Austria is a beautiful country. It is filled with all sorts of wonderfully diverse things to do, see, and explore. It is quite compact, but it is beautiful and worth the visit. Many people refer to the capital city as the city with the highest quality of life. So when you’re there, how can you enjoy the best quality holiday? Here are a few tips to help you have a great vacation in beautiful Austria.
1. Getting Around
Vienna, the capital city of Austria, is likely where you’ll be spending most, if not all, of your time. Fortunately for visitors, it has an excellent public transport system that is very easy for people to navigate. You can purchase tickets that are valid for a week, month, or even on an annual basis. Buying tickets ahead of time can result in discounted prices, a bonus for any traveller. It is important that you buy a ticket before entering the underground. Most people are familiar with barriers being in place before they can access the underground, but this is not the case in Austria. If you fail to buy a ticket and hop on the underground, you will be fined a hefty fine of more than 100 euros. If you don’t like the idea of public transport, there are also taxi services everywhere. For example, if you google taxi Bratislava Vienna, you will find all sorts of different taxi services available for that route. This makes it easy for you to choose the best option for you. If you don’t need to travel long distances, consider walking around or even renting a bicycle if the weather permits it.
2. Download Useful Apps
One of the best things you can do, and this is not just for trips to Austria, is download useful apps. When in Vienna, you can use a public transport app called qando. This app is great for helping you get around the city. It navigates the quickest routes for you to use to get around the city and gives you real-time information on all of the U-Bahn lines. If you are looking for a decent restaurant, whether it’s before breakfast, lunch, or dinner, use Wien Isst. It gives you information about 5,000 of Vienna’s restaurants so that you can choose the best one for you. It is free for the first month, which is great if you’re only visiting for a few weeks.
3. Learn Basic Phrases
It’s always good to learn a few basic words, especially greetings and how to say thank you. But it will stand you in good stead to learn a bit more. Learn things like how to order certain menu items like a beer or a certain meal. German can be a bit tricky, and it’s important to remember that Austrian German is not the same as German-German. Even if your grammar is a bit off, no one will judge you. Everyone appreciates it when people take the time and put in some effort to learn the local language. A quick tip for dinner reservations: in German, “half-7” means 6:30 pm. They say half an hour to a time and not half an hour past a time. A small semantic, but very important to avoid confusion. Say “seven-thirty” if you want to book for half-past seven.
4. Packing
Austria’s beautiful alpine scenery will naturally draw you into its beautiful wilderness. Packing a good pair of walking boots for the Austrian Countryside is essential. The weather can be a bit unpredictable, with storms in the summer months, but don’t let that stop you from packing a swimsuit. If you are visiting in the summer, be sure that you have one in so that you can enjoy the beautiful lakes scattered around. Pack a variety of clothing to avoid getting caught off guard.
5. Budgeting
Although it’s not the most expensive European country, Austria can still be quite costly. You can do a variety of free activities, such as visiting museums with free entry on certain days, or you can book tickets in advance for reduced rates. Not to mention it is expected that you tip at least 10% when you eat at a restaurant. You don’t have to miss out on everything because you’re sticking to your budget.
6. Get a City Card
If you enjoy a good discount, invest in a Vienna City Card. This gives you access to a variety of cultural gems scattered around the city and even gives you access to free transport. Vienna isn’t the only city that offers this. If you are visiting another city in Austria, look into whether they have something similar.
Austria is a beautiful place. It is packed with gorgeous gems for you to explore, and by implementing these tips, you’ll ensure that you have a great vacation.
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