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Vienna is uniquely known as a city for the young, the carefree, and the intellectually self-challenging. But this is just one of the many facades of this city. Vienna is a city alive with activity, dynamic, frolicking, and rocking. With independent labels, cult-status underground record stores, a vibrant club scene, and multitudes of street performers, the lifestyle here has evolved into a truly electrifying experience for all classes of people.

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What to do with Children in Tow

Although Vienna is generally a city for grown-ups - intellectuals, thinkers, and artists - it also caters to children, of all ages and sizes. The numerous festivals around the city are enjoyed by the general population, and the many monuments and parks are frequented by local and visiting families everyday in large numbers.This is why many of the tour guides in the city have special packages for families, where an involving and entertaining experience for the whole family is catered to.

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Naschmarkt

Vienna's most popular market, specializing in fresh fruit and vegetables, herbs, cheese, baked goods, and meat. Also has a lot of small restaurants. Every Saturday, a bustling flea market is held.

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Mariahilfer Strabe

Vienna's largest shopping street, ranging from the most expensive luxuries to items of daily use.

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Albertina Museum

This is one of the world's largest and most important museums. It contains 60,000 drawings and one million prints and is home to a vast collection of modern graphic works as well.

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The Burgtheater

One of the most prominent German language theaters in the world, this is the Austrian National Theater in Vienna. The performers have developed a typical style and speech that is uniquely their own.

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Der Graben

This is one of the most famous streets in the Innere Stadt District. Stretching from Stock-im-Eisen-Platz near the Palais Equitable to where Kohlmarkt and Tuchlauben meet, this street,due to its location and size, is famous for its year round market and its suitability for festivals and processions.

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Hofburg Imperial Palace

Has housed a lot of the people influential in Austrian history, including the Habsburg dynasty, and is currently the official residence of the President of Austria. Contains, among other interesting spots, chapels (Hofkapelle, Hofmusikkapelle, Burgkapelle), museums (the Naturhistorisches Museum & Kunsthistorisches Museum), the Imperial Library, state treasury, the national theatre(Burgtheater), riding school (Hofreitschule), and the horse stables (the Stallburg and Hofstallungen).

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Imperial Crypt

Situated below the Capuchins'church (the Church of St. Mary of the Angels) and monastery, on the Neue Markt square, near the Hofburg Imperial Palace, the Imperial Crypt has been the customary burial place of the emperors and dukes of the Austrian Empires since the early 17 th century.

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Naturhistorisches

The Naturhistorisches Museum or NHMW is one of the important museums of the world. Here one can find a collection of artifacts which are over 250 years old. Rare fossils and pre-historic works of art are some of the items exhibited here.

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Maria am Gestade

Also known as St Mary on the Strand, this church is among Vienna's oldest surviving buildings and is an example of Gothic-styled architecture. It is situated near the Danube Canal; a branch of the river Danube. It is associated with the Czech community.

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Halal restaurants in Vienna

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Frank's (American)

Modern and fashionable restaurant/bar with a mixture of surf 'n' turf dishes, pasta, pizzas and sandwiches. High standard cooking with mouth-watering desserts which include several types of waffles and cheesecake, will leave you longing for more. The US version of Miller and Budweiser along with a good selection of local beers is also available.

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Ra'mien (Chinese)

Fashionable design, style, and reasonably priced dishes combine to make Ra'mien Vienna's hippest noodle bar. La Mien with seafood and flying noodles with curry and mince meat as the special lunchtime dishes are recommended. Dinner options - from a seasonal menu card - are altogether more expensive. A downstairs lounge club (popular with the locals) is open until 4am.

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Unkai (Japanese)

Situated in one of Vienna's most elegant hotels, The Grand, Unkai offers tantalizing, award winning Japanese cuisine. You'll be spoilt for choice with the wide variety of dishes that the restaurant has to offer. That or the a la carte menu, either way, Unkai's offerings are sure to please those with a taste of class!

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Bel Etage (French)

Located near the extravagant surroundings of the Hotel De France, the Bel Etage offers a wide mix of Austrian and French cuisines. It may be a wee bit upscale but then you're assured of five-star standard.

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Demi-Tass (Indian)

Calling Demi-Tass the "best Indian restaurant in town" would be no exaggeration. The restaurant itself is not too large in terms of size, but the space is well-utilized. The place is richly decorated in pleasant themes; service is quick, very professional, polite and efficient. The menu has a large variety to choose from, listing standard curries, kormas and vindaloos, and the mouthwatering chef's specials. Prices are high, but the food is excellent. Highly recommended for people who like their curries spicy.

