure. Please note that operators may issue different prices for the reservation, so find out this point before ordering.

Now about the trains - the Moscow-Prague train with a trailer car to Vienna will cost at least 165 euros, you can also get on it in Minsk. There are also a couple of daily trains from there. Of the inevitable disadvantages, we note a day on the road (versus 5-6 hours on flights with transfers).

The bus ride will take even longer - about two days, and besides, you need to pass the borders. If you take an adult round-trip ticket, you can meet 310-320 euros.

A trip by car attracts with the freedom of choice of route. On the other hand, there is the need to buy a "green card", which indicates that it is valid in Austria. On such a long flight, fatigue will inevitably appear, and the journey through Vienna can begin with a rest.

Vienna weather and climate

Our tourists easily get used to the Austrian climate. AT last years summer here is getting hotter (it even reaches +36), but the midday sun gives way to coolness, and the average monthly figure on the column does not exceed +20°C. The proximity of the forest and the river help fight the heat.

It was in Vienna that the world's oldest newspaper, stock exchange and diplomatic academy began their work. They have been working since the 18th century, and the Vienna Newspaper has been published for more than 300 years (since 1703).

Spring is usually uninteresting for experienced tourists. They can be understood - in March and April the weather is very changeable, but mostly warm. The usual cold autumn comes to Vienna at the end of November, so September is a great time for a tour.

Winters in this region are mild: the temperature has been -20°С only once in the last 35 years. The average January is +1°С.

Rains are infrequent, but clouds are frequent guests: the proximity of the Alps affects.

The main sights of Vienna

Vienna, like its description, is inconceivable without architectural delights and many museums.

From the heritage of the architects of old times, be sure to see such places:

• Local Opera. Interestingly, all performances are divided into groups, depending on the complexity for the average viewer. True, queues for this temple of culture are a common thing.
  
  
• This luxurious complex has more than two and a half thousand rooms and halls. Each of the monarchs completed the construction of the existing buildings in the courtyard.
• Cathedral of Saint Charles built after the plague. Construction lasted 20 years. Charles VI began it, having made a vow to his heavenly patron, St. Carlo Borromeo, and his son Joseph was already finishing.
• Scottish Cathedral. Services are conducted by Benedictine monks. The cathedral was repeatedly rebuilt, and in the 17th century it even burned because of a lightning strike.
• Votivkirche. The temple in a strict Gothic style stands out for its height (99 meters).
• Cathedral of Saint Stephen, whose 136-meter tower rises above the center. The original version was built in the 12th century, and the building received its current form at the beginning of the 16th century. Restoration of some elements is still ongoing - immediately after the war, the cathedral suffered from marauders.
• which is 5 km from the center. This is a beautiful park with palaces, statues and fountains. The zoo located on its territory is the oldest in the world.
• City Hall. More than two thousand windows give lightness to this building. In addition to the meetings of the municipality, various events for tourists are held there daily - from excursions to concert programs;

Be careful in crowded places - even in prosperous Austria, tourists can be subject to theft.

This is just a small list of what Vienna is rich in and what it is famous for. All these and many other wonders of architecture are in harmony with the streets of the Old Town, which are monuments in themselves. This applies primarily to the following streets:

• Cathedral Square (Stefanplatz). This is the very center, the "heart" of the capital, where a lot of Viennese architecture is concentrated, and the parking of horse-drawn carriages only adds color.
• Ringstrasse. The street, as it were, circled the central area - it is convenient for tourists. It was laid in the place where the city walls used to stand.
• Freyung. The old square is densely lined with palaces from different eras, each with a rich history.;
• Geldenplatz. There are two bronze statues depicting Prince Eugene of Savoy and Archduke Charles. These figures are already half a century old.

Having set out to learn everything about Vienna, you will have to explore the city museums. It is unlikely that you will be able to get around everything, so we list the most interesting ones:

• Mozart House at Domgasse 5. The composer lived in these apartments for three years. The uniqueness is that this is the only one of its shelters that has survived to this day.
• Treasury of the Hofburg Castle, which contains real imperial kleinods. This is part of the residence, which also includes the royal chambers.
• Belvedere Gallery located in the castle of the same name. Among the presented works there are many paintings by Gustav Klimt.
• Museum of Natural History where you can see the skeleton of a dinosaur. Some of the exhibits previously belonged to the august persons.
• Technical Museum, discovered back in the days of the Habsburgs. You can see not only a collection of antique musical instruments, but also cars of past years;
• Transport Museum, designed for fans of buses and the subway. Having visited it, you can immediately imagine how and on what the townspeople moved around the capital in the last century.
• Kaisergruft. This is the imperial crypt where the monarchs from the Habsburg dynasty are buried.

