What To Buy In Austria

what to buy in austria
Elah Angelica
Elah Angelica 
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Are you one of those people who get excited at the prospect of buying trinkets when traveling to a foreign place? We can all agree that it is thrilling to come home from an adventure and give souvenirs to loved ones. If you’re looking for your next stop, where there are a lot of good stuff, Austria is the place to be! This charming country has so much to offer, be it sugary confections or interior pieces. For those of you who are looking for suggestions on what great stuff to get in Austria, continue scrolling down for our list of what to buy in Austria. They are all affordable and good for your pockets.

1. Mozart balls

Mozart balls
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If you’re someone who has a sweet tooth and is fond of anything sugary, you might love indulging in Austrian chocolates, Mozart balls. These cute round sugar confections’ ingredients include pistachio marzipan and nougat. Dipped in creamy dark chocolate and oozing with filling, these desserts are a taste of heaven you shouldn’t miss. You can also bring them home to your friends or family to try. Indulge in the creaminess of Mozart balls and discover for yourself why they’re some of the must-buys in Austria.

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2. Beethoven souvenirs

Music Box mechanism
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You can’t visit and leave Austria without buying any tokens inspired by the famous deceased composer, Beethoven. There are a lot of stores selling handmade and vintage items whose theme is mainly about Beethoven. Some of the souvenirs that will make a great addition to your collection include a vintage book featuring piano sheet music, Beethoven music mug, vintage kitsch, Moonlight Sonata music box, eighth-note biscuit cutter, Fur Elise piano keys, and many more. Wouldn’t it be more satisfying to leave a foreign place with a cute little trinket that will remind you of your adventure?

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3. Manner wafers

Neapolitaner Waffel 2
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If you’re thinking of something perfect to bring home to your kids or little siblings, you might consider buying the best wafer in town. Manner wafer is one of the favorite products of both locals and tourists alike. One reason behind this is the five layers of soft wafers containing four layers of sweet cocoa cream. These goods are available in almost all the stores in Austria, so you won’t have to look hard for them. The wafers are bite-sized and wouldn’t cost you much money too.

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4. Austrian beer glass

Stiegl-bier
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There are a lot of types of collectors. Some love collecting wines, some prefer to hoard cute trinkets, and some like accumulating beer glasses. If you’re one of those mentioned above, you might love purchasing some Austrian beer glasses for a reasonable price. One of the impressive things about these beer glasses is their sturdiness, making them safe to carry during your travel. But still, you have to be extra careful. Another good thing about these glasses is they can be used during festivities. It’s always nice to bring out some excellent collections for special celebrations.

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5. Austrian wine

Vienna Goulash & Austrian Wine
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If you’re one of those people who love to collect foreign wines as souvenirs from the different places you visit, then you must get your hands on some of Austria’s authentic wines. They are highly prized by experts and wine lovers all over the globe. You may be wondering what makes Austrian wines so loved by many. Well, for one, they are flexible. They make an exceptional partner for a wide variety of cuisines—such as Mediterranean, Central European, or Asian food.

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6. Empress Sisi fridge magnet

Fridge magnets board
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There are a lot of types of travelers. There are those who love hoarding fridge magnets representing the foreign country they visited. If you belong to that category, you might like a charming Austrian fridge magnet with Empress Sisi engraved on it. Finding these collectibles is easy enough since almost all the stores, especially the souvenir shops, in Austria sell them. When people think of something to bring home, a fridge magnet is always a great choice. Affordable and light, it isn’t a hassle to carry.

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In Austria, we go pocket-friendly

When traveling, the number one goal is to save as much to buy some good stuff to bring home. In Austria, you wouldn’t have to worry about not having enough money to buy souvenirs as they have reasonable prices. If you need some recommendations, scroll up and check out our list of what to buy in Austria for something great to remember your visit.

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Elah Angelica Casallos, a Psychology student, aspires to explore the world in the future. Currently, she immerses herself in writing to discover and share the world around her. In addition to her...Read more

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