Vienna, Austria is a fantastic base for anyone wanting to do day trips to other European cities close by. Vienna is conveniently bordered by eight countries which are only hours away. Travel options include exploring independently or as part of a guided tour. What are the best Vienna days trips to do?
Keep reading the 5 best day trips to do from Vienna; Salzburg, Prague, Budapest, Parndorf and Bratislava.
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Salzburg
Salzburg is a popular day trip from Vienna. Located in western Austria, 295 kilometres (183 miles) away, it is the ideal day tour destination. Regular trains depart Vienna taking you on a picturesque journey through the Austrian countryside to Salzburg. A guided tour can also be arranged to get you Salzburg.
When in Salzburg, why not check out the Bavarian Mountains and Salt Mines tour. Or fancy going on a Sound of Music tour to see all the famous movie sights?
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Prague
Our next destination is Prague in the Czech Republic. An Eastern European gem 333 kms (207 miles) north east of Vienna and known as “the City of Spheres”, Prague is a popular day tour choice.
Gather around the Astronomical Clock In Prague with tourists and locals, to watch the clock strike on the hour. Or walk across the Charles Bridge listening to the buskers and watching the artists. How about going to touch the statue of St John of Nepomuk. The tradition says that if you rub the bronze plaque, you’ll one day return to Prague and be blessed with good luck.
Budapest
The dynamic city of Budapest in Hungary is 243 kilometres (151 miles) south east of Vienna.
Guided tours take you to all the city highlights including attractions like the Parliament Building, Heroes Square, Fisherman’s Bastion and the Buda and Pest sections of the city.
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Parndorf
Love American style shopping outlets? Then Parndorf Designer Outlets located 48 kilometres (30 miles) south east of Vienna is the place for you! The shopping is your typical outlet stores with massive discounted prices off Recommend Retail Prices (RRP).
Buses depart regularly from the Vienna Opera House taking you directly to Parndorf Designer Outlets. A round trip is about one hour.
Bratislava
Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia is 79 kms (49 miles) east of Vienna. Being so close to Vienna, it is a great day trip if you don’t want to travel too far. Transport from Vienna to Bratislave is by bus, train or by car.
The main attractions in Bratislava include; Bratislava Castle, Old town, and St Martin’s Cathedral.
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