13-Day Austria road trip from Graz to Vienna, Gmunden, Salzburg, and Spittal a der Drau

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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 13-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 Graz, 5 nights in Vienna, 1 night in Gmunden, 3 nights in Salzburg, and 1 night in Spittal a der Drau, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Austria. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Graz, Vienna, Gmunden, Salzburg, Werfen, and Spittal a der Drau. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in Austria you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Graz, 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 Vienna State Opera and Belvedere Palace Chapel.

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 Schönbrunn Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral, 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 Graz, Vienna, Gmunden, Salzburg, Werfen, and Spittal a der Drau, 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 12 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 12 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, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
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Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz / 2 nights
Village of Velden at lake Worther See in Carinthia,Austria.Klagenfurt
Spittal an der Drau - city in AustriaSpittal a der Drau District / 1 night
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg / 3 nights
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 5 nights
Gmunden - city in AustriaGmunden / 1 night

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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
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel, KG Leopoldstadt, Leopoldstadt, Vienna, AustriaViennese Giant Ferris Wheel
Museum of Natural History Vienna, Innere Stadt, Vienna, AustriaMuseum of Natural History Vienna
Photo of the Museumsquartier or MQ or Museums Quartier is an area in the centre of Vienna, Austria.MuseumsQuartier
Photo of beautiful colorful flower clock in Stadtpark, Vienna, Austria.Stadtpark
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 medieval Clock tower Uhrturm in flower garden on Shlossberg hill, Graz, Austria.Schlossberg
Mozart's Birthplace, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaMozart's Birthplace
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
HeldenplatzHeldenplatz
Pyramidenkogel Tower, Keutschach am See, Bezirk Klagenfurt-Land, Carinthia, AustriaPyramidenkogel Tower
Photo of Volksgarten park and Burg theatre, Vienna, Austria.Volksgarten
photo of view of The view of Hundertwasser house in Vienna, Austria.Hundertwasserhaus
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
photo of view of Red Bull Hangar-7,Himmelreich Austria.Red Bull Hangar-7
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
Classic Village Viewpoint / Postcard Angle, Hallstatt, Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria, AustriaViewpoint Hallstatt
Hohenwerfen Castle or Festung Hohenwerfen aerial panoramic view. Hohenwerfen is a medieval rock castle overlooking the Austrian Werfen town in Salzach valley, AustriaHohenwerfen Castle
Salzburg Cathedral, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaSalzburg Cathedral
MirabellgartenMirabellgarten
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
Eisriesenwelt, Werfen, Bezirk St. Johann im Pongau, Salzburg, AustriaEisriesenwelt
Hochosterwitz Castle, Sankt Georgen am Längsee, Bezirk Sankt Veit an der Glan, Carinthia, AustriaHochosterwitz Castle
Memory of MankindMemory of Mankind
Eggenberg Palace, Graz, Eggenberg, Graz, Styria, AustriaEggenberg Palace, Graz
Untersbergbahn GmbH, Grödig, Flachgau, Salzburg, AustriaUntersbergbahn GmbH
Photo of Cityscape of Graz from Schlossberg hill, Graz, Styria region, Austria, in autumn, at sunrise.Kunsthaus Graz
5 Fingers5 Fingers
Kurpark Baden, Gemeinde Baden, Bezirk Baden, Lower Austria, AustriaKurpark Baden Stadtpark
photo of view of Gmunden Schloss Ort or Schloss Orth in the Traunsee lake in Gmunden , Gmunden, Austria.Schloss Ort
Neuer Platz, Innere Stadt, Klagenfurt, Carinthia, AustriaNeuer Platz
Graz Opera, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaGraz Opera
Photo of Schallaburg Castle is one of the best known Renaissance style castles in Austria.Schallaburg
Eisreisenwelt Trailhead, Werfen, Bezirk St. Johann im Pongau, Salzburg, AustriaEisriesenwelt Trailhead
Seebahnhof, Gmunden, Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria, AustriaSeebahnhof
Landhaus Park, Innere Stadt, Klagenfurt, Carinthia, AustriaLandhaus Park
Schlossberglift Graz
Maria-Theresa Memorial

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Day 1 – Graz - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Graz - arrival day

  • Graz - Arrival day
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  • Main square of Graz
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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 15,716 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz, Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers.

