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No country waltzes so effortlessly between urban and outdoors as Austria. One day you're cresting alpine summits, the next you're swanning around imperial Vienna.

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Attraction in The Danube Valley
Stift Melk
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Attraction in Innsbruck
Schloss Ambras
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Attraction in Vienna
Staatsoper
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Attraction in Salzburg
Schloss Hellbrunn
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Stephansdom
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Attraction in Salzburg
Festung Hohensalzburg
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Attraction in Vienna
Rathaus
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Attraction in Vienna
Mozarthaus Vienna

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Best Things to Do

Mountain drives, epic slopes, cozy coffee houses, dramatic palaces – read on for our take on the 10 best things to do in Austria.

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Best Time to Visit

Snowcapped mountains, swimmable lakes, cultural festivals and unique traditions make exploring Austria a joy to visit at any time of year.

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Things to Know

From mountain peaks to cultured cities, Austria offers activities galore for nature, sports and art lovers. Here's all you need to know about getting a visa.

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Transportation

This is your ultimate guide to getting around amazing Austria, from high-speed trains and buses to cable cars and bikes.

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Visa Requirements

From mountain peaks to cultured cities, Austria offers activities galore for nature, sports and art lovers. Here's all you need to know about getting a visa.

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Best Road Trips

Enjoy the freedom of the open road and landscapes that will leave you breathless on these top driving routes in Austria.

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Money and Costs

Dodging Vienna's tourist traps and making the most of the Austrian capital on a tight budget is easy when you know how. Read on to learn how to see Klimt…

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Traveling with Kids

Vienna might not be the obvious family travel destination, but there is plenty here to entertain the kids.

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5 Shops

Picture the glow of Medieval squares illuminated by thousands of sparkling lights. Imagine gingerbread-style stalls where artisans offer traditional…

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