(4) While it's unlikely you would visit Vienna solely for its shopping, the boutique scene make is an attractive retail destination, even for those used to shopping in Europe's world capitals. Vienna's most trendy shopping mile is the Mariahilfer Strasse which is located between the centre of the city and Westbahnhof. Here, hundreds of shops offer fashion, jewellery and accessories. Young fashion designers and offbeat stores can be found in many side streets in the area -- and with a bit of luck you can pick up a unique piece at a good price. Vienna's most exclusive shopping district is found right in the historic city centre. The most sought-after Austrian and international designers are found along the pedestrian area from the State Opera to St Stephen's Square and the Imperial Hofburg Palace. Here you can combine sightseeing with a unique shopping experience. One of the most familiar Austrian brands is of course Svarkovski. The perk of shopping here is the excellent selection at a great price. There are huge sales in svarkovski several times a year so if you time your visit right, you could do what I did and stock up on lots of Christmas and birthday presents. Unravel Travel TV www.unraveltravel.eu

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