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

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 9-day vacation in Austria!

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 Stadtturm. This much-appreciated tower and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 518 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Golden Roof. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 17,693 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ambras Castle Innsbruck to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Ambras Castle Innsbruck is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,354 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!

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 4 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 Clock tower in Graz. This attraction is a clock tower that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,579 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Hauptplatz, Graz. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,083 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Schlossberg. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,104 visitors.

The lovely Graz Opera is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,904 visitors have left this opera house an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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!

On day 4 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Innsbruck. You’ll stay in Innsbruck for 3 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 Hotel George Vienna, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Innsbruck. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,362 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Innsbruck is the 5-star Meliá Vienna. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,290 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Innsbruck is the 3-star Hotel Altmann. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 853 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 Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 52,208 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 135,798 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 60,791 reviews.

Come to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Naschmarkt, after your day of exploring the city of Innsbruck. 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 Innsbruck. 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 Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, 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 Innsbruck, 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 Innsbruck. 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.

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Innsbruck has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck. 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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 97,727 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Innsbruck 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 46,463 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing MuseumsQuartier. This art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,213 visitors.

Hofburg Palace is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This castle is a popular destination among visitors in Innsbruck. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,996 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Innsbruck does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Innsbruck 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, 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.

Kleinod is another of the most popular bars in the city of Vienna. This bar is rated an average 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 6 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Innsbruck. You now have 1 night left in Innsbruck. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Innsbruck 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 Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,639 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Stadtpark. This attraction is a metro station and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,804 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 Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck, 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 Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, 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 Innsbruck, 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 Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck!

You’ll stay in Gmunden for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Laxenburg Castle Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,913 visitors.

Around 11,926 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 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 Mirabell Palace for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,433 visitors.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Gmunden, Enrico Panigl. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Seelounge Gmunden. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 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 Fortress Hohensalzburg. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 41,365 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 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!

Day 9 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!