Emperor Francis I acquired world's largest natural history collection in 1750. Maria Theresa opened first museum after Emperor's death. Ignaz von Born led mineralogical expansion and collection classification
Grand Tour includes piano nobile, Franz Joseph and Elisabeth's apartments, costs €32. Imperial Tour features Franz Joseph and Elisabeth's apartments, costs €27. State Apartments tour takes 25 minutes, costs €22. Guided tours available for Maria Theresa and Franz Joseph, both €37
Located in Vienna's second district, Leopoldstadt. Features rooftop bar Istros overlooking Danube Canal. Offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi and modern meeting rooms. Includes Sarāī restaurant serving Silk Road-inspired cuisine
Journey takes approximately 2 hours 29 minutes. Two direct trains operate daily between Budapest and Vienna. First train departs at 05:58 AM, last at 10:25 PM. Cheapest ticket is €9, average price around €27
Vienna is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for baroque architecture and classical music. Historic center and Ringstrasse offer best attractions and entertainment. City is accessible by metro, trams, and buses, except for walking in historic center
NHM is located on Maria-Theresien-Platz, opposite Kunsthistorisches Museum. Completed in 1889, building features elephant statue in front