Luxury 7-Day Relaxed Austria Road Trip Vacation from Klagenfurt to Salzburg

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Austria begins when you reach Klagenfurt, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Klagenfurt is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Neuer Platz. Around 3,497 visitors have rated this fascinating square and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Klagenfurt offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is McMullens Klagenfurt. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 196 customers.

La Baita serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Klagenfurt has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 119 reviews.

Cafe Maruli 2 is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 327 customers, Cafe Maruli 2 is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Klagenfurt looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Monkeys, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 209 reviews.

Cafe Bar FASSL offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Klagenfurt. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 154 customers.

Locals like unwinding at GIG Bar & Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 643 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Austria! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Austria!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Austria, you'll explore the best attractions in Klagenfurt at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Klagenfurt, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Klagenfurt Botanical Garden. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 416 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Austria by seeing another popular site in Klagenfurt, the wonderful RiddleRoom. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 416 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Austria. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Klagenfurt itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Austria extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Klagenfurt. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Frankie's Restaurant Bar & Café. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at La Bottega, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. La Bottega is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 1,185 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Das Katzencafé - Cat’n’Coffee. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,446 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Klagenfurt and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Lido Lounge. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 244 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Das Wohnzimmer - Café, Bar, Musik. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 197 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is GATES Lifestyle Bar - good vibes since 1996. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. GATES Lifestyle Bar - good vibes since 1996 has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 169 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Austria, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 3 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the region of Villach. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Salzburg, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 3 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Pyramidenkogel Tower is waiting for you. This observation tower has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,280 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Promenadenbad the municipality Pörtschach. This unique must-see tourist destination is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,544 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Villach has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Austria. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Salzburg. In Salzburg, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Austria.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Pörtschach am Wörther See is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg, one of the best restaurants in Pörtschach am Wörther See. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,933 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg.

Locals also recommend Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,149 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at WeiherWirt. WeiherWirt is another of the most popular places to eat in Pörtschach am Wörther See. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 635 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like The Salzburg Whiskey Museum - Bar. The Salzburg Whiskey Museum - Bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 379 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Harry Bär. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Darwin's Cafe Bar. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Darwin's Cafe Bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Austria!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Austria, you'll explore the best attractions in Salzburg at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Salzburg, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Hellbrunn Palace. This incredible château has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,017 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Austria by seeing another popular site in Salzburg, the wonderful Mirabell Palace. This château is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Mirabell Gardens. This park has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,148 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Haus der Natur Salzburg. This science museum is sought after by many travelers from around the world, or more than 500,000 people annually. The popular attraction has received 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,033 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Austria. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Salzburg itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Austria extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Salzburg. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Augustiner Bräu Mülln. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,114 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Die Weisse, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Die Weisse is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 1,758 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended St. Peter Stiftskulinarium. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,642 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Salzburg and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular MENTOR'S BAR KULTUR. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 261 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular StageBar Salzburg. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 391 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Monkeys cafe. Bar. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Monkeys cafe. Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Austria, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Austria, you'll explore the best attractions in Salzburg at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Salzburg, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Fortress Hohensalzburg. This incredible museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,309 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Austria by seeing another popular site in Salzburg, the wonderful Salzburg Cathedral. This catholic cathedral is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,309 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Mozartplatz. This square has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,235 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Mozart's Birthplace. This museum is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,779 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 5 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Austria. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Salzburg itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Austria extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Salzburg. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Afro Cafe. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Bärenwirt, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Bärenwirt is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 3,298 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended IMLAUER HOTEL PITTER Salzburg. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,999 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Salzburg and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Schnaitl Pub. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 359 customers.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Austria, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 6 of your relaxed road trip across the beautiful country of Austria will take you on a self-paced journey to two incredible places in one day. See some of the best attractions in Austria, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

You’ll begin your day and sightseeing in Sankt Leonhard, and continue your explorations in the region of Gmunden District. The charming Klagenfurt is where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

Your first stop is the great city of Sankt Leonhard, where you will see the amazing Untersbergbahn GmbH. This famous park has an impressive 4.7 out of 5-star rating from 4,688 people.

Give yourself the opportunity to see more of Sankt Leonhard than meets the eye by joining a top-rated tour. Put your relaxed road trip to a halt in favor of an in-depth exploration of the city’s best sights and hidden gems while connecting with locals and fellow travelers.

After exploring the city of Sankt Leonhard, it’s time to hit the road again and continue your relaxed road trip to another region in Austria, the lovely Gmunden District!

In Gmunden District, you’ll find the magnificent Memory of Mankind. This popular building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,417 visