Matador's Ultimate Guide to Austria

Classical elegance to alpine adventures ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [Austria]( Matador's Ultimate Guide to Austria Hi there, Most of us were first introduced to [Austria]( by the singing Von Trapp family. But there's much more to this country than merely serving as the backdrop to The Sound of Music. If you're eager to explore Vienna, fondly known as the 'Capital of Classical Music,' you'll discover Baroque palaces, Gothic cathedrals, a delightful coffeehouse culture, one of Europe's best Christmas markets, and, of course, a thriving music scene. Outside the capital, you'll find [majestic lakeside villages]( have become Instagram hotspots, while others remain lesser-known. Escape into the Alps for the perfect hiking vacation (or skiing if that's more your speed), or indulge in a relaxing wellness retreat where you can truly experience whether 'the hills are alive.' Make the most of your visit with our guides below [EXPLORE AUSTRIA]( [GuideGeek]( Get Inspired [St. Gilgen]( 7 Austrian Villages That Are Just as Beautiful as Hallstatt A number of lesser-visited villages throughout Austria are equally gorgeous and have the infrastructure to provide extensive hospitality to tourists. [READ MORE]( [Salzburg old town]( 10 Incredibly Cheap Things to Do in Salzburg A budget-friendly Austria is possible with these tips. [READ MORE]( [Hallstatt]( Hallstatt Is a Picture-Perfect Austrian Getaway. Here's How to See It Without the Crowds. Here’s the perfect guide to 24 hours in Hallstatt — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. [READ MORE]( [Train from Vienna]( You Can Travel From Vienna to Budapest by Train for Less Than $10 Hop from Paris to Amsterdam for $50, from Prague to Vienna for less than $14, and from Vienna to Budapest for just $9.95. Now, that’s a deal. [READ MORE]( [St. Anton]( Is St. Anton, Austria, the Après-Ski Capital of the World? Here’s What It’s Like. Après-ski pros in St. Anton know the hottest party night on the slopes isn’t Saturday. [READ MORE]( [flying condor]( How to Plan the Ultimate Winter Vacation to Vienna Explore our curated list of must-try activities, restaurants, and accommodations. [READ MORE]( [wellness retreat ]( Best Wellness Hotels in the Alps of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria A haven of thermal springs and spas that are equally perfect for anyone looking to unwind, escape, and detox. [READ MORE]( Nature + Adventure [skiing in the Alps]( 9 Things to Know Before Going Skiing in the Austrian Alps The SkiWelt boasts one of the longest interconnected ski routes in the world, especially when combined with the nearby resort of Kitzbühel. [READ MORE]( [Serlesbahnen Mieders Alpine Coaster]( An Adrenaline-Pumping Adventure Awaits at Serlesbahnen Mieders Alpine Coaster This gravity-driven roller coaster offers an exhilarating ride down the mountain while taking in the stunning alpine scenery. [READ MORE]( [Vomper Loch]( Austria’s ‘Grand Canyon of Tyrol’ Has the Most Insanely Blue Waters Nicknamed "The Grand Canyon of Tyrol," its official name is Vomper Loch. [READ MORE]( Food + Culture [St. Peter Stiftskeller.]( I Ate at the World's Oldest Restaurant and It Does Not Look How You'd Expect It opened over 1,200 years ago, in 803 AD. [READ MORE]( [Sky ladder]( Climbing Austria's Sky Ladder Is Among the Coolest Adventures in Europe A unique attraction offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountain range. [READ MORE]( Epic Stays Take the headache out of planning and check out our staff picks for places to stay [Austria places to stay]( [Austria places to stay]( [Austria places to stay]( [Austria places to stay]( [Austria places to stay]( [Austria places to stay]( [Austria places to stay]( [Epic Stays TikTok]( [Open email in your web browser and bookmark for your next trip]( FOLLOW US AND FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE [Facebook]( [Linkedin]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [TikTok]( [Pinterest]( [X.com]( [Threads]( [Update your email frequency and topic preferences here](. Or [unsubscribe from our newsletter.]( We'll be here when you need us! Copyright © 2023 Matador Network, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Matador Network, PO Box 7775, Suite 40021, San Francisco, CA 94120, United States