Vienna has the oldest zoo in the world and the first-time postcards were used in Austria only. Thanks to Austria’s small size you can travel all over the country which has fascinating and unique sites; ice caves, mines with slides and small underground trains, castles, palaces, alpine slides, beautiful lakes, cables cars, glaciers, waterfalls and zoo. Austrian cuisine is heavily influenced by those of south-east Europe especially Hungry, Serbia and Romania.

Austria is also known for its sweet pastries especially apple pie and chocolate cakes and the coffee here is known for its far excellence. It is the popular tourist destination, especially thanks to its winter sports options.

Main Attractions

Austria is famous for its castles, palaces and buildings among the other architectural works. Austria is one of the Europe's popular destinations which attracts the tourist year around. Some of the Austria's most famous castles include Festung Hohensalzburg, Burg Hohenwerfen, Castle Liechtenstein and the Schlob Artstetten. Austria is known for its mountain railways and train such as the Giselabahn. The capital Vienna, beckons with its rich musical history, plentiful cafes and more emphasis on the art. Don't give a miss to St Stephen’s cathedral with its fairy tales appearance. Many visitors while visiting Austria prefer to tour the country through train so they can see the beauty of Austrian alps, deep lakes and idyllic villages in one of the world's happiest countries. So, let's explore the main attraction in Austria which you will cherish lifelong with your family;

• KUNSTHAUS GRAZ ART MUSEUM
• SCHONBRUNN PALACE VIENNA
• HOFBURG IMPERIAL PALACE
• INNSBRUCKS HOFBURG AND HOFKIRCHE
• EAGLE’S NEST
• MELK BENEDICTINE ABBEY
• ST. STEPHENS CATHEDRAL
• STYRIAN ARMORY
• FORCHTENSTEIN CASTLE
• BELVEDERE PALACE VIENNA
• MEDIEVAL BURG HOCHOSTERWITZ
• MARIA SAAL CATHEDRAL
• KRIMMLER ACHE
• THE STYRIAN ARMOURY
• EISRIESENWELT
• THE GROSSGLOCKNER ROAD TO FRANZ- JOSEFS - HOHE

CUISINE

Austria is famous for its castles, palaces and buildings among other architectural works and its snow crowned Alps. Austrian cuisine is marked by rich flavors and meats and dense foods like pastries and bread. Austrian cuisine is full of flavor and authentic delicacy which will tempt your taste buds. Austrian delights that one must try when in this paradise. Austria is famous for its cuisine and delicacy that tempts tourist from different parts of the world every year.

Austria has its own specialities that makes Austrian cuisine a true melting pot of tastes and style. The Austrian capital has adopted specialities from around the world and made them their own. So, let's begin with the mouthwatering dishes which will present the culture of Austria by its cuisine; Wiener Schnitzel is the one of the national dishes which is yummy fried cuisine served with a side of fried potatoes, sour cream and onions.

This is iconic dish for vegetarian people must try. Vienna Sausage is the one of the top authentic Austrian foods that you must try. Apfelstrudel is a flaky pastry lined with apple filling Austrian delicacy love around the world and counted among their national food. Spargel is the world's most delicious green and white asparagus, invariablly prepared in creative, fresh ways.

Martinigans is the stuffed goose that is widely prepared in Austria as a traditional food on the occasion of St.Martin's Day. Austrian goulash is hugely popular in Vienna which is hearty beef stew seasoned with tomatoes, onion and paprika and includes dumplings. Tafelspitz dish is made with tender filet of beef boiled in broth, served with seasonal vegetables. Powidltascher is delicious plum jam turnover made with potato dough filled with combination of plum jam, then topped with mixture of breadcrumbs, butter and walnut. Buchteln is one of the delicious baked foods with sweet filling of jam one of the famous Austrian desserts you must try.

The Sacher Torte is considered the world’s famous chocolate cake you must try. Coffee is very popular in Vienna and usually served in variety of ways. Viennese hot chocolate is very rich served with heavy cream. Almdudler is an Austrian soft drink with a flavour that is based of mountain herbs and is considered Austria’s national drink. Vienna may be a landlocked country it doesn’t mean that it lacks in high quality seafood you can try lobster, tuna tartar, crab cake and ultra fresh fishes. So, friends Austria has diverse cuisine with something for all taste and moods that you can’t give a miss.

SHOPPING

Austria is a beautiful vacation destination with lovely weather, lots of sightseeing and large market for shopping. Austria’s capital of Vienna is along with getting more and more expensive, both culturally and musically is one of the richest cities in the world, and has a good, lively mix of cafes and bars, galleries, shops and street markets. Shopping in Austria will make you delighted, thanks to the vast variety of shopping streets and malls. So be ready to avail the magical experience of shopping in the land of Austria which is full of surprises and fun.

Swarovski Crystal have been producing luxury items and potable gift items from figurines to home decor, chandeliers, jewellery and sculptures. Euro Park mall is considered as one of the most favourite place among the travellers and the local where you can shop variety of things under one roof. Nasch market is a huge market serving dairy products in Vienna and you will get fruits and vegetables, spices, homemade pasta, different variety of pickles, bread, cheese and more.

Tostmaan Trachten is the right place to come for your regional Austrian Dirndl dresses. Tu Felix is rightfully regarded as the best place to buy bags, wallets, clothing, jewellery and antlers. Potters market is an annual held largest market in Tirol which features wonderful pieces of pottery from Austria and the neighbouring countries. Ludwig Reiter supplies a variety of high-quality sports and casual shoes, a selection of ladies handbags, hand-finished cases, sports bags and leather accessories.

If you are planning to take box of delicacies and sweet memories than make sure to visit Josef Manner’s Chocolate factory. There are numbers of breweries in Vienna where beer fans can buy brews made from traditional local recipes. Pumpkin seeds oil is speciality of the Austrian province of Styria, home to the world’s best pumpkin seeds. So, friends let's grab your tickets and cherish the beautiful country of Austria with family and friends. Don't wait Grab your phone and call our travel experts to get you best itineraries and deals.