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Finding a nice place to live is always difficult. Austria is no exception -
The rental market is well developed in Austria; you will find a broad range of offers from very old buildings with a lot of ‘character’ up to brand-
Many students live in shared apartments. There tends to be a relatively higher turnover of free rooms, so there is a fair chance you find a room in a shared apartment quickly.
Austria has a relatively expensive cost of living. It is cheaper than Switzerland or Nordic countries, but more expensive than Spain or Italy. In the countryside everything is cheaper, but it is more likely you will live and work in Vienna or one of the other larger cities. As a single person you should calculate around €1400 as a monthly budget to have a comfortable life. Apartment prices start at around €400 per month for rent, excluding utilities.
Explore Vienna
The capital of Austria, Vienna is a city of contrasts – wonderfully historic, yet increasingly cosmopolitan. Tourists should start in the city centre, a member of the UNESCO World Heritage List and often described as an open-
When to go to Vienna
Vienna is an exceptional city for tourists to visit at any time of year. Winters are cold, but unbeatable for their atmosphere and incredible Christmas markets, along with stalls selling mulled wine and roasted chestnuts scattered throughout the city. By March, the weather is warming up, with temperatures hitting a peak in July and August. Autumn, meanwhile, sees the return of Viennese cultural icons, from horses and choristers to opera.
Getting to and around Vienna
Most tourists arrive in Vienna via flights to Vienna International Airport (Flughafen Wien-
Where to stay in Vienna
When choosing accommodation in Vienna, apartments offer savvy tourists a great alternative to expensive hotels. Not only will you save money, but you’ll get more space too. HouseTrip has a number of quality self catering Vienna accommodation options, from compact studios perfect for singles and couples through to large, multi-
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