13-Day Austria Road Trip from Graz traveling north to Vienna, St. Pölten, and Linz

Photo of Graz city from hill, Austria.
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13 days & 12 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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Description

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, 3 nights in St. Pölten, and 2 nights 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 Graz, Vienna, St. Pölten, and Linz. 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 Schönbrunn Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral.

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 Belvedere Palace Chapel to the breathtaking Schönbrunn Palace 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Prater and learn more about the unique Tiergarten Schönbrunn to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Graz, Vienna, St. Pölten, 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 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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Destinations

Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz / 2 nights
Wels - city in AustriaWels
Krems an der Donau - city in AustriaKrems-Land District
Linz, Austria. Panoramic view of the old town.Linz / 2 nights
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 5 nights
Lower Austria - state in AustriaLower Austria / 3 nights

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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
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 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
HeldenplatzHeldenplatz
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
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
Laxenburg castles, Gemeinde Laxenburg, Bezirk Mödling, Lower Austria, AustriaLaxenburg Castle Park
Tierpark Stadt Haag, Gemeinde Haag, Bezirk Amstetten, Lower Austria, AustriaTierpark Stadt Haag
Zoo Schmiding / Museum - meeting of cultures, Krenglbach, Bezirk Wels-Land, Upper Austria, AustriaZoo Schmiding / Museum - meeting of cultures
photo of view of Schloss Hof castle with baroque garden in Lower Austria.Schloss Hof
Myra Waterfalls, Gemeinde Muggendorf, Bezirk Wiener Neustadt, Lower Austria, AustriaMyra Waterfalls
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
Concentration Camp Mauthausen Memorial AustriaMauthausen Memorial
Photo of Ars Electronica Center.Ars Electronica Center
Linz’s main square, Innere Stadt, Linz, Upper Austria, AustriaLinz’s main square
Photo of Aerial view from the south.Burg Kreuzenstein
The New CathedralNew Cathedral, Linz
Photo of Cityscape of Graz from Schlossberg hill, Graz, Styria region, Austria, in autumn, at sunrise.Kunsthaus Graz
Kurpark Baden, Gemeinde Baden, Bezirk Baden, Lower Austria, AustriaKurpark Baden Stadtpark
Römerstadt Carnuntum
Welser Tiergarten, Wels, Upper Austria, AustriaTiergarten Wels
Danube-Auen National Park
Photo of the North view of Liechtenstein Castle .Liechtenstein Castle
Graz Opera, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaGraz Opera
Photo of Schallaburg Castle is one of the best known Renaissance style castles in Austria.Schallaburg
Grafenegg Cottages, Grafenegg, Bezirk Krems, Lower Austria, AustriaGrafenegg Cottages
Grottenbahn, Pöstlingberg, Linz, Upper Austria, AustriaGrottenbahn am Pöstlingberg
Linz Botanical Garden, Froschberg, Linz, Upper Austria, AustriaLinz Botanical Garden
Föhrenberge Nature Park, Katastralgemeinde Weissenbach bei Mödling, Gemeinde Hinterbrühl, Bezirk Mödling, Lower Austria, AustriaFöhrenberge Nature Park
Photo of the medieval town of Durnstein along the Danube River in the picturesque Wachau Valley.Stift Dürnstein
Landeszeughaus, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaStyrian Armoury
Old Town of Graz, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaOld Town of Graz
photo of view of Eckartsau Castle in Lower Austria,Eckartsau Austria.Schloss Eckartsau
photo of  view of Stone Gate in Krems, Austria,Vienna Austria.Steinertor
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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  • Schlossberg
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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 Schlossberg. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 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, Burger Factory. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,822 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Graz is Ginko. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,319 customers.

Locals recommend Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz as one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers.

Graz also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Graz is 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.

Locals also enjoy Clocktower Restaurant - American Bar & Grill. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,406 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 201 km, 2 hours 33 min

  • Main square of Graz
  • Old Town of Graz
  • Kunsthaus Graz
  • Styrian Armoury
  • Graz Opera
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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 Graz and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Vienna. You will stay in Vienna for 5 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Graz is the amazing Hauptplatz, Graz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 visitors.