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It is impossible to describe all the worthy places of the city - they are at every step, so we limited ourselves to the most popular ones.

Vienna is inconceivable without its parks - there is a lot of greenery here, even grapes are grown, which is rare for the capital. The Municipal Park and the Belvedere are also worth adding to the tour program. Walking along the Belvedere, you can go to any of the two palaces, which house museums.

Other types of entertainment

In addition to the rich past, embodied in buildings and temples, tourist Vienna also offers modern forms of pastime.

Leisure

On the outskirts in Kahlenberg there is a huge rope park, which is full of aerial paths and platforms in the trees. For children, there are separate "tracks", which are located no higher than 1 m. You can get there any day from 10 am. You should not worry about safety - a briefing is required before the walk.

Before leaving, be sure to draw up medical insurance - without it, a visa will not be issued. To do this, it is better to choose a trusted company.

In the summer, an indoor skating rink in the Stadthalle is open, but getting there is problematic - it is open only on Tuesdays for four hours. The winter skating rink in front of the town hall opens in mid-January, and the schedule there is more loyal: from 9 am to 10 pm.

For family vacation the Prater park with its attractions is suitable. In the evening, they are illuminated, and even one circle on the Ferris wheel will leave a vivid impression. However, in the summer there may be queues.

A tour by car is suitable for an active person - this is a trip around the city on a small "hot rod" with accompanying people. So you can feel the whole rhythm of the city, because the tour takes place on ordinary roads.

There are also a large number of bike tours - from sedate excursions to extreme mountain biking. The climate of Vienna allows such recreation to be practiced most of the year.

Night life

Despite some stiffness, the Austrian capital is rich in all sorts of clubs. There are many of them, and they are designed for any wallet. Pricing, as elsewhere, is determined by location.

For several centuries in a row, Vienna was considered the center of secular life in Europe. In many ways, this is the merit of the famous balls.

The most famous is the club "The Beverly Hills" on the Seilerstatt - this is the center, and the prices are high here. You will have to pay 9 euros for entry. The interior of the club is chic, the atmosphere is full of drive and dancing. The establishment is open until 5 am.
You can also get into this club using a flyer - if you have one, you need to pay only 3 euros.

Otherwise, nightlife in Vienna is not too different from similar events in other countries, but safety is higher.

For a more relaxing holiday, you can advise "Jazzland", a local "Hard Rock cafe", an Irish pub "Bockshorn" and a wine store. For lovers beautiful views Onyx Bar will do, and connoisseurs of a foamy drink will be delighted with the menu of the Kolar bar.

Vienna City Transport System and car rental

The population of Vienna and its suburbs is more than 2.5 million people, so transport is represented here in large numbers.

The airport is located outside the city, 18 km from the center. Buses run regularly from Terminal 3.

In the town great amount trams and buses, as well as a subway with 5 branches. There is a system of single tickets that are sold in vending machines. A daily subscription will cost 7.60 euros, and for two days they pay 13.30 euros. A ticket for a week costs 16.20 euros.

Single tickets cost 2.20 euros: you can use them within the city with a transfer, but without a long break.

Tickets on buses are bought from the driver, while trams are equipped with vending machines that accept change. A tempting moment for some is that there are no turnstiles in the metro, although you still have to validate your ticket, as inspectors work there.

The city train goes out of town, and the price is different there.

All city transport does not run after 23:30 (the exception is the metro, which runs for another hour).

When renting a car, you need a driving license (preferably international), a passport, insurance and a bank account. There are also requirements for the age of the driver - rental cars are given from the age of 21, and the most prestigious models only from 25.

Tap water in Vienna is very clean, you can drink it without even boiling it.

When signing the contract, make sure that there are clauses about CDW, 3rd and party liability - these are analogues of our CASCO and OSAGO. Be sure to be registered and insurance in case of theft (theft Waiver).

"Skoda Fabia" with a manual transmission will cost from 45 euros, for "Volkswagen Golf" they will ask for at least 60 euros per day. A minivan will cost at least 70 euros, while a sports car will cost about 170 euros.

With a long lease, the daily payment is reduced. Car rental companies like Hertz, Megadrive and Europcar have regular promotions that can be found on their websites.

Accommodation in Vienna

With an overnight stay, if you reserve in advance, there are no problems. All hotels in the city can be divided into the following groups:

• affordable (from 55 euros / day) are scattered throughout Vienna, located in the center can be busy, especially in summer. Rooms - from double to designed for six;
• middle class (from 80-85 euros). It is already more convenient here, the room can be stylized "antique";
• luxury (from 150 euros).

Before booking a room, ask the host for additional photos.

