10-Day Austria Road Trip from Linz traveling south to Innsbruck, Zell am See, Fischbach, and Vienna

Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Linz. You’ll stay in Linz for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Linz has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Linz’s main square. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,665 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Linz, ÄNGUS Downtown. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,173 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Linz is STEAKHOUSE. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,236 customers.

Locals recommend Front Food as one of the best restaurants in the city of Linz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 801 customers.

Linz also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Linz is Lennox - Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Linz is Café Bar Walker. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

Locals also enjoy Chelsea Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Austria!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Austria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Linz. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Innsbruck. You’ll stay in Innsbruck for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Linz’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Linz, start your day with a visit to the amazing Ars Electronica Center. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,138 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating New Cathedral, Linz. This cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,394 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Linz has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Innsbruck. Innsbruck offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Green Flamingo Innsbruck. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 819 reviews.

The remarkable Ludwig is another top restaurant in Innsbruck we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,353 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Innsbruck, the fantastic Coffee Bar Innsbruck. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cafe Katzung. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is auis. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Innsbruck and embark on a scenic drive to Zell Am See, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Innsbruck before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Innsbruck. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Golden Roof. This attraction is a building that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 17,693 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Bergisel Ski Jump. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,253 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Golden Roof. This attraction is a building that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 17,693 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Bergisel Ski Jump. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,253 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Swarovski Kristallwelten. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 27,809 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Enzianhütte. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 710 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Kupferkessel - Kreml GmbH, another of the best restaurants in Zell Am See. Restaurant Kupferkessel - Kreml GmbH is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,415 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Burger Factory. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit GINHOUSE | Pub | Zell am See to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zell Am See, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 331 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Slow Down. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Slow Down has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 241 customers.

Murrays Irish bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Austria, and look forward to more great days to come!

You’ll stay in Fischbach for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Krimml Waterfalls. This excellent attraction is a waterfall that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,924 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Austria, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Austria. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Fortress Hohensalzburg for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,365 visitors.

This outstanding architectural structure has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,898 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Fischbach.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Austria with a toast!

Day 5 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Vienna for 4 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Salzburg is the amazing Mozartplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,775 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible château, Mirabell Palace. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,433 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Austria. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Vienna, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bockshorn Irish Pub, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

Locals also recommend die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. Die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna is Lebenbauer. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

After dinner, visit Needle Vinyl Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Grüner Kakadu. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Austria!

On day 6 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 3 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Holiday Inn Vienna - South, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Vienna. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,664 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Vienna is the 5-star Ambassador. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,791 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Vienna is the 3-star Hotel Altmann. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 853 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 52,208 visitors.

Schönbrunn Palace is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 135,798 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Vienna Technical Museum. This technology museum is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 11,949 reviews.

Come to Vienna prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Vienna.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Naschmarkt, after your day of exploring the city of Vienna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,957 customers.

Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße is another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna is Plachutta Wollzeile. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

Locals recommend Josef Cocktailbar, one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna, Flanagans. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Crossfield's Australian Pub is also one of the best bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Austria.

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vienna has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Vienna by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Vienna. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 97,727 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna is the spectacular Vienna State Opera. This attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,463 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Albertina. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,441 visitors. Up to 360,073 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Belvedere Palace Chapel is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This chapel is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 60,791 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Vienna does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Vienna on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Austria, be sure to eat at Lugeck, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Vienna is the popular Reinthaler's Beisl. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Vienna is Puerstner. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Loos American Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Vienna for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

Kleinod is another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Vienna!

Day 8 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Vienna. You now have 1 night left in Vienna. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Vienna offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to is the stunning Hundertwasserhaus. This has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,536 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,639 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Vienna you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Vienna has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna, Rinderwahn. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Vienna that locals enjoy, eat at Flanagans. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Vienna is Steirereck. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, Roberto American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Vienna, we recommend the cocktails at Wienerin. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Vienna is Kruger’s American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Vienna!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Austria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Vienna. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Linz. You’ll stay in Linz for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Vienna’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Vienna, start your day with a visit to the amazing Stadtpark. This much-appreciated metro station and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,804 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Hofburg Palace. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 43,996 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular MuseumsQuartier to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular MuseumsQuartier is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,213 visitors.

The lovely Museum of Natural History Vienna is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 30,533 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Vienna has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Linz. Linz offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Miyako Ramen. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 661 reviews.

The remarkable Fu Cheng is another top restaurant in Linz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Gelbes Krokodil is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,305 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Linz, the fantastic Cocktailbar Linz. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful boiler room Linz. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 201 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Old Dubliner. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 407 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

Day 10 of your road trip in Austria is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Linz before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Luftschutzstollen "Limonikeller" is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Linz. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 129 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Linz and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Austria.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Linz at Leberkas-Pepi Linz Rathausgasse before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,150 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Pizzeria & Trattoria I Fratelli for your last chance at a meal in the city of Linz. The Pizzeria & Trattoria I Fratelli restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Gościnna Chata. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Linz. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Austria!