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Bayou (Now Blue Plate, American)

Bringing the taste of New Orleans to the city of Vienna, Bayou is the place you would want to hit if you fancy European food and spices with the flavors of Africa and America, staples such as Creole hot sausage, crawfish bisque, chicken jambalaya and seafood gumbo, alongside a weekly specials menu, yummy puddings (which include mango flan and pecan pie) and an excellent selection of well-made cocktails. Good value, with a cordial and casual atmosphere.

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Indochine 21 (French/Vietnamese)

Swanky French/Vietnamese inspired restaurant, probably leading the Asian restaurant chain in Vienna. Well-executed and authentic dishes, an ambience of colonial inspired setting, and the best cocktails in town provide a uniquely memorable dining experience.

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Akakiko (Japanese)

A Japanese restaurant serving pretty good quality food. That ranges from fresh sushi, teepan, tempura and a variety of dainty bento boxes. If you're not a marine food enthusiast, you can go for the many meat/poultry dishes offered, or a selection of vegetarian sushi.

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Yugetsu (Japanese)

This is another hotshot location for Japanese food right in the very center of the Inner City (Innere Stadt), near to the Staatsoper. This well-established restaurant specializes mainly in fish dishes. The sushi and teppen yaki (served upstairs) are particularly noteworthy, while prices are pretty ok for such swanky delights.

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Che (Latin American/Caribbean)

The cocktails offered here are not the only reasons for you to visit this place. The restaurant itself is the best option to go for when you want to eat and dance while listening to lively music, all at the same time! Mixing Latin American and Caribbean cuisines to cater to your taste buds, and lively music to cater to your soul, the restaurant is alive till early hours. The service here is polite, and prices are pretty good.

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Where to stay in Vienna

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Hotel Imperial

The pulse of the 'heart of Vienna', located in the famous Ringstrasse area with the Musikverein Concert Hall next door, this elegant Hotel was built as the Prince of Wurtemberg Palace in 1869 and refurbished as a hotel in 1873. It is walking distance from St Stephen's Cathedral. Renowned for its subtle, yet perfected service standards, here tradition lives on in the tasteful interiors, the ceiling frescoes, masterpieces adorning the walls, the aroma of the coffee house used for a hundred years by authors to script their legends. There is elegance, variety and charm in each of the 138 rooms and suites and butler service provided in the exquisite suite range. A glamorous venue for conferences, meetings and celebrations for up to 250 guests, the hotel is equipped with all modern amenities. It hosts famous state visitors and even the most experienced travelers find this hotel truly enchanting.

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Palais Coburg

This unique hotel situated in the heart of the city is the first new five star hotel Vienna has produced in the past ten years. This was once a royal residence built by Duke Ferdinand of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha in 1840-45. It blends six centuries of history in its exquisite architectural style while shaping the future with detailed attention to modern conveniences. The result is a truly special luxury boutique hotel with only 35 suites. These suites retain the grandeur of the past with all the comforts of a luxury hotel including a small kitchenette, flat screen TV and free wireless internet access. On the top floor of the hotel is a world standard spa, pool and a gym. There are nine function rooms. Amongst the eateries, the Restaurant Coburg is one of Vienna's finest. There is a bar and Garden Pavillion for lighter meals. On the ground floor is the famous Wine Archive, from where guests can not only buy from a formidable choice of the finest wines but also from other famous Austrian products for example the Alois Golles fruit vinegars.

Grand Hotel Wien

Grand Hotel Wien

The epitome of modern technology and comfort, keeping the highest standards in luxury, style and taste, many prefer the seven storey Grand Wien to the more traditional hotels in Vienna. At the epi-centre of Viennese social life, it is located on Karntner Ring, walking distance from the Vienna State opera, the Karntner Strasse and the St Stephen's Cathedral.

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Hotel Ambassador

Situated in the center of the city, this hotel was once a warehouse. Today it is five star luxurious hotel which has inspired many writers artists and politicians in the course of its history. Mark Twain, Marlene Dietrich and Theodore Roosevelt are believed to have been guests here. Its location is perfect, allowing guests to relax and enjoy Viennese culture and feel. With the famous shopping street, Karntner Strasse, on one side and Neuer Market on the other, between Vienna State Opera and St Stephen's Cathedral with Donner Fountain in front, there is never a dull moment.

