14-Day Austria Road Trip from Graz traveling north to Vienna, St. Pölten, Gmunden, and Innsbruck

Photo of Graz city from hill, Austria.
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 14-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, 2 nights in St. Pölten, 2 nights in Gmunden, 1 night in Innsbruck, and 1 night in Zell am See, 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, Gmunden, Innsbruck, and Zell am See. We'll help you experience the best 14 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral 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 Vienna State Opera to the breathtaking Schönbrunn Palace and Schönbrunn Palace, 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, St. Pölten, Gmunden, Innsbruck, and Zell am See, 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 13 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 13 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, 13 nights
Rental car, 14 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz / 2 nights
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 5 nights
Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck / 1 night
Wels - city in AustriaWels
Village of Velden at lake Worther See in Carinthia,Austria.Klagenfurt
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg
Lower Austria - state in AustriaLower Austria / 2 nights
Gmunden - city in AustriaGmunden / 2 nights
photo of Ski resort Zell am See in Austria.Zell am See / 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 Swarovski Crystal Worlds covered with snow in Innsbruck, Austria.Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Photo of the Albertina is a museum in the Innere Stadt of Vienna, Austria. Albertina houses one of the largest print rooms in the world.Albertina
Photo of Mirabell Palace and Gardens in Summer, Salzburg castle in background.Mirabell Palace
Photo of The Neue Burg is part of the Vienna Hofburg and the monumental Imperial Forum it is an incomplete 19th century palace wing hosting Kunsthistorisches Museum collections.Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
Photo of the enchanting Haus des Meeres public aquarium in Vienna's Esterhazy Park, Austria.Haus des Meeres
Photo of The medieval Clock tower Uhrturm in flower garden on Shlossberg hill, Graz, Austria.Schlossberg
Mozart's Birthplace, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaMozart's Birthplace
Photo of St. Charles's Church (Karlskirche) in Vienna, Austria at beautiful twilight.Karlskirche
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 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 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 beautiful rainbow in Krimml Waterfalls and the surroundings forest in Krimml, Austria.Krimml Waterfalls
photo of view of Red Bull Hangar-7,Himmelreich Austria.Red Bull Hangar-7
The historic Technical Museum of Vienna opened in 1918. Build under the regency of Franz Joseph I Emperor of Austria.Technical Museum Vienna
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
photo of view of Statue of famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the Burggarten, Vienna, Austria.Burggarten
Haus der Natur, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaHaus der Natur
Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
MirabellgartenMirabellgarten
Zoo Schmiding / Museum - meeting of cultures, Krenglbach, Bezirk Wels-Land, Upper Austria, AustriaZoo Schmiding / Museum - meeting of cultures
Myra Waterfalls, Gemeinde Muggendorf, Bezirk Wiener Neustadt, Lower Austria, AustriaMyra Waterfalls
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
Concentration Camp Mauthausen Memorial AustriaMauthausen Memorial
Innsbrucker Hofgarten
Eggenberg Palace, Graz, Eggenberg, Graz, Styria, AustriaEggenberg Palace, Graz
Photo of Cityscape of Graz from Schlossberg hill, Graz, Styria region, Austria, in autumn, at sunrise.Kunsthaus Graz
Welser Tiergarten, Wels, Upper Austria, AustriaTiergarten Wels
Neuer Platz, Innere Stadt, Klagenfurt, Carinthia, AustriaNeuer Platz
Graz Opera, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaGraz Opera
Zell am see esplanade, Zell am See, Bezirk Zell am See, Salzburg, AustriaZell am see esplanade
Photo of Schallaburg Castle is one of the best known Renaissance style castles in Austria.Schallaburg
Reptilienzoo HappReptilienzoo Happ
Grazer BurgCastle of Graz

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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 14-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 216 km, 2 hours 58 min

  • Kunsthaus Graz
  • Eggenberg Palace, Graz
  • Schlossberg
  • Castle of Graz
  • Graz Opera
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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 Schloss Eggenberg. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,626 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Schlossberg to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Schlossberg is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 visitors.

The lovely Castle of Graz is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 793 visitors have left this urban castle average ratings of 4.6 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 Graz Opera. This attraction is an opera house rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,085 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 11 km, 39 min

  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Stadtpark
  • Belvedere Palace Chapel
  • Karlskirche
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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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors.

Stadtpark is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a metro station and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,294 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Belvedere Palace Chapel. This chapel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 66,332 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Karlskirche. Around 21,702 visitors have given this church building an average rating of 4.6 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 7 km, 32 min

  • Burggarten
  • Albertina
  • Vienna State Opera
  • Heldenplatz
  • Hofburg Palace
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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 Burggarten. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,973 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna, which gets around 360,073 annual visits, is the spectacular Albertina. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,147 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Vienna State Opera. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 visitors.

