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Historic Center of Vienna

Vienna, Austria (Innere Stadt)
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Ranked #1 of 259 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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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
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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Montreal, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Take the up on up off bus the best way point the different places you want to visit. Don't miss Schönbrunn castle and St Stephen cathedral

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Manchester, Tennessee
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Just walking the Stephansplatz and Peters Platz area is so pretty with loads of shops and cafes. You can't miss getting some good food and ice cream. The various cathedrals/ churches allow for quiet visitation and you don't have to get a tour to appreciate beauty

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London, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Just wonder around and get lost off the main shopping streets. Especially behind the Cathedral. Duck into what looks like cobbled lane ways. Many of these have small shops and cafes you would miss otherwise.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Recomend it to everyone who would like to visit a great city.A lot of beautiful places , museums ' cofee shops' restaurants...shoping centers...all in one place.

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Nice, France
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

I found the city was beautiful but it doesn't really have the charater of other European cities, in take it is very structured and the roads are massive not that pedestrian friendly in some respects.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Lovely historical buildings great atmosphere and places to eat. It is a wonderful place to stroll around and have a drink or a coffee!

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