{"id":25197,"date":"2018-04-04T15:40:06","date_gmt":"2018-04-04T15:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/?p=25197"},"modified":"2018-04-11T15:49:26","modified_gmt":"2018-04-11T15:49:26","slug":"vienna-vs-salzburg-which-austrian-city-should-you-choose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/vienna-vs-salzburg-which-austrian-city-should-you-choose\/","title":{"rendered":"Vienna vs. Salzburg: Which Austrian City Should You Choose?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\">Heading to Austria, but aren\u2019t exactly sure which cities to add to your agenda? We don\u2019t blame you; it\u2019s much easier to compare big-name destinations like Paris and London rather than lesser-visited cities in Austria. With that in mind, we\u2019ve made a side-by-side guide to help you compare the country&#8217;s two most popular destinations: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Vienna-Hotels.d178316.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vienna<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Salzburg-Hotels.d180020.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salzburg<\/a>.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>THINGS TO DO<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-25255 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-st-pauls-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-st-pauls.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-st-pauls-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-st-pauls-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-st-pauls-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>Vienna<\/strong><br \/>\nWhere traditional and modern collide, Vienna is the perfect place to explore contrast. Enjoy&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austria.info\/us\/austria\/stunning-and-surprising-art-architecture\/st-stephen-cathedral?preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>St. Stephen\u2019s Cathedral<\/strong><\/span><\/a>&nbsp;for a Gothic twist, then head to the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mumok.at\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\">Museum of Modern Art<\/span><\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;for a contemporary fix. Make sure to catch a performance of the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mozart.co.at\/home_en.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Vienna Mozart Orchestra<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/a>and head to Vienna\u2019s 19th district for some wine. The 19th district, located near the Vienna Woods, is famous for rustic wine taverns.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-25250 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-palace-and-gardens-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-palace-and-gardens.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-palace-and-gardens-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-palace-and-gardens-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-palace-and-gardens-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>Salzburg<\/strong><br \/>\nWe know what you\u2019re thinking:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/things-to-do\/the-original-sound-of-music-tour.a447624.activity-details\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\">Sound of Music Tour<\/span><\/strong><\/a>. While definitely something to check out, this isn\u2019t the only attraction in Salzburg! Ride the funicular cable car up to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.salzburg.info\/en\/sights\/top10\/hohensalzburg-fortress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Hohensalzburg Fortress<\/strong><\/span><\/a>&nbsp;or check out&nbsp;<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Mirabell Palace and Gardens<\/strong><\/span>, one of the finest palace grounds in Austria. Music lovers will love touring&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/things-to-do\/city-tour-with-admission-to-mozarts-residence.a447668.activity-details\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Mozart\u2019s Residence<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, and fashion gurus will thrive in the shops on&nbsp;<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Getreidegasse<\/strong><\/span>.&nbsp;<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><strong><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\">DINING<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-25254 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-food-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-food.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-food-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-food-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-food-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>Vienna<\/strong><br \/>\nBudget travelers and students rejoice over the concept of \u201cpay as you wish,\u201d which is alive and well at Vienna\u2019s&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/deewan.at\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\">Der Wiener Deewan<\/span><\/a><\/strong>. Featuring an all-you-can eat Pakistani buffet, this low-cost haven has built a great community on the foundation of good food for all, at whatever price you can afford. For a true Viennese experience you must visit a&nbsp;<i>beisl&nbsp;<\/i>(Viennese pub) such as&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.zureisernenzeit.at\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\">Zur eisernen Zeit<\/span><\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reinthalersbeisl.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Reinthaler<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. At a beisl, taste classic Viennese cuisine like tafelspitz (boiled beef or veal) and schnitzel.&nbsp;<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-25251 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-pretzel-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-pretzel.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-pretzel-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-pretzel-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-pretzel-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>Salzburg<\/strong><br \/>\nFor locally sourced ingredients with a gourmet flair,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ludwig-burger.at\/salzburg\/burger.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\">Ludwig<\/span><\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is the on-trend gourmet burger joint to visit in Salzburg. Get your fill of vitamins, proteins and greens at Ludwig so that you can justify the inevitable carb-fest when you visit&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salzburg.info\/en\/dining-shopping\/markets\/gruenmarkt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\">Gr\u00fcnmarkt<\/span><\/a><\/strong>. While a smorgasbord of fresh fruits and veggies are available here, as well as meats and cheeses, let\u2019s be honest; the real reason to visit Gr\u00fcnmarkt is for the giant pretzels.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>SLEEP<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_25249\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25249\" class=\"size-large wp-image-25249\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/magdas-hotel-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/magdas-hotel.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/magdas-hotel-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/magdas-hotel-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/magdas-hotel-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25249\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Magdas Hotel<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Vienna<br \/>\n<\/strong>For a city rich in history, Vienna boasts a surprisingly modern and design-centric hotel scene. You can&#8217;t beat the location at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Vienna-Hotels-Motel-One-Wien-Hauptbahnhof.h10351283.