Many people consider Vienna, Austria one of the greatest cities in the world. Indeed, it may just be the most beautiful city, but it isn’t beautiful for aesthetic reasons alone – Vienna also has an energy that you can feel when you walk around, especially when you visit the museums and listen to live classic music and opera. Vienna is also the city of Mozart, Beethoven, and a number of other classical composers – they lived, worked, and found inspiration in this city. Today, this same spirit is still alive and well and you can capture it when you visit. Before you do visit, though, it will help to have some basic Vienna travel tips under your belt.
Here are the top five Vienna sights and attractions.
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Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens.
This was once the home of many Austrian emperors that ruled much of the country. Today, it is a national treasure for all to enjoy. You can also spend time in the garden or have lunch on one of the many little footbridges. The Schönbrunn is a little bit outside the city, but definitely worth a visit.
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Vienna Zoo.
This is the oldest zoo in all of Europe. This zoo is a great place to take the kids for a fun and exciting day. You will get to experience rare birds, animals, and insects. You will get to see tigers, pandas and all sorts of amazing animals. Not only that but the zoo also a great place to get a feel for Vienna’s old architecture, which makes it a perfect place for kids and adults too.
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The opera house.
If you want to catch live classical music and operatic performances, Vienna is definitely the city to visit. This is where classical music was born and thrived. Today, the national orchestra and many traveling orchestral organizations descend on this grand city to play live shows. It is recommended to purchase & A tickets online so that you can reserve seats. Also, visiting this website will give you an idea as to who is playing and when so that you can choose a concert you want to see.
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The Museum of Fine Arts.
Vienna’s national museum, or kunsthall, is one of the most lauded in the entire world. Its collection holds antiquities, medieval art, and some modern masterpieces too. They also have traveling shows, so that you can see something totally fresh every time you visit. If you are a lover of arts and culture, visiting the national museum is a must.
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The Prater.
If you have children, or if you are looking for a romantic place to visit after dinner, you must visit the Prater and ride the giant Ferris wheel. This is a classic carnival experience, but done European style, so you can pick up some delicious Austrian desserts and then climb to the top of the Ferris wheel for a breathtaking view of the city. In the end, the city itself is a wonder to behold.
