Weekends in Vienna

Weekends in Vienna - A true classical city in every sense
Spending a weekend in Vienna is ample time to soak up its unique atmosphere of classical history and art as it is compact enough to explore with ease on foot. Alternatively a whistle stop tour of its major landmarks can be enjoyed from the comfort of an open top bus or a romantic cruise along the Danube. One of the most elegant cities in Europe, Vienna is also a vibrant place showcasing the very best of modern, functional architecture and offers colourful contrasts of style. Visitors on a weekend in Vienna can admire the spectacular imperial palaces such as Schonbrunn while the many avant garde waterfront apartment blocks are more than a match for the Gaudi creations of Barcelona and are true works of art in their own right.

Vienna Weekends - Heaven for music lovers
Weekends in Vienna are often devoted purely to the enjoyment of the arts and the city has a very special place in the hearts of serious opera and classical music fans. With two world famous orchestras and numerous concert halls and the invaluable legacy of Mozart and Strauss, Vienna is without doubt the premier destination for live cultural performances. This is further enhanced with the spectacular festive season of concerts and waltzes which retain an air of glamour and elegance of the past. More modern entertainment is just as accessible with a vibrant collection of bars and clubs satisfying the demands of its youthful population. Live music venues abound in the city offering up everything from jazz, folk and rock music.

Weekends in Vienna - Sample delicious Viennese cuisine
Eating out in the city is a real pleasure and Vienna is filled with elegant dining establishments often housed in beautifully restored historic buildings. Weekend breaks in Vienna should sample the delightful breads and pastries that are rightfully world famous and which compliment a dizzying array of delicious street snacks containing a variety of rich flavours. Shoppers will find many chic boutiques and department stores offering up all manner of designer labels and gifts for every possible budget and streets filled with vibrant markets which are especially atmospheric during the festival season. Summer city breaks in Vienna will make the most of the crisp Austrian sunshine and thrill to the sounds of open air concerts and carnival funfairs. A stay in Vienna offers a most relaxing, easy going city that will reinvigorate a love of the arts.