12-Day Austria Road Trip from Innsbruck to Zell am See, Klagenfurt, Vienna, and Gmunden

photo of cityscape of the alpine city Innsbruck in Austria, framed by the Nordkette.
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-day road trip through Austria.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Austria. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Innsbruck, 1 night in Zell am See, 1 night in Klagenfurt, 5 nights in Vienna, 1 night in Gmunden, and 1 night in Linz, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Austria. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Innsbruck, Zell am See, Klagenfurt, Vienna, Gmunden, and Linz. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in Austria you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Innsbruck, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Austria, including the stunning Belvedere Palace Chapel and Schönbrunn Palace.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Austria. From the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace to the breathtaking St. Stephen's Cathedral and Vienna State Opera, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Innsbruck, Zell am See, Klagenfurt, Vienna, Gmunden, and Linz, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Austria. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Austria.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Austria. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Austria.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Austria.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Austria has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Austria. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Austria extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Austria fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Austria today!

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
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Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck / 2 nights
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 5 nights
Village of Velden at lake Worther See in Carinthia,Austria.Klagenfurt / 1 night
Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg
photo of Ski resort Zell am See in Austria.Zell am See / 1 night
Gmunden - city in AustriaGmunden / 1 night
Linz, Austria. Panoramic view of the old town.Linz / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of aerial view of Schonbrunn Palace is a major tourist attraction in Vienna, Austria.Schönbrunn Palace
Photo of the Wiener Riesenrad or Vienna Giant Wheel 65m tall Ferris wheel in Prater park in Austria.Prater
Photo of St. Stephen's Cathedral. Vienna, Austria.St Stephen's Cathedral
Photo of the Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria.Belvedere Palace Chapel
Schönbrunn_Palace_parkSchönbrunn Palace Park
Photo of a yellow pavillion in the Schonbrunn tiergarten zoological garden in Vienna, Austria.Tiergarten Schönbrunn
Photo of Vienna State Opera house in Austria on a sunny day.Vienna State Opera
Photo of Hofburg palace on St. Michael square (Michaelerplatz), Vienna, Austria.Hofburg Palace
Photo of beautiful view of Salzburg skyline with Festung Hohensalzburg and Salzach river in summer, Salzburg, Salzburger Land, Austria.Fortress Hohensalzburg
Photo of the Museumsquartier or MQ or Museums Quartier is an area in the centre of Vienna, Austria.MuseumsQuartier
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel, KG Leopoldstadt, Leopoldstadt, Vienna, AustriaViennese Giant Ferris Wheel
Photo of beautiful colorful flower clock in Stadtpark, Vienna, Austria.Stadtpark
Museum of Natural History Vienna, Innere Stadt, Vienna, AustriaMuseum of Natural History Vienna
photo of Swarovski Crystal Worlds covered with snow in Innsbruck, Austria.Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Photo of Mirabell Palace and Gardens in Summer, Salzburg castle in background.Mirabell Palace
Photo of The Neue Burg is part of the Vienna Hofburg and the monumental Imperial Forum it is an incomplete 19th century palace wing hosting Kunsthistorisches Museum collections.Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
Photo of the enchanting Haus des Meeres public aquarium in Vienna's Esterhazy Park, Austria.Haus des Meeres
Photo of The medieval Clock tower Uhrturm in flower garden on Shlossberg hill, Graz, Austria.Schlossberg
Photo of Hellbrunn Palace or Schloss Hellbrunn in Salzburg, Austria. Hellbrunn Palace is an early Baroque villa of palatial size in a southern district of the Salzburg city.Hellbrunn Palace
Pyramidenkogel Tower, Keutschach am See, Bezirk Klagenfurt-Land, Carinthia, AustriaPyramidenkogel Tower
photo of Golden Roof in Innsbruck Austria - architecture and nature background.Golden Roof
photo of view of The view of Hundertwasser house in Vienna, Austria.Hundertwasserhaus
Mozart's Birthplace, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaMozart's Birthplace
Photo of classic view of the historic city of Graz with main square and famous Grazer clock tower in the background sitting on top of Schlossberg hill, Styria, Austria.Main square of Graz
HeldenplatzHeldenplatz
Photo of beautiful rainbow in Krimml Waterfalls and the surroundings forest in Krimml, Austria.Krimml Waterfalls
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
Laxenburg castles, Gemeinde Laxenburg, Bezirk Mödling, Lower Austria, AustriaLaxenburg Castle Park
photo of view of Mozart statue on Mozart Square (Mozartplatz) located at Salzburg, Austria.Mozartplatz
Haus der Natur, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaHaus der Natur
Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
Photo of Ambras Castle .Ambras Castle
Myra Waterfalls, Gemeinde Muggendorf, Bezirk Wiener Neustadt, Lower Austria, AustriaMyra Waterfalls
photo of The ski-jump at Bergisel, Innsbruck in Austria.Bergisel Ski Jump
MirabellgartenMirabellgarten
Innsbrucker Hofgarten
Neuer Platz, Innere Stadt, Klagenfurt, Carinthia, AustriaNeuer Platz
 photo of Triumphpforte at winter, Wilten, Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria.Triumphpforte
Zell am see esplanade, Zell am See, Bezirk Zell am See, Salzburg, AustriaZell am see esplanade
Seebahnhof, Gmunden, Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria, AustriaSeebahnhof

