Cheap 13-Day Austria Road Trip from Salzburg to Sankt Michael im Lungau, Villach, Graz, and Vienna
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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 13-day road trip through Austria! Travel to Salzburg, Katschberg Pass, Werfen, Villach, Graz, Vienna, Gmunden, and Innsbruck with this cheap holiday package!
Explore Austria for less with this 13-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Belvedere Palace Chapel, the captivating Schönbrunn Palace, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Austria and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 2 nights in Salzburg, 1 night in Katschberg Pass, 1 night in Villach, 1 night in Graz, 5 nights in Vienna, 1 night in Gmunden, and 1 night in Innsbruck.
This customizable and cheap Austria travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Austria at the lowest price!
On arrival in Salzburg, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Austria. Explore the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating St. Stephen's Cathedral and take in its distinct atmosphere. Austria offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!
During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.
Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Austria. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Austria.
This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Austria, like the stunning Vienna State Opera.
Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 13-day road trip, you'll leave Austria happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.
This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 13-day vacation in Austria. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 12 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Austria with CDW insurance.
You can customize your Austria travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Austria and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Austria’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!
Booking this cheap holiday package in Austria offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.
So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Austria with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Austria fill up fast, so book your adventure today!
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Day 1 – Salzburg - arrival day
Day 1 – Salzburg - arrival day
- Salzburg - Arrival day
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- Mozartplatz
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Your exciting road trip through Austria starts when you reach the incredible city of Salzburg, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Salzburg and begin your adventure in Austria.
Salzburg is a popular cheap holiday destination in Austria with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Salzburg and get this road trip adventure rolling.
A trip to the amazing Mozartplatz will make your cheap holiday in Austria truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,235 visitors.
When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.
When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Salzburg. An excellent example is the popular STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.
Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Austria is Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,149 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.
If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Bärenwirt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,298 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.
Red Bull Hangar-7 is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 14,007 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.
Another bar in Salzburg we recommend is Monkeys cafe. Bar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.
Darwin's Cafe Bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 658 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Austria!
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Day 2 – Salzburg and Sankt Michael im Lungau
Day 2 – Salzburg and Sankt Michael im Lungau
- Salzburg
- Katschberg
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Drive 116 km, 2 hours 5 min
- Mozart's Birthplace
- Haus der Natur
- Fortress Hohensalzburg
- Hellbrunn Palace
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On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Austria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Salzburg and end your day in the city of Sankt Michael im Lungau, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.
One of the best places to visit in Salzburg is the amazing Mozart's Birthplace. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,779 visitors.
This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Haus der Natur Salzburg. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,033 travelers, a visit to this well-known science museum and sightseeing spot in Salzburg is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 500,000 yearly visitors.
Another unforgettable sight in Salzburg is the outstanding Fortress Hohensalzburg. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,309 visitors.
To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, drop by the popular Hellbrunn Palace. This attraction, an amazing château, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 travelers.
Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Austria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Austria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Austria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Austria.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Sankt Michael im Lungau. Sankt Michael im Lungau is another cheap travel destination in Austria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.
After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Austria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Sankt Michael im Lungau that offer delicious food to help keep you going.
Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Sankt Michael im Lungau enjoy dining at this restaurant.
As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Sankt Michael im Lungau’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Austria!
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Day 3 – Salzburg, Werfen, and Villach
Day 3 – Salzburg, Werfen, and Villach
- Salzburg
- Bezirk Villach-Land
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Drive 293 km, 3 hours 43 min
- Salzburg Zoo
- Hohenwerfen Castle
- Eisriesenwelt
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Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Austria gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Salzburg and end your day in the city of Salzburg.
Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Villach for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Austria.
While you’re in Salzburg, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Adventurepark Katschberg. The fantastic Adventurepark Katschberg is a popular top-tier point of interest and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 175 travelers.
Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Salzburg, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Salzburg.
Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Austria. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Austria and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.
You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Villach. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Villach, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Villacher Brauhof, one of the best restaurants in Villach. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,892 customers.
