City: Burgenland
Top Things to do in Burgenland
The 10 Best Things to Do in Burgenland, Austria
Burgenland (German pronunciation: [ˈbʊʁɡn̩lant] ( listen); Hungarian: Őrvidék; Croatian: Gradišće; Slovene: Gradiščanska; Czech: Hradsko; is the easternmost and least populous state of Austria. It consists of two statutory cities and seven rural districts, with in total 171 municipalities. It is 166 km (103 mi) long from north to south but much narrower from west to east (5 km (3.1 mi) wide at Sieggraben). The region is part of the Centrope Project.
Restaurants in Burgenland
1. Kurpark
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4.5 based on 175 reviews
2. Familypark
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4.5 based on 179 reviews
Approximately 15 km from Eisenstadt the Familypark is located in the village of St. Margarethen. What started almost 50 years ago as small fairytale forest is today Austria’s biggest leisure park. With near to 500.000 guests per season and an area of approx. 20 soccer fields (145.000 m²) the park offer entertainment and adventure for the whole family. In 4 themed worlds the park offers everything that is expected from a leisure park: From carussells to roller coasters, climbing and experience areas to a petting zoo and an enchanted fairytale forest. Every year there is, of course, something new to explore. Highlight 2015: Leonardos Flying Machine The new big attraction for 2015! Follow in the footsteps of the famous inventor and visionary, Leonardo Da Vinci. Take a flight aboard his flying machine and feel as free as a bird, circling in the sky. The moving wings allow you to make your flight an individual experience. You decide whether you want a laid-back flight or wish to embark on an exciting flying adventure. This is an extraordinary attraction, which is completely unique in Austria! All attractions of Familypark are located in an idyllic park area that can be easily discovered by strollers or wheelchairs. 11 different restauration area take offer you a vast variety of culinary delights. The Familypark Seasons starts end of March/beginning of April and lasts until 26th of October. But don’t miss the new highlight of Halloween in Familypark, which takes place around Halloween. Experience the park from its scary perspective. All rides will be open by night and a lot of specials are offered.
Reviewed By lbl123 - Hungary
Brutal qeue at the cash on the sun, be careful. Good attractions for the whole family, Try the rollercoster, there is a beauty view to the Neusidler see/Fertő tó.
3. Schlosspark Laxenburg
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4.5 based on 172 reviews
The castle garden of Laxenburg with its huge area, the old castle, the Blauer Hof or Franzensburg castle is one of the most famous monuments of garden design in Austria. The arrangement today from the 18th and 19th century follows a long tradition since the 13th century.
Reviewed By NarisaB - Vienna, Austria
Schloss Laxenburg was imperial Palaces in the town of Laxenburg, Lower Austria. The Castles became a Habsburg possession in 1333 and formerly served as a summer retreat, the large garden is truly beautiful, favorite place for local people with friends and family, the Castles today are used for events, Concerts museum.
4. Fire Tower (Tuztorony)
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4.5 based on 241 reviews
Reviewed By Alyson K - North Shields, United Kingdom
We were staying in Austria but close to the border so we travelled down to Sopron from Jois and had a look around this wonderful town. The fire tower is the most dominate building in the centre mainly because of it's purpose. It was used in the past as a look out for fires starting up. You can visit go up to the top for a wonderful view. Highly recommended
5. Esterhazy Palace
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4.5 based on 178 reviews
Reviewed By ozpd70 - Aberdeen
The formerly spectacular palace has seen far better times having suffered great indignations since the losses of the Habsburg empire and successive occupations led to disrepair. Gradually being returned to glory, we enjoyed our guided tour of that part now open but we understand it has now closed for 2 years of further renovation which hopefully will make it spectacular and bring many tourists to this quiet corner of the country
6. Nationalpark Neusiedler See – Seewinkel
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By Waxwing60 - Leeds, United Kingdom
We have just spent five days here in early September on a self-planned birding and general "outdoor" trip. We had a great time, and will return, but will choose another season next time. The place has a very good infrastructure for access, particularly for cyclists, who dominate the tracks. But although it is called a National Park. farming interests dominate, at least in summer and autumn. This is wine growing country, and the farmers use very noisy devices to keep the birds off the vines - gas guns that explode every few minutes, loud shrieks that are supposed, presumably, to sound like predators but are actually like nothing on earth, and worst of all things that definitely sound like devices dropped from passing aeroplanes that are about to blow your head off. It was ironic (to put it at its kindest) to stand on a very expensively-provided wildlife-viewing platform and listen to this racket going on all around. Choose a (presumably) quieter time to go if you want the stillness of the natural world. Or go somewhere else, especially in the autumn, where the "National Park" isn't run by wine growers.
7. Sonnentherme Lutzmannsburg
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By Ian G - Vienna, Austria
Only one hour by car from Vienna so easy to visit for a few hours, even when its cold (0) outside there is a good selection of slides and pools to visit. Can be a bit busy but you only queue a few minutes for the main slides. Not the cheapest (around 25 Euro for an adult) but kids love it and we will definately come again.
8. Designer Outlet Parndorf
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4 based on 641 reviews
Designer brand shopping in more than 10 exclusive designer stores just 30 minutes away from Vienna and 25 minutes from Bratislava. From iconic fashion brands like Prada, Armani, Bally and Gucci to sporting labels like Nike and Adidas and high-street favourites, like Tommy Hilfiger, Polo Ralph Lauren, Guess, Diesel and Desigual - You can find your favourite labels with price reductions of up to 70%, all year round, and further discounts at our annual summer and winter sales. Our selection of carefully designed services and amenities include - Shopping until 8 pm from Monday to Thursday - Shopping until 9 pm on Fridays - Daily shuttle bus from Vienna - Global Blue Tax Refund office to claim back your tax - Modern centre information desk with multi-lingual staff - Restaurants and cafes serving local and European cuisine - Specially designed children's play areas - Free and convenient parking (3,000 parking spaces) - Exciting events like late night shopping event in March, August and Nov.
Reviewed By Sanjulina - Belgrade, Serbia
Parndorf has good discounts and many interesting shops, but every time I visited it, it was full of people, and you need to wait in a queue to enter the shop...Guess, for example is always messed up, too many people grabbing and throwing things around....All together, it is recommended to visit Parndorf on weekdays.
9. Esterhazy Palace
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4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Duncan S
This fantastic Palace is well worth a visit for those who would like to see the interiors or just enjoy a walk in the Gardens.
The only option to view the interiors is with a guide. We arranged a private viewing and can't recommend this enough. Our guide was fantastic and she explained all aspects plus gave fun details. Unlike usual rehearsed tours - this was interactive, light, really interesting and the 90 min flew by. Attila from their official website helped organize everything.
The Palace is being renovated so only 4 rooms were open. Even still - having the current Duke of the Esterhazy Family living in the palace gives it a more homely feel instead of the usual empty museum. Musical Concerts are also regularly held in the palace.
The vast original Gardens have sadly been lost but they have huge topiary hedges and beautiful avenues to wander down.
A minimum of 3 hours is needed to fully enjoy this fabulous palace that is being lovingly brought back to its original splendour!! For those needing some sustenance there are 2 restaurants directly opposite the palace with lovely views of the entrance.
10. Dorfmuseum Monchhof
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5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By OldJanxSpirit - Bratislava, Slovakia
Private open air museum showing traditional Burgenland village. Buldings are concetrated in a small (=nice) area, interiors are richly equipped. Short distance from Vienna or Bratislava, extra recommended when staying longer by eastern part of Neusiedler See.
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