Located in Central Europe, Austria is a small country that packs a big punch. From little mountain villages with winding roads to beautiful Alpine views, Austria is a great place to discover something new. With a couple former residents such as Mozart, Strauss, and Freud there is so much to learn about in Austria. You can find the capital, Vienna, on the Danube and see both the Schonbrunn and Hofburg palaces. see moresee less