3 Austria Honeymoon Destinations
Notorious as one of the most expensive countries to visit in Europe, Switzerland’s hefty price tag often wards off couples just starting their lives together and looking to celebrate. However, its next-door neighbor offers a lot of its most beloved qualities at a fraction of the cost: sweeping views of alpine mountains, shimmering blue lakes, magnificent stone castles, medieval cities and hearty cuisine. These Austria honeymoon destinations showcase the best of the country and will leave you will feeling both exhilarated and refreshed by the time you return to your regular lives.
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1) Vienna
Vienna not only serves as the governmental capital of Austria, it’s also frequently dubbed its cultural capital for its encompassment of history, music and architecture. Start your days by fueling up at one of the many coffee houses, before strolling through the scenic streets together. From churches and museums to palaces and administrative buildings, the city is home to a number of architectural marvels spanning different eras.
Even those who cringe at the thought of seeing an opera production might consider making a romantic night of it by grabbing dinner before heading to one of the city’s world-renowned opera halls. If opera is still too much of a stretch for you, consider the Vienna Mozart Orchestra. These musicians thoroughly dedicate themselves to Mozart’s craft, mastering his pieces and even dressing in historical costumes for the performances.
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2) Salzburg
Hohensalzburg Fortress, perched on a hilltop in the middle of Salzburg, sets the tone for any time spent there. It’s a shining example of the history and architecture that make the city so alluring. And for Sound of Music fans, a lot of the most delightful sights will seem familiar to you, like Mirabell Gardens and Schloss Hellbrunn, which were used as filming locations.
It must be noted that one of qualities that makes Salzburg one of the best Austria honeymoon destinations is its variety of easily accessible day trips. Whether you’re the kind of couple who likes to journey into ice caves and scale mountains or lounge lakeside and meander through fairy-tale towns, somewhere to suit your needs is well within reach. You could even hop the border into Germany and be in Munich in just ninety minutes.
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3) Innsbruck
If hitting the slopes is a big part of your relationship, Innsbruck is one of the ideal Austria honeymoon destinations for capping off a winter wedding. Host of both the 1964 and 1976 Winter Olympics, it’s no surprise that Innsbruck is perfect hub for winter sports enthusiasts. Whether you’ve been skiing or snowboarding for years or you’ve never tried it in your life, there a plenty of adventures to be had in the surrounding mountains. You may even be lucky enough to climb in a bobsled and rush down the track or witness pros taking practice runs off the Bergisel Ski Jump. If you visit in the warmer months, you can still enjoy the mountainous landscape by hiking along the far-reaching network of trails.
In addition to those highlights, Innsbruck is also suitable for those looking for a more leisurely honeymoon. The colorful Old Town is thriving with quaint shops and restaurants and cable cars can ease the task of reaching mountain tops. And while the bling in your new wedding rings is to be treasured the most, you could also check out lots of other sparkly gems at the very unique Swarovski Kristellwelten, a nearby museum highlighting the famous crystal company. No matter how you choose to spend your days, you can spend each night curled up together by a fireplace with breathtaking mountain views surrounding you.
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