12-Day Austria Road Trip from Klagenfurt to Graz, Vienna, Kremsmünster & Salzburg

Your amazing road trip adventure in Austria begins when you reach the incredible region of Carinthia. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the region of Carinthia is the Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,404 guests.

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the Hotel ibis Woerthersee. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,901 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the region of Carinthia, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Carinthia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Adler Arena Burg Landskron. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,927 visitors.

Tierpark Rosegg is another popular attraction in the region of Carinthia. This unforgettable attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,965 visitors.

Another favorite attraction in the region of Carinthia is Alpen Wildpark Feld am See. This outstanding travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,185 visitors.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Carinthia, Zum Heiligen Josef. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 733 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Carinthia is 151 Bistro Bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Locals recommend Racer's Cafe Restaurant Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Carinthia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,024 customers.

Carinthia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Carinthia is 151 Bistro Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Carinthia is Racer's Cafe Restaurant Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,024 customers.

Locals also enjoy Josef. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,687 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-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 be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Neuer Platz, Pyramidenkogel Tower, Minimundus, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Carinthia is the amazing Neuer Platz. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,719 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Pyramidenkogel Tower.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Carinthia is the outstanding Minimundus. This miniature park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,740 visitors.

Hochosterwitz Castle is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Carinthia. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,740 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Graz is the 3-star Hauserl im Wald. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,333 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Das Weitzer is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Graz. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Gasthof Lend-Platzl. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,020 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Steak Boutique, one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

Locals also recommend dreizehn by Gauster as one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. Dreizehn by Gauster is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Graz is Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers.

After dinner, visit Steak Boutique, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Graz. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like dreizehn by Gauster. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Alternatively, Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Graz. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Schönbrunn Palace Park, Schönbrunn Zoo, Belvedere Palace, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Vienna is the amazing Schönbrunn Palace Park. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 47,465 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible zoo, Schönbrunn Zoo.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Vienna is the outstanding Belvedere Palace. This chapel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 48,561 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Vienna is the 4-star Holiday Inn Vienna City. This hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,312 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Sacher Wien is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Vienna. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,744 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hostel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Wombats City Hostel -The Naschmarkt. This 3-star hostel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,547 guests.

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

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

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

After dinner, visit 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, Grüner Kakadu is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Vienna. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel, Prater, Danube Tower, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Vienna is Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This incredible attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 27,838 visitors.

Prater is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Vienna. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 27,838 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Vienna is Danube Tower. This amazing attraction is an observation tower and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,296 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vienna.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna, like Naschmarkt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,957 customers.

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

Locals enjoy Plachutta Wollzeile, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Vienna. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, Josef Cocktailbar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Flanagans. 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 best bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Austria!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Vienna. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Vienna Operahouse, Burggarten, Albertina, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Vienna is Vienna Operahouse. This incredible attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 38,837 visitors.

Burggarten is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Vienna. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 38,837 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Vienna is Albertina. Attracting over 610,000, it's clear that Albertina is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,976 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding The Hofburg. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 39,163 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vienna.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna, like Lugeck. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Puerstner is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Vienna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

Locals enjoy Reinthaler's Beisl, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Vienna. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, Loos American Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like MARIO Pasta-Grill-Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,320 customers.

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

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Austria!

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Vienna. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Volksgarten, Museum of Natural History Vienna, Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Vienna is Volksgarten. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,785 visitors.

Museum of Natural History Vienna is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Vienna. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,785 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Vienna is Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,095 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding MuseumsQuartier. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,083 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vienna.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna, like Flanagans. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Rinderwahn is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Vienna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

Locals enjoy Figlmüller at Wollzeile, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Vienna. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,569 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, Wienerin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Roberto American Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

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

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Austria!

Day 7 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Vienna Music Society, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Stadtpark, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Vienna is the amazing Vienna Music Society. This attraction is a concert hall and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,585 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, St. Stephen's Cathedral.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Vienna is the outstanding Stadtpark. This metro station has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,540 visitors.

