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Experience a vibrant cultural scene

Austria is recognised worldwide as a country synonymous with culture. And truly, culture here does flourish impressively with the list of events taking place in cities, towns and villages throughout the country. It is not only theater that gives the country a festive appearance, but also the many concerts and exhibitions, dance performances and readings. The focus is always on light, cheerful enjoyment, and it is the combination of artistic quality with good food and drink that is unique in Austria.

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    Schoenbrunn Palace © Schloß Schönbrunn Kultur- und Betriebsges.m.b.H. / Julius Silver

    Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert

    On May 30, 2013, the Vienna Plharmonic Orchestra gives a FREE concert at Schoenbrunn Palace. This year's program features works by Richard Wagner and Guiseppe Verdi.

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    Forchtenstein Fortress © Esterházy Betriebe GmbH

    Esterházy – Cultural Highlights

    The Esterházy princes were one of the most significant dynasties in Europe and made their mark on European history across the centuries.

    Learn more about the cultural highlights of the Esterhazy
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    Schoenbrunn Palace © Schloß Schönbrunn Kultur- und Betriebsges.m.b.H. / Julius Silver

    Welcome to Imperial Austria!

    “Imperial Austria” offers you a world of imperial attractions in Austria. It’s member institutions are dedicated to a high-quality representation of the imperial legacy

    Learn more about Imperial Austria
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    Island in the river mur, Graz © Oesterreich Werbung, Viennaslide

    Architecture in Austria

    Austria’s diverse arachitectural landscape include imposing imperial buildings, spectacular art-deco architecture as well as contemporary masterpieces.

    Explore Architecture in Austria
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    Stephansdom Vienna © Österreich Werbung / Wiesenhofer

    Austria's Top Attractions

    Austria and culture are an inseparable unit. Here is a selection of top attractions that should undoubtedly not be missed when visiting Austria.

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    Passion for Tradition

    Yodeling and electronic music. Rustic farm-house museums and glittering skyscrapers. In Austria, beloved traditions and innovation happily coexist, each nurturing the other. Here, we’d like to focus on the centuries old, uniquely Austrian customs that were passed on from generation to generation, such as the intricate traditional costumes from the Bregenzerwald, or the art of mask-carving in Tirol.

    Find out about beloved Austrian Traditions
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    Festivals for all Senses

    Austria’s diverse cultural offerings include over 200 festivals, stretching from world scale events to small regional gatherings. Many of them make use of Austria’s beautiful surroundings and most of them offer an outstanding culinary menu to accompany the cultural experience.

    Festivals in Austria
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    vienna state opera © wien staatsoper

    The easiest way to get tickets

    A trip to Austria would not be the same without a visit to the opera or a concert. Get tickets ahead of time to ensure entry to the concert or festival of your dreams

    Get your tickets now
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    Museum of Fine Arts © Österreich Werbung/ Diejun

    Time-Honored yet Trendy: Austria's Cities

    Austria’s cities fascinate with their monumental buildings spanning all major epochs from Gothic to Renaissance, from Baroque to Jugendstil, and Post Modernism. Historic settings for modern events, leisurely shopping tours and wonderful culinary experiences. Let yourself be charmed!

    More on Austria's top cities
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    Music Festival in Grafenegg, Lower Austria © Philipp Horak

    Music in Austria

    In Austria you can expect a first-class musical experience, whether it's a concert in the rooms of a Baroque palace, at the Opera House or at one of the many festivals.

    Learn more about music in Austria
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    vienna boys choir © www.lukasbeck.com

    Austria - True Luxury at any Price

    Discover truly luxurious experiences in Austria. Immerse yourself in its unique cultural heritage and distinctive imperial history. Enjoy the romance of palaces, castles or country inns, dine in some of Europe’s best and most inventive restaurants, featuring local, sustainable cuisine or enjoy an enchanting train ride, just like the emperor did a century ago.

    Experience true Austrian luxury
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    Belvedere Vienna

    Vienna - for gay travelers

    You know Vienna for it's music and culture, for the coffee houses (yes, we did have coffee houses 300 years before Starbucks, or at least that’s what tradition tells us), for the Opera and for the Imperial history that the city still showcases everywhere.

    Learn more about Vienna
 

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What truly distinguishes Austria as a culinary Mecca is the incredible variety of tastes that make up our cuisine. Add to that award-winning wines that are taking America and the world by storm.
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Top Events in Austria

 

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Liszt Festival Raiding
01.01.2013 - 31.10.2013

Music+
08.01.2013 - 28.06.2013

International Brahms Music Festival
20.01.2013 - 24.03.2013

 
 

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