8-Day Austria Road Trip from Vienna to Graz

Your amazing road trip adventure in Austria begins when you reach the incredible region of Vienna. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the region of Vienna is the Hotel Sacher Wien.

We also recommend the best 4-star hotels, like the Holiday Inn Vienna City.

Alternatively, the best cheap hostel in the region of Vienna is the Wombats City Hostel -The Naschmarkt. This 3-star hostel is rated an average of 87.23 out of 5 stars by 3,448 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the region of Vienna, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Vienna has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Schönbrunn Palace Park. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 48,225 visitors.

Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel is another popular attraction in Vienna. This unforgettable attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 28,746 visitors.

Another favorite attraction in Vienna is Albertina. This outstanding travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,737 visitors.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna, Bockshorn Irish Pub. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna is die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

Locals recommend Lebenbauer as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 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 Grüner Kakadu. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Austria!

Day 2 will take you to the best attractions the region of Vienna has to offer, such as the incredible Vienna Operahouse, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and Stadtpark.

You’ll continue exploring the region of Vienna on day 2 of your self-drive road trip through Austria. Take advantage of this break from your road trip by spending another day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Austria.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the region 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 Vienna Operahouse. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,228 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna is the spectacular St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 87,863 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Stadtpark metro station. This outstanding attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,840 visitors. This is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna.

Your discovery of Austria does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Vienna on this day of your trip. This experience and allows you the opportunity to explore fantastic attractions. Include this activity on your itinerary or choose among other memorable tours in Vienna.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Austria, be sure to eat at Naschmarkt, 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 43,957 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Vienna is Plachutta Wollzeile. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Josef Cocktailbar is one of the best bars in the city of Vienna for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Flanagans is another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Vienna is Crossfield's Australian Pub. Crossfield's Australian Pub has an average rating 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!

Day 3 will take you to the best attractions the region of Vienna has to offer, such as the incredible The Hofburg, Museum of Natural History Vienna, and Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien.

You’ll continue exploring the region of Vienna on day 3 of your self-drive road trip through Austria. Take advantage of this break from your road trip by spending another day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Austria.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the region 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 The Hofburg. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,011 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vienna is the spectacular Museum of Natural History Vienna. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,670 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien museum. This outstanding attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,805 visitors.

MuseumsQuartier is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Vienna. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,658 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Austria does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Vienna on this day of your trip. This experience and allows you the opportunity to explore fantastic attractions. Include this activity on your itinerary or choose among other memorable tours in Vienna.

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, Loos American Bar 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 1,538 customers.

MARIO Pasta-Grill-Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,320 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Vienna is Kleinod. Kleinod has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip across Austria will give you another day in the magnificent region of Vienna, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions, like the unforgettable Schönbrunn Zoo, Schönbrunn Palace, Belvedere Palace, plus many more.

Vienna will have 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 Schönbrunn Zoo. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,548 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,269 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit is the incredible Belvedere Palace. This attraction is a chapel and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,492 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Prater. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 92,241 visitors. If you’d rather experience something else, you’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of other 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.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Vienna that locals enjoy, eat at Flanagans. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Vienna is Steirereck. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,356 customers.

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!

Day 5 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Mariatrost Basilica, Schloßberg, Oper Graz, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in Graz is the amazing Mariatrost Basilica. This attraction is a parish church that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 877 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Schloßberg. This popular opera house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,571 visitors.

The spectacular Eggenberg Palace, Graz is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,859 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Murinsel. This attraction is a popular footbridge that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,302 visitors. The tour allows curious travelers like you to have an unforgettable experience exploring some of Austria’s best spots. This is just one of the many experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Austria. So make sure to check it out or browse other top-rated options.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Graz is the 4-star Best Western Plus Plaza Hotel Graz. This hotel has an average rating of 82.48 out of 5 stars by 1,867 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star apartment. The apartment IntercityHotel Graz is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Graz. This apartment is rated an average of 86.21 out of 5 stars by 2,145 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Hotel Mariahilf. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 78.33 out of 5 stars by 1,640 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Steak Boutique, one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

Locals also recommend dreizehn by Gauster as one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. Dreizehn by Gauster is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Graz is Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,934 customers.

After dinner, visit Steak Boutique, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Graz. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like dreizehn by Gauster. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Alternatively, Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Graz. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

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

Day 6 will take you to the best attractions the region of Graz has to offer, such as the incredible Uhrturm, Kunsthaus Graz, and Landeszeughaus.

You’ll continue exploring the region of Graz on day 6 of your self-drive road trip through Austria. Take advantage of this break from your road trip by spending another day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Austria.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the region of Graz. 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 Uhrturm. This attraction is a clock tower and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,511 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Graz is the spectacular Kunsthaus Graz. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,960 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Landeszeughaus armory. This outstanding attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,545 visitors.

Main square of Graz is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Graz. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,059 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Old Town of Graz. Old Town of Graz is a popular attraction in Graz. More than 1,520 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Austria does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Graz on this day of your trip. This experience and allows you the opportunity to explore fantastic attractions. Include this activity on your itinerary or choose among other memorable tours in Graz.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Austria, be sure to eat at Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Graz is the popular Gösser Bräu Graz. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Graz is Landhauskeller - Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktailbar | Hofsaison | Katze Katze - Graz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,481 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Gösser Bräu Graz is one of the best bars in the city of Graz for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,327 customers.

Landhauskeller - Mittagessen | Abendessen | Cocktailbar | Hofsaison | Katze Katze - Graz is another of the most popular bars in the city of Graz. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,481 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Graz is ROX Graz - Burger | Grill | Music-Bar. ROX Graz - Burger | Grill | Music-Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Laxenburg Castle Park, Burg Perchtoldsdorf, Castle Liechtenstein, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in Mödling District is the amazing Laxenburg Castle Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,601 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Burg Perchtoldsdorf. This popular castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,674 visitors.

The spectacular Föhrenberge Nature Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,904 visitors. The tour allows curious travelers like you to have an unforgettable experience exploring some of Austria’s best spots. This is just one of the many experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Austria. So make sure to check it out or browse other top-rated options.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Vienna is the 4-star Holiday Inn Vienna City.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Sacher Wien is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Vienna.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hostel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Wombats City Hostel -The Naschmarkt. This 3-star hostel has an average rating of 87.23 out of 5 stars by 3,448 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Figlmüller at Wollzeile, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,569 customers.

Locals also recommend Crossfield's Australian Pub as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna. Crossfield's Australian Pub is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vienna is Ilona Stüberl. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

After dinner, visit Aurora Rooftop Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 638 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 635 customers.

Alternatively, First American Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

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

Day 8 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.

Haus des Meeres is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Vienna. This public aquarium and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,018.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the Volksgarten urban park is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.7 out of 5-star rating from 15,088 reviews.

You can also stop at Karlskirche church building to capture the beauty and wonder of Vienna one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,541.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the region of Vienna before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to Austria and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in Austria!