Places to Stay in Romantic Vienna

If you picture Vienna, images often arise of coffee and cakes, graceful waltzes and stately Baroque architecture. As such, in the last century it was a favoured haunt of intellectuals and notables from Sigmund Freud to Gustav Klimt, who glittered in its Art Nouveau café society. These days there is much more to modern Vienna but it remains a luxurious and romantic destination.

Whether you are visiting for an indulgent weekend break or a longer stay, you will discover that this beguiling capital is a gracious host. So make the most of your visit by experiencing the best that the city has to offer.

Indeed, there are a wide range of Viennese hotels to suit every budget but it can be beneficial to base yourself as centrally as possible. District 1, the ‘Innere Stadt’, is the oldest and grandest part of Vienna and lies at its very heart. Here you will find the imposing ‘Rathaus’ (town hall), the stunning Imperial Palace of the historic Hapsburg Empire (the Hofburg), the University and glorious fine art and historical museums.

Furthermore, it is also home to the world famous Staatsoper (State Opera) where everyone from Pavarotti to Jose Carreras has performed. In fact, here you will find that everything is on the grand scale, including much of the accommodation. However, if shopping features high on your agenda then head to Neubau for its great selection of shops and boutiques.

As it goes, Mariahilferstrasse is the main Viennese shopping destination, boasting an array of restaurants and bars. And the Austrian capital is as famous for its wealth of artists as for its composers and philosophers. In addition, Neubau acts as the chic home of the Museumsquartier, which is well worth a visit. This is a treasure trove of modern art housed in an eclectic combination of baroque and modern buildings; becoming one of the biggest cultural destinations in Europe.

If you choose to visit the famous ‘Prater’ amusement park with its iconic ferris wheel (featured in the film ‘The Third Man’), take in the skill and beauty of the horses and riders at the Lipizzaner riding school. In addition, simply soak up the ambience as you walk in the footsteps of everyone from Brahms to Johann Strauss.

And of course eating out is pure pleasure. A highlight has to be a trip to a traditional café where exquisite coffees and hot chocolate ‘mit schlagsahne’ (whipped cream) accompanied by torte (cakes) deliver hedonistic delight.

It is also interesting to know that while staying in central Vienna it is possible to find accommodation in everything from 17th century townhouses to Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) confections, or sleek modern hotels with every comfort. Indeed, the variety of hotels in Vienna reflects the diversity of this grand city.

So, choose to stay centrally in this sumptuous capital and then you can explore all of its elegance and romance with ease; at the leisurely pace which suits it best.

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Andrew Regan writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.

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