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Historic Center of Vienna

Vienna, Austria (Innere Stadt)
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Ranked #1 of 259 attractions in Vienna
Type: Historic Sites
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Owner description: The historic centre of Vienna is rich in beautiful architecture, including Baroque castles and gardens, as well as the late-19th-century Ringstrasse... more » Owner description: The historic centre of Vienna is rich in beautiful architecture, including Baroque castles and gardens, as well as the late-19th-century Ringstrasse lined with grand buildings, monuments and parks. « less
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Manchester, Tennessee
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Just walking the Stephansplatz and Peters Platz area is so pretty with loads of shops and cafes. You can't miss getting some good food and ice cream. The various cathedrals/ churches allow for quiet visitation and you don't have to get a tour to appreciate beauty

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London, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Just wonder around and get lost off the main shopping streets. Especially behind the Cathedral. Duck into what looks like cobbled lane ways. Many of these have small shops and cafes you would miss otherwise.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Recomend it to everyone who would like to visit a great city.A lot of beautiful places , museums ' cofee shops' restaurants...shoping centers...all in one place.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Lovely historical buildings great atmosphere and places to eat. It is a wonderful place to stroll around and have a drink or a coffee!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We walked the area and then decided to take a half hour carriage ride around the Historic District. We rode under the arches and covered a lot of ground that we would not have seen if we had to walk the entire area. The carriage ride was a nice change of pace and a treat to tired feet.

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Ashburn
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We hit most every major sight in Vienna. Everything from the palaces to the museums was terrific. Lots of shops if you like that stuff, easy walking, great food, very clean.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Our first trip to Vienna and I have to agree it is one of the most beautiful and green cities I have seen. The Center is easy to get to and most sights are walkable to or take the tram and hop off and on. Very clean and safe and lots to see and do. The Austrians seem to invest... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

If you want to go back to Sissi's time visit the Historic Center of Vienna. Go in to Saint Stephan Church a magnificent building and afterwards have a piece of Sacher Torte at the Racher Hotel by the Opera.

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Take advantage of the pedestrian friendly historic centre and of the free concerts. Make sure to have a coffee and cake. It is a must in Vienna. No one does cake and coffee better!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

1) wien ticket: According to your circumstances and how much sight seeing you will Do and use of the u-bahn, trams and busses. I am a walking disabled Person, so for 15 euro (disabled get same reductions)I bought a week ticket and the Wien-card for my wife .For a 72hr stay visiting Belveder , schonnbrunn, and other Museums a very... More

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