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Hotel Bristol

Well located, next to The Vienna State Opera, adjacent to the Karntner Strasse, this Hotel was built in 1892. It blends beautiful fine art and antiques with stylishly done interiors; gilt framed long mirrors in every landing of the impressive large stairways, marble columns, brass pots with palm plants in the lobby giving privacy to guests while they read newspapers in a language of their choice, an Executive Floor with English style cherry wood paneling, a business studio with the same elegance. Wing Back chairs, leather arm chairs, luxurious fabrics and star shaped ceiling, pale wooden furnishing and black geometric inlays all add to the Art Nouveou look.

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Hotel Bellevue

The Bellevue, a 4 star hotel, is another of Austria's historic hotels which was built in 1873, at the same time as the Franz-Josefs Bahnhof Railway Station, probably to accommodate passengers. It is on a busy street corner and, like the Flatiron Building of Manhattan, it has a wedge shape position. It is opposite the station, close to the Underground U 4 station, and also near one of the most beautiful Baroque palaces of Vienna, the Liectenstein Palace. In 1983, the hotel was renovated quite extensively and a modern wing was added. Today there are 160 non-smoking rooms, nicely furnished, clean, well maintained and in contemporary style. On request one can book special family rooms. High speed internet is provided free of charge in all deluxe rooms. Each air conditioned room has a radio, minibar, satellite and pay TV, safe and dryer. The hotel has one restaurant, a coffee bar, two conference rooms for up to 50 guests and four banqueting rooms.

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Hotel Prinz Eugen

Very close to the Belvedere Palace, this 4 star hotel is on the Gurtel in the embassy district, opposite the Southern Train Station hence with easy access to the city centre, airport or other places of interest in Vienna. Part of the Intercontinental chain it is a good place to begin exploration of this amazing city.

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Hotel Royal

Hotel Royal began as a pilgrim hostel in 1566, was burned down in the Second World War, and reopened in 1960. Situated in a quiet area in the heart of Vienna, very close to the famous St. Stephan's Cathedral, on the most famous shopping street Graben, Karntnerstrabe and Kohlmarkt, this nine-storey hotel has a feel of an old Italian Palazzo in its architecture, in its tastefully done rooms, in the great varieties of pasta in the big Tuscan kitchen, and in its warm hospitality and levels of service. Vienna's oldest specialty Italian restaurant is in this hotel under separate management, with a large collection of Vienna's famous Chianti and other rare wines. The rooftop restaurant gives a panoramic view of the cities highlights. In the lobby is the piano on which Wagner composed his famous Die Mestersinger von Nurnberg.

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Hotel Opernring

This 4 star Hotel has its name because of its outstanding location on the Opern ring, across the world famous opera house and Vienna's conference center. It has the Ringstrasse architectural style. Recently refurnished and renovated,it now has a pleasant look and feel with comfortable interiors. The rooms are spacious and bright with all modern amenities like data ports, safe, mini bar, internet, TV, etc. There are 35 rooms with double glazed windows to cut down the street noise level. Both smoking and non smoking rooms are available, with some able to accommodate larger families. There is a separate breakfast room. The reception may be cramped, but the lounge with large bay windows overlooking the central Vienna area, has warmth and is spacious. Pets are allowed in this hotel.

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Hotel Am Parkring

On the Ring with a beautiful park across, this hotel was built in 1962, in front of the North East wing of Palais Coburg. The 4 star Hotel is in the top three floors of 'Gartenbauhochhaus', a famous office building. It has a spectacular view of the city from all the bedroom windows, inspiring many artists and celebrities, along with tourists and business travelers. It is located close to theater, ballet and opera performances The Prater amusement park is only one km away as is the Prater Museum. It is stylish and charming. It has a specialty Viennese cuisine restaurant on the rooftop. There are 58 smoking and nonsmoking rooms in this Best Western Property which are clean, standard but not spectacular. They have attached functional bathrooms, most with tubs. In 2002, 18 units were renovated with new bathrooms. The single rooms are somewhat small and may have only sofa beds in some.

History and today in Vienna

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When to go

When to go

Vienna is a very happening city, alive all year round. Festivities and artistic performances are a common and popular sight anytime of the year.

