City Break Getaways to Vienna

City Break Getaways to Vienna - A fabulous wealth of art and history
Vienna has to be one of the continent's most visually attractive cities and offers untold riches in art, history and culture. The Habsburg Dynasty, which at one time ruled over much of central Europe, has left a telling legacy of sumptuous baroque palaces, majestic churches and scenic landscaped parks and gardens. A city break getaway to Vienna should definitely explore the breathtaking Schonnbrunn Palace which also boasts the world's oldest zoo. The exquisite Hofburg Palace and the cathedral of St Stephen are other essential stops for lovers of history. Vienna also has some of the most eyes catching modern architecture too. Hundertwasserhaus is a jaw dropping cocktail of exuberant colour and indulgent design that simply must be seen.

City Break Getaways to Vienna - The home of classical music
Since the early 17th century the classical music world has revolved around Vienna and still remains the Holy Grail for all serious high brow music fans. It can boast numerous world famous opera houses, five renowned orchestras and the iconic Vienna boy’s choir which is always the hottest ticket in town. Twice yearly Vienna hosts internationally acclaimed music festivals culminating in a festive season of sumptuous masked balls and gala events. A city break to Vienna at this time is an irresistible proposition filled with timeless elegance and glamour. Elsewhere the most enchanting activity has to be a visit to the Spanish Riding School and the graceful Lippizaner horses. These majestic thoroughbreds are a delight and offer flawless equine choreography that makes for perfect family entertainment.

City Break Getaways to Vienna - Great fun to be had for families
After all this inspiring art and culture make time for the kids and head to historic Prater Park, one of Europe's original theme parks. It provides a day of unadulterated fun with a world famous ferris wheel, rollercoaster’s, traditional funfair rides and Austria's largest disco, housed in gigantic dome. Further fun can be enjoyed at the Zoom children's museum with a veritable feast of hands on exhibits and experiments in art, science and music making. A short break to Vienna should give you enough time to browse for colourful Austrian gifts and goodies or explore the city's arty districts for outlandish fashions and trendy home wares. Upmarket Mariahilferstrasse is the place to be for self conscious fashionistas with a plethora of classy boutiques and galleries.