Austria is a country rich in culture, music, history, and breathtaking landscapes — and at Austria Tours & Travel, we make exploring it effortless, inspiring, and truly personal. Based in Vienna and deeply connected to the destinations we share, we … Read More
Author Archives: Lisa
The Sweet Genius Behind DO & CO’s Most Iconic Illustration
If you’ve ever grabbed a DO & CO menu or dessert box and spotted a uniformed old-timer gleefully licking his way toward a slice of Sachertorte, you’ve already met the work of Erich Sokol — whether you realized it or … Read More
Another ode to the Wien Museum
Discovering the Wien Museum A Family Adventure in Vienna If you are planning a trip to Vienna and searching for a cultural stop that both children and adults will genuinely enjoy the Wien Museum should be at the very top … Read More
Vienna Freyung Christmas Market 2025: Vienna’s Oldest Charm
Looking for a truly authentic Viennese Advent experience away from the biggest crowds? Then step back in time at the Altwiener Christkindlmarkt on the Freyung! This exquisite market, nestled in Vienna’s historic First District, is a must-visit for anyone seeking … Read More
Why Vienna’s Flak Towers Are Essential for Any WWII History Trip
Explore Vienna’s WWII History: A 5-Hour Tour of Flak Towers and Wartime Sites If you’re interested in discovering authentic World War II history in Vienna, our 5-hour WWII tour offers one of the most comprehensive experiences in the city. Designed … Read More
Christmas magic in Vienna
Vienna has a unique ability to feel both grand and intimate at the same time—nowhere is this contrast more enchanting than in the hidden alleys of the First District. Just steps away from iconic landmarks like St. Stephen’s Cathedral, you’ll … Read More
Ice skating at Schönbrunn castle- not fun for the WHOLE family
But fun for 90% of the family! This year families can enjoy hay bales, ice skating, a light show, ferris wheel, TWO carousels, and much more! Definitely worth checking out! And of course the Glühwein cannot be skipped! If you’re … Read More
Antonio Canova’s masterpiece “Theseus defeats the Centaur”
Step into the world of heroic myth and sculptural brilliance with Antonio Canova’s magnificent marble group Theseus Defeats the Centaur, displayed at Vienna’s Kunsthistorisches Museum. Created between circa 1805 and 1819, this dramatic work captures the Greek hero Theseus in … Read More
Vienna’s most family-friendly Christmas market
There’s something utterly charming about stumbling into a twinkling Advent village… and even more so when that village has vintage street-cars tucked between brick halls. Such is the magic of the Christmas market at the Remise in Vienna. 🎄 Why … Read More