DK Travel : Vienna

Splendid edifices, magnificent palaces and imposing churches spanning the centuries all make Vienna a wonderful city to visit, oozing both charm and atmosphere. Although its imperial grandeur can still be felt, this city of music has more to offer than just its glorious past; contemporary architecture, a brimming cultural scene and a vibrant nightlife add to its appeal. No matter how many times you return, you will always discover something new.

Rathauspark

The park in front of the town hall is busy all year round with various festivals, ranging from a Christmas market and an ice rink in winter to a summer film and music festival. Many monuments and fountains complement the layout of the park. Another attraction is the large number of centuries-old trees.
Red Wines

Austria’s excellent red wines include Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch and Blauer Portugieser.
Rehrücken

This chocolate cake is shaped like a saddle of deer, although no one now knows the origin of this. The sponge is usually filled with apricot jam, then glazed with chocolate and studded with almonds, although there are variations.
Reinprecht

The Reinprecht Heuriger is located in a 300-year-old former monastery in Grinzing and has seating in the old vaults as well as on garden terraces. The wines are home-grown, classic Heurigen food is served, and you can listen to traditional Viennese Schrammel music every evening.
Renaissance

The portal of the Salvatorkapelle dates back to 1530.
Renaissance Penta Wien

The Neo-Classical red-brick building was home to the imperial military riding school in the 19th century, and soldiers once trained their horses in the hotel’s airy, atmospheric halls. Within walking distance of the city centre, the Penta Wien also has an indoor pool, a sauna and an exercise room.
Renaissance Wien Hotel

This modern hotel is situated near Schloss Schönbrunn and 10 minutes on the underground from the city centre.
Restaurant Hotel Artis

Both Austrian and international dishes served in the hotel’s greenhouse.
Rhiz

Also in the arcades of the metro, it has a daily DJ line-up of electronic music.
Riesenrad

The Vienna Riesenrad, the giant ferris wheel, is some 100 years old and offers a stunning view over Vienna’s rooftops. As well as the ride, don’t miss the little museum in the entrance area, where the history of both the wheel and the city are displayed in some of the Riesenrad’s old red cabins.

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