7-Day Austria Road Trip from Innsbruck to Spittal an der Drau, Vienna, and Gmunden

photo of cityscape of the alpine city Innsbruck in Austria, framed by the Nordkette.
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7 days & 6 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
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7 days included
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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 Innsbruck, 1 night in Spittal a der Drau, 2 nights in Vienna, and 1 night in Gmunden, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Austria. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Innsbruck, Spittal a der Drau, Vienna, and Gmunden. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Austria you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Innsbruck, 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 Hofburg Palace and Vienna State Opera.

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

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Austria. From the magnificent Belvedere Palace Chapel to the breathtaking St. Stephen's Cathedral 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 Innsbruck, Spittal a der Drau, Vienna, and Gmunden, 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

Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck / 2 nights
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna / 2 nights
Aerial View Of Graz City Center - Graz, Styria, Austria, Europe.Graz
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg
Spittal an der Drau - city in AustriaSpittal a der Drau District / 1 night
Gmunden - city in AustriaGmunden / 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 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
Photo of the Museumsquartier or MQ or Museums Quartier is an area in the centre of Vienna, Austria.MuseumsQuartier
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 Golden Roof in Innsbruck Austria - architecture and nature background.Golden Roof
Mozart's Birthplace, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaMozart's Birthplace
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
Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
UhrturmClock tower in Graz
Innsbrucker Hofgarten
 photo of Triumphpforte at winter, Wilten, Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria.Triumphpforte

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Day 1 - Innsbruck - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Innsbruck - arrival day

  • Innsbruck - Arrival Day
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  • Innsbrucker Hofgarten
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Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Innsbruck. You’ll stay in Innsbruck for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Innsbruck has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Innsbrucker Hofgarten. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,561 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 Innsbruck, Green Flamingo Innsbruck. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck is Ludwig. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,353 customers.

Innsbruck also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Coffee Bar Innsbruck. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Cafe Katzung. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Locals also enjoy auis. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Austria!

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Day 2 - Innsbruck and Spittal an der Drau

Day 2

Day 2 - Innsbruck and Spittal an der Drau

  • Innsbruck
  • Spittal a der Drau District
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Drive 344 km, 5 hours 7 min

  • Golden Roof
  • Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
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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 Innsbruck. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Spittal a der Drau. You’ll stay in Spittal a der Drau for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Innsbruck’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Innsbruck, start your day with a visit to the amazing Golden Roof. This much-appreciated building and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,693 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Seegrube. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,268 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Innsbruck has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Spittal a der Drau. Spittal a der Drau 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 "Panorama Drautalperle". This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 564 reviews.

The remarkable The Renegade is another top restaurant in Spittal a der Drau we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant Trupp is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

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Day 3 - Graz and Vienna

Day 3

Day 3 - Graz and Vienna

  • Graz
  • Vienna
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Drive 413 km, 5 hours

  • Schlossberg
  • Clock tower in Graz
  • Main square of Graz
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Spittal a der Drau and embark on a scenic drive to Vienna, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Spittal a der Drau 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 Spittal a der Drau. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Drautalperle. This attraction is an amusement park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,427 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Folk Culture Museum - Schloss Porcia. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 312 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Spittal a der Drau is the stunning Castello Porcia. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 229 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Schlossberg. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,104 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Clock tower in Graz. This clock tower and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,579 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Hauptplatz, Graz. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,083 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.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bockshorn Irish Pub. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,158 customers.

Locals also recommend die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch, another of the best restaurants in Vienna. Die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Lebenbauer. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Needle Vinyl Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Vienna, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Grüner Kakadu. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Grüner Kakadu has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 568 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 4 - Vienna

Day 4

Day 4 - Vienna

  • Vienna
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 8 min

  • MuseumsQuartier
  • Hofburg Palace
  • Vienna State Opera
  • Belvedere Palace Chapel
  • Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
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On day 4 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna 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 Hotel George Vienna, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Vienna. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,553 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Vienna is the 5-star InterContinental Vienna. The hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,696 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Vienna is the 3-star Hotel Altmann. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 863 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 MuseumsQuartier. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,213 visitors.

Hofburg Palace is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,996 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Vienna State Opera. This opera house is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 46,463 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Belvedere Palace Chapel. Around 60,791 visitors have given this chapel an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,639 travelers.

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 Naschmarkt, after your day of exploring the city of Vienna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,957 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna is Plachutta Wollzeile. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

Locals recommend Josef Cocktailbar, one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna, Flanagans. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

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

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

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Day 5 - Vienna and Gmunden

Day 5

Day 5 - Vienna and Gmunden

  • Vienna
  • Gmunden
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Drive 238 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • St Stephen's Cathedral
  • Schönbrunn Palace
  • Schönbrunn Palace Park
  • Tiergarten Schönbrunn
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Day 5 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 Gmunden. You will stay in Gmunden for 1 night. 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 97,727 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible château, Schönbrunn Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 135,798 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 52,208 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 Gmunden, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kulturcafe Villa Lehmann, one of the best restaurants in the city of Gmunden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

Locals also recommend Meteora as one of the best restaurants in the city of Gmunden. Meteora is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 260 customers.

After dinner, visit Enrico Panigl, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Gmunden. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Seelounge Gmunden. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 customers.

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

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Day 6 - Salzburg and Innsbruck

Day 6

Day 6 - Salzburg and Innsbruck

  • Salzburg
  • Innsbruck
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Drive 270 km, 3 hours 46 min

  • Mirabell Palace
  • Mozart's Birthplace
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
  • Hellbrunn Palace
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Rise and shine on day 6 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 3,588 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 2,015 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 594 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Mirabell Palace. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,433 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Fortress Hohensalzburg. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 41,365 reviews.

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 Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,033 customers.

Locals also recommend Gasthof Goldener Adler, another of the best restaurants in Innsbruck. Gasthof Goldener Adler is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at auis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Fischerhausl 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 1,059 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Galway Bay. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Galway Bay has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

Cafe Bar Moustache is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 743 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 - Innsbruck - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 - Innsbruck - departure day

  • Innsbruck - Departure Day
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  • Triumphpforte
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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 Innsbruck 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.

Triumphpforte is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Innsbruck. This triumphal arch and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,169 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Innsbruck at Fischerhausl before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend mamma mia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Innsbruck. The mamma mia restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

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

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