Austria
Austria pairs imperial Vienna with alpine scenery, lakes, and the Danube Valley. Plan a road trip, find Vienna’s best photo locations, and explore beyond Melk Abbey along the river.
About AustriaBest Time to Visit
May - Sep suits lakes and hiking; Dec - Mar is ski season. Spring and autumn are cooler with alpine weather changes.
Time Zone
Central European Time
UTC+1 · UTC+2 in summer
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Languages
Austro-Bavarian German
English proficiency varies; tourist areas usually offer the most support.
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Austria Beyond Melk Abbey: Discovering the Danube's "New" Port Towns
Most Danube River cruise itineraries focus on Melk Abbey, but some of the most memorable stops are the smaller towns almost nobody talks about. From vineyard-covered villages in the Wachau Valley to quiet historic riverside streets, these underrated Danube port towns offer a slower, more local side of Austria that many travellers completely miss.
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Spring Fairytale Dressing at Schonbrunn Palace, Vienna
The day at the prettiest palace in Vienna, Austria needs a princess-cut dress to fit the occasion.