11-Day Austria road trip from Graz to Vienna, St. Pölten, Salzburg, and Spittal a der Drau

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

Graz has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Schlossberg. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 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 Graz, Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers.

Graz also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Graz is Steak Boutique. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Graz is dreizehn by Gauster. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Austria!

Day 2 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Graz and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Vienna. 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 Graz is the amazing Kunsthaus Graz. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,737 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible clock tower, Clock tower in Graz. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Graz is the outstanding Castle of Graz. This popular urban castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 793 visitors.

The spectacular Graz Opera is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating opera house and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,085 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Schloss Eggenberg. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,626 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Graz by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

Locals also recommend Lebenbauer as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. Lebenbauer is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Bockshorn Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

Alternatively, Josef Cocktailbar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

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

On day 3 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 ARCOTEL Wimberger Wien, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Vienna. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 8,481 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 6,979 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Vienna is the 3-star Leonardo Vienna Otto Wagner. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,807 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 Vienna State Opera. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 visitors.

Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 25,581 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Museum of Natural History Vienna. This museum is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 33,317 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible MuseumsQuartier. Around 30,180 visitors have given this art museum an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Plachutta Wollzeile, after your day of exploring the city of Vienna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

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

Day 4 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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna is the spectacular Hundertwasserhaus. This attraction is a multiple dwellings and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,429 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna.

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, Flanagans 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 3,132 customers.

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

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

Day 5 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 Belvedere Palace Chapel. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145,237 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,579 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.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, Loos American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Vienna, we recommend the cocktails at Kleinod. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Vienna!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 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 St. Pölten. You’ll stay in St. Pölten 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Stadtpark. This metro station and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 27,294 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Hofburg Palace to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Hofburg Palace is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 visitors.

The lovely Heldenplatz is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 18,261 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Volksgarten. This attraction is an urban park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 18,273 reviews.

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 St. Pölten. St. Pölten 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 Restaurant Golden Sun. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 944 reviews.

The remarkable Schau. Spiel is another top restaurant in St. Pölten we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Rhodos Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in St. Pölten, the fantastic Saloon Milwaukee. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Yesterday - die Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 291 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is BarRock. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 262 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

Day 7 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Salzburg for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lower Austria is the amazing Museum Niederösterreich. This attraction is a country museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,428 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible abbey, Melk Abbey. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 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 Salzburg, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG, one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

Locals also recommend Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal as one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,149 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg is Bärenwirt. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,298 customers.

After dinner, visit Red Bull Hangar-7, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Monkeys cafe. Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

Alternatively, Darwin's Cafe Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

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

On day 8 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the arte Hotel Salzburg, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Salzburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,006 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Salzburg is the 5-star Hyperion Hotel Salzburg. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,215 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Salzburg is the 3-star Hotel Jedermann. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,178 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 Hangar-7. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 visitors.

Mirabell Palace is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,688 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Mirabell Gardens. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 8,148 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Mozartplatz. Around 12,235 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Fortress Hohensalzburg. Fortress Hohensalzburg is a popular museum, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,309 travelers.

Come to Salzburg 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 Salzburg.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Zwettler's Wirtshaus, after your day of exploring the city of Salzburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,457 customers.

IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg is another of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

Locals recommend Murphy's Law Irish Pub, one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Salzburg, Celtic Spirit. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

The Salzburg Whiskey Museum - Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 379 customers.

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

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 Salzburg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Spittal a der Drau. You’ll stay in Spittal a der Drau for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Salzburg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Salzburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Mozart's Birthplace. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,779 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Haus der Natur Salzburg. This science museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,033 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Haus der Natur Salzburg welcomes 500,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Hellbrunn Palace to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Hellbrunn Palace is a château that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Salzburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Spittal a der Drau. Spittal a der Drau 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 Restaurant "Panorama Drautalperle". This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 564 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Trupp is another top restaurant in Spittal a der Drau we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ma Ma Mia is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 213 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Spittal a der Drau, the fantastic The Renegade. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Spittal a der Drau and embark on a scenic drive to Graz, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Spittal a der Drau and Carinthia 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 Spittal a der Drau. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Folk Culture Museum - Schloss Porcia. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 320 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Castello Porcia. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 236 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Spittal a der Drau is the stunning Drautalperle.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pyramidenkogel Tower. This attraction is an observation tower that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,280 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Neuer Platz. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,497 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Carinthia, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Graz. When you arrive in Graz you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

After dinner, visit Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Graz, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gösser Bräu Graz. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Gösser Bräu Graz has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 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!

Day 11 of your road trip in Austria is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Graz 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.

Hauptplatz, Graz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Graz. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Graz at Lend-Platzl before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.

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