Vienna - Vienna 21 day trip

Vienna, the luxurious capital of Austria, has vibrant nightlife, contagiously joyful atmosphere and fascinating history.

The Museum of Fine Art is home to one of the greatest collections of art in the world and exhibits many historical antiques.

The gorgeous Schonbrunn Palace is built in an ornate French style as an attempt to rival the famous Versailles Palace.

Hofburg Palace has a multitude of popular cafes, charming squares, and three separate museums each with international standing.

Formerly focused on wine growing, this charming district offers delicious cuisine and a peaceful ambience.

Located in Lower Austria, this park is dedicated to preserving the ecosystem of meadows, forests, and wetlands along the Danube River.

Comprised of pastures, meadows, salt-ponds, and highly varied flora, this national park is a treasure trove of Austrian nature.

Surrounded by magnificent gardens, the Liechtenstein houses the vast private art collection of Prince Hans-Adam II.

Commissioned by Eugene of Savoy, these two luxurious palaces are linked by a formal garden and now house many famous works of art.

Take a day to stroll along the elegant streets of Vienna as you take in its pleasant character and celebrated Austrian heritage.

Exhibiting artwork ranging from Historicist to Contemporary, the Osterreichische, this gallery is a must for art enthusiasts.

Connected to the Podyji National Park in the Czech Republic, this park preserves the lush ecosystem of the Thaya river.

A 19C fairy-tale fort comprised of original castle sections scavenged from various European ruins, home to a local history museum.

Looming 65m high, the Vienna Ferris Wheel offers a breathtaking views of the city at a very slow and relaxed rotating pace.

Uniquely located at prince Eugene's former apartments, the museum of Baroque art has a very extensive and precious collection.

Decorated with carvings and expensive vibrantly colored frescoes, the Karlskirche is a must see.

Designed in classic French style, Schonbrun park features walking trails, a giant greenhouse and Europe's oldest zoo.

Situated on a crag overlooking the Danube, this 12C ruined stronghold offers great views of the river and the Wachau Valley.

St Stephen's Cathedral is an ancient symbolic monument in Vienna, well known for its elegantly carved stonework walls.

The Art Gallery located in the Academy of Fine Arts contains several Renaissance masterpieces and many Austrian paintings.

This impressive Renaissance style Opera House often features the most prestigious world-wide conductors and singers.

Behold beautiful white Lipizzaner stallions and stately riders at the oldest academy in the world dedicated to classical dressage.

Once considered the "European Capital of Culture," Graz boasts medieval architecture and more than a dozen museums.

Float on the river in a high-tech structure as you sip coffee or cocktails within this partially submerged dome of glass and steel.

Ultra-modern architecture co-exists harmoniously amid treasures of the past; here you can admire artistry from nearly every era.

Weapon enthusiasts will be keen to explore this haven of centuries-old spears, muskets, and more than 32,000 varieties of arms.

The place to be for shopping til you drop, these avenues bustle with open-air markets and trendy boutiques.

Dating to the 9C, this impressive and imposing stronghold retains aspects of its original construction and houses a history museum.

Situated in the area of Upper Styria, this national park is rich in mountainous beauty, limestone peaks, rushing rivers, and more.

This splendid Renaissance palace features arched windows and an arcaded courtyard. It hosts concerts and theatre in the summer.

Resembling a cross between a blue amphibian and spaceship, this contemporary art museum consistently exhibits challenging work.

One-of-a-kind funerary masterpiece fuses Austrian Baroque with Italian splendor, featuring dazzling frescoes and ornate carvings.

A hilltop park that was once a fortress, it boasts great views, a historic clock tower, castle ruins, and a concert stage.

Styria's oldest monastery, this 11C abbey is home to the world's largest monastic library, a neo-Gothic church, and two museums.

Refresh your senses in this urban park that features an ornate 19C French fountain and fortification walls lined with plants.

Get lost in a maze of narrow streets and alleys, discover the ancient beauty of Graz's Medieval Quarter.

Dating to the 17C, the armory houses a wealth of historic artifacts from suits of armor to weaponry, to other medieval warfare curios.

A sumptuous Baroque palace on a tree-lined estate houses 600 ceiling paintings, a coin museum, and Medieval to modern artwork.

Nicknamed "City of Culture in the South," Klagenfurt is a mix of impressive architecture and breathtaking natural wonders.

Wander through the beating heart of Klagenfurt, as you soak in the Renaissance palaces and ornately detailed courtyards.

Tastefully done and very pleasantly presented, this museum displays precious religious artwork from all artistic fields.

