Austria

Things to Consider Before You Visit

  • Best time: May to September (pleasant weather) or December to February (winter skiing).
  • Currency: Euro (EUR); cards widely accepted.
  • Languages: German; English common in tourist areas.
  • Dress elegantly in upscale venues.
  • Tap water is safe.
  • Public transport excellent; Vienna Card recommended.
  • Museums may close on Mondays.
  • Tipping: 5–10% in restaurants.
  • Respect cultural etiquette, especially in classical music venues.

Top Attractions

  • Vienna; Schönbrunn Palace, opera, museums.
  • Salzburg; Mozart birthplace and historic center.
  • Hallstatt; lakeside village and salt mines.
  • Innsbruck; Alps skiing and luxury resorts.
  • Melk Abbey; baroque architecture.
  • Wachau Valley; vineyards and river cruises.
  • Graz; medieval old town and culinary experiences.
  • Grossglockner High Alpine Road; scenic drive.
  • Austrian Alps luxury spa resorts.
  • Vienna State Opera; world-class performances.