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Vienna

   -- The City of Waltzes and Classical Music
The sparkling capital of Austria

Vienna, the sparkling capital of the Republic of Austria, is the city of waltzes and classical music. Musical genius Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) and inventor of the symphony Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) lived in Vienna until their death. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-91) lived here from 1784 to 1787. Franz Schubert was born in this city. Another genius Johann Strauss (1825-99) lived in Vienna from 1863 to 1870 where he composed his famous "Blue Danube Waltz".

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Historic and tourist attractions

Vienna attracts worldwide visitors every year because of its historical buildings, museums and galleries. The lovely Schoenbrunn Palace and its spectacular gardens, the Hofburg Palace, the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Art), and St. Stephen's Cathedral are some historical attractions. Visitors also enjoy classical music, opera and ballet performed in some of the world leading opera houses and theaters. And the famous Vienna Woods and beautiful parks along the Danube are sightseeing destinations in this lovely city.

Getting there - Airlines reservation

You can reach Vienna by airplane. All major airlines provide discount flight services to Vienna Airport from the United States, Canada and international cities.

Getting around - Car Rental

Major Car Rental companies offers rental car services to Vienna Airport. You can make reservation online to get discount rental car at Vienna Airport for your vacation.

Vienna Luxury Hotels

As Austria top travel destination, Vienna offers travelers many luxury hotels with modern facilities and amenities, as well as exceptional service. Grand Hotel Wien Vienna, Atlantis Hotel Vienna, Hotel De France Vienna, Hotel Erzherzog Rainer Vienna, Hotel President Vienna, Lc Hotel Imperial Vienna, Kaiserpark Schoenbrunn Hotel Vienna, Le Meridien Wien Hotel Vienna, Radisson SAS Palais Vienna, Airporthotel Vienna hotel, Austria Trend Hotel Anatol Vienna, Best Western Hotel Harmonie Vienna, Dorint AM Europaplatz Vienna, Holiday Inn City Hotel Vienna, Hotel Rathauspark Vienna, Tourotel Mariahilf Hotel Vienna, Haydn Hotel Vienna, Hotel Kummer Vienna, Dorint Biedermeier Hotel Vienna, K+K Hotel Maria Theresia Vienna, are some of the 4-5 stars luxury or 3-star first class Vienna hotels.

Lc Hotel Imperial, built in 1873 and remodeled in 2000, is a 5-star plus hotel located in the center of Vienna. The Hotel Imperial is one of Vienna's most cherished treasures, especially since earning the distinction of being named the Conde Nast Travelers 2002 Gold List and being named a Conde Nast Traveler 2001 Reader's Choice Award Winner. For a century, this architectural landmark and symbol of hospitality has received the citys most distinguished visitors. An original Wuttemberg Palace, inaugurated in 1873 by Emporor Franz Josef 1, the Hotel Imperial architectural detailing exampflies Vienna own ringstrasse style. Richly appointed guest rooms, exceptional service, and the outstanding Restaurant Imperial makes the Hotel Imperial an unparalled luxury experience.

The Hotel de France is a five-star, luxury hotel located in the center of Vienna, on the famous Ringstrasse, one of the most beautiful boulevards in the world. Originally built in 1872, the hotel was thoroughly refurbished and modernized in 1988. After 130 years, the Hotel de France is still delighted to welcome guests from all over the world. The hotel is ideally situated near the traditional shopping area of Kohlmarkt, Kartnerstrasse and Graben. The Hotel de France has two onsite restaurants, a souvenir shop and an onsite foreign language cinema. Area attractions within walking distance include the Spanish Riding School, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg, the State Opera and Schonbrunn Palace.

The Radisson SAS Palais Hotel is a luxury hotel located 11 miles from the Wien-Schwechat Airport in the heart of Vienna. The Radisson SAS Palais Hotel is situated right in the heart of Vienna on the historic Parkring, across the road from the Stadtpark, which is the home of the gilded Johann Strauss monument. Just a short distance away by foot, you will find famous attractions such as the State Opera, the Stephansdom and Vienna's fashionable shopping district. At the end of the 20th century the two former palaces were carefully incorporated into today's elegant 5 star hotel, offering all modern facilities and amenities.

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Lc Hotel Imperial, Vienna

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Kaiserpark Schoenbrunn Hotel

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Vienna travel - Imperial Palace, Vienna
Imperial Palace, Vienna

Vienna tourist attractions - Museum Of Fine Arts
Vienna Museum Of Fine Arts

Vienna travel - Johannes Strauss Monument, Vienna
Johannes Strauss Monument, Vienna

Vienna vacation - The Ballroom
The Ballroom, Vienna




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