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1. Vienna State Opera House |
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1. Try a Wiener Schnitzel |
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The
Vienna State Opera is one of the most well known and prestigious
opera houses in the world.
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Try a Wiener Schnitzel! This
traditional Austrian dish consists of veal with a coating of
breadcrumbs and fried.
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2. Habsburg Imperial Palace |
2. Visit tiergarten Schonbrunn |
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Formerly home to the rulers of the Habsburg dynasty and
currently the official residence of the president of Austria.
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The oldest zoo in the world, which was
constructed in 1752 at the order of the Holy Roman Emperor
Francis I.
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3. Imperial Court Theatre |
3. Climb the Donauturm |
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The
Imperial Court Theatre (or Burgtheater) is the Austrian National
Theatre and was created in 1741.
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Opened in 1964 at the north bank of
the Danube river, this 252 meter tall tower provides splendid
views of Vienna.
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4. Albertina |
4. Enjoy Wiener Riesenrad |
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The
Albertina is a museum with an important graphic collection. It
is housed inside the Augustian Bastion.
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This famous Ferris Wheel at the
entrance of the Prater amusement park is a popular attraction.
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5. Kunsthistorisches Museum |
5. Ride a Streetcar |
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Located in an impressive building at the Maria-Theresien-Platz,
this museum hosts important fine arts.
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A
great way to explore Vienna is to take a ride on a Street Car,
which will take you around the city.
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6. Belvedere Palace |
6. Watch a Lipizzaner Show |
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This Baroque palace was built by Prince Eugene of Savoy and
houses the Österreichische Galerie Belvedere museum.
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Visit the Spanish Riding School, home to the famous Lipizzaner
Stallions. You can either attend a training or a show.
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7. Stephansdom |
7. Visit a Wiener Coffeehouse |
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The St.
Stephen's Cathedral is the most important religious building in
Austria and a symbol of the city of Vienna.
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Visit a Viennese Cafe, drink a coffee and read the newspaper.
And don't forget to order a typical Austrian sachertorte.
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8. Wiener Rathaus |
8. Relax in Stadtpark |
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Designed by Friedrich von Schmidt in Gothic style, this bulding
was completed in 1883 and serves as city council.
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The
City Park in Vienna meets every expectation of an "artificial
landscape in the city".
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9. Schonbrunn Palace |
9. Stroll down the Naschmarkt |
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This palace was the imperial summer residence and is now an
important landmark and attraction in Austria.
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Vienna's most popular market, which exists since the 16th
century and is located at the Wienzeile.
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10. Parliament Building |
10. Shop at Mariahilferstrasse |
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Constructed between 1874 and 1883, the Austrian Parliament
Building covers over 13,500 square meters.
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Vienna's most important shopping street and one of the most
famous streets in the city.
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