Capital
Vienna
Population
9.0M
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Best Time to Visit
April–May, September–October
#12
World Tourism Rank
0.19%
of World Land Area
12
UNESCO Sites
8
Neighboring Countries
Nationalities not listed above may require a visa. Always verify with official sources before travel.
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Recommended: April–May, September–October
Vienna has been ranked the world's most liveable city multiple years in a row.
Austria is the birthplace of composers Mozart, Strauss, and Schubert, earning it the title 'Land of Music.'
Vienna's coffee houses and Salzburg's alpine scenery make Austria unforgettable.
- A traveler on visiting Austria
Austria enthralls visitors with Vienna's imperial palaces and legendary coffeehouse culture, Salzburg's Sound of Music landscapes, and the spectacular Austrian Alps that draw skiers and hikers year-round. The country's classical music heritage, from Mozart to Strauss, permeates its concert halls and festivals. Charming towns like Hallstatt and Innsbruck offer postcard-perfect settings that feel like stepping into a fairy tale.
Must-see attractions, landmarks, and hidden gems
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