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Centuries as the capital of a huge empire left a remarkably rich legacy in Vienna. Palaces, castles, cathedrals, museums, opera houses: the city has an embarrassment of cultural sites, that are invariably beautiful and (from the perspective of a 5 year-old, mostly) interesting. Particular highlights were the Stephansdom Cathedral, and the Kunsthistoriches Art Museum (which happened to be air conditioned, providing a little added incentive in the 35 degree heat).

It’s a total treasure-trove. We could have spent weeks without getting bored or running out of options.

Fountains in front of Schönbrunn Palace
Wandering through Hofburg Palace
St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
The high altar in St. Stephen’s Cathedral
Vienna State Opera
The Natural History museum and the Maria Theresa Monument
Climbing up the grand staircase of the art history museum
The opulent cafe in the art history museum
Admiring a painting in the picture gallery