Vienna is often described as being at the very crossroads of both the east and west regions of Europe and is well-known for being the place of birth of the waltz, the city where Sigmund Freud once worked, and where Austrian cuisine is unsurpassed. Viennese delicacies and pastries are obtainable at a lot of restaurants around the city and Vienna's very own Apfelstrudel (apple strudel) soon becomes the most wanted.
The lodging is fairly luxurious in the city, predominantly in and around the Innere Stadt, where hotels, guesthouses (pensions) and self-catering Vienna apartments are among the most admired options. The eminent Habsburg dynasty is evidently there around Vienna and in scrupulous, within the stunning Hofburg (Imperial Palace), a splendid milestone now used by the government, by the side of with the city's Austrian Parliament Building, near to the Rathausplatz.
Similarly remarkable is the Schloss Belvedere, which in reality comprises two individual mansions, alienated by a manicured official garden. Scores of impressive buildings and trendy cafes encircle the Heldenplatz (Heroes Square) and if you are peripatetic around in this part of Vienna, and then don't miss spending some time in either one of the nearby parks, the Volksgarten and the Burggarten.
Vienna has so much to propose that it is improbable that nearly all tourists should ever feel the need to run away the city vicinity. However, the adjoining Danube Valley is one fine motive to venture outside, and even Slovakia's capital of Bratislava is but a day trip away, as are both the Austria's cities of Graz and Linz, which have long been linked with civilization. By train, Graz is approximately two hours from Vienna and its magnificent Old Town is now listed as a World Heritage Site, being packed with street amusement and celebrations during the summer months.
The Grand Hotel Wien in Vienna, Austria offers a living reminder of the majestic age of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Combining luxury 5* Vienna accommodation with unparallel customer service for guests demanding the very highest standards of hospitality in a Vienna luxury hotel. The Grand Hotel Wien is home to several of Vienna's best restaurants and bars, and during your stay there is plenty to choose from to enjoy a unique and stylish dining or bar experience.
With a fantastic sight of the city of Vienna, the appreciated restaurant Le Ciel, situated at the 7th floor of the Grand Hotel Wien, is known as one of Vienna's best foodie restaurants.