Featuring a majestic exterior, Klagenfurt's regional museum exhibits artifacts dating from the Ice Age up to modern times.

Klagenfurt's town square radiates the charming Renaissance style with high arched buildings and sumptuous courtyards.

Covering pastures, mountains, and woodland, this reserve offers great hiking trails, as well as superb glimpses of Austrian nature.

This Roman Catholic sanctuary dazzles the eye with a fresco-covered dome, as well as white and gold ornaments in its Baroque interior.

Uniquely situated in old air-raid shelters, this quirky mining museum exhibits history and as well as valuable local treasures.

With over a 150 minute architectural models of landmarks from around the world, this miniature park is a delight.

Thanks to the Schmieding glacier, Kaprun is beautiful all year round and home to the famed Alexander Einziger Weg pathway.

Explore the picturesque Alpine town of Kaprun and be captivated by the breathtaking views.

Austria's largest national park is home to the highest mountain in the country, and features spectacular natural landscapes.

Feel like you're in another world as you explore these incredible ice caves; don't forget to wear good shoes and warm clothes!

Dazzling visitors with its panoramic views, Untersberg showcases the breathtaking Salzburg basin all the way to the snow-peaked Alps.

Travel this 19C trail to see the mist-enshrouded beauty of Austria's highest waterfall, dropping 380 m into the Krimmler Ache river.

This skiing area boasts breath-taking mountain views on all sides. Enjoy your view of the tops via cable car.

Stretching for over 42km, the world's largest ice cave consists of several successive chambers, boasting unique stone formations.

Gaisberg summit sits 1,288m above the ground, and offers a captivating panoramic view of the entire Salzburg region.

Enjoy the breathtaking Alpine scenery from this unique viewing platform which stretches out over the edge of the mountain.

Tyrol's capital city has it all, from castles and a casino to winter sports, parks, historic churches, and plenty of museums.

Explore cultural traditions of centuries past in exhibits that range from everyday objects, to masks and costumes, to religious art.

Explore the historic heart of Innsbruck, from the beauty of the quintessential Gothic architecture and the sublime Alpine setting.

Hidden in this Gothic 16C church is the world famous Mausoleum of Emperor Maximilian, built at the height of Austrian decadence.

Dedicated to history and art from around the world, this excellent museum features artifacts and arwork from prehistory to today.

Comprised by 125 peaks reaching up and beyond 2,000 m, this majestic mountain range is the largest in the Northern Calcareous Alps.

Travel this 19C trail to see the mist-enshrouded beauty of Austria's highest waterfall, dropping 380 m into the Krimmler Ache river.

Visit the Silver Chapel built by Ferdinand II, and admire the beauty of the silver Madonna from which the church gets its name.

A monument to Olympic ski-jumping competitions, this modern structure by maverick architect Zaha Hadid offers spectacular views.

Explore how Ferdinand II converted Ambras Castle into this sublime Renaissance Palace, adorned with rare medieval portraits.

Discover the jewel of Innsbruck and marvel at the Renaissance palace of Empress Maria Theresa with its beautiful Baroque facade.

Austria's largest national park is home to the highest mountain in the country, and features spectacular natural landscapes.

Take a boat-ride on Austria's largest lake, lined with towns and surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Austrian alps.

The Maria Theresien Strasse offers unparalleled views of Innbruck's Old Town and Nordkette's slopes in a unique Baroque setting.

The Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum houses a mix of celebrated Dutch and Flemish artwork from the Gothic era

Experience the natural beauty of Austria's indigenous creatures and admire spectacular panoramic views of Innsbruck.

Rebuilt in the 1700s and decorated by the finest Rococo artists of the age, the basilica is rich in artistic architectural beauty.

This skiing area boasts breath-taking mountain views on all sides. Enjoy your view of the tops via cable car.

Enjoy a leisurely cable car ride up to the summit of this imposing mountain that towers above Innsbruck.

Visit this exceptionally beautiful 18C house, adorned with Rococo facing and archetypal Austrian architecture.

Considered the city's most iconic landmark, this 16C gold roof was buildt by Emperor Maximilian I in honor of his wedding.

The world famous jewelers Swarovski take their name from the breathtaking "Crystal World," just 15 minutes outside of Innsbruck.

A vast park featuring water activities, a petting zoo, playgrounds, diverse hiking trails, and several exhibits of peasant life.

Hugging the shore of freshwater Lake Constance, this terraced city features landmarks from the 13C-16C.

Stroll amid architecture from centuries past as you navigate the upper and lower town center, home to several historic churches.

The VLM boasts an extensive collection of religious and spiritually-inspired art from Romanesque and Gothic eras to the present.

