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As home to majestic mountains, opulent palaces, and high culture, Austria's attractions are classically sumptuous and enduring. But beyond the waltzes, the strudels, the alpine summits, and Habsburg architecture, its modern cities are proof of just how easily Austria combines the contemporary with the historic.
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1. Nationalpark Hohe Tauern
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5.0 based on 145 reviews
This beautiful mountainous park, the center of which is only accessible by foot, provides experienced hikers with a wide range of challenging routes.
2. Traunsee
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5.0 based on 233 reviews
Reviewed By AlbrechtpaulSanders - Tervuren, Belgium
We made a boat trip from Gmunden to Traunkirchen and could admire this unique place during hours. The Traunstein is impressive and the (after COVID-lockdown) very quiet lake was highly appreciated.
3. St. Stephen's Cathedral
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4.5 based on 23,708 reviews
Austria's most prominent national symbol, this magnificent cathedral is known for its intricately tiled roof and its nearly 500-foot-tall South Tower, which provides amazing views of the entire city.
Reviewed By Gangers_and_ash
The cathedral is beautiful - very grand and ornate with beautiful mouldings and gothic architecture. The detail in the carvings was extraordinary and the paintings were very beautiful. There are certain parts of the cathedral which are blocked off (the entire mid and front section) which does make the back part quite cramped with lots of people taking photographs. Be patient and you will get your turn! I’d recommend the catacombs tour (6 Euros each) - it was very interesting and the tour guide was extremely knowledgable, offering the tour in both German and English.
4. Salzburg Cathedral
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4.5 based on 4,257 reviews
This uniquely-designed cathedral was constructed in the early 17th century and was the site of Mozart's baptism in 1756.
Reviewed By atulk885
Excellent sight seeing if you visit old town in Salzburg, Amazing things and you can actually relive the lifestyle in Salzburg ancient times with the help of audio visual guide , recommended !!!
5. Mirabell Palace and Gardens
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4.5 based on 6,905 reviews
This former palace now houses government offices. The gardens are where the von Trapp children sang "Do-Re-Mi" in the Sound of Music.
Reviewed By Baz-Protest - Belfast, United Kingdom
Beautifull gardens memories of sound of music A formal garden in traditional style fountains and flower beds smaller than we imagined Free entry Toilets in the grounds 50 cent coin only
6. Schlossberg
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4.5 based on 944 reviews
Reviewed By Daveshent - Leek, United Kingdom
If in Graz this is a must, weather it is day or night it is well worth the effort of a walk to the top, the history is fascinating and the views over the city amazing.
7. Hauptplatz
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4.5 based on 722 reviews
Reviewed By chocolatekimmy - Andover, United Kingdom
This was busy day and night. Lots of restaurants with outdoor seating. Very pretty and ornate buildings so don't forget to look up at them!
8. Salzburger Altstadt
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4.5 based on 8,856 reviews
Reviewed By C671TOrickp - Calgary, Canada
Great city to walk around and enjoy the history and the sights and sounds of a wonderful old Austrian city. Lots of shops and cafes to enjoy. Some great restaurants to enjoy as well. Lots of cool passage ways to inner court yards with shopping and cafes. Take your time to enjoy this small old city.
9. Uhrturm
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4.5 based on 1,180 reviews
Reviewed By bulenti2016 - Vienna, Austria
We really enjoyed the clock tower and surroundings on a sunny day. We have a small toddler; we took the lift to the top. Great view, green, quite surroundings. The coffee shop next to the clock tower is packed, many people enjoying their wine and beer. Highly recommended.
10. Mariendom
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4.5 based on 451 reviews
Reviewed By wolfgangw396 - Zurich, Switzerland
Architecture and its furnishings - two organs, magnificent altar, magnificent pulpit, remarkable glass windows, etc. - it is rightly a wonderful landmark of the city of Linz. As it is sizewise the largest Gothic church in Austria, even bigger than the Stephansdom in Vienna, a definite must see. And take a while to enjoy the magnitude.