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

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

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-day vacation in Austria!

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Day 2 – Graz and Vienna

Day 2

Day 2 – Graz and Vienna

  • Graz
  • Vienna
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Drive 207 km, 2 hours 49 min

  • Kunsthaus Graz
  • Schlossberglift Graz
  • Clock tower in Graz
  • Schlossberg
  • Eggenberg Palace, Graz
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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 4,737 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Schlossberglift Graz. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 378 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Clock tower in Graz to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Clock tower in Graz is a clock tower that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 visitors.

The lovely Schlossberg is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,998 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.8 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 Schloss Eggenberg. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,626 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 die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 668 reviews.

The remarkable Lebenbauer 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 517 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Vienna, the fantastic Bockshorn Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Josef Cocktailbar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

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Day 3 – Vienna

Day 3

Day 3 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 3 km, 50 min

  • MuseumsQuartier
  • Museum of Natural History Vienna
  • Maria-Theresa Memorial
  • Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
  • Vienna State Opera
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On day 3 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 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 ARCOTEL Wimberger Wien, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Vienna. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 8,481 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Vienna is the 5-star Ambassador. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,979 guests.

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

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding MuseumsQuartier. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,180 visitors.

Museum of Natural History Vienna is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 33,317 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg. This museum is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 25,581 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Vienna State Opera. Around 49,854 visitors have given this opera house an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Come to Vienna prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Vienna.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Plachutta Wollzeile, after your day of exploring the city of Vienna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Vienna

Day 4

Day 4 – 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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Day 4 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 Belvedere Palace Chapel. This attraction is a chapel and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna is the spectacular Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145,237 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Schönbrunn Palace. This château has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,579 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna.

Your discovery of Vienna does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Vienna on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Austria, be sure to eat at Lugeck, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Vienna is the popular Reinthaler's Beisl. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Vienna is Puerstner. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Flanagans is one of the best bars in the city of Vienna for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

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

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

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Day 5 – Vienna

Day 5

Day 5 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 4 km, 53 min

  • Stadtpark
  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Hofburg Palace
  • Heldenplatz
  • Volksgarten
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Day 5 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 27,294 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 103,855 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible Hofburg Palace. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Heldenplatz. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,261 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Volksgarten. This urban park is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,273 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Vienna you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Vienna has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna, Rinderwahn. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

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

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

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Vienna!

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Day 6 – Vienna

Day 6

Day 6 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 7 km, 44 min

  • Prater
  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
  • Hundertwasserhaus
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Day 6 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Vienna. You now have 1 night left in Vienna. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Vienna offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to is the stunning Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Hundertwasserhaus. This attraction is a multiple dwellings and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,429 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Vienna you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Vienna has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

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 7 – Lower Austria and Gmunden

Day 7

Day 7 – Lower Austria and Gmunden

  • Gmunden
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Drive 281 km, 3 hours 42 min

  • Laxenburg Castle Park
  • Kurpark Baden Stadtpark
  • Schallaburg
  • Melk Abbey
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Day 7 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Gmunden for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lower Austria is the amazing Laxenburg Castle Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,455 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Kurpark Baden Stadtpark. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,816 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lower Austria is the outstanding Schallaburg. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,033 visitors.

The spectacular Melk Abbey is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating abbey and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,473 visitors.

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 Gmunden, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Meteora, one of the best restaurants in the city of Gmunden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 260 customers.

After dinner, visit Kulturcafe Villa Lehmann, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Gmunden. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Enrico Panigl. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Alternatively, Seelounge Gmunden is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Gmunden. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Gmunden and Salzburg

Day 8

Day 8 – Gmunden and Salzburg

  • Salzburg
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Drive 150 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Seebahnhof
  • Schloss Ort
  • Memory of Mankind
  • 5 Fingers
  • Viewpoint Hallstatt
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Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Gmunden and embark on a scenic drive to Salzburg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Gmunden and Gmunden District before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as 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 3,752 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 2,081 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 612 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 612 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Schloss Ort. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,752 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Memory of Mankind. This building and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,417 visitors.

