Austria, an important and impressive city of the Europe is also endowed with a good number of culturally historical tourist attractions and sights, churches and monasteries, royal castles and palaces as well a architecturally beautiful and aesthetically rich museums and galleries, all of which increase the diversity of Austria tourist attractions. A vacation to Austria is a complete holiday package with numerous options for outdoor activities and water sports adding to the fun.

How to reach
Austria has six international airports having connections with most of the important cities of the world. They are Wien-Schwechat, Graz, Innsbruck, Klagenfurt, Linz and Salzburg. There are also daily internal flights between these airports. The Austrian Federal Railway network has a length of about 5,700 km and is directly connected to the European railway network. There are international connections between almost all European countries. European members national only require passport to enter Austria while according to the Schengen Agreement nationals of non-member states who require a visa can travel to Austria with a valid Schengen visa issued in any Schengen state, without having to obtain an additional Austrian visa, as long as the visa is not restricted to other countries.





Major Attractions
Austria is a paradise for those looking for some outdoor adventures and activities. It has plenty of options for hiking holidays or mountain holidays. The beautiful countryside of the Austrian mountains, rivers, lakes and forests, offers an unrivalled choice of different locations. The panoramic landscape of Austria guarantees both fun and adventure. Austria is also a great holiday destination for water sports because of the superb quality of the water in its lakes and rivers, making it a first choice for any water sport holiday. The reinvigorating crystal-clear waters of a mountain lake as well as the relaxing tranquility of the warm bathing lakes makes the pleasure of a water sports holiday in Austria a paradise for divers. Austria is also homes to some of the wonderful museums showcasing historical events in right perspective. The Haus der Musik is a modern, interactive theme museum boasting real and virtual rooms to introduce the visitor to the fascinating world of music. The Salzburg Museum is also a great tourists attraction. Museums in Vienna include more than 20 different sites, from the "Archeological Excavation Site Michaelerplatz" to the "Hermesvilla" to the "Virgil Chapel" at Stephansplatz and are a great site for visitors and tourists.

Gourmet
Traditionally renowned for its hearty fare, Austrian cuisine can be surprisingly delicate and a range of mouth-wateringly good local cheeses. Eating out, in the sophisticated city restaurants or the more traditional Gasthaus (a homely inn), you can expect nothing less than excellent, seasonal ingredients, often organic and locally sourced, beautifully cooked and served.





Night Life
Austria has plenty to offer for night owls, club hoppers and party animals. A large number of bars, pubs, clubs and discotheques invite tourists to turn night into day with some great options of music, party and dining, Visit to one of the many festivals, or enjoying an evening at the opera, a theatre performance or a concert, and afterwards a refined dinner all make your holiday to Austria, a perfect and unforgettable vacation.

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