Austria is the winter sports capital of Europe. Austria is a landlocked Alpine country border with Switzerland , Liechtenstein , Italy , Germany , Hungary , Czech Republic , Slovenia and Slovakia.
You can find beautiful historic cities and villages also found your self hiking between in the magnificent scenery of the Alps.
There are 10 best places to travel in the Austria for travel nomad!!!
1.Vienna
Vienna is the Austria's cultural, economic, and political centre. With 1.7 million population , Vienna is the capital city of Austria.It has a rich history as the capital city of the monarchy and thus abundant historical buildings and museums.
Top Experiences: Schönbrunn Palace , St Stephen's Cathedral , Hofburg Palace , Schonbrunn Gardens , Tiergarten Schonbrunn , Rathaus , Vienna State Opera , Belvedere Museum .
2.Salzburg
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria .
Salzburg located in the central of Austria. Salzburg population is more than 1,50,000. Salzburg "Old Town", with its world famous baroque architecture.
Salzburg located in the central of Austria. Salzburg population is more than 1,50,000. Salzburg "Old Town", with its world famous baroque architecture.
Top Experiences: Take a stroll on Mönchsberg , DomQuartier Museum , Stiegl Brewery , Haus der Natur Museum , See Mozart's birthplace , Mirabell Gardens , Hellbrunn Palace , Hike up to Untersberg .
3.Innsbruck
With 1,20,000 population, Innsbruck is the capital city of provincial Tyrol . Innsbruck has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. Innsbruck well known for its sporting opportunities, especially alpine sports, as it is in the Alps and surrounded by mountains. Innsbruck also has largest ski resort in the Alpine.
Top Experiences: Altstadt von Innsbruck (Old town) , Ambras Castle , Imperial Palace , Innsbrucker Nordkettenbahnen , Hungerburg Funicular , Swarovski Kristallwelten , Bergisel Ski Jump , Alpine Zoo.
4.Graz
The roots of Graz can be traced back to Roman times, when a small fort was built where the city centre is today. With a population of 3,00,000 , Graz is the second-largest city in Austria. It has a rich history in education manifested by the number of universities in the city. More than 50,000 students study in Graz. The historic old town of Graz has been designated a World Heritage site.
Top Experiences: visit city centre , Lustbühel castle and grounds , Eggenberg Castle gardens , walk or a bike ride along the Mur , Enjoy the vista from Area 5 , botanical garden , Old Town Graz , The Styrian Armoury , Schlossberg and the Clock Tower ,
The Landhaus and Courtyard , Murinsel , Graz Art Museum , Graz Cathedral and Mausoleum , Mariatrost Basilica.
The Landhaus and Courtyard , Murinsel , Graz Art Museum , Graz Cathedral and Mausoleum , Mariatrost Basilica.
5.Eisenstadt
Eisenstadt is very small city. With population of 12,200 , Eisenstadt is the capital city of Burgenland in Austria . Eisenstadt is known for Eisenstadt-Oberberg houses the Bergkirche with the mausoleum of Joseph Haydn . This town can be explored by walking and all sights are seen though.
Top Experiences: Esterhazy Palace , Haydn Museum , Bergkirche , Landesmuseum Burgenland , Landesmuseum Burgenland , Schloss Park , Hauptstrabe , The Mausoleum of Haydn , Weinmuseum .
6.Klagenfurt
With population of 90,000 , Klagenfurt is the capital of Carinthia in Austria. Neuer Platz, in the centre of the city. The lindworm is the town's landmark. Every year the Beach Volleyball Grand Slam Tournament takes place at Wörthersee lake at the beginning of August.
Top Experiences: Hochosterwitz Castle , Neuer Platz and the Dragon Fountain , The Pilgrimage Church of Maria Saal , The Landhaus and the Emblem Halls , Wörthersee , Minimundus , Happ Reptile Zoo , Klagenfurt Cathedral , Pyramidenkogel Observation Tower , Alte Platz and the Town Halls .
7.Linz
Linz is the heart of Austria´s second strongest economic region. With population of 1,89,000 , Linz is the third largest city in Austria. Linz has very rich cultural life with numerous museums and festivals . Linz held every year a festival of electrical art called "Ars Electronica Festival" .
Top Experiences: Schlossmuseum Linz , Ars Electronica Center , St. Martin's Church , Lentos Art Museum , St. Florian Augustinian Abbey , The New Cathedral , Botanical Gardens , Voestalpine Steel World , Wilhering Abbey.
8.Villach
With population of 60,000 , Villach Villach is the second-largest city of Carinthia of Austria. It is quite an old city with roots back in Roman times . Villach is well-known for its carnival. Villach was heavily bombed during World War II.Surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery .
Top Experiences: Villach Main Square , Affenberg Zoo , Villach's Fine Churches , The Carinthia Relief Model , The Villach Alpine Road and the Dobratsch , Museum of the City of Villach and Finkenstein Castle , Warmbad Villach: Kärnten Therme , Lake Ossiach , Lake Faak , Villach Automotive Museum.
9.Steyr
Steyr is a town in Upper Austria, located at the confluence of the rivers Steyr and Enns. Steyr has a beautiful, historical city centre. On the main square there are many old buildings from different epochs, for example the Bummerlhaus, the town's landmark.If you stay near the city center, most interesting locations for tourists are in walking distance.
Top Experiences: Steyr Old Town , Bummerlhaus , Christkindl Church , Zwischenbrucken , Arbeitswelt Museum , Schloss Lamberg , Michaelerkirche , Stadtpfarrkirche Steyr , Schnallentor
10.Feldkirch
Feldkirch lies in the Rhein Valley bordering Liechtenstein to the south and Switzerland to the west. It is a historic city in Vorarlberg, Austria . It is nestled in a picturesque place where three valleys meet and includes a well preserved old town and the dominating edifice of the ancient Shattenburg Castle.
Top Experiences: Schattenburg Castle , The Katzenturm (Cat tower) , Feldkirch Wildpark , Drei Schwestern Mountain , Radio Museum Feldkirch , The Regional Courthouse , Marktgasse .
WHERE TO STAY in Feldkirch
QUICK FACTS AND TRAVEL TIPS
QUICK FACTS AND TRAVEL TIPS
QUICK FACTS ABOUT Austria?
Capital City?
Vienna
Currency?
Euro
Languages?
German
Where is this place?
located in southern part of Central Europe.
Best time to visit Austria?
during the shoulder seasons, between April and June, and September to October.
What is Austria famous for?
Austria is famous for its castles, palaces and buildings, among other architectural works.
How to get there?
Austria has several international airports throughout the country thus you can come to fly over from all over the world. You can also easily cross the borders from its neighboring countries (granted if this country is part of EU , you have the right visa or part of the EU) via train, buses, or by car.
Neighboring countries?
Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland.
DO YOU NEED A VISA FOR Austria ?
In order to enter Austria , U.S. and EU citizens do not need an entry permit (visa) to stay in Austria . other nationals require a visa in order to enter the Schengen Area or the Austrian territory.
Which destination do you consider the best place to visit in Austria ?
Feldkirch
Steyr
Villach
Linz
Klagenfurt
Eisenstadt
Graz
Innsbruck
Salzburg
Vienna
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