Apartments are often offered by mini-hotels. The cost of good housing for two per day is 110-120 euros. Breakfast is already included in this amount. To check in, you need to book a suitable option in advance.

As for apartments, their prices start from 40 euros.

Real estate here is traditionally expensive, and for a long-term lease, you need to have several fallback options - in the summer, tourists can “outbid” the price set by the owner. If we talk about hostels, then you can meet 20 euros - this is the price for a place near the station.

What to bring as a gift from Vienna: shopping

For lovers of shopping, this is simply a paradise, so the question of what to buy in Vienna would be good to decide before the trip.

Mozart can be called the most famous "brand" of the city: the composer is in the lead in terms of the number of souvenirs and goods with his image.

The fan also has something to see. The Vienna derby between Rapid and Austria has a hundred-year history and is accompanied by large-scale performances every time.

In order not to miscalculate, it is better to opt for the liquor of the same name and sweets. They may seem expensive, but the cheaper ones are more likely to be counterfeit.

Here is a small list of gifts that you can bring from the Vienna tour:

• praline with flower petals (2.5-3 euros);
• Sacher cake by Demell confectionery;
• Giusto coffee (15 euros).

Among the souvenirs one can single out Rieder wine glasses.

The famous Viennese porcelain of the Augarten manufactory stands apart - for 30 euros you can buy a small vase or a figurine of an animal. A plate or cup painted after Klimt's paintings will also be a good souvenir.

Lobmayer glass products are another hallmark of the city. For example, you can buy an imperial coffee maker: this openwork product is pleasing to the eye, but it is also not cheap (from 170 euros).

An experienced tourist is in no hurry to buy the first souvenir that comes across. By going around several stores, you can find more reasonable prices.

The goods described are typically Viennese, but everyone can choose something that suits their interests. There are many boutiques and antique shops in Vienna.

Viennese cuisine: cafes and restaurants

For gourmets, there is expanse here: Vienna's restaurants will delight anyone. The traditional metropolitan menu includes the following dishes:

• Wiener Schnitzel;
• roast beef with onions;
• salad;
• chicken in Viennese;
• local goulash;
• sausages according to a special recipe;
• boishel (offal stew).

It turns out that a week is barely enough to get acquainted with the kitchen. If the choice is made in favor of a meat dish, be sure to specify the portion size - this is indicated on the menu.
The largest schnitzels are served at the Figmuller restaurant. This is an establishment of an average price category, where lunch costs about 20 euros. There are also budget cafes, but they rarely give you the opportunity to experience the culinary flavor, offering standard dishes.

Now our readers know exactly where Vienna is located and what it is famous for. Have a nice trip!

The well-known saying that only Rome and Paris are worthy of each other, and there are no places in the world comparable to them, is not entirely true. After all attractions in austria are in no way inferior to Italian and French beauties. Picturesque alpine nature, ancient castles, different cities. But the palaces, parks, streets are most impressive. Vienna - the capital of Austria and, first of all, the famous “ring”, from where acquaintance with the city usually begins.In the 13th-14th centuries, there were fortress walls here that protected Vienna from the attacks of the Turks. But time passed, the political situation changed, the city grew. And in 1857, by decree of Emperor Franz Joseph I, it was ordered to demolish the wall and lay a boulevard in its place, and build buildings along it. Such a complex was conceived as a symbol of the greatness of the powerful Habsburg dynasty, which ruled almost all of Europe for almost 7 centuries. And this plan became a reality.

Ringstrasse - a street around the historic center of Vienna

Now along the Ringstrasse, more like a horseshoe than a ring, trams ride tourists. The 5-kilometer route gives you the opportunity to see the city park, the building of the Austrian Parliament, the town hall, the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the Vienna Opera and many other monuments of architecture and history.

The building of the Austrian Parliament was built in just 9 years, it housed the Chamber of Deputies during the Austro-Hungarian dual monarchy. After the fall of the Habsburg dynasty in 1918, the National and Federal Councils of the Austrian Parliament still work here.

The building was built in the neo-Greek style, its main attraction is the sculptural composition of Pallas Athena and allegorical figures symbolizing the 4 most important rivers of Austria-Hungary: the Danube, Vltava, Inn and Elbe.

But the Vienna City Hall was built longer - from 1872 to 1883. During this period the capital of Austria grew rapidly, connecting with the suburbs. The population increased, and the administrative apparatus was added, which became cramped in the former Old Town Hall. The municipality decided to build a new building on the site of Glacis Square, where military parades used to be held. This caused dissatisfaction with the royal authorities, but in the end the parties managed to agree, and a new town hall was built.

The style of the building was chosen neo-Gothic in memory of the medieval Flemish town halls. At the top of its tower, a sculpture of a guard in the form of a standard-bearer was installed, which guards the peace of the townspeople.