The lovely 5 Fingers is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,932 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Panoramic Viewpoint - Hallstatt is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Gmunden District. This point of interest is a must-see tourist destination rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 10,737 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Gmunden District, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Salzburg. When you arrive in Salzburg 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 STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 545 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bärenwirt. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,298 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Red Bull Hangar-7 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Salzburg, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Monkeys cafe. Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Monkeys cafe. Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

Darwin's Cafe Bar 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 658 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 9 – Salzburg

Day 9

Day 9 – Salzburg

  • Salzburg
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Drive 3 km, 49 min

  • Mirabell Palace
  • Mirabellgarten
  • Mozartplatz
  • Salzburg Cathedral
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
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On day 9 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg for 2 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 arte Hotel Salzburg, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Salzburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,006 guests.

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

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Salzburg is the 3-star Hotel Jedermann. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,274 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 Mirabell Palace. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,688 visitors.

Mirabell Gardens is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,148 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Mozartplatz. This square is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 12,235 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Salzburg Cathedral. Around 9,882 visitors have given this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

Come to Salzburg prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Salzburg.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 10 – Salzburg

Day 10

Day 10 – Salzburg

  • Salzburg
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Drive 20 km, 54 min

  • Red Bull Hangar-7
  • Haus der Natur
  • Mozart's Birthplace
  • Hellbrunn Palace
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Day 10 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Salzburg has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Salzburg 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 Salzburg. 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 Hangar-7. This attraction is an architectural structure and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Salzburg, which gets around 500,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Haus der Natur Salzburg. This attraction is a science museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,033 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Mozart's Birthplace. This museum has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,779 visitors.

Hellbrunn Palace is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This château is a popular destination among visitors in Salzburg. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Salzburg does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Salzburg 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 Braurestaurant IMLAUER, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,858 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Salzburg is the popular Die Weisse. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Salzburg is Balkan Grill Walter. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Stiegl-Brauwelt is one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,622 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Salzburg, Werfen, and Spittal an der Drau

Day 11

Day 11 – Salzburg, Werfen, and Spittal an der Drau

  • Spittal a der Drau District
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Drive 161 km, 2 hours 43 min

  • Untersbergbahn GmbH
  • Hohenwerfen Castle
  • Eisriesenwelt Trailhead
  • Eisriesenwelt
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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 Untersbergbahn GmbH. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,688 visitors.

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

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

You could then travel to the amazing Hohenwerfen Castle in the city of Werfen for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,089 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Werfen is the outstanding Eisriesenwelt Trailhead. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,263 visitors, this top-tier point of interest deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Eisriesenwelt. This attraction, a stunning show cave, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,826 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Spittal a der Drau.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant "Panorama Drautalperle", one of the best restaurants in the city of Spittal a der Drau. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Trupp as one of the best restaurants in the city of Spittal a der Drau. Restaurant Trupp is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Spittal a der Drau is Ma Ma Mia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 213 customers.

After dinner, visit The Renegade, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Spittal a der Drau. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

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

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Day 12 – Klagenfurt and Graz

Day 12

Day 12 – Klagenfurt and Graz

  • Klagenfurt
  • Graz
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Drive 271 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Pyramidenkogel Tower
  • Hochosterwitz Castle
  • Landhaus Park
  • Neuer Platz
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Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Spittal a der Drau and embark on a scenic drive to Graz, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Spittal a der Drau and Carinthia before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Spittal a der Drau. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Folk Culture Museum - Schloss Porcia. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 320 visitors.

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

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

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

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Hochosterwitz Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,727 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Neuer Platz. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 visitors.

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

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

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

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Austria, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 13 – Graz - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – Graz - departure day

  • Graz - Departure day
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  • Graz Opera
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Day 13 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.

Graz Opera is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Graz. This opera house and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,085 visitors.

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

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

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

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