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Day 1 - Innsbruck - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Innsbruck - arrival day

  • Innsbruck - Arrival Day
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  • Innsbrucker Hofgarten
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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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,561 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.

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 12-day vacation in Austria!

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Day 2 - Innsbruck and Zell Am See

Day 2

Day 2 - Innsbruck and Zell Am See

  • Innsbruck
  • Zell am See
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Drive 153 km, 2 hours 37 min

  • Golden Roof
  • Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
  • Bergisel Ski Jump
  • Ambras Castle
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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 Zell Am See. You will stay in Zell Am See for 1 night. 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 17,693 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 6,253 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 6,354 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 Zell Am See, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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

Locals also 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 GINHOUSE | Pub | Zell am See, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zell Am See. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 331 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Slow Down. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 241 customers.

Alternatively, Murrays Irish bar is one of the best bars 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.

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

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Day 3 - Zell Am See and Klagenfurt

Day 3

Day 3 - Zell Am See and Klagenfurt

  • Klagenfurt
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Drive 309 km, 4 hours 52 min

  • Zell am see esplanade
  • Krimml Waterfalls
  • Pyramidenkogel Tower
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Zell am see esplanade. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,952 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Uttendorfer Erlebnisbadesee. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 493 visitors.

Krimml Waterfalls is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular waterfall, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 12,924 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Zell Am See 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 Pyramidenkogel Tower for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an observation tower and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,884 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Zum Heiligen Josef, one of the best restaurants in the city of Klagenfurt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 733 customers.

Locals also recommend 151 Bistro Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Klagenfurt. 151 Bistro Bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Klagenfurt is Gasthaus im Landhaushof. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,231 customers.

After dinner, visit Frankie's Restaurant Bar & Café, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Klagenfurt. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like GIG Bar & Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 643 customers.

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

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Day 4 - Klagenfurt, Graz, and Vienna

Day 4

Day 4 - Klagenfurt, Graz, and Vienna

  • Klagenfurt
  • Graz
  • Vienna
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Drive 340 km, 4 hours 19 min

  • Neuer Platz
  • Schlossberg
  • Clock tower in Graz
  • Main square of Graz
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You’ll stay in Vienna for 5 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Neuer Platz. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,223 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 Schlossberg for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,104 visitors.

This outstanding clock tower has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,579 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Hauptplatz, Graz. This attraction, a stunning square, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,083 visitors.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Vienna, Needle Vinyl Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Grüner Kakadu. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

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

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Day 5 - Vienna

Day 5

Day 5 - Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 19 km, 1 hour 12 min

  • Belvedere Palace Chapel
  • Schönbrunn Palace
  • Schönbrunn Palace Park
  • Tiergarten Schönbrunn
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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 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 Vienna. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,553 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Vienna is the 5-star InterContinental Vienna. The hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,696 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 863 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 60,791 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 Schönbrunn Palace. This château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 52,208 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.

