| Less well known as a romantic destination than | | | | Vienna is great to visit in winter when the streets |
| the somewhat clichéd Paris – the Austrian | | | | are covered in soft snow: the city becomes a |
| capital of Vienna is one of the most beautiful, | | | | glorious Yuletide parade of colour and music in |
| sophisticated and vibrant cities of the world. Its | | | | which you can enjoy Gluwein from the Christmas |
| blend of historical and cultural heritage mixed with | | | | markets stalls and take in the festive street spirit. |
| majestic boulevards, medieval streets and ornate | | | | And if you get cold, step into the |
| courtyards, radiates old world charm and magic. | | | | Schmetterlinghaus (Butterfly house) - a dreamy |
| But it’s not just architecture that makes | | | | enclave containing more than 150 different species |
| Vienna a prime spot for a romantic getaway; the | | | | of butterflies, which maintains a cosy temperature |
| cobbled streets are lined with superb Viennese | | | | of 26C throughout the year. |
| coffee houses, from where you can try an | | | | To inject some real romance into your stay, why |
| Austrian fruit tea and the city’s famous | | | | not take a room in one of Vienna’s grand |
| pastries. Wander onwards and you’ll find | | | | hotels such as Hotel Sacher, with its blissfully |
| cosmopolitan shops, museums and fantastic | | | | romantic décor such as white and gold rococo |
| restaurants to wine and dine in. Try the traditional | | | | furniture, pink marble bathrooms and views of the |
| Wiener schnitzel or beef goulash, both staple | | | | opera house? Or, how about a stay in |
| dishes in Vienna, or perhaps grab a Wiener from a | | | | Vienna’s first boutique hotel - the Hotel Das |
| Wustelstand as you walk past. | | | | Treist - with its laid back élan, colourful interior |
| For the evenings, why not sample an opera, ballet | | | | and chic Italian restaurant? |
| or concert? Vienna boasts a proud musical | | | | Getting to this romantic Austrian paradise is quick |
| heritage and has produced a number of renowned | | | | and easy with cheap flights to Vienna from |
| artistic geniuses, such as Schubert, Brahms and | | | | London taking just over two hours. So if |
| Mozart. There are hundreds of bars, clubs and | | | | you’re looking for a romantic destination to |
| music venues across the city offering countless | | | | woo your partner, Vienna - the city of high |
| opportunities to enjoy classical concerts - but | | | | culture and old world charm - is the perfect place |
| make sure you book in advance, as | | | | to visit. |
| performances at major venues sell out fast! | | | | |