9-Day Austria road trip from Vienna to Graz, Spittal a der Drau, and Gmunden

Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 4 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 Vienna State Opera. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 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 9-day vacation in Austria!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vienna has to offer. Cherish the 3 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!

Day 3 of your road trip across Austria is another day in the magnificent Vienna. You now have 2 nights left in Vienna. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Vienna 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 37,411 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Hundertwasserhaus. This attraction is a multiple dwellings and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,429 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 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, Lugeck. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Vienna that locals enjoy, eat at Reinthaler's Beisl. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

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

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Vienna, Flanagans. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Vienna, we recommend the cocktails at Crossfield's Australian Pub. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Vienna!

Day 4 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 Graz. You will stay in Graz 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 103,855 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Hofburg Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,034 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Vienna is the outstanding Museum of Natural History Vienna. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 33,317 visitors.

The spectacular Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien: Neue Burg is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 25,581 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 Graz, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz, one of the best restaurants in the city of Graz. This restaurant has an average rating 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.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Graz and embark on a scenic drive to Spittal a der Drau, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in 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 Graz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hauptplatz, Graz. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,716 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Clock tower in Graz. This attraction, a beloved clock tower, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,087 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Graz is the stunning Schlossberg. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated opera house in Graz. The popular Graz Opera is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,085 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pyramidenkogel Tower. This attraction is an observation tower that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,280 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant "Panorama Drautalperle". This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 564 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Trupp, another of the best restaurants in Spittal a der Drau. Restaurant Trupp is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Ma Ma Mia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 213 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Renegade to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Spittal a der Drau, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Spittal a der Drau and embark on a scenic drive to Gmunden, 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 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 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 Folk Culture Museum - Schloss Porcia. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 320 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Castello Porcia. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 236 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Spittal a der Drau is the stunning Drautalperle.

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 43,309 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Salzburg Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,882 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Mozartplatz. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,235 visitors.

The lovely Mozart's Birthplace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 21,779 visitors have left this museum an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Salzburg, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Gmunden. When you arrive in Gmunden 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 Meteora. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 260 customers.

After dinner, visit Kulturcafe Villa Lehmann to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Gmunden, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Enrico Panigl. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Enrico Panigl has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 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 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Gmunden, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Gmunden.

Today you'll explore the city of Salzburg. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Schloss Ort. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,752 visitors.

Baumwipfelpfad Salzkammergut is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Salzburg. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,081 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Salzburg is Seebahnhof. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 612 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Austria to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Gmunden.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Gmunden, like Brauhaus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

Weinstube Spies is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Gmunden. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

Locals enjoy Hacklpizza, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Gmunden. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 218 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Gmunden, Seelounge Gmunden. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Austria!

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 Vienna, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Gmunden and Lower Austria 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 3,752 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 2,081 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 612 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Melk Abbey. This attraction is an abbey that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,473 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Naturpark Föhrenberge. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,008 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Laxenburg Castle Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,455 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Lower Austria, 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 Rinderwahn. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,045 customers.

After dinner, visit Loos American Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Vienna, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kleinod. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kleinod has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 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 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’ll then say farewell to Vienna. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Austria!