Cheap 9-Day Austria Road Trip from Klagenfurt traveling north to Salzburg and Vienna

Your exciting road trip through Austria starts when you reach the incredible city of Klagenfurt, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Klagenfurt and begin your adventure in Austria.

Klagenfurt 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 Klagenfurt and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Austria will make your cheap holiday in Austria truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 451 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 Klagenfurt. An excellent example is the popular Das Katzencafé - Cat’n’Coffee. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,446 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Austria is Zum Heiligen Josef. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 733 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 Villa Lido - Pizzeria Trattoria. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,529 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

151 Bistro Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 607 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 Klagenfurt we recommend is Frankie's Restaurant Bar & Café, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

GIG Bar & Cafe is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 643 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!

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 Klagenfurt and end your day in the city of Salzburg, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Klagenfurt is the amazing Klagenfurt Botanical Garden. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 416 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Minimundus. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,711 travelers, a visit to this well-known miniature park and sightseeing spot in Klagenfurt is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Klagenfurt is the outstanding Planetarium Klagenfurt. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 232 visitors.

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 Salzburg. Salzburg 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 Salzburg that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Salzburg is STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 545 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Salzburg, Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,149 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Bärenwirt. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Salzburg enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,298 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Salzburg’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria. For example, you can visit Red Bull Hangar-7. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Monkeys cafe. Bar. This popular bar in Salzburg has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 851 bar-goers.

You can also go to Darwin's Cafe Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Darwin's Cafe Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 658 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Austria!

On day 3 of your road trip adventures in Austria, you’ll go deep into Salzburg, where you'll stay for 1 night, 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 Salzburg, and meet locals along the way!

Salzburg 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 Hyperion Hotel Salzburg to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Salzburg. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,298 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star arte Hotel Salzburg. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Salzburg. Arte Hotel Salzburg has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 7,303 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Salzburg should also consider Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Messe. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Messe has been rated by 3,480 guests with an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Salzburg 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 Salzburg the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding architectural structure, Hangar-7. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,007 visitors.

The famous Mirabell Palace is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible château and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,688 visitors.

Salzburg is also the home of the extraordinary Mozartplatz. Around 12,235 travelers have rated the spectacular Mozartplatz an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Fortress Hohensalzburg. With an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from a total of 43,309 reviews, a visit to this wonderful museum and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This day of your road trip through Austria is also your chance to admire the fantastic Hellbrunn Palace up close. This fascinating château and attraction is a must-visit. The marvelous Hellbrunn Palace enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,017 travelers.

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After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Salzburg, Zwettler's Wirtshaus. Locals enjoy eating at Zwettler's Wirtshaus for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,457 diners.

Café Bazar serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,323 food lovers.

If you want more options, IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,933 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Salzburg? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Salzburg after dinner. Locals recommend Murphy's Law Irish Pub, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

Celtic Spirit is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Austria. Celtic Spirit has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 504 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Salzburg.

You might also want to cap the night off at The Salzburg Whiskey Museum - Bar, a fascinating bar that 379 customers have rated 4.8 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Austria!

On day 4 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 Gemeinde Melk and end your day in the city of Vienna, where you'll stay for 4 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Gemeinde Melk is the amazing Melk Abbey. This travel destination is an abbey that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,473 visitors.

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!

On day 5 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 acom Hotel Wien. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Vienna. Acom Hotel Wien has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 11,805 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.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Tiergarten Schönbrunn. With an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from a total of 50,414 reviews, a visit to this wonderful zoo and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

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, Café Landtmann. Locals enjoy eating at Café Landtmann for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,586 diners.

Plachutta Wollzeile serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,398 food lovers.

If you want more options, Vollpension is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Vollpension has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,641 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Vienna? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Vienna after dinner. Locals recommend 1516 Brewing Company, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,352 customers.

Salm Bräu is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Austria. Salm Bräu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 11,176 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Vienna.

You might also want to cap the night off at 7Stern Bräu, a fascinating bar that 7,265 customers have rated 4.4 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Austria!

Day 6’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 St. Stephen's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 103,855 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Vienna State Opera. This popular place of interest is a stunning opera house that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 49,854 visitors.

To make your trip to Vienna more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Hofburg Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 47,034 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Hofburg Palace is often mentioned in Austria road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Maria-Theresa Memorial is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This must-see tourist destination and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 24,300 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing MuseumsQuartier. More than 30,180 visitors have rated this art museum and tourist destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Lugeck, one of the best restaurants in Vienna. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,346 reviews.

You can also check out Reinthaler's Beisl. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Puerstner. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,511 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Vienna.

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 Zum Schwarzen Kameel and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,523 customers.

Flanagans 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,132 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Crossfield's Australian Pub. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Vienna.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Vienna!

Day 7 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 Prater. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 114,084 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable park is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Stadtpark. This popular metro station in Vienna has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 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!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Vienna is Rinderwahn. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,045 customers.

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 Loos 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 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,538 customers.

MARIO Pasta-Grill-Bar serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Vienna. Customers have rated MARIO Pasta-Grill-Bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,320 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Kleinod. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 863 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!

On day 8 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 Klagenfurt, 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 Graz is the amazing Clock tower in Graz. This travel destination is a clock tower that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Schlossberglift Graz. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 378 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Graz is likely to make your vacation in Austria even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Graz is the outstanding Old Town of Graz. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,953 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Austria, drop by the popular Hauptplatz, Graz. This attraction, an amazing square, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,716 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 Klagenfurt. Klagenfurt 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 Klagenfurt that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Klagenfurt is Gasthaus im Landhaushof. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,231 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Klagenfurt, Bierhaus to Augustin is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,038 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is UNI. WIRT. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Klagenfurt enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,677 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Klagenfurt’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Austria. For example, you can visit McMullens Klagenfurt. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 196 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is GATES Lifestyle Bar - good vibes since 1996. This popular bar in Klagenfurt has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 169 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Baita as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Baita is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 119 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Austria as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 9 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Klagenfurt.

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 Klagenfurt is the remarkable Domplatz. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 185 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Klagenfurt, consider a top-rated restaurant like Restaurant Maria Loretto. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,532 customers.

Felsenkeller 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 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,399 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is La Bottega. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Austria and your fun memories in Klagenfurt.

You’ll then say farewell to Klagenfurt and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Austria!