Inside this bulb-shaped Baroque tower, the chapel features exquisite 14C frescoes and live chamber music.

Ride a cable car up to this Alpine mountain and enjoy spectacular views, hiking trails, and abundant flora and fauna.

With its narrow streets and golden domes, this unique city has a buzzing art scene, lively nightlife and heavenly food.

Situated on a hill overlooking the Salzach River, this large castle has many rooms to tour and a stupendous view of the Alps.

This terrace, perched high above the city, offers nice views of modern Salzburg, the ancient city center, and the evergreen Alps.

Stroll the city center and feel the authentic Austrian atmosphere, with historic buildings and winding narrow streets.

Narrowly built, but immensely popular, Getreidegasse street is lively and full of shops that need exploring.

Feel like you're in another world as you explore these incredible ice caves; don't forget to wear good shoes and warm clothes!

Dazzling visitors with its panoramic views, Untersberg showcases the breathtaking Salzburg basin all the way to the snow-peaked Alps.

Frequently played at by Mozart, this palace is simply breathtaking with ornate golden decorations and checkered marble floors.

Home to over 1,200 animals, this small zoo is set among lush hilly landscape and features large enclosures.

Renowned for its collection of art, Salzburg Museum Neue Residenz is also home to many rare archaeological artifacts.

Founded in 696 AD, you'll find many art treasures adorning the walls of this ancient and historic Austrian church.

Enjoy the breathtaking Alpine scenery from this unique viewing platform which stretches out over the edge of the mountain.

Stretching for over 42km, the world's largest ice cave consists of several successive chambers, boasting unique stone formations.

A natural history museum that will enchant children of all ages, with a 42-tank aquarium, space exhibit, and plenty of reptiles.

Commissioned by prince Wolf Dietrich, this palace is lavishly decorated with hand carved cherubs and French-style gardens.

With a fairy tale feel, the Volkskunde Museum exhibits popular folklore and traditional regional costumes across three floors.

Judengasse street holds many shops in its old medieval vaults. Wander the ancient Jewish Quarter built in the Middle Ages.

Austria's largest national park is home to the highest mountain in the country, and features spectacular natural landscapes.

This skiing area boasts breath-taking mountain views on all sides. Enjoy your view of the tops via cable car.

Known for its cultural and artistic history in Salzburg, this museum is located inside Prince Wolf-Dietrich's lavish old palace.

Once the summer home of an archbishop, this Italian style villa features enchanting fountains and gorgeous gardens.

Delicate Baroque arcades and hand carved rock walls adorn the chapel walls, while the outdoor cemetery has a touching surreal aura.

This enormous Baroque styel cathedral is lavishly decorated with costly paintings and imported marble.

Gaisberg summit sits 1,288m above the ground, and offers a captivating panoramic view of the entire Salzburg region.

Gorgeously set against the majestic Alps, this 11C fortress offers a tour of the weaponry, a falconry museum, and a medieval tavern.

Settled on both sides of the Danube River, Upper Austria's extravagant capital has sophisticated culture and a warm atmosphere

Lose yourself strolling along the winding roads, lined with pastel buildings, that make up the city center of Linz.

An excellent museum, home to art by renowned artists such as Picasso, Matisse, and many more.

Climb the lush green hill that offers breathtaking views of Linz. The hilltop holds an ancient church with elaborate architecture.

This once active and luxurious castle is now the home to an extensive museum and illustrious collection of art.

Feel like you're in another world as you explore these incredible ice caves; don't forget to wear good shoes and warm clothes!

Encompassing the most extensive forested area in Central Europe, this national park offers hiking, biking, and skiing trails.

Dating to the 8C, this church is the oldest in Austria, and was constructed by Charlemagne.

With impeccable interior design, the Church of the Great Seminary showcases some of the most beautiful architecture in the land.

A courtyard suited for royalty, stroll around this magnificent 13th century square, and admire the beautiful carved marble cherubs.

Lovingly called "the museum of the future," this eclectic museum offers an interactive way to experience new designs in technology.

Enjoy the breathtaking Alpine scenery from this unique viewing platform which stretches out over the edge of the mountain.

Styria's oldest monastery, this 11C abbey is home to the world's largest monastic library, a neo-Gothic church, and two museums.

Take a magical ride on this train through a succession of delightful fairytale installations, then visit a superb miniature of the city.

Dazzling visitors with its panoramic views, Untersberg showcases the breathtaking Salzburg basin all the way to the snow-peaked Alps.

Situated in the area of Upper Styria, this national park is rich in mountainous beauty, limestone peaks, rushing rivers, and more.