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.

Staatsoper

The Vienna State Opera House is a landmark in a city that loves its music, and has witnessed the premiere of many world-famous works (see pp30–31).
Stadtbeisl Inigo

Viennese and international cuisine. Wine list changes every other month.
Stadtpark

The park on the left bank of the River Wien was designed as an artificial landscape within the city in 1862, where paths wind through the grassy areas, past ponds and beautiful plantings of shrubs and flowers. But Stadtpark is most famous for the monument of the “King of Waltz”, Johann Strauss.
Statt-Beisl WUK

This former 19th-century locomotive factory has been cleverly converted into a cultural centre and operates a café and restaurant.
Steffl

This major department store is located in the heart of the city. You’ll find mainly designer names such as Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein on its five floors, but there are also perfumes, cosmetic products and home decor items on sale. The top floor has great views over the rooftops and the Sky Bar offers excellent cocktails.
Steirereck

With its fabulous service, culinary artistry and opulent location, the Steirereck is arguably the best restaurant in the city. Its menus exhibit stunning flair and have both regional and international influences. Specialities include sturgeon fillets in pepper sauce with crispy olives. In the restaurant’s cellar around 25,000 bottles of Austrian and international wines wait to be tasted.
Stephansdom

The Gothic cathedral is one of Vienna’s most prominent landmarks, dominating the city centre. From its spire you can enjoy a spectacular view over the rooftops (see pp8–11).
Stephansdom

Vienna’s spectacular Gothic cathedral sits at the heart of the city and dominates the skyline (see pp8–11).
Stephansdom

Mozart married Constanze Weber on 4 August 1782 in the cathedral (see pp8–11).
Stephansdom

At the geographical epicentre of the city, the spectacular Gothic Stephansdom cathedral dominates the skyline with its many towers and its 137-m (450-ft) spire (see pp8–11).

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For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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