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Vienna by train

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Discover Vienna

Vienna, Austria’s capital, is renowned for its imperial architecture, classical music, and coffeehouse culture. The opulent Hofburg and Schönbrunn Palaces reflect its Habsburg heritage, while St. Stephen's Cathedral is a Gothic masterpiece. The Ringstrasse boulevard is lined with grand buildings like the Vienna State Opera and art museums. Traditional coffeehouses offer a taste of Vienna’s cultural past, while parks like the Prater create green escapes. Vienna’s rich history in art and music, from Mozart to Klimt, makes it a captivating city.

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Austrian opulence

From Vienna’s cafés, follow the Semmering Railway to Graz and Salzburg, Mozart’s richly musical birthplace.
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Europe's Imperial Cities

Explore Europe’s imperial capitals by sleeper. Wander palaces, castles, and museums shaped by centuries of royal power.
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Austria's scenic railways

Cross Austria from west to east on scenic railways, including the Arlberg and Semmering lines, through valleys and Alpine passes.
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  • Schönbrunn Palace

    Pay a visit to the Schönbrunn Palace. The Habsburg’s residence’s huge size has to be seen to be believed; the building contains over 1440 rooms! The adjoining classical gardens are just as impressive.

  • Café Central

    Café Central, once frequented by Freud and Trotsky, is a key part of Vienna’s coffee house culture. Savour an Apfelstrudel, admire the grand interiors and enjoy the strains of live piano music.

  • The Hofburg

    The Hofburg, Vienna’s Imperial Palace, was home to the Habsburgs and now houses museums, gardens, the Spanish Riding School and more. Visit the Sisi Museum and Treasury, then relax in the Burggarten.

  • Jewish Museum

    Vienna's Jewish Museum honours the thousands of Austrian Jews killed in the Holocaust, but also celebrates the history and ongoing cultural contributions of the city's Jewish community.

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