5-Day Austria road trip Starting from Vienna to Graz

Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 3 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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 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 5-day vacation in Austria!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vienna has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Vienna by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Vienna. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Belvedere Palace Chapel. This attraction is a chapel and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 visitors.

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

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

This is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna.

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

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Austria, be sure to eat at 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Austria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Vienna. 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 Vienna’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Vienna, start your day with a visit to the amazing St. Stephen's Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Vienna State Opera. This opera house and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 49,854 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Hofburg Palace to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Hofburg Palace is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 visitors.

The lovely MuseumsQuartier is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 30,180 visitors have left this art museum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Vienna 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 Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,934 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Graz, the fantastic Steak Boutique. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful dreizehn by Gauster. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

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

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Kunsthaus Graz. This art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,737 visitors.

Clock tower in Graz is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular clock tower, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 7,087 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Schlossberg. This attraction is an amazing park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Graz 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 Hauptplatz, Graz for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Kunsthaus Graz. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,737 visitors, this art museum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Clock tower in Graz. This attraction, a stunning clock tower, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Schlossberg. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,998 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lugeck, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Locals also recommend Reinthaler's Beisl as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. Reinthaler's Beisl is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Flanagans, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Crossfield's Australian Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

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

Day 5 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.

Stadtpark is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Vienna. This metro station and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,294 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Vienna at Rinderwahn before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

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