Numerous travelers from all over the world love going back to Vienna for a lot of reasons. While some travel there on official business or for work purposes, many visit the Austrian capital to spend a wonderful holiday with loved ones or friends.
Tourism is a major contributor to the country’s economy, account for nearly nine percent of Austria’s gross domestic product.
Each yeaar, millions of people go to Vienna. In 2007, Austria was in 9th place globally in terms of international tourism receipts. In terms of tourist arrivals, the country ranked 12th recording some 20.8 million tourists.
Vienna accommodates a large number of tourists particularly during the summer season. It ranks second to Salzburg in terms of tourist overnight stays.
Most visits in Vienna include trips to the wine pubs or Heurigen, the cathedral as well as attending classic music events in various venues including the Vienna State Opera.
This year, the Austrian capital is predicted to set a new record for overnight stays. Statistics show that from January through November, a 3.4 increase was noted totalling 11.6 million overnight stays.