Chinarestaurant The Wok is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Chinarestaurant The Wok is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,259 diners.
Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Gasthaus Gatternig, another well-loved restaurant in Villach. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 634 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Austria.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Villach, Racer's Cafe Restaurant Bar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,024 bar goers.
Josef is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Villach, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,687 customers.
Alternatively, you can drop by Fifty Fifty Burger Bar, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.
Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Austria. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Austria!
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Day 4 – Klagenfurt and Graz
Day 4 – Klagenfurt and Graz
- Klagenfurt
- Graz
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Drive 186 km, 2 hours 51 min
- Pyramidenkogel Tower
- Minimundus
- Neuer Platz
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Day 4 of your road trip across Austria offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Klagenfurt and the enchanting Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Klagenfurt and end the day in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, where you'll stay for 1 night.
Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in Austria will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!
One place travelers keep coming back to in Klagenfurt is the magnificent Pyramidenkogel Tower. Around 18,280 visitors have rated this excellent observation tower and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
We also recommend you explore the amazing Neuer Platz on this leg of your self-drive tour in Austria. This attraction is a well-known square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 3,497 travelers.
Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Neuer Platz. This popular site is a valued square in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 visitors.
Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Austria. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Austria. Make your cheap holiday experience in Austria more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.
Graz offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Austria. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.
As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Graz offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Austria.
Glöckl Bräu | Wirtshaus - Schank - Gastgarten | Graz is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,934 diners.
Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.
When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Graz’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.
Steak Boutique is an excellent example of a great bar in Graz offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.
You can also hang out and have a drink at dreizehn by Gauster, another of locals’ go-to bars in Graz. Dreizehn by Gauster is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 500 customers having rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Austria with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Austria!
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Day 5 – Graz and Vienna
Day 5 – Graz and Vienna
- Graz
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Drive 201 km, 2 hours 38 min
- Main square of Graz
- Franciscan Church
- Kunsthaus Graz
- Clock tower in Graz
- Schlossberg
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On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Austria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Graz and end your day in the city of Vienna, where you'll stay for 5 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.
One of the best places to visit in Graz is the amazing Hauptplatz, Graz. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 visitors.
This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Franciscan Church. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 226 travelers, a visit to this well-known monastery and sightseeing spot in Graz is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.
Another unforgettable sight in Graz is the outstanding Kunsthaus Graz. This art museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,737 visitors.
To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, drop by the popular Clock tower in Graz. This attraction, an amazing clock tower, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 travelers.
If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Schlossberg. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,998 visitors from all over the globe.
Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Austria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Austria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Austria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Austria.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Vienna. Vienna is another cheap travel destination in Austria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.
After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Austria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Vienna that offer delicious food to help keep you going.
One restaurant we recommend you try in Vienna is die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 668 customers.
When talking about the best restaurants in Vienna, Lebenbauer is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 517 diners.
Another restaurant worth trying is Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Vienna enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 15,227 customers.
As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Vienna’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria. For example, you can visit Bockshorn Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.
Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Needle Vinyl Bar. This popular bar in Vienna has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 774 bar-goers.
You can also go to Josef Cocktailbar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Josef Cocktailbar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 508 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Austria!
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Day 6 – Lower Austria and Vienna
Day 6 – Lower Austria and Vienna
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Drive 214 km, 3 hours 7 min
- Melk Abbey
- Kurpark Baden Stadtpark
- Laxenburg Castle Park
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Today's agenda is to explore Lower Austria and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 4 nights left in Vienna.
You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Melk Abbey. This incredible attraction is an abbey that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 12,473 visitors.
Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Kurpark Baden Stadtpark. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,816 reviews.
It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Laxenburg Castle Park during a vacation in Lower Austria. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Laxenburg Castle Park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 12,455 reviews.
Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Austria more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.
After taking in the best of Lower Austria, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vienna for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.
Plachutta Wollzeile is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,398 customers.
After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Vienna, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Vienna.
Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Austria!