But not only on the Ringstrasse there are masterpieces of architecture, no less magnificent museums in Vienna and palace ensembles located in other parts of the city.

Schönbrunn - a masterpiece of the Austrian baroque

A masterpiece of the Austrian Baroque, Schönbrunn is often called the main summer residence of the Habsburgs.

Now it is located 5 km from the city center, but in the 14th century there was a modest Katterburg estate, which belonged to the church. small house, stables and garden. In 1569 this place of his pristine beauty and hunting grounds attracted the attention of the Habsburgs, who built a castle here and in 1612 renamed it Schönbrunn (beautiful springs). ATIn 1683 the castle was destroyed by the Turks. Emperor Leopold I decided to build on the site of the ruins luxury palace modeled after Versailles. The work lasted intermittently for more than half a century, but they intensified during the reign of Maria Theresa, who turned Schonbrunn into a key place in the political life of the empire.Her husband Franz I set up a menagerie near the palace, which later became the famous zoo, the oldest in the world. He also bought the land to the west of the park, and founded greenhouses there with outlandish plants brought from the colonies.After the death of Maria Theresa, the importance of Schönbrunn declined somewhat, and it was used only as a summer imperial residence.Franz Josef returned the former grandeur to this park and palace ensemble. He was born in Schönbrunn, loved it, developed and improved it.

The first mention of the Hofburg castle dates back to 1279. After coming to power, the Habsburgs constantly reconstructed and rebuilt the castle. Each of the emperors considered it his duty to expand this territory.They bought neighboring plots, demolished buildings on them and erected new palace buildings. The result is a completely asymmetrical complex, consisting of 19 different palaces and buildings and representing a mixture of many architectural styles. Here you can see Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance, Empire. FROMThe oldest building is the Swiss Courtyard, which houses the repository of imperial treasures and the Gothic Chapel, founded in the 15th century. The famous Vienna Boys Choir sings in the chapel.In the Spanish Arena, as before, the famous Lipizzan horses perform, which are born dark and gradually brighten during the first 10 years of life. Despite their impressive size, they are excellently trained and trained in the most difficult tricks.

The new Castle, built in the neo-Empire style, is not inferior in pomposity to its more ancient counterparts,

but there is a black page in his history. From the balcony of the New Castle on March 15, 1938, Hitler announced the "Anschluss". On the surviving old photo of Vienna, Austria froze at that moment in a Nazi salute. In 1945, it was time for retribution. The city was significantly damaged by the bombing of allied aircraft, and then it took a long time to restore everything.Austria learned a lesson from the experience of World War II and repented. And on the balcony of the New Castle desecrated by the possessed Fuhrer, no more politicians come out for public speeches.

Belvedere - small Versailles in the capital of Austria

The Belvedere was built as the summer residence of the Austro-Hungarian commander Eugene of Savoy.

First, the Lower Belvedere was erected (1714-1716). In this palace were the private quarters of the prince. A luxurious Marble Hall, a state bedroom, a grotesque hall and a marble gallery were built. The Lower Belvedere includes palace stables and a rich greenhouse.The Upper Belvedere was built 6 years later as the representative residence of the prince.After the death of Eugene of Savoy, the palace complex was bought by Maria Theresa, who continued its arrangement. At her direction, the imperial collection of paintings was transferred to the Upper Belvedere, and in 1781 one of the world's first public museums was opened there.Both palaces are surrounded by the first alpine garden in Europe, where compositions of trees, shrubs, hedges, fountains and sculptures are created. More than 4,000 birds live in this fabulous garden. alpine plants, which, blooming at different times, create original patterns on the lawns.

Spittelau - an unusual plant in Vienna

The Viennese love their city and take care of its ecology thoroughly and creatively. Well-groomed green spaces, impeccably clean streets are located not only in the historical part of the city, but also on the outskirts. Multi-colored containers for the separate collection of municipal solid waste have long been no longer confusing: from childhood, Austrians are taught to sort garbage.Plastic, paper, metal are recycled, the rest is burned at the Spittelau plant. This brainchild of the architect Hundertwasser is located near the center of Vienna, and it is certainly shown to tourists. A fabulous palace with colorful walls, a chimney and a “cap” on the roof is not only a landmark of the capital of Austria, but also a source of pride for its inhabitants.

Combustion products do not enter the atmosphere due to multi-stage cleaning, and steam, not smoke, comes out of the pipe. The resulting thermal energy heats the largest hospital in Vienna, the university buildings, the building of the police headquarters and more than 50,000 apartments.

Here it is, beautiful, well-groomed, practical and many-sided European capital Vienna reviews about its palaces, parks, boulevards make the hearts of millions of travelers tremble.