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

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

The spectacular Styrian Armoury is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating armory and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,968 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Graz Opera. This attraction is a popular opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,085 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Graz by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Austria. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

Locals also recommend Lebenbauer as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. Lebenbauer is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Bockshorn Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

Alternatively, Josef Cocktailbar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Vienna

Day 3

Day 3 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 7 km, 44 min

  • Prater
  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
  • Hundertwasserhaus
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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 acom Hotel Wien, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Vienna. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 11,805 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 in the city of Vienna, like the outstanding Prater. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 114,084 visitors.

Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Vienna. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Vienna is the extraordinary Hundertwasserhaus. This multiple dwellings is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 20,429 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 Café Landtmann, after your day of exploring the city of Vienna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,586 customers.

Plachutta Wollzeile is another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna is Vollpension. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,641 customers.

Locals recommend 1516 Brewing Company, 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,352 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna, Salm Bräu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,176 customers.

7Stern Bräu 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 7,265 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 in the city of Vienna, 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.

Tiergarten Schönbrunn is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This zoo is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,414 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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

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

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

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

When you’ve finished your meal, Zum Schwarzen Kameel is one of the best bars in the city of Vienna for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,523 customers.

Flanagans is another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Vienna is Crossfield's Australian Pub. Crossfield's Australian Pub has an average rating 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 5 km, 43 min

  • Vienna State Opera
  • Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
  • Maria-Theresa Memorial
  • Museum of Natural History Vienna
  • MuseumsQuartier
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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 in the city of Vienna is the stunning Vienna State Opera. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg in the city of Vienna. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 25,581 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Vienna is the incredible Maria-Theresa Memorial. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,300 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Museum of Natural History Vienna. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 33,317 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding MuseumsQuartier. This art museum is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,180 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 MARIO Pasta-Grill-Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,320 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Vienna is Kleinod. This bar has an average rating 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 4 km, 53 min

  • Volksgarten
  • Heldenplatz
  • Hofburg Palace
  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Stadtpark
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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 in the city of Vienna is the stunning Volksgarten. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,273 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Heldenplatz in the city of Vienna. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,261 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Vienna 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Stadtpark. This metro station is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 27,294 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 – Laxenburg, Pernitz, Gemeinde Baden, Gemeinde Mödling, and Wassergspreng

Day 7

Day 7 – Laxenburg, Pernitz, Gemeinde Baden, Gemeinde Mödling, and Wassergspreng

  • Lower Austria
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Drive 186 km, 3 hours 32 min

  • Laxenburg Castle Park
  • Liechtenstein Castle
  • Föhrenberge Nature Park
  • Kurpark Baden Stadtpark
  • Myra Waterfalls
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Austria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Laxenburg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of St. Pölten. You’ll stay in St. Pölten for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Laxenburg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Laxenburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Laxenburg Castle Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,455 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Laxenburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of St. Pölten. St. Pölten 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 Saloon Milwaukee. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,157 reviews.

The remarkable OX AMERICAN BAR & GRILL ST PÖLTEN is another top restaurant in St. Pölten we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant Golden Sun is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in St. Pölten, the fantastic BarRock. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 262 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cafe Pub Tritsch & Tratsch. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 271 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

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Day 8 – Gemeinde Melk, Gemeinde Schollach, Knillhof, and St. Pölten

Day 8

Day 8 – Gemeinde Melk, Gemeinde Schollach, Knillhof, and St. Pölten

  • Lower Austria
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Drive 198 km, 2 hours 21 min

  • Tierpark Stadt Haag
  • Melk Abbey
  • Schallaburg
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Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Gemeinde Melk has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Gemeinde Melk 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 Gemeinde Melk. 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 in the town of Gemeinde Melk, like the extraordinary Melk Abbey. This attraction is an abbey and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Gemeinde Melk.

Your discovery of Gemeinde Melk does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Gemeinde Melk 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 Schau. Spiel, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of St. Pölten. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of St. Pölten is the popular Café Schubert. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 983 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of St. Pölten is Rhodos Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Das VINO is one of the best bars in the city of St. Pölten for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181 customers.

Narrnkastl is another of the most popular bars in the city of St. Pölten. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 126 customers.

