Austria is a magical destination year-round. In the summer, the hills are full of hikers taking in the many scenic trails. The cities of Salzburg, Innsbruck and Vienna are filled with tourists visiting castles, palaces, museums and other fascinating sights. In the winter months when the Austrian Alps become a playground for skiers of every ability who come to enjoy superb skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and numerous other winter sports.  

Austria is also an idyllic holiday destination for couples, especially in the winter. There’s nothing more romantic than riding in a horse-drawn carriage under the stars on your way to a restaurant to dine on hearty goulash and sip Glühwein. Let’s not forget Austria’s legendary pastries such as sachertorte, a dense chocolate cake created in 1832 for Prince Metternich in Vienna. No matter when you visit, you’ll find Austrians are warm and welcoming, and their little towns and villages charming and authentic. 

Things to do in Austria 

• Visit the imperial Hofburg Palace in Vienna.  
• See the earth’s most extensive system of ice caves, the spectacular World of the Ice Giants.  
• Explore historic Innsbruck, capital of the Tirol.  
• Climb Grossglockner, Austria’s highest mountain peak.  
• Go shopping in Salzburg’s traditional Christmas markets.  
• Enjoy windsurfing, sailing and swimming on Lake Attersee.  
• Go to a spa, have a sauna and then jump into icy water in the snow. 
• Visit the charming little village of Hallstatt, one of Austria’s most picturesque.  
• Spend time in one of Vienna’s traditional coffee houses.  
• Enjoy skiing in one of Austria’s beautiful Alpine resorts.  

Spectacular tourist attractions, excellent skiing for beginners, amateurs and experts, delightful cuisine, charming towns and villages and friendly people make Austria an unforgettable destination for a holiday. Book your Austria holiday package with Thompsons Holidays today.