I did get a lot of value in 4 days from the weekly travel pass, far more than its €17.10 cost. It came down to Zentralfriedhof or Schönbrunn on Sunday afternoon. Not to disrespect the Schonnbrun, but it's a pretty big investment of time that you don't have a lot of. In June 2019 we experienced our first Rick Steves tour. Rick Steves Pocket Vienna As far as Sunday , Vienna offers limitless possibilities , so here is just one . On our Best of Berlin, Prague & Vienna in 12 Days tour — among other things — you'll need to happily… Carry/roll your luggage over uneven pavement (possibly several blocks) and up stairways to reach your hotel, then up several flights of stairs to reach your room. Find more right here on my travel blog. Vienna. I've found city museums to be great investments of time. Concentus Music Wien at the Musikverein. I thought Pension Suzanne was great. 2 Days In Vienna Itinerary – How to spend 48 hours in Vienna Austria. Take care. Consultare utili recensioni cliente e valutazioni per Rick Steves' Vienna, Salzburg & Tirol [Lingua Inglese] su amazon.it. For me the obvious gap in your itinerary is Schonbrunn. Rick Steves’ Travel Blog I'm sharing my travel experiences, candid opinions and what's on my mind. There is not enough of that authenticity these days. Great trip. Hi, I'm Rick Steves, back with more of the best of Europe. Thanks. The "misery factor" was much worse in Austria in 1918-1920 than was the case in Germany. ▲▲ Natural History Museum Big, beautiful catalog of the natural world, featuring the ancient Venus of Willendorf. When I think about Vienna, I think about good living: elegant parks, romantic Danube River, imperial art collections, great music. ▲ Museum of Military History Huge collection of artifacts tracing the military history of the Habsburg Empire. ▲ Naschmarkt Sprawling, lively outdoor market. Thanks Rick for the information and the new remarks as you update your guidebooks. ... Budapest Prague Tour Sightseeing 2 Cities In 8 Days By Rick. So much to see, so little time. *FREE* shipping on eligible orders. Vienna is a truly beautiful city with plenty of things to do and it’s well worth a visit even for a short city break. Definitely an impressive place (despite cloudy skies and temperature of 45 F. I'll try to write a trip report this weekend. Lots of info, in color and really break down what I need to see at each site, Report inappropriate content . I think you view parallels mine on Schönbrunn, Sisi, and Habsburg china. Being there with that temperature is a bit chilly. (11:35), Music Appreciation for Travel: Part II Rick Steves; Book Language. I followed the link and was most intrigued by the story of Walter Nowotny, a 24-year-old Luftwaffe pilot buried there. I once stayed in the Pension Suzanne and hope to return back there in late April 2015. In Austria, the "tourist season" runs roughly from May through September. I think time is so short this go round, that I'll have to save Wien Museum Karlsplatz for the the next trip. This title will be released on February 25, 2020. Did you make it to the Flaktürme or Zentralfriedhof (the cemetery)? @ Dave...At 42 F it's pretty chilly. The posters reveal that. ▲▲ Kaisergruft Crypt for the Habsburg royalty. Last 30 days; Last 90 days; Coming Soon; Author. Stunning imperial architecture, horse riding carriages, beautiful side cafes, and delicious coffee Vienna has all of this and more. The Belvedere is right across from the Military History Museum, so that's a good fit. It was a great location, with good staff and quirky rooms. Your comment was prescient... shortly after it I awoke from a dream that was in German. ▲ St. Michael's Church Crypt Final resting place of about 100 wealthy 18th-century Viennese. Free afternoon. ▲▲ Belvedere Palace Elegant palace of Prince Eugene of Savoy, with a collection of 19th- and 20th-century Austrian art (including Klimt). Here's the current "rough" itinerary: Friday March 13: Arrive Vienna around 12:30. PS the WIEN MUSEUM KARLSPLATZ - formerly the Museum der Stadt Wien - is an excellent exhibit for visitors with historical and cultural curiosity, that often goes unnoticed. Thanks for picking that up! Stepping out of my hotel in Vienna on my first hour in Europe (clearly still a bit bleary with jet lag), I’m confronted by free culture on the street for the average Joe — it’s Puccini, a live videocast just outside where it's being performed — in the greatest opera hall on earth. The impetus for the trip is to have another chance to see 85-year-old conductor Nikolaus Harnoncourt (whom we saw in Salzburg last summer) lead Concentus Musicus Wien. It's March. In Austria, the "tourist season" runs roughly from May through September. Gerry -- Another vote for Belvedere. I assume that artillery piece you're referring to is the 88 mm, what is called in German, the acht comma acht. If you have at least a couple of free hours, I think it's a must-see. i enjoyed reading your trip report for Vienna. In particular, the Naschmarkt and Vienna's famous Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) architecture. Also agree on Schonnbrunn. Where are we? How was your experience? ▲▲▲ Hofburg Imperial Apartments Lavish main residence of the Habsburgs. For anyone interested, here is the itinerary as it currently stands: Friday -- Arrive at Pension Suzanne at 12:30, RS Vienna City Walk (including St. Stephen's Cathedral, outside of Hofburg [some inside if time]), Werther at Wiener Staatsoper. to help crack the documents, ie, reading the posters, newspaper headlines, painting titles, battle