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Vienna
Vienna is a capital of wonderful Austria, and the biggest city in the country. City of music, theatre, art, and architecture. what more? Vienna is running fast together with the modern world. Traveling in the city is not difficult, if you like to walk, cycle or can use public transport, but remember this historical city is not small, hence it will take some time to properly enjoy what this city has for you.
Arrival Guide
City has an international airport and 2 major railway stations. follow the guide to arrive in the city.
Airport
Vienna International Airport
15 km SE
CAT(City airport train): 11€ (one way)/17€ (round) (to Landstrasse/Wien Mitte)
Suburban train(Recommended) S7: 2 tickets needed, 1 of 1.7€(extra urban)and 2.2€(in city). more info
Airport line express Bus: 8€ (one way)/ 13€ (round) (to central station, right side) every 20-30 min
Taxi: 36€(airport Taxi) +13€ others (surcharge)
Train Stations
Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Central railway station
Connected by Red U1 metro (underground) also connected by Suburban trains and tram and bus stop are just outside of the station.
Shopping and public facilities are available here.
Vienna Westbahnhof
It’s the terminal station and connects all the lines
very well connected with metro U3 and U6 underground line as well as suburban trains and trams outside the station.
Shopping and public facilities are available here.
Public Transport
single ticket
2.2 € / 1.1 €(kids)
24 hrs ticket
7.6€
48 hrs ticket
13.3 €
72 hrs ticket
16.5 €
Tickets can be purchased at station windows and ticket machines and tobacco shops, also from tram and bus drivers with an additional charge of 0.1 €. make sure to validate it before boarding the metro as you can find ticket checker without the uniform on platforms.
Popular Attractions
Schönbrunn Palace
Belvedere Palace
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Vienna State Opera
Danube River
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Gateways
Bratislava – 68km (4 hrs)
Bratislava is a capital city of Slovakia. this historical city is along the Danube an hour away from Wien. one can take a river cruise too. perfect gateway for spending a day or two out of the city.
Wachau valley – 90km
Wachau valley is east of the city and can be reached by river too. while one can enjoy the beautiful mountains and forts.
Neusiedler Lake – 50km
Neusiedler Lake lies south-east of Vienna, an hour away to the biggest lake in Austria. spending a day here is an awesome experience
