7-Day Austria road trip from Graz to Vienna and Salzburg

Photo of Graz city from hill, Austria.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
Flights
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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, 3 nights in Vienna, and 1 night in Salzburg, 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, Salzburg, and Werfen. We'll help you experience the best 7 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 Belvedere Palace Chapel 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 Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Graz, Vienna, Salzburg, and Werfen, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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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Included

Hotel, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz / 2 nights
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 3 nights
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg / 1 night

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Attractions

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 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
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
Photo of classic view of the historic city of Graz with main square and famous Grazer clock tower in the background sitting on top of Schlossberg hill, Styria, Austria.Main square of Graz
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
Hohenwerfen Castle or Festung Hohenwerfen aerial panoramic view. Hohenwerfen is a medieval rock castle overlooking the Austrian Werfen town in Salzach valley, AustriaHohenwerfen Castle
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
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
St. Johann und Paul, Wetzelsdorf, Graz, Styria, AustriaSt Johann und Paul, Graz
Freiheitsplatz Graz, Innere Stadt, Graz, Styria, AustriaFreiheitsplatz 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 7-day vacation in Austria!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Graz and Vienna

Day 2

Day 2 – Graz and Vienna

  • Graz
  • Vienna
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Drive 225 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Kunsthaus Graz
  • Clock tower in Graz
  • Schlossberg
  • Eggenberg Palace, Graz
  • St Johann und Paul, Graz
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Day 2 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Graz and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Vienna. You will stay in Vienna for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Graz is the amazing Kunsthaus Graz. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,737 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible clock tower, Clock tower in Graz. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Graz is the outstanding Schlossberg. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 visitors.

The spectacular Schloss Eggenberg is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,626 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic St. Johann und Paul, Graz. This attraction is a popular church building that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 567 visitors.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 3 – Vienna

Day 3

Day 3 – Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 19 km, 1 hour 12 min

  • Belvedere Palace Chapel
  • Schönbrunn Palace
  • Schönbrunn Palace Park
  • Tiergarten Schönbrunn
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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 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the 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 Belvedere Palace Chapel. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 visitors.

Schönbrunn Palace is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145,237 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Schönbrunn Palace. This château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 53,579 reviews.

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

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like 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 8 km, 40 min

  • Prater
  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
  • Vienna State Opera
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vienna has to offer. Cherish the 1 night 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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna is the spectacular Vienna State Opera. This attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 5 – Vienna, Lower Austria, and Salzburg

Day 5

Day 5 – Vienna, Lower Austria, and Salzburg

  • Vienna
  • Salzburg
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Drive 304 km, 3 hours 40 min

  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Hofburg Palace
  • Melk Abbey
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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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Hofburg Palace. This castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Vienna 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 Melk Abbey for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an abbey and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 visitors.

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

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

Locals also 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 Red Bull Hangar-7, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Monkeys cafe. Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

Alternatively, Darwin's Cafe Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Salzburg, Werfen, and Graz

Day 6

Day 6 – Salzburg, Werfen, and Graz

  • Salzburg
  • Graz
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Mirabell Palace
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
  • Hellbrunn Palace
  • Hohenwerfen Castle
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Salzburg and embark on a scenic drive to Graz, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in 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 Mirabell Palace. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,688 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fortress Hohensalzburg. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,309 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Salzburg is the stunning Hellbrunn Palace. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Hohenwerfen Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,089 visitors.

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

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

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

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Day 7 – Graz - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Graz - departure day

  • Graz - Departure day
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  • Freiheitsplatz Graz
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Day 7 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.

Freiheitsplatz Graz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Graz. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 201 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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