12-Day Austria Road Trip from Graz traveling west to Vienna, Schladming, Innsbruck, and Zell am See

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 Hauptplatz, Graz. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,083 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, Steak Boutique. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

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

Locals recommend Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz as one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. This restaurant has an average rating 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 Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-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 Graz. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 5 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Graz’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Graz, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kunsthaus Graz. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,479 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Schloss Eggenberg. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,573 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Schlossbergbahn to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Schlossbergbahn is a funicular that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,066 visitors.

The lovely Schlossberg is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,104 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 Graz Opera. This attraction is an opera house rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,904 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Graz has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Vienna. Vienna 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 Bockshorn Irish Pub. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,158 reviews.

The remarkable die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch is another top restaurant in Vienna we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Lebenbauer is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Vienna, the fantastic Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Grüner Kakadu. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

On day 3 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Graz. You’ll stay in Graz for 4 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 Hotel George Vienna, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Graz. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,362 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Graz is the 5-star Meliá Vienna. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,290 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Graz 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 Belvedere Palace Chapel. This chapel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 60,791 reviews.

Come to Graz 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 Graz.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Naschmarkt, after your day of exploring the city of Graz. 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 Graz. 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 Graz 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 Graz, 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 Graz, 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 Graz. 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 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Graz has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Graz 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 Graz. 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 Graz 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.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Graz.

Your discovery of Graz does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Graz 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 5 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Graz. You now have 2 nights left in Graz. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Graz 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 Stadtpark. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,804 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Hofburg Palace. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,996 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible MuseumsQuartier. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,213 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Museum of Natural History Vienna. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 30,533 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 Graz 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 Graz has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz, 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 Graz 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 Graz 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 Graz, 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 Graz, 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 Graz 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 Graz!

Day 6 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Graz. You now have 1 night left in Graz. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Graz 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 best-rated sightseeing 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 Graz 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 Graz has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz, Figlmüller at Wollzeile. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,569 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Graz that locals enjoy, eat at Crossfield's Australian Pub. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Graz is Ilona Stüberl. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Graz, Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 635 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Graz, we recommend the cocktails at First American Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Graz!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Vienna and embark on a scenic drive to Schladming, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Vienna 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 Vienna. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,913 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Hangar-7. This attraction is an architectural structure that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,898 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Sattler‘s. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 753 customers.

After dinner, visit Almrausch to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Schladming, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Wintergarten. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Wintergarten has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 384 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!

Rise and shine on day 8 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 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Schladming and Salzburg 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 Hochwurzen. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,480 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Planai Schladming Bergbahn. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,307 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Schladming is the stunning Hopsiland Berg-Spielplatz Schladming. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 516 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Fortress Hohensalzburg. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 41,365 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Mozartplatz. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,775 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Mirabell Palace. This château and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,433 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Salzburg, 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 Green Flamingo Innsbruck. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 819 customers.

Locals also recommend Ludwig, another of the best restaurants in Innsbruck. Ludwig is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,353 customers.

After dinner, visit Coffee Bar Innsbruck 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 1,521 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cafe Katzung. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cafe Katzung has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Auis is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 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!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Innsbruck, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Highline179. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,534 visitors.

Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,888 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Ehrwalder Almbahn. This outstanding attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,066 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Swarovski Kristallwelten. More than 27,809 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

You can also make your new day in Austria more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Austria’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Innsbruck.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

Gasthof Goldener Adler is one of the top restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck is auis. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck, Fischerhausl. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Innsbruck, we recommend the cocktails at The Galway Bay. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Cafe Bar Moustache. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Innsbruck!

You’ll stay in Zell Am See for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Golden Roof. This excellent attraction is a building that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,693 visitors.

Around 5,561 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Bergisel Ski Jump. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,253 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 Krimml Waterfalls for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a waterfall and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,924 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zell Am See, Enzianhütte. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 710 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zell Am See is The Burger Factory. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Zell Am See, GINHOUSE | Pub | Zell am See. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 331 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Slow Down. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 241 customers.

Murrays Irish bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Zell Am See. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Pyramidenkogel Tower. This attraction is an observation tower and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,884 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Neuer Platz. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,223 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Graz 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 Neuer Platz for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,223 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub, one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

Locals also recommend Gösser Bräu Graz as one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. Gösser Bräu Graz is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Graz is Landhauskeller - Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktailbar | Hofsaison | Katze Katze - Graz. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,481 customers.

After dinner, visit ROX Graz - Burger | Grill | Music-Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Graz. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers.

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

Day 12 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.

Clock tower in Graz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Graz. This clock tower and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,579 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.

Alternatively, we also recommend aiola upstairs - Panoramaterrasse | Frühstück | Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktails - Graz for your last chance at a meal in the city of Graz. The aiola upstairs - Panoramaterrasse | Frühstück | Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktails - Graz restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,454 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try ROX Graz - Burger | Grill | Music-Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,453 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!