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Motel One Wien Hauptbahnhof<\/strong><\/a> which is located next to the main train station (hence the name) and also happens to be sleek, modern and reasonably priced. Every room is unique at the quirky and charming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Vienna-Hotels-Magdas-HOTEL.h9767510.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hotel Magdas<\/strong><\/a>, which is about a 30-minute walk from city center, but close to amusement park Prater. There&#8217;s also the wildly vibrant and colorful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Vienna-Hotels-25hours-Hotel-At-MuseumsQuartier.h1943117.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>25hours Hotel<\/strong><\/a> located near Parliament and the city&#8217;s main museums.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_25248\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25248\" class=\"size-large wp-image-25248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/ar-hotel-salzburg-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/ar-hotel-salzburg.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/ar-hotel-salzburg-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/ar-hotel-salzburg-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/ar-hotel-salzburg-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25248\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">artHotel Blaue Gans<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Salzburg<br \/>\n<\/strong>Rest easy in Salzburg. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Salzburg-Hotels-Boutiquehotel-Am-Dom.h2534475.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Boutiquehotel am Dom <\/strong><\/a>is paradoxically sleek and modern even though it&#8217;s located in the heart of the old city. Close to all the city&#8217;s main attractions, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Salzburg-Hotels-Arthotel-Blaue-Gans.h1211443.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>artHotel Blaue Gans<\/strong><\/a> has the distinction of being both the city&#8217;s first boutique hotel and oldest accommodations (it was originally an inn dating back to 1350). Splurge a little at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Salzburg-Hotels-Hotel-Goldener-Hirsch.h15907.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hotel Goldener Hirsch<\/strong><\/a>, a centrally located luxury hotel featuring Old World charm and classic Austrian cuisine at its onsite restaurants.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>GETTING AROUND<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>Vienna<\/strong><br \/>\nThe&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wien.gv.at\/english\/transportation-urbanplanning\/public-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Vienna Transport<\/strong><\/span><\/a>&nbsp;network is fast and reliable; it consists of the U-Bahn, the bus and streetcars. The city has a uniform fare for every form of transport, but for benefits and extra discounts, it\u2019s worth it to purchase a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wien.info\/en\/travel-info\/vienna-city-card\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Vienna Card<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. For travelers who would rather get around using the hop-on-hop-off buses rather than public transport, there is a separate Vienna Card option that caters to this.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>Salzburg<\/strong><br \/>\nSalzburg\u2019s public transport consists of buses and trams, which operate on the same ticket with a uniform fare. One journey costs \u20ac1.90 from a Tabak Trafik kiosk (\u20ac2.10 from the driver) but a 24-hour ticket can be purchased for just \u20ac5. The&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salzburg.info\/en\/travel-info\/infos\/bustaxi_az_11089\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\">BusTaxi<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>is a safe way to get home at night; it costs \u20ac3 and runs along fixed routes. However, Salzburg is a city easily explored on foot or by bike, which is arguably the best way to see it.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\"><strong>Bottom line<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_25253\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25253\" class=\"wp-image-25253 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-architecture-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-architecture.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-architecture-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-architecture-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vienna-architecture-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25253\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vienna<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\">Museums and architecture win out in Vienna. Either city will satisfy if you are planning a culture trip, but Vienna\u2019s museums top those in Salzburg. Additionally, Vienna\u2019s dedication to both modern and storied architecture styles brings a level of contrast that is interesting and aesthetically pleasing.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_25252\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25252\" class=\"wp-image-25252 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-alps-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-alps.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-alps-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-alps-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/salzburg-alps-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-25252\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Salzburg<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\">As far as mountain scenery and outdoor adventures go, Salzburg comes out on top. While Vienna boasts enormous, well-manicured&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wien.gv.at\/english\/environment\/parks\/stadtpark.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Stadtpark<\/strong><\/span><\/a>&nbsp;and a location adjacent to beautiful&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wien.info\/en\/sightseeing\/excursions\/vienna-woods\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s2\"><strong>Vienna Woods<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, it simply can\u2019t beat Salzburg\u2019s access to the Alps. You can take a stroll in Vienna, but you can take a hike in Salzburg.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\">However, if you\u2019re looking for rich history, delectable dishes, and constant access to musical concerts you&#8217;ll win either way. While Vienna is more centralized and public systems are slightly more accessible, Salzburg holds its own as a smaller, quieter getaway.<span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-p1\"><span class=\"m_-1026909398982840752gmail-s1\">Which will you choose, Vienna or Salzburg? Our pick: Hit them both!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve made a side-by-side guide to help you compare the country&#8217;s two most popular destinations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":113,"featured_media":25252,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[160],"tags":[997,656,1142],"class_list":["post-25197","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-city","tag-austria","tag-salzburg","tag-vienna"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Vienna vs. Salzburg: Which Austrian City Should You Choose?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Heading to Austria, but aren\u2019t exactly sure which cities to add to your agenda? We don\u2019t blame you! 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