Fast Facts

Fast Facts

-Location: Vienna, State Capital of Austria. Dialing code; 00 43 1: (e.g. 00 43 1 XXX-XXXX); Emergency numbers: European emergency call number: 112 Police: 133 Ambulances: 144 Firefighters: 122

Exchange Rates

Exchange Rates

The currency previously used was the Austrian Schilling (ATS),

Public Holidays

Public Holidays

Jan 1 New Year's Day: Jan 6 Epiphany March/April Good Friday; March/April Easter Sunday: May 1 Labor Day May 21 Ascension May 31 Pentecost Sunday June 1 Pentecost Monday Jun 11 Corpus Christi Aug 15 Assumption of Mary Oct 26 National Day Nov 1 All Saints Day Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Dec 24 Christmas Eve Dec 25 Christmas Day Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Dec 31 New Year's Eve

Vienna Residents

Vienna Residents

Vienna has a truly diverse mix of people, whether they are classified on the basis of religion, ethnicity, nationality, age, or interests. Where you can find groups of old timers dozing off to the tunes of Mozart and Beethoven in a coffee house on a street corner, you can also find energetic youth dancing to heart-thumping electronic music.

Vienna today

Vienna today

Vienna is uniquely known as a city for the young, the carefree, and the intellectually self-challenging. But this is just one of the many facades of this city. Vienna is a city alive with activity, dynamic, frolicking, and rocking. With independent labels, cult-status underground record stores, a vibrant club scene, and multitudes of street performers, the lifestyle here has evolved into a truly electrifying experience for all classes of people.

Vienna History

Vienna History

Vienna is quite an ancient city. It was founded around 500 BC as a settlement for the Celts. In the first century BC, Vienna became the Roman frontier city, guarding the Old Roman Empire against the barbaric Germanic tribes from the north. Vienna was the center of the Babenberg Dynasty during the Medieval Period. In 1440 it was chosen as the royal residence city of the Habsburg dynasties, and from here it eventually expanded in size and importance to become the capital city of the Holy Roman Empire. Relics from the Roman era are still recognizable in the present day city center, including statues, monuments, and churches.

Useful information

Shopping

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Ringstrassengalerien

The Ringstrassengalerien is a shopper's delight, offering stores with some famous names. It is located close to some of Vienna's most prestigious hotels. It is popular for the latest in fashion, ranging from Adidas to Versace, and about two hundred more brands. This shopping mall is for those who believe in buying their dream brands at a dream location. Also contains cafes, jewelry stores, bars, and an ample parking space for 750 vehicles.

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Das mobel - Das geschaft shop

Located between Naschmarkt and the Museumsquartier, this large furniture market is where you can find many pieces of furniture and other accessories from all over the world.

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Juwelier Wempe

This store is quite popular for its sensational choice of quality jewelry. Beside German and Swiss watch brands A. Lange & Sohne and Cartier you can also get the latest jewelry right out of a local Vienna workshop. Goods are also made to order.

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Juwelier Horwath

This shop is situated in the busy city center of Vienna. It has white and yellow gold jewelry in 14 and 18 carat gold. Besides gold, it also offers exquisite pearl jewelry, Tahiti or Japanese cultured pearl necklaces. It also offers a diverse range of elegant watches at varying prices for all types of buyers.

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Zak Schuhmoden

This popular shoe store was founded in 1912 by Thomas Zak, and is now owned by his fourth generation. Almost all their shoes are framed, sewed and stitched by hand, which makes them even more elegant. This makes them very popular; shoes are also exported to the rest of the world. Women's shoes of labels like Sergio Rossi, Ungaro, Baldinini and Casadei are also available. Other leather accessories like bags and belts are also available.

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Flagship Stores:

On the exclusive Kohlmarkt (1st district) you will find the magnificent flagship stores of

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Donauzentrum

This shopping mall contains more than 200 shops, service centers and restaurants, and is frequented by hundreds of people every day. Visit this mall to shop, socialize, and eat your heart out. Fashion, computer accessories, music CD's, DVD's, books, jewelry, toys and lots of other shopping options await you at this moderately-priced mall.

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Brunnenmarkt

The Brunnenmarkt has a uniquely distinguishable Turkish/Balkan/Oriental flavor. Popular with locals and tourists alike, it contains stalls selling fruits and vegetables, meat, beautiful handmade arts/crafts and a large variety of ethic cuisine, at very low prices.

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Flohmarkt

This is rated as one of the best and most-established flea markets in Europe. If you don't have anything better to do on a Saturday, or if you want great deals on other people's junk that you find useful, head to the Flohmarkt on Saturdays between 6am-4pm.

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Souvenir Shopping

When it comes to shopping for souvenirs, your options would be virtually endless. From ‘Mozart’ T-shirts and cocoa laden treats to fine porcelain and top quality crystal, the variety of souvenirs available around the various shopping districts is endless.