map titles and explanations, slogans on flags, speech excerpts...they're all in German at the HGM in Vienna. The Vienna State Opera house built in the 1860s's is the pride of the city. I'd normally suggest you do a Heuriger in Grinzing during your visit - some suggested that above - but on such a short trip, there is surely some fun to be had in the city with your spare day and night. You must visit this palace, in my opinion. By Rick Steves. This plan has been designed with a weekend trip in mind, arriving in Vienna on a Friday evening and staying until Sunday. You’ll need at least half a day to explore the palace and its gardens. Yes, I would still go to Schonbrunn, especially if it is a nice day. When I return to Vienna, I'll try to be there on a Monday so I can do the Third Man walking tour. Enjoy 12 days in Berlin, Prague, and Vienna on a Rick Steves tour! His mission: to empower Americans to have European trips that are fun, affordable, and culturally broadening. Compra Rick Steves' 1994 2 to 22 Days in Great Britain: The Itinerary Planner [Lingua Inglese]. The location can't be beat. I'm there! How was the visit to the museums? Day 1: St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Time Travel Vienna, Albertina, Lunch at Augustinerkeller, Natural History Museum & Kunsthistorische Museum, City River Cruise, Giant Ferris Wheel; Day 2: Schönbrunn Palace, Military History Museum, Belvedere Palace, Rooftop Bar, Dinner at Zwolf Apostkeller ...and I put up a trip report in the Trip Report section. Well , considering your Friday schedule , I would have at least several coffees before the Massenet , as you know , Vienna has no shortage of fine coffee houses . Bathroom was nicely updated and spotless. Belvedere Upper Palace. This time we're celebrating the good life in Vienna. The HGM is only one of the museums in which I have seen that gun displayed. I had a double room with shower for single use with breakfast for €98/night, so the price was right. I had a very nice buddy. The buildings themselves were very beautiful. The Zentralfriedhof has not only the graves of the various composers but also the WW1 and 2 military cemeteries, ie, towards the back. Breakfast, from my perspective was excellent -- meats, cheese, fresh bread, yogurt, dry cereal, fruit, vegetables, soft and hardboiled eggs. Also the location, sitting on a slope looking down on a lot of the city. Hello, all. Summer has its advantages: the best weather, snow-free alpine trails, very long days (light until after 21:00), and the busiest schedule of tourist fun. You can probably do this in an hour but they are only open Saturday from 2-6, though they do give tours at other times so check their website. I'm sure you've seen the documentary clips of that event, and then imagine in '45 how the place was and looked like. But, if you can squeeze the time and are into the war history, get to the Heldenplatz (very close by to the Hofburg), imagine what that was like in '38. I did find the display of newspaper headlines in the corner of the room with the car in which Archduke Ferdinand was shot; deciphering those was a nice activity. Kumsthistorisches Museum A small, friendly group of 24–28 people — half the size of most tour groups; Full-time services of a professional Rick Steves guide and local experts who will make the fascinating history, art, and culture of Berlin, Prague, and Vienna come alive for you @ Dave...My compliments on your language learning. There are often long lines when they go on sale, and they sell out. If you think it's inappropriate for a travel writer to stir up discussion on his blog with political observations and insights gained from traveling abroad, you may not want to read any further. Account & Lists Account Returns Account Returns Destination Expert. 3 days in Vienna; Please sign in to post. Freud Tour with Context Travel (both of us have psychology backgrounds). This topic has been automatically closed due to a period of inactivity. ▲ Kunst Haus Wien Museum Modern art museum dedicated to zany local artist Hundertwasser. Compared with most modern European urban centers, the pace of life here is slow. Check that out, even papers from Switzerland, I think. ( der Panzer Garten). I enjoyed the living area of the Hofburg Palace, an easier way to see something of the Habsburg lifestyle. These horses and their riders regularly perform shows in the winter riding school arena, a purpose built building which dates from 1729. I corrected the post. Paperback $13.99 $ 13. I was in Austria last year, but stayed in the western side, Innsbruck, Hall in Tirol, and Salzburg. Thanks Rick for the information and the new remarks as you update your guidebooks. Rick Steves Pocket Prague Ebook Products In 2019 Rick Steves. There will be 3 generations in our group ranging from 9 to 65. ▲ Imperial Furniture Collection Eclectic collection of Habsburg furniture. Emily -- I love the ideas of doing the Frommers walk and going to a heurigen. We choose the Munich, Salzburg and Vienna Tour in 8 days which also included stops at … English; Book Format. By Rick Steves and Cameron Hewitt. Don't miss St. Stephen's Cathedral either. It creeped me out to walk past the large artillery piece in that section and look down its barrel. @ Dave...Although I haven't seen it, I would suggest going to Belvedere too, not only because it's the Schloß of the Austrian Habburgs' greatest military commander (you'll see his statue not only in front of the Hofburg and but also in Budapest) and its art exhitions, but its connection to the Archduke