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Day 6 - Vienna

Day 6

Day 6 - Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 6 km, 55 min

  • Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
  • Museum of Natural History Vienna
  • MuseumsQuartier
  • Haus des Meeres
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Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vienna has to offer. Cherish the 3 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 Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 23,498 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 30,533 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing MuseumsQuartier. This art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,213 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, 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!

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Day 7 - Vienna

Day 7

Day 7 - Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 4 km, 59 min

  • Stadtpark
  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Vienna State Opera
  • Hofburg Palace
  • Heldenplatz
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Day 7 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Vienna. You now have 2 nights 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 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 97,727 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible Vienna State Opera. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,463 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Hofburg Palace. This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,996 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!

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Day 8 - Vienna

Day 8

Day 8 - Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 9 km, 44 min

  • Hundertwasserhaus
  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
  • Prater
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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, 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 Vienna 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 Vienna 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 Vienna, 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 Vienna, 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 Vienna!

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Day 9 - Lower Austria and Gmunden

Day 9

Day 9 - Lower Austria and Gmunden

  • Gmunden
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Drive 330 km, 4 hours 25 min

  • Laxenburg Castle Park
  • Myra Waterfalls
  • Melk Abbey
  • Seebahnhof
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Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Vienna and embark on a scenic drive to Gmunden, 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.

You could also stop at the incredible Myra Waterfalls. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,843 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Vienna is the stunning Melk Abbey. This abbey and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,926 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Seebahnhof. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 594 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kulturcafe Villa Lehmann. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 306 customers.

Locals also recommend Meteora, another of the best restaurants in Gmunden. Meteora is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 260 customers.

After dinner, visit Enrico Panigl to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Gmunden, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Seelounge Gmunden. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Seelounge Gmunden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 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!

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Day 10 - Salzburg and Linz

Day 10

Day 10 - Salzburg and Linz

  • Salzburg
  • Linz
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Drive 214 km, 2 hours 56 min

  • Mozartplatz
  • Mozart's Birthplace
  • Haus der Natur
  • Mirabellgarten
  • Mirabell Palace
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Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Gmunden and embark on a scenic drive to Linz, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Gmunden 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 Gmunden. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Schloss Ort. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,588 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Baumwipfelpfad Salzkammergut. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,015 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Gmunden is the stunning Seebahnhof. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 594 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Mozartplatz. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,775 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Haus der Natur Salzburg. This science museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,438 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 500,000 yearly visitors.

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 Linz. When you arrive in Linz 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 ÄNGUS Downtown. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,173 customers.

Locals also recommend STEAKHOUSE, another of the best restaurants in Linz. STEAKHOUSE is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,236 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Front Food. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 801 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Lennox - Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Linz, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Café Bar Walker. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Café Bar Walker has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

Chelsea Pub 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 680 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!

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Day 11 - Salzburg and Innsbruck

Day 11

Day 11 - Salzburg and Innsbruck

  • Salzburg
  • Innsbruck
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Drive 334 km, 4 hours 12 min

  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
  • Hellbrunn Palace
  • Swarovski Crystal Worlds
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Rise and shine on day 11 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Linz 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 Linz 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 Linz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful New Cathedral, Linz. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,394 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Ars Electronica Center. This attraction, a beloved art museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,138 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Linz is the stunning Linz’s main square. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,665 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.

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 Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,033 customers.

Locals also recommend Gasthof Goldener Adler, another of the best restaurants in Innsbruck. Gasthof Goldener Adler is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at auis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

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!

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Day 12 - Innsbruck - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 - Innsbruck - departure day

  • Innsbruck - Departure Day
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  • Triumphpforte
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Day 12 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 3,169 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 Fischerhausl before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend mamma mia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Innsbruck. The mamma mia restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,098 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!

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