Signature sights in Vienna

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Vienna State Opera

One of the most important opera houses and opera companies in the world. Price of a ticket can be quite high, but it is wildly sought, as the performances are worth it. The Vienna Opera Ball takes place here.

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Stadtpark

Viennese City Park which extends from the Parkring in the First District of Vienna up to the Heumarkt, a street in the Third District, spanning a total area of 65,000m².

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Wiener Prater

Former imperial hunting grounds for the royal family. Contains a large amusement park, known as the Volksprater ("People's Prater"), believed to be the oldest "modern" amusement park in the world, which has the much famed giant Ferris wheel ('Riesenrad'). Public entry into the Prater is free of cost while the costs of individual attractions vary from 1 euro to 10 euro.

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Augarten Park

Smaller park than the Weiner Prater, but unique in its own way. Home of the Vienna Boys' Choir.

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Belvedere Palace

Complex of 18th century castles and gardens. Expansive spaces, truly magnificent views, and astounding architecture.

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Museumsquartier

60,000 m² large area, contains baroque buildings as well as samples of modern architecture. Houses installations from large art museums like the Leopold Museum and the MUMOK (Museum of Modern Art Ludwig Foundation Vienna). It also houses the Tanzquartier, a well-built centre for dance, the Architektur Zentrum Wien and other art-related attractions.

Festivals and events in Vienna

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New Year concerts

Conducted by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, this is a concert of classical and lively yet nostalgic, orchestral music that is held every year on the morning of the first of January in Vienna. It is broadcast by television and radio networks to an estimated audience of around one billion in 44 countries around the globe.

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Shrovetide Carnival (known as Fasching in Austria)

This Roman Catholic carnival marking the return of spring is celebrated actively in German-speaking countries. There are many regional differences concerning the name, duration, and activities of the carnival, but there are always dances, processions through the streets, and masquerades.

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Wien Wienle (Film Festival in Vienna)

If you are crazy about opera, this is a brilliant show for you. The Film Festival in front of the Vienna City Hall screens a different film related to operas, on a gigantic screen every night. Entrance is absolutely free, and a variety of international cuisines adds to the appeal of the show.

Vienna tours and experiences

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Vienna Guide Service

They are among the top ranked tour operators in the city, and offer excellent services for quite moderate costs.

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AHRE Austria Guide

They offer basic city tours, to make newcomers familiar with the city and its districts, and advanced tours, to help them adjust more comfortably to the city's environment. An interesting feature is also a tour of the haunted areas and buildings around the city, with reference to ghosts and sightings.

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Vienna Walks & Talks

What more could you ask for than knowledgeable and dynamic guides, exquisite lodgings, pleasant service, small groups and competitive prices?

Vienna masjids and Muslim travel

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Verein Dachorganisation

Verein Dachorganisation Turkische Kultur und Sportgemeinschaft in Osterreich Jagerstr 33/6 Tel. 334 98 90

Transportation

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Buses

Buses

The Bundesbus (federal bus) network connects all major parts of the city, and is very convenient for small road trips. During night hours (0030 to 0530 hrs), public transport service is provided by the Nightline buses operating on all the main routes, usually after every half hour.

Train

Train

Vienna has a large train/subway network.

Taxi

Taxi

Taxis are the ultimate option when you want to get somewhere quickly, and when price is not an issue. Fares generally start from around A$2.65, and increase at A$3.00 every mile. Taxis offer special services, which include: Sightseeing Tel.: +43 (0) 664 - 16 24 24 0 Taxis for women Airport Express Taxi service for the hearing-impaired

Car for hire

Car for hire

There are a number of car renting companies which offer services not only inside of Vienna but all through Austria, and also the Schengen territory. Quite popular is the Tiger Car Rental Company, claiming to provide the lowest hire rates: Check out their packages at: http://www.tigercarrental.com/

Driving Tips

Driving Tips

Avoid driving while in Vienna. The streets are crowded, are usually one-way, and so can be quite frustrating for visitors. Parking is pretty expensive as well. Pedestrians have the right of way, so if you do drive, do so very cautiously.

Health and Safety

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Health and Safety

Health and Safety

Vienna is reputed as a very safe city to visit, and visitors with common sense and general adequate behavior are pretty unlikely to encounter crime or similar unfortunate experiences. The streets in most areas of the city, from wide, crowded roads, to narrow, creepy-looking alleyways, are free from serious threats, and men and women alike are quite safe to go about their business without being harassed.

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