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Historic Center of Vienna

Vienna, Austria (Innere Stadt)
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Ranked #1 of 258 attractions in Vienna
Type: Historic Sites
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Owner description: The historic centre of Vienna is rich in beautiful architecture, including Baroque castles and gardens, as well as the late-19th-century Ringstrasse... more » Owner description: The historic centre of Vienna is rich in beautiful architecture, including Baroque castles and gardens, as well as the late-19th-century Ringstrasse lined with grand buildings, monuments and parks. « less
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Bressanone, Italy
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59 reviews 59 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2013 NEW

If you like watches - downtown Vienna looks like a good place to stroll around. There are almost as many watch stores than in Zurich. The usual bunch of luxury shops is pretty much concentrated in one place. On a sunny day have a coffee or two and do some crowd watching. Anything from very strange to extra elegant ;-)

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

There was nothing to dislike every thing was worth looking at plus we had a wonderful guide, UTH, she was very good at telling the history of every thing and was with us at all times

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aberdeen
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Very historic,and interesting easy to get around with music most nights in Stephansplatz some shops have restaurants on the roof giving good all round views. The downside was it is very busy with tours and people like us, so could be difficult getting a table for coffee. We met a Danish man who had his wallet picked so be aware.

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Schonbrunn Palace and museum of arts and history worth seeing. Package avialble Euro 16 for 3 museum.

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Parsippany, New Jersey
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21 reviews 21 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Not to busy in May, lots of things to do. Walk around is a great thing, you should try the state opera

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London, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

A city well worth seeing. The architecture is nothing short of spectacular, there are a plethora of pavement cafes, bars and restaurants with food to suit all tastes - not cheap but as they say, location, location, location. Very atmospheric in the evening and great for people watching. No shortage of trips and tours for those who like to know... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

For those visiting Vienna we believe that the archiecture is superb, every street you walk along provides something lovely to look at.

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Toronto, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Probably the best capital I've visited in Europe. Majestic, green, huge spaces, high quality of life, beautiful arts and historical buildings, very kind and personable people.

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Boston
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Historic center of Vienna is booming, lovely, and an astonishing collection of pre-WWII buildings, architecture, art, music, museums and history. Not to be missed for a world traveller. Do not expect the Viennese or tour guides to discuss or to mea culpa their role in the rise of Hitler, Kristallnacht or other pivotal moments in the dark side of Vienna's... More

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Kings Lynn, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

A fascinating city. Try to walk round and get off the main tourist roads - the little alleyways and old houses are remarkable.

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