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Resort facts
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- Explore the grandeur of this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site
- Once the centre of an empire of twelve different nationalities, which now reflects on the beauty of this multi-faceted and cosmopolitan city.
- On the banks of the River Danube visit Austria’s Imperial capital city
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Transfer time
•Salzburg, 325km, 3 hrs (by train)
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Currency
Euros
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Fly from
Gatwick; Birmingham; Manchester; Newcastle; Glasgow
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So what's it like?
Vienna is a compact and delightful city. Much of it can be explored by foot as you admire majestic buildings and stroll through pristine parks. Relax over coffee and cake, explore museums and art galleries, swing high above on the Prater Wheel and as dusk falls enjoy a glass of local wine by the 'blue' Danube. The coffee house tradition in Vienna dates back 300 years. Take a break from sightseeing at one of the many wonderful Viennese coffee houses. Enjoy a coffee served on a silver platter and watch the world go by. Select a mouth-watering cake - perhaps a Viennese speciality such as the famous chocolate Sacher Torte. Dining in Vienna is also a delight and you will find almost every type of restaurant and both traditional Austrian and international menus. You should also try some of the delectable local wines grown in the area around Vienna.
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Relax and discover
Local culture: Vienna retains an impressive array of historic palaces and monuments. Marvel at the Baroque splendour of the Schöbrunn Palace and gardens, before taking a horse drawn carriage around the Rigstrasse to explore the main cultural attractions including the National History Museum, the impressive Town Hall, Viennese Opera House and Parliament building. Head to the Imperial Hofburg Palace to discover the home of the Federal President, the Austrian crown jewels and the magnificent Spanish riding school. For the best views of the city climb up the 343 steps to the tower room in St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Summer Card: The Vienna Card offers unlimited use of the public transport system for 72 hours, discounted entry to a variety of museums, theatres and concerts. The card costs approximately £16 and is available from most hotels and the tourist office. Evening atmosphere:The world's capital for music, Vienna has a variety of classical concerts to jazz to pop and rock concerts there is some fantastic events. For something a bit more low key why not try relaxing in one of the wine and cocktail bars with a glass of champagne and sample the capitals nightlife in one of the bustling squares.Tour itinerary
FREE excursion
To help you make the most of your holiday, all customers staying in Vienna will receive a choice of two fantastic sightseeing trips. Please choose either the City Tour with Schönbrunn Palace or the 3 course Candlelit Dinner at the Griechenbeisl restaurant at the time of booking. The City Tour takes in a selection of the major sights including the Opera House, Hofburg Palace, Burgtheatre and the Fine Arts Museum. A visit to the Schönbrunn Palace is the highlight, where you'll have a tour of the showrooms of this summer residence of the Habsburgs. Dining in Vienna is a real delight and this special, romantic evening is set in one of Vienna's oldest restaurants. Here you can experience the traditional Viennese cuisine that made this historical restaurant a favourite meeting place for artists such as Waldmüller and Schwind and musicians including Beethoven, Schubert, Wagner and Brahms.Discount card
Vienna Card
The Vienna Card offers unlimited use of the public transport system for 72 hours. It also gives you discounted entry to attractions and events, including Schönbrunn Palace, Prater Ferris Wheel, Hofburg Palace, Museum of Fine Arts, Spanish Riding School, Danube Tower, Danube Boat Trips, Marionette Theatre, Vienna Concert Hall, guided walks, bike hire and cycle tours, hop-on/off bus tours. Plus discounts in many shops and restaurants.
The card costs approximately £16 and is available from most hotels and the tourist office.Getting about
Much of Vienna can be explored by foot, or why not take a horse and carriage ride or boat trip on the 'blue' Danube. The whole city is served by a very efficient public transport service, including trams, buses, underground and trains.
By rail
Travel
Taxi and return first class rail journey, train tickets will be issued by our resort rep at Salzburg airport. Transfer to second centre will be by coach from Salzburg airport. You will be required to pay for taxis to/from the airport, station and hotel. This cost will be refunded to you by our staff at Salzburg airport on your return from Vienna. Vienna must be taken as the first part of your holiday and flights must be to and from Salzburg.Important information
Vienna has no rep, you will be given a welcome pack and contact number on arrival.
Twin centre suggestion
Combine 3 or 4 nights in Vienna, with a relaxing break at the beautiful Hotel Hollweger in the resort of St. Gilgen, or any other resort of your choice in Austria, Germany or Slovenia (Salzburg airport arrivals only).
Please note: you will be required to pay for taxis to/from the airport, station and hotel. This cost will be refunded to you by our staff at Salzburg airport on your return from Vienna. Vienna must be taken as the first part of your holiday. Flights must be to/from Salzburg.
Travel: taxi and return first class train (journey approx. 3 hours) - train tickets issued by our in resort team at Salzburg airport. Transfer coach from Salzburg airport to your second centre.Special offers
Free excursion: all customers receive either City Tour with Schönbrunn Palace or Candlelit 3 Course Dinner at the Griechenbeisl. Please choose at time of booking.
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