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

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Day 9 – Schloss Hof and St. Pölten

Day 9

Day 9 – Schloss Hof and St. Pölten

  • Lower Austria
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Drive 301 km, 3 hours 49 min

  • Danube-Auen National Park
  • Schloss Eckartsau
  • Römerstadt Carnuntum
  • Schloss Hof
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Day 9 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Schloss Hof has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Schloss Hof 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 Schloss Hof. 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 in the village of Schloss Hof, like the extraordinary Schloss Hof. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,360 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Schloss Hof.

Your discovery of Schloss Hof does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Schloss Hof 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 Tokyo Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of St. Pölten. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 962 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of St. Pölten is the popular Hotel Restaurant Roter Hahn. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 871 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of St. Pölten is La Dolce Vita. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 768 customers.

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

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Day 10 – Gemeinde Leobendorf and Linz

Day 10

Day 10 – Gemeinde Leobendorf and Linz

  • Krems-Land District
  • Linz
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Drive 282 km, 3 hours 30 min

  • Burg Kreuzenstein
  • Grafenegg Cottages
  • Steinertor
  • Stift Dürnstein
  • More

Day 10 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 Gemeinde Leobendorf and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Linz. You will stay in Linz for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Gemeinde Leobendorf is the amazing Burg Kreuzenstein. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,730 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Gemeinde Leobendorf 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 Linz, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Rauner, one of the best restaurants in the city of Linz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,360 customers.

Locals also recommend ÄNGUS Downtown as one of the best restaurants in the city of Linz. ÄNGUS Downtown is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,173 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Linz is STEAKHOUSE. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,236 customers.

After dinner, visit PAULS steak & veggi Linz, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Linz. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,954 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like CUCINA. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

Alternatively, Café Bar Walker is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Linz. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Linz

Day 11

Day 11 – Linz

  • Linz
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Drive 14 km, 58 min

  • Linz Botanical Garden
  • New Cathedral, Linz
  • Linz’s main square
  • Ars Electronica Center
  • Grottenbahn am Pöstlingberg
  • More

On day 11 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Linz. You’ll stay in Linz for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the ARCOTEL Nike Linz, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Linz. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,143 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Linz is the 4-star Leonardo Boutique Hotel Linz City Center. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,328 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Linz is the 3-star St. Magdalena Das Bildungszentrum. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,211 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 in the city of Linz, like the outstanding Linz Botanical Garden. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,419 visitors.

New Cathedral, Linz is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Linz. This incredible attraction is a cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,676 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Linz is the extraordinary Linz’s main square. This must-see tourist destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 5,238 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Ars Electronica Center. Around 5,491 visitors have given this art museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Grottenbahn am Pöstlingberg. Grottenbahn am Pöstlingberg is a popular grottenbahnen, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 travelers.

Come to Linz 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 Linz.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Teesalon Madame Wu, after your day of exploring the city of Linz. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

Die Bohne- Unser Cafe is another of the best restaurants in the city of Linz. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 814 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Linz is Front Food. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 801 customers.

Locals recommend Chelsea Pub, one of the best bars in the city of Linz, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Linz, Hotel Schwarzer Bär. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 872 customers.

Weinstadl Urfahr is also one of the best bars in the city of Linz. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 549 customers.

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

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Day 12 – Marbach, Krenglbach, Wels, and Graz

Day 12

Day 12 – Marbach, Krenglbach, Wels, and Graz

  • Wels
  • Graz
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Drive 283 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Mauthausen Memorial
  • Zoo Schmiding / Museum - meeting of cultures
  • Tiergarten Wels
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 12 of your epic road trip in Austria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Marbach. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Graz. You’ll stay in Graz for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Marbach’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Marbach, start your day with a visit to the amazing Mauthausen Memorial. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,172 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Marbach has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Graz. Graz offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Freiblick Tagescafé. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,186 reviews.

The remarkable Die Scherbe is another top restaurant in Graz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,667 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kunsthauscafe is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,982 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Graz, the fantastic Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gösser Bräu Graz. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Operncafé - Cafe | Brasserie | Restaurant - Graz. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,749 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 13 – Graz - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – Graz - departure day

  • Graz - Departure day
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  • Clock tower in Graz
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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.

Clock tower in Graz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Graz. This clock tower and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 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 tribeka before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,314 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Lend-Platzl for your last chance at a meal in the city of Graz. The Lend-Platzl restaurant has an average rating 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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