11-Day Austria road trip from Innsbruck to Salzburg, Vienna, Graz, and Schladming

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

Innsbruck has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Innsbrucker Hofgarten. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,853 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 Innsbruck, Green Flamingo Innsbruck. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck is Ludwig. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,353 customers.

Locals recommend Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

Innsbruck also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Coffee Bar Innsbruck. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Cafe Katzung. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Locals also enjoy auis. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 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 Innsbruck and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Salzburg. 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 Innsbruck is the amazing Golden Roof. This attraction is a building that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,818 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Bergisel Ski Jump. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,647 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Innsbruck is the outstanding Ambras Castle Innsbruck. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,750 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Innsbruck 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 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 3 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 Hellbrunn Palace. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors.

Fortress Hohensalzburg is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,309 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Mozart's Birthplace. This museum is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 21,779 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Haus der Natur Salzburg. Up to 500,000 people visit this attraction every year. Around 11,033 visitors have given this science museum an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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.

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Salzburg Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,882 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Mozartplatz. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,235 visitors.

Mirabell Palace is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular château, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 26,688 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Salzburg is another excellent way to spend your new day in Austria. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Austria’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Austria’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Austria’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Melk Abbey for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an abbey and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 visitors.

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

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 5 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 Belvedere Palace Chapel. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 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 145,237 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Schönbrunn Palace. This château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 53,579 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 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 6 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 MuseumsQuartier. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,180 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna is the spectacular Museum of Natural History Vienna. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 33,317 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Heldenplatz. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,261 visitors.

Hofburg Palace is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This castle is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 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, 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 7 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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting 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.

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 8 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 Graz. You’ll stay in Graz 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 Albertina. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,147 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Albertina welcomes 360,073 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Vienna State Opera to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Vienna State Opera is an opera house that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 visitors.

The lovely Musikverein is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,578 visitors have left this concert hall 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 Stadtpark. This attraction is a metro station rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 27,294 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 Graz. Graz 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 Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,934 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Graz, the fantastic Steak Boutique. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful dreizehn by Gauster. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

Day 9 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 Schladming. You will stay in Schladming for 1 night. 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 Hauptplatz, Graz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Old Town of Graz. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,953 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Graz is the outstanding Kunsthaus Graz. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,737 visitors.

The spectacular Clock tower in Graz is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating clock tower and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,087 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Schlossberg. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,998 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 Schladming, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Sattler‘s, one of the best restaurants in the city of Schladming. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 753 customers.

After dinner, visit Falkensteiner Hotel Schladming, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Schladming. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Sporthotel Royer. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 793 customers.

Alternatively, Platzhirsch-Alm Schladming GmbH is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Schladming. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Schladming and embark on a scenic drive to Innsbruck, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Schladming and Kufstein District 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 Schladming. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Planai Schladming Bergbahn. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,913 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Hochwurzen. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,842 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Schladming is the stunning Hopsiland Berg-Spielplatz Schladming. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kaiserlift Kufstein. This attraction is a chairlift that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,280 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible List Denkmal. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 122 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Kufstein Fortress. This fortress and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,685 visitors.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Gasthof Goldener Adler. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,007 customers.

Locals also recommend mamma mia, another of the best restaurants in Innsbruck. Mamma mia is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

After dinner, visit Fischerhausl to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Innsbruck, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Galway Bay. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Galway Bay has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

Cafe Bar Moustache is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 743 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 Innsbruck 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.

Triumphpforte is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Innsbruck. This triumphal arch and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,411 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Innsbruck at Altstadt-Schmankerl before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 741 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Thai-Li-Ba for your last chance at a meal in the city of Innsbruck. The Thai-Li-Ba restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 692 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Stiftskeller. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,223 customers.

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