Day 21-Kutschkergasse, the Jesuits, and Night Trains

July 19, 2014 Austria

One place I wanted to make sure we showed up at was the Kutschkermarkt on Kutschkergasse (avenue). Here Cory was able to pose in front of the Kutschker 44 restaurant. It wasn't open for us to have lunch.

Our next stop was the Jesuit church. Amazing pillars, art work, and an organ that played on its own but in a way to encourage visitors to move along.

Today the hot weather started. We are used to the 35 Celsius summer times but not with this 88%  humidity. UGH.

Interesting reliefs in the University area. Oh, my aching head. Check out the faces of these men 'holding' up the pillars.

The best  place to eat in Vienna is the Centimeter, found in the University area. Great prices meant for students, and incredible food sold by the ... centimeter and litre.

Time to get to the train station for our overnight train to Venice. After settling in, we enjoyed some sparkling wine while we placed our breakfast order. The sleeper also provided us with slippers, soap, and facecloth, and earplugs. Don was on the top bunk and I guess we create too much hot air, as he found it stifling and couldn't sleep.

Day 20 - Palace Visit and Music in Vienna

July 18, 2014 Austria

Our day was spent at Schonnbrunn Palace exploring the grounds and gardens, and even a few mazes. There were so many things to see on the grounds from fountains,

to fake Roman ruins, to the multitudes of groomed gardens and lawns.

Just as we were ready to go, a community concert band from The Netherlands serenaded us.

After dinner we headed to the concert hall for a delightful evening full of culture.

Day 19-Prague to Vienna

July 17, 2014 Czech Republic

Today we caught our breath for a while. We started our train trip from Prague to Vienna with a scheduled driver.  I must tell you, this has got to be the best service we have found so far after hearing the horror stories about the cabbies there.

Prague City Transfer is run by the owner and a second driver. So courteous and helpful, and extremely reliable. I didn't worry one bit about them showing up on time. Prebook and prepay before leaving on your trip. It's worth it.

Upon arrival at the station, we picked up transit passes for our Vienna stay good for all tubes and buses. Off to Happy Hostel, walking distance from the other station we leave Vienna by.

After dinner, we pretended we were from the hotel across the street in order to access their concierge desk who sold us tickets to a concert at the concert hall. After all, you can't go to Vienna without seeing the orchestra.