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Day 7 – Vienna
Day 7 – 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 7 of your road trip adventures in Austria, you’ll go deep into Vienna, where you'll stay for 3 nights, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Vienna, and meet locals along the way!
Vienna offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.
We recommend you stay at the charming Ambassador to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Vienna. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 6,979 guest reviews.
Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star ARCOTEL Wimberger Wien. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Vienna. ARCOTEL Wimberger Wien has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 8,481 former guests.
Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Vienna should also consider Leonardo Vienna Otto Wagner. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Leonardo Vienna Otto Wagner has been rated by 8,807 guests with an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Popular hotels and places to stay in Vienna offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.
One thing that makes Vienna the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding chapel, Belvedere Palace Chapel. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 66,332 visitors.
The famous Schönbrunn Palace is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible château and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 145,237 visitors.
Vienna is also the home of the extraordinary Schönbrunn Palace. Around 53,579 travelers have rated the spectacular Schönbrunn Palace an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
This fascinating attraction is a must-visit.
Come to Vienna prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Austria. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Vienna.
After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Vienna, Lugeck. Locals enjoy eating at Lugeck for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,346 diners.
Reinthaler's Beisl serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 food lovers.
If you want more options, Puerstner is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Puerstner has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,511 reviews.
Curious about the nightlife in Vienna? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Vienna after dinner. Locals recommend Flanagans, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.
Crossfield's Australian Pub is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Austria. Crossfield's Australian Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,326 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Vienna.
Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Austria!
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Day 8 – Vienna
Day 8 – Vienna
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Drive 5 km, 38 min
- Hofburg Palace
- Heldenplatz
- Maria-Theresa Memorial
- Museum of Natural History Vienna
- MuseumsQuartier
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Day 8’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Vienna, proving that cheap holidays in Austria can be extraordinary.
You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Hofburg Palace. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 47,034 travelers.
Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Heldenplatz. This popular place of interest is a stunning park that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,261 visitors.
To make your trip to Vienna more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Museum of Natural History Vienna. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 33,317 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Museum of Natural History Vienna is often mentioned in Austria road trip itineraries.
The magnificent MuseumsQuartier is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This art museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 30,180 reviews.
Your discovery of Vienna does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Vienna on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Austria.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Austria, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Rinderwahn, one of the best restaurants in Vienna. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,045 reviews.
Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Vienna for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Loos American Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,538 customers.
Kleinod is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Vienna!
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Day 9 – Vienna
Day 9 – Vienna
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Drive 8 km, 39 min
- Prater
- Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
- Stadtpark
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Day 9 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, Vienna. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Vienna!
One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 37,411 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable must-see tourist destination is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.
You can also spend some time at the spectacular Stadtpark. This attraction is a metro station that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,294 travelers.
Excited to see another tourist destination in Vienna?
Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Vienna. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Vienna offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Austria worth remembering for a lifetime.
When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Vienna has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!
It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Vienna as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Vienna, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.
We recommend you visit Roberto American Bar, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 737 customers.
Wienerin serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Vienna. Customers have rated Wienerin an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 863 reviews.
You could also relax and have drinks at Kruger’s American Bar. This bar is popular in Vienna for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 704 bar goers.
A road trip vacation in Vienna can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria!
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Day 10 – Vienna and Gmunden
Day 10 – Vienna and Gmunden
- Vienna
- Gmunden
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Drive 233 km, 3 hours 1 min
- St Stephen's Cathedral
- Column of Pest (Column of The Trinity)
- Albertina
- Vienna State Opera
- Vienna Music Society
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On day 10 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Austria, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Vienna and end your day in the city of Gmunden, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.
One of the best places to visit in Vienna is the amazing St. Stephen's Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 103,855 visitors.
This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Column of Pest. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,383 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Vienna is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.
Another unforgettable sight in Vienna is the outstanding Albertina. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,147 visitors.
To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, drop by the popular Vienna State Opera. This attraction, an amazing opera house, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,854 travelers.
If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Musikverein. This concert hall is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,578 visitors from all over the globe.
Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Austria. To have the best affordable travel experience in Austria, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Austria unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Austria.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Gmunden. Gmunden is another cheap travel destination in Austria where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.
After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Austria can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Gmunden that offer delicious food to help keep you going.
One restaurant we recommend you try in Gmunden is Meteora. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 260 customers.
Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Gmunden enjoy dining at this restaurant.
As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Gmunden’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria. For example, you can visit Kulturcafe Villa Lehmann. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.
Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Enrico Panigl. This popular bar in Gmunden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 109 bar-goers.
You can also go to Seelounge Gmunden as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Seelounge Gmunden is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 205 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Austria!
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Day 11 – Innsbruck and Stadt Kufstein
Day 11 – Innsbruck and Stadt Kufstein
- Innsbruck
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Drive 247 km, 3 hours 29 min
- Badesee Going
- Dorfplatz Going - Drehort der Filmserie "Bergdoktor
- Kufstein Fortress
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Day 11 of your self-drive vacation in Austria gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.
Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Innsbruck for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Austria.
While you’re in Innsbruck, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Schloss Ort. The fantastic Schloss Ort is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,752 travelers.
Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Baumwipfelpfad Salzkammergut, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 2,081 travelers.
The top-rated Seebahnhof is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular park and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 612 travelers.
Make Kufstein Fortress your first stop. This popular fortress among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,685 visitors.
Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Austria. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Austria and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.
You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Innsbruck. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Innsbruck, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Green Flamingo Innsbruck, one of the best restaurants in Innsbruck. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 819 customers.
Ludwig is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Ludwig is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,353 diners.
Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant, another well-loved restaurant in Innsbruck. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,033 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Austria.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Innsbruck, Coffee Bar Innsbruck. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 bar goers.
Cafe Katzung is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Innsbruck, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,387 customers.
Alternatively, you can drop by auis, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.
Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Austria. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Austria!
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Day 12 – Innsbruck and Salzburg
Day 12 – Innsbruck and Salzburg
- Innsbruck
- Salzburg
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Drive 198 km, 2 hours 48 min
- Golden Roof
- Innsbrucker Hofgarten
- Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
- Swarovski Crystal Worlds
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Day 12 of your road trip across Austria offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Innsbruck and the enchanting Innsbruck-Land District, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Innsbruck and end the day in Innsbruck-Land District, where you'll stay for 1 night.
Buckle up because day 12 of your affordable vacation in Austria will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!
One place travelers keep coming back to in Innsbruck is the magnificent Golden Roof. Around 18,818 visitors have rated this excellent building and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
We also recommend you explore the amazing Innsbrucker Hofgarten on this leg of your self-drive tour in Austria. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 5,853 travelers.
Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Swarovski Kristallwelten. This popular site is a valued museum in Innsbruck-Land District and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 29,831 visitors.
Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Austria. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Austria. Make your cheap holiday experience in Austria more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.
Salzburg offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Austria. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.
As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Salzburg offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Austria.
Zwettler's Wirtshaus is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,457 diners.
Another popular eating spot in Salzburg is IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.
Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.
When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Salzburg’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.
Murphy's Law Irish Pub is an excellent example of a great bar in Salzburg offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.
You can also hang out and have a drink at Celtic Spirit, another of locals’ go-to bars in Salzburg. Celtic Spirit is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 504 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
The Salzburg Whiskey Museum - Bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Salzburg. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 379 bar-goers.
Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Austria with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Austria!
Experiences
Day 13 – Salzburg - departure day
Day 13 – Salzburg - departure day
- Salzburg - Departure day
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- Mirabell Palace
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Austria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 13 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Salzburg.
Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Austria.
If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.
One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Salzburg is the remarkable Mirabell Palace. This château and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,688 visitors.
If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Salzburg, consider a top-rated restaurant like Braurestaurant IMLAUER. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,858 customers.
Die Weisse is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,758 customers.
Another popular restaurant you could check out is Balkan Grill Walter. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Austria and your fun memories in Salzburg.
You’ll then say farewell to Salzburg and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Austria!
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