Karlskirche is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Vienna. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,021 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Salzburg is the 4-star TAUERN SPA Zell am See - Kaprun. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,148 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Sacher Salzburg is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Salzburg. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,385 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 2-star JUFA Hotel Salzburg City. This 2-star hotel has an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars by 1,353 guests.

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

Locals also recommend Zum Griechen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. Zum Griechen is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg is Valeriehaus Bad Gastein. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 684 customers.

After dinner, visit Gastein Alm, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,339 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, you’ll explore the area around the region of Salzburg. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Schloss Hellbrunn, Haus der Natur, Mirabell Palace, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Salzburg is Schloss Hellbrunn. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,258 visitors.

Haus der Natur is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Salzburg. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,258 visitors. Haus der Natur attracts about 500,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Salzburg is Mirabell Palace. This amazing attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,163 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Fortress Hohensalzburg. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,500 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Salzburg.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg, like STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

Restaurant Römerkeller is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Salzburg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

Locals enjoy Hangar-7, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Salzburg. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,865 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg, Murphy's Law Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Celtic Spirit. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

StageBar Salzburg is another of the best bars in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 391 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Austria!

Day 9 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Salzburg is the amazing Salzburg Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,598 visitors.

You could also do sightseeing at the incredible Mozartplatz. This square has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,311 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Seisenbergklamm in the region of Zell am See for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a valley and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,678 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Zell am See is the outstanding Krimml Waterfalls. This waterfall has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,705 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Innsbruck is the 4-star hotel AC Hotel by Marriott Innsbruck. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,801 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star apartment. The apartment Apartment am Hofgarten is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Innsbruck. This apartment is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,698 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ludwig, one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,353 customers.

Locals also recommend Coffee Bar Innsbruck as one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. Coffee Bar Innsbruck is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck is mamma mia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

After dinner, visit Coffee Bar Innsbruck, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fischerhausl. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

Alternatively, The Galway Bay is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Innsbruck. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

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

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Reutte is Highline179. This amazing attraction is a footbridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,579 visitors. This top destination among visitors in Reutte.

You could also choose to visit Stubai Glacier in the region of Tyrol. Stubai Glacier is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,290 visitors.

Another of the most popular attractions you could visit in the region of Tyrol is Swarovski Kristallwelten. Swarovski Kristallwelten has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 22,681 visitors.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Fischerhausl. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 338 customers. This bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 340 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is La Copa - La Cabana. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 420 customers.

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

You’ll have time to visit two of the most popular areas in Austria on day 11 of your road trip.

One of the best places to explore in the region of Innsbruck is Golden Roof. This excellent attraction is a building that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,015 visitors.

Another top travel destination we recommend is Alpine Zoo Innsbruck. This amazing zoo has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,813 visitors.

You could then travel to Hohenwerfen Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing in the region of St. Johann im Pongau. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,103 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Carinthia is the 3-star hotel Hotel ibis Woerthersee. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,901 guests.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star hotel. The Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Carinthia. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,404 guests.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Carinthia, Villacher Brauhof. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,892 customers.

Locals recommend Gasthaus im Landhaushof as one of the best restaurants in the city of Carinthia. Gasthaus im Landhaushof is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,231 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Carinthia is Bierhaus to Augustin. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,038 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Fifty Fifty Burger Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

GIG Bar & Cafe is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Carinthia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 643 customers.

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

Day 12 of your road trip in Austria is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Carinthia 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.

Wörthersee is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Carinthia. This lake and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,778.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the Tscheppaschlucht Ferlach park is another great option. According to 1,354 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.7 out of 5 stars, this attraction certainly lives up to its reputation.

You can also stop at Nocky Flitzer to capture the beauty and wonder of Carinthia one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,599.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the region of Carinthia before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to Austria and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in Austria!