FF. I tended to pick what I really, really wanted to see at most of the museums. Vienna is the capital of Austria, the cradle of classical music, the home of the rich Habsburg heritage, and one of the world's most livable cities. You say you are going to Vienna in March, yet all your days are listed in May. Paperback $13.99 $ 13. ▲▲ World Museum Vienna Four museums in one: Uncrowded collection of armor, musical instruments, ancient Greek statues, and ethnographic treasures in the elegant halls of a Habsburg palace. ▲▲ Albertina Museum Habsburg residence with state apartments, world-class collection of graphic arts and modernist classics, and first-rate special exhibits. Jtraveler -- Thanks for the encouragement, too. I suggest rather than set aside time for both save most of the time for viewing Schönbrunn inside and outside. Jump to bottom. I am a classical musician as well, and I lived there for quite a while, and your agenda sounds as good as any. Freud tour, ok, I get it. Even if you don't have time or money for a performance, a visit to the opera is a must. Zentralfriedhof will be at the top of my list when I return some day, along with the Flaktürme. I can't wait for the trip. Another historical monument is the Soviet Memorial on WW2 It's close to the Schwarzenberg Platz, even though he was beaten by the French at some decisive events. i think that these types of things will be harder and harder to find as time moves on. Rick Steves’ Best of Berlin, Prague & Vienna Tour, Day by Day. A coffee at the Café Sperl will also be a nice break. Trip Includes . Interesting stuff. A Celebration of the Distaff Membership of The Vienna Philharmonic. When I think about Vienna, I think about good living: elegant parks, romantic Danube River, imperial art collections, great music. Many buildings still reflect 18th- and 19th-century elegance, when the city was at the forefront of the arts and sciences. The room was fairly simple but spotless. Save Image. A friend and I are making a quick trip to Vienna in the middle of March -- my first trip there. Riding the Riesenrad was a must-do for me, easy to get there and just across the street from the U-bahn so you don't have to linger in the Prater if you aren't an amusement park fan. Take care. 99. Emily & Steve -- If I will be back in Vienna in the next few years during a warmer time of year, would it make sense to save Schönbrunn Schloß for then -- when the grass is greener, the flowers blooming, and the fountains flowing? Vienna is the capital of Austria, the cradle of classical music, the home of the rich Habsburg heritage, and one of the world's most livable cities. If you think it's inappropriate for a travel writer to stir up discussion on his blog with political observations and insights gained from traveling abroad, you may not want to read any further. But I wouldn't plan on getting tour tickets the day you arrive. I ended up taking the advice of the pro-Schönbrunn crowd. 99. The former justifiably so since he never lost a battle, whereas Karl was defeated over and over. Museum of Military History (big draw = the car in which Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated). And, as if providing a fine venue to walk off the city's sweet temptations, a big part of Vienna is its fine parks, filled with statue-maker memories of Austria's glory days and high culture. I can't wait. I was in Austria last year, but stayed in the western side, Innsbruck, Hall in Tirol, and Salzburg. It doesn't need to be a long visit either. Rick Steves Vienna City Walk (including outside view of Habsburg area). Take the # 71 Tram out to Zentralfriedhof and stroll around the central plots of the cemetery where the composers are buried , thus combining History , Music and Art . Rick Steves' Best of Italy in 17 Days. Finding the Harry Lime Door was like a treasure hunt, I also took a walking tour that gave even more insight on the conditions in post-war Vienna and if you're near the Opera House then you're very close to not only the Naschmarkt--great food, Saturday flea market-- but the Third Man museum, very much worth a visit, not just movie memorabilia but more on Vienna in that unique time-frame. By Rick Steves. Planning to travel to Vienna but only have a couple of days to spare? Thanks for joining us. Aside from seeing the cultural aspects of the Hofburg, you 'll see historically outside (including across the street) two statues whom the Habsburgs regard as among their greatest military commanders, Prinz Eugen and the Archduke Karl. Vienna – the musical, cultural and historical heart of Austria. Vienna Opera House (Werther). I'm looking for a place to squeeze in Schönbrunn Palace. Sadly, the "panzer garten" was closed; we could only walk out on the patio off the coffee shop and look at the tanks from a distance. Stadt Park - Maybe stop here and walk around a bit when you do the tram tour. How to choose? even maw and paw restaurants are hard to find these days. Regarding the Schönbrunn Palace, it’s located out of the city centre (a 30min journey from the city centre). Any suggestions on what to see? I just received this email from Rupert Loeschnauer in Vienna, who assured me that their pianos are made “faithful to their traditional heritage.” (I’ll have to take him up on his offer next time I’m in Vienna.) Perhaps I can move a few things around to hit the Naschmarkt and the Third Man museum early Saturday afternoon. And look down its barrel arena, a visit to the Upper Palace ©2021 Rick Steves has 100. 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