Attractions

Heidelberg:

Philosophenweg: At the top of the hill across the River Neckar, Philosophenweg provides a wonderful view of the oldest part of the city.
Heiligenberg: The nearby mountain boasts a wonderful view over the old town.

Thingstätte Located on top of Heiligenberg, the open-air theatre was built by the Nazi regime in 1934 to host propaganda events.

Heiligenberg: The remnants of a wall ancient Celts built to keep Germanic tribes out, Heiligenberg contains the ruins of a 10th-century cloister.

Kurpfälzisches Museum: On the Hauptstrasse, this museum contains interesting exhibits of items from Heidelberg's pre-history up to modern times.

Heiliggeistkirche: One of many large and small churches in Heidelberg, Heiliggeistkirche is the church with the most interesting past. During the dark ages, it was the shelter of the Bibliotheka Palatina, Germany's oldest library. The Bibliotheka was stolen and brought to Rome but eventually returned in pieces.

Universitätsplatz: Located in the old city and adjacent to the old armory, which is now a student cafeteria, the university district is a vibrant and beautiful part of town. Parts of the original Bibliotheka can be visited in the University Library.

Lucerne:

The Chapel Bridge: This 14th-century Chapel Bridge is the most recognizable landmark in Lucerne and is said to be the oldest wood bridge in Europe.

Mount Pilatus: The stunning view from Mount Pilatus is well worth the short journey from Lucerne. Take the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to the top.

The Swiss Transport Museum: With its large collection of trains, planes, automobiles, and motorcycles, this transportation museum is a great place to spend an afternoon. If you get tired of the real train engines you can check out the model railroad or the miniature working steam train.

The Old City Wall: The medieval town wall was built in the 15th century and was used by knights in defense of the town. Enjoy a great panoramic view of Lucerne from one of the towers.

The Dying Lion Monument: Carved in the early 1800’s in honor of the 700 Swiss Guards who died trying to protect Louis XVI, this famous monument was chiseled into the sandstone cliffs above Lucerne.

Glacier Garden: Built around a glacial pothole from the Ice Age, this museum displays artifacts from throughout Lucerne’s history.

The Picasso Museum: Arriving uninvited at Picasso’s villa, Life magazine’s photo correspondent David Douglas Duncan was welcomed by Picasso and his family. Over the next few years, Duncan produced an intimate portrait of the artist’s day-to-day life, and 200 of these photographs are displayed in the Am-Rhyn-Haus, a beautiful 17th-century building.
Innsbruck:

Triumphal Arch: The arch separates the main street, with Marie-Theresien-Strasse to the north and Leopoldstrasse to the south. Built in the Roman style, it commemorates the wedding of the Duke of Tuscany and also serves as a memorial to the Emperor Francis.

Saint Anna’s Column: This column was erected in celebration of the withdrawal of Bavarian forces during the war of Spanish Succession in 1703. A statue of the Virgin Mary sits atop, and it incorporates several Christian figures at the base.

Swarovski Kristallwelten: A wonderland of crystal, the “Swarovski Crystal World” displays works by artists past and present.

Tiroler Volkskunstmuseum: Contained within a historic abbey, this museum is dedicated to the popular arts and crafts of the local people of Tyrol, displaying costumes, furniture and religious items.

Dom zu St. Jakob: The cathedral is ornately decorated. The walls and ceilings are lined with striking frescoes while the altar overwhelms with gilt.

Alpenzoo: The Alpenzoo is home to a large collection of animals native to the alps.

Munich:

Munich is a global hub for business and tourism, and there is more than enough to keep visitors busy. Save time for the famous Munich Glockenspiel situated in the main town hall building and the Holy Mary statue located in the centre of the Marienplatz. The impressive Frauenkirche church is a must see, and the Viktualien Market is one the best shopping areas.

The Pinakothek der Moderne museum specializes in modern paintings, sculptures, jewelry, graphic art, and architecture. The world-class collections contained in Alte Pinakothek, Neue Pinakothek, the Glyptothek museum of Greek and Roman sculptures, and the Lenbach House are enough to keep any museum-lover busy.

The 15th-century Gothic Church of Our Lady is one of Munich's unmistakable landmarks. The building has two high towers that offer a remarkable picturesque view of Munich and the nearby Alps. Just a stone's throw from here is probably the most famous tavern in the world: the Hofbräuhaus beer hall. Every day, around 10,000 liters of beer are served in the taproom, restaurant, banqueting hall and beer garden. Another sightseeing highlight includes the Olympic center, where the Olympic Games were held in 1972. The stadium is used as a venue for sporting events as well as open-air festivals, playing host to the likes of the Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi and Robbie Williams.

Salzburg:

Schloss Hellbrunn: A popular spot for outings from Salzburg, the 17th century palace was once the summer house and hunting lodge for Prince-Archbishop Markus Sittikus. The beautiful, baroque formal gardens are known for their trick fountains, so take care as you walk through.
Getreidegasse: A long, narrow street running parallel to the river in the center of town. The stores on this street are famous for the traditional signs of profession marking each doorway.

Hohensalzburg Fortress: Located on top of a mountain, the Festung offers breathtaking views of Salzburg and the Alps. The only house in the field below is the executioner's residence. The fortress houses a museum of medieval weapons and instruments of torture.

Mozarts Geburtshaus: The former residence of the Mozart family, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born here on January 27, 1756. The house is now a popular museum devoted to Mozart and his family, with interesting memorabilia and letters.

Schloss Mirabell: Located right next to the Salzach river and the Mozarteum University of Music and Arts, this beautiful castle and gardens was built by an archbishop for his beloved courtesan. Inside, you will find the marble stairs of Raffael Donner, and the world's most beautiful wedding hall, the Marble Hall.

St. Sebastian Cemetery: Here you can visit the grave of Mozart's wife, Constanze Weber-Nissen, as well as the must-see Mausoleum of Archbishop Wolfdietrich

St Peter's Church, Cemetery, and Catacombs: The small catacombs carved into the nearby cliffside are the highlight of this sight. Climb up the hill to see the small chapels and a great view.

The Untersberg: Less than 16 km (10 mi) from Salzburg, a variety of paths lead to the top of this popular mountain. However, most people use the cable car that lifts passengers over 1300m to the stunning Geiereck peak.

Vienna:

The streets of Vienna are filled with imperialistic monuments, palaces, museums and opera houses.

Stephansdom: Vienna’s most important gothic building, the Stephansdom is a famous landmark that houses thousands of art treasures. The two-hundred year construction of the dome began in the 13th century.

Kaisergruft: Since 1633, members of the Habsburg dynasty lie in this “Imperial Crypt.” In 1989, the last person to be buried there was empress Zita, the wife of the last Austrian emperor Karl I.

Dorotheergasse: This was a private church of the Hapsburgs where they celebrated many family weddings.

Kohlmarkt: Located in the narrow, Old Town, the Kohlmarkt is Vienna’s most lavish shopping mile. Here is the traditional Kaffehaus Demel—the famous bakery that provided the empress Sissi with sweets, such as lilac ice cream.

Hofburg: More than seven centuries of Hapsburg emperors reigned from this castle, and the world famous Vienna Boys Choir performs here on Sundays. The Hofburg still serves as the official residence of the president.

Schönbrunn Palace: The former summer residence of the emperor’s family, the palace is one of the most beautiful baroque buildings in Europe. The enormous wide park offers a palm house, a labyrinth and a famous zoo. It has been selected as a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site.