Heldenplatz is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,261 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Hofburg Palace. Hofburg Palace is a castle and popular attraction in Vienna. More than 47,034 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 10 km, 32 min

  • Hundertwasserhaus
  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
  • Prater
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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 Hundertwasserhaus. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,429 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 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 8 km, 35 min

  • Haus des Meeres
  • MuseumsQuartier
  • Museum of Natural History Vienna
  • Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg
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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 MuseumsQuartier. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,180 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Museum of Natural History Vienna. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 33,317 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 25,581 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 – Vienna and St. Pölten

Day 7

Day 7 – Vienna and St. Pölten

  • Vienna
  • Lower Austria
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Drive 73 km, 1 hour 22 min

  • Technical Museum Vienna
  • Schönbrunn Palace
  • Schönbrunn Palace Park
  • Tiergarten Schönbrunn
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Day 7 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 Vienna and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of St. Pölten. You will stay in St. Pölten for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Vienna is the amazing Vienna Technical Museum. This attraction is a technology museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,038 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible château, Schönbrunn Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145,237 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Vienna is the outstanding Schönbrunn Palace. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,579 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Vienna 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 St. Pölten, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Golden Sun, one of the best restaurants in the city of St. Pölten. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

Locals also recommend Schau. Spiel as one of the best restaurants in the city of St. Pölten. Schau. Spiel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of St. Pölten is Rhodos Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

After dinner, visit Saloon Milwaukee, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of St. Pölten. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Yesterday - die Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 291 customers.

Alternatively, BarRock is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of St. Pölten. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 262 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Lower Austria and St. Pölten

Day 8

Day 8 – Lower Austria and St. Pölten

  • Lower Austria
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Drive 266 km, 3 hours 36 min

  • Schallaburg
  • Melk Abbey
  • Laxenburg Castle Park
  • Myra Waterfalls
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You still have 1 night left in St. Pölten.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Schallaburg. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,033 visitors.

Melk Abbey is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Laxenburg Castle Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,455 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Myra Waterfalls. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,003 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Austria to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of St. Pölten, like Tokyo Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 962 customers.

La Dolce Vita is another of the best restaurant options in the city of St. Pölten. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 768 customers.

Locals enjoy FLIEGER-BRÄU, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of St. Pölten. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of St. Pölten, Cafe Pub Tritsch & Tratsch. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 271 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like MacLaren's Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

Das VINO is another of the best bars in the city of St. Pölten. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181 customers.

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

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Day 9 – Upper Austria and Gmunden

Day 9

Day 9 – Upper Austria and Gmunden

  • Wels
  • Gmunden
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Drive 217 km, 2 hours 52 min

  • Mauthausen Memorial
  • Zoo Schmiding / Museum - meeting of cultures
  • Tiergarten Wels
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Gmunden. You’ll stay in Gmunden for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Upper Austria’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Upper Austria, 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 Upper Austria has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Gmunden. Gmunden 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 Meteora. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 260 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Gmunden, the fantastic Kulturcafe Villa Lehmann. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Enrico Panigl. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

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Day 10 – Salzburg and Gmunden

Day 10

Day 10 – Salzburg and Gmunden

  • Salzburg
  • Gmunden
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Drive 179 km, 2 hours 30 min

  • Hellbrunn Palace
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
  • Mozart's Birthplace
  • Mirabellgarten
  • Mirabell Palace
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On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Gmunden, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Gmunden.

Today you'll explore the city of Salzburg. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Schloss Ort. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,752 visitors.

Baumwipfelpfad Salzkammergut is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Salzburg. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,081 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Salzburg is Seebahnhof. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 612 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Austria to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Gmunden, like Brauhaus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Weinstube Spies is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Gmunden. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

Locals enjoy Hacklpizza, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Gmunden. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 218 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Gmunden, Seelounge Gmunden. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Salzburg and Innsbruck

Day 11

Day 11 – Salzburg and Innsbruck

  • Salzburg
  • Innsbruck
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Drive 272 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Mozartplatz
  • Haus der Natur
  • Red Bull Hangar-7
  • Swarovski Crystal Worlds
  • More

Rise and shine on day 11 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Gmunden and embark on a scenic drive to Innsbruck, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Gmunden and Salzburg before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Gmunden. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Schloss Ort. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,752 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 Mozartplatz. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,235 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Haus der Natur Salzburg. This science museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,033 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 500,000 yearly visitors.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Hangar-7. This architectural structure and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 visitors.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like 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 12 – Innsbruck and Zell Am See

Day 12

Day 12 – Innsbruck and Zell Am See

  • Innsbruck
  • Zell am See
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Drive 158 km, 2 hours 57 min

  • Golden Roof
  • Innsbrucker Hofgarten
  • Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
  • Krimml Waterfalls
  • Zell am see esplanade
  • More

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 Innsbrucker Hofgarten. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,853 visitors.

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 Krimml Waterfalls for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a waterfall and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,420 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Zell am see esplanade. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,006 visitors, this park 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 13 – Klagenfurt and Graz

Day 13

Day 13 – Klagenfurt and Graz

  • Klagenfurt
  • Graz
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Drive 371 km, 4 hours 54 min

  • Pyramidenkogel Tower
  • Reptilienzoo Happ
  • Neuer Platz
  • More

You’ll stay in Graz for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Pyramidenkogel Tower. This excellent attraction is an observation tower that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,280 visitors.

Around 3,497 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Neuer Platz for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Graz, Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Gösser Bräu Graz. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 customers.

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

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Day 14 – Graz - departure day

Day 14

Day 14 – Graz - departure day

  • Graz - Departure day
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  • Clock tower in Graz
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Day 14 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 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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