13-Day Austria road trip from Vienna to St. Pölten, Salzburg, Innsbruck, and Zell Am See

Photo of Vienna Giant Wheel 65m tall Ferris wheel in Prater park in Austria, Vienna.
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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 5 nights in Vienna, 1 night in St. Pölten, 2 nights in Salzburg, 2 nights in Innsbruck, 1 night in Zell am See, and 1 night in Klagenfurt, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Austria. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Vienna, St. Pölten, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Zell am See, Werfen, and Klagenfurt. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in Austria you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Vienna, 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 Schönbrunn Palace.

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

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Austria. From the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace to the breathtaking St. Stephen's Cathedral and Belvedere Palace Chapel, 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 Vienna, St. Pölten, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Zell am See, Werfen, and Klagenfurt, 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
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Destinations

Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 5 nights
Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck / 2 nights
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg / 2 nights
Lower Austria - state in AustriaLower Austria / 1 night
Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz
photo of Ski resort Zell am See in Austria.Zell am See / 1 night
Village of Velden at lake Worther See in Carinthia,Austria.Klagenfurt / 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
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 Swarovski Crystal Worlds covered with snow in Innsbruck, Austria.Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Photo of Mirabell Palace and Gardens in Summer, Salzburg castle in background.Mirabell Palace
Photo of The 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
Pyramidenkogel Tower, Keutschach am See, Bezirk Klagenfurt-Land, Carinthia, AustriaPyramidenkogel Tower
photo of Golden Roof in Innsbruck Austria - architecture and nature background.Golden Roof
photo of view of The view of Hundertwasser house in Vienna, Austria.Hundertwasserhaus
Photo of aerial view of the Highline 179 in Reutte, Austria.Highline179
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
Hohenwerfen Castle or Festung Hohenwerfen aerial panoramic view. Hohenwerfen is a medieval rock castle overlooking the Austrian Werfen town in Salzach valley, AustriaHohenwerfen Castle
Column of Pest (Column of The Trinity), Innere Stadt, Vienna, AustriaColumn of Pest (Column of The Trinity)
Salzburg Cathedral, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaSalzburg Cathedral
 photo of historic Fortress of Kufstein at River Inn at winter with snow in Tirol, Alps, Austria.Kufstein Fortress
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
Zillertal Arena - größtes Skigebiet im Zillertal, Gemeinde Rohrberg, Bezirk Schwaz, Tyrol, AustriaZillertal Arena
photo of The ski-jump at Bergisel, Innsbruck in Austria.Bergisel Ski Jump
Photo of Ambras Castle .Ambras Castle
Concentration Camp Mauthausen Memorial AustriaMauthausen Memorial
Eisriesenwelt, Werfen, Bezirk St. Johann im Pongau, Salzburg, AustriaEisriesenwelt
Gut Aiderbichl Henndorf, Henndorf am Wallersee, Flachgau, Salzburg, AustriaGut Aiderbichl Henndorf
photo of view of Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car,Gemeinde Ehrwald Austria.Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car
Penkenbahn - Mayrhofner Bergbahnen
Kurpark Baden, Gemeinde Baden, Bezirk Baden, Lower Austria, AustriaKurpark Baden Stadtpark
Lower Austria Museum,Austria.Lower Austria Museum
photo of  view of Pilgrimage church Maria Plain on Plainberg in Bergheim bei Salzburg, Austria. Mozart sometimes played music at Maria Plain during Sunday mass.,Austria Austria.Maria Plain
Reifnitz am Wörthersee, Maria Wörth, Bezirk Klagenfurt-Land, Carinthia, AustriaReifnitz am Wörthersee
Burgenwelt Ehrenberg, Marktgemeinde Reutte, Bezirk Reutte, Tyrol, AustriaBurgenwelt Ehrenberg
Schlossberglift Graz
Maria-Theresa Memorial

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Day 1 – Vienna - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Vienna - arrival day

  • Vienna - Arrival day
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  • Vienna State Opera
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Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 5 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Vienna has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Vienna State Opera. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 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 Vienna, die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. The restaurant 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 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Locals recommend Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 customers.

Vienna also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Vienna is Bockshorn Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Vienna is Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

Locals also enjoy Josef Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Vienna

Day 2

Day 2 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 17 km, 1 hour 12 min

  • Schönbrunn Palace Park
  • Schönbrunn Palace
  • MuseumsQuartier
  • Maria-Theresa Memorial
  • Hofburg Palace
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vienna has to offer. Cherish the 4 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 Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,579 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 MuseumsQuartier. This art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,180 visitors.

Hofburg Palace is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This castle is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 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 Plachutta Wollzeile, 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 6,398 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 3 – Vienna

Day 3

Day 3 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 19 km, 1 hour

  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Stadtpark
  • Belvedere Palace Chapel
  • Tiergarten Schönbrunn
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Day 3 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Vienna. You now have 3 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Stadtpark. This attraction is a metro station and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,294 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible Belvedere Palace Chapel. This attraction is a chapel and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 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, Lugeck. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Vienna that locals enjoy, eat at Reinthaler's Beisl. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

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

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, Flanagans. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Vienna, we recommend the cocktails at Crossfield's Australian Pub. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Vienna!

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Day 4 – Vienna

Day 4

Day 4 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 7 km, 44 min

  • Prater
  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
  • Hundertwasserhaus
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Day 4 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 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.

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 5 – Lower Austria and St. Pölten

Day 5

Day 5 – Lower Austria and St. Pölten

  • Lower Austria
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 34 min

  • Laxenburg Castle Park
  • Kurpark Baden Stadtpark
  • Melk Abbey
  • Lower Austria Museum
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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 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lower Austria’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lower Austria, 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.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kurpark Baden Stadtpark. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,816 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Melk Abbey to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Melk Abbey is an abbey that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 visitors.

The lovely Museum Niederösterreich is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,428 visitors have left this country museum average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lower Austria 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 Restaurant Golden Sun. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 944 reviews.

The remarkable Schau. Spiel is another top restaurant in St. Pölten we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Rhodos Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in St. Pölten, the fantastic Saloon Milwaukee. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Yesterday - die Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 291 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is BarRock. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 262 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 6 – Upper Austria and Salzburg

Day 6

Day 6 – Upper Austria and Salzburg

  • Salzburg
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Drive 273 km, 3 hours 32 min

  • Mauthausen Memorial
  • Gut Aiderbichl Henndorf
  • Maria Plain
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You’ll stay in Salzburg for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Mauthausen Memorial. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,172 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Austria, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Austria. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Maria Plain for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is an architectural ensemble and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,335 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg, STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg is Bärenwirt. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,298 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Salzburg, Red Bull Hangar-7. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Monkeys cafe. Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

Darwin's Cafe Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Salzburg

Day 7

Day 7 – Salzburg

  • Salzburg
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Drive 13 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Hellbrunn Palace
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
  • Salzburg Cathedral
  • Mozartplatz
  • Mirabell Palace
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On day 7 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg 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 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 2,178 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 Hellbrunn Palace. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors.

Fortress Hohensalzburg is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,309 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Salzburg Cathedral. This catholic cathedral is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,882 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Mozartplatz. Around 12,235 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Mirabell Palace. Mirabell Palace is a popular château, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,688 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 8 – Salzburg, Stadt Kufstein, and Innsbruck

Day 8

Day 8 – Salzburg, Stadt Kufstein, and Innsbruck

  • Salzburg
  • Innsbruck
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Drive 186 km, 2 hours 33 min

  • Mozart's Birthplace
  • Haus der Natur
  • Red Bull Hangar-7
  • Kufstein Fortress
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Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Salzburg and embark on a scenic drive to Innsbruck, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Salzburg before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Salzburg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mozart's Birthplace. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,779 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Haus der Natur Salzburg. This attraction, a beloved science museum, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,033 visitors. Haus der Natur Salzburg welcomes around 500,000 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Salzburg is the stunning Hangar-7. This architectural structure and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kufstein Fortress. This attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,685 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Green Flamingo Innsbruck. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 819 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Coffee Bar Innsbruck to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Innsbruck, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 customers.

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

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

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

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Day 9 – Marktgemeinde Reutte and Innsbruck

Day 9

Day 9 – Marktgemeinde Reutte and Innsbruck

  • Innsbruck
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Drive 237 km, 3 hours 43 min

  • Burgenwelt Ehrenberg
  • Highline179
  • Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car
  • Swarovski Crystal Worlds
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Innsbruck, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Swarovski Kristallwelten. This amazing attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 29,831 visitors.

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

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

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Gasthof Goldener Adler. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

Mamma mia is one of the top restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

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

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

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

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

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Day 10 – Innsbruck, Stadt Schwaz, and Zell Am See

Day 10

Day 10 – Innsbruck, Stadt Schwaz, and Zell Am See

  • Innsbruck
  • Zell am See
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Drive 172 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Golden Roof
  • Bergisel Ski Jump
  • Ambras Castle
  • Zillertal Arena
  • Penkenbahn - Mayrhofner Bergbahnen
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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 Golden Roof. This attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,818 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Bergisel Ski Jump. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,647 visitors.

Ambras Castle Innsbruck is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 6,750 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Innsbruck 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 Zillertal Arena for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,733 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Penkenbahn - Mayrhofner Bergbahnen. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,881 visitors, this best-rated sightseeing destination deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Alternatively, Murrays Irish bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Zell Am See. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Werfen and Klagenfurt

Day 11

Day 11 – Werfen and Klagenfurt

  • Klagenfurt
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Drive 260 km, 3 hours 49 min

  • Eisriesenwelt
  • Hohenwerfen Castle
  • Pyramidenkogel Tower
  • Reifnitz am Wörthersee
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Rise and shine on day 11 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Zell am See and embark on a scenic drive to Klagenfurt, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Zell am See and Werfen 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 Zell am See. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Zell am see esplanade. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,006 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Thumersbach Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,436 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Zell am See is the stunning Strandbad Maishofen. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 280 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Werfen and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Werfen has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Eisriesenwelt. This attraction is a show cave that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,826 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Hohenwerfen Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,089 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Werfen, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Klagenfurt. When you arrive in Klagenfurt 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 Zum Heiligen Josef. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 733 customers.

After dinner, visit 151 Bistro Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Klagenfurt, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Frankie's Restaurant Bar & Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Frankie's Restaurant Bar & Café has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

GIG Bar & Cafe 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 643 customers.

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

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Day 12 – Graz and Vienna

Day 12

Day 12 – Graz and Vienna

  • Graz
  • Vienna
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Drive 337 km, 4 hours 11 min

  • Clock tower in Graz
  • Schlossberglift Graz
  • Schlossberg
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Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Klagenfurt and embark on a scenic drive to Vienna, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Klagenfurt and Graz 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 Klagenfurt. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Minimundus. This attraction is a miniature park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,711 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Stadtwerke Strandbad Klagenfurt. This attraction, a beloved amusement park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,101 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Klagenfurt is the stunning Neuer Platz. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Clock tower in Graz. This attraction is a clock tower that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,087 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Schlossberglift Graz. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 378 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Schlossberg. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit Roberto American Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Vienna, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Wienerin. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Wienerin has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Kruger’s American Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 704 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 – Vienna - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – Vienna - departure day

  • Vienna - Departure day
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  • Column of Pest (Column of The Trinity)
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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 Vienna 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.

Column of Pest is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Vienna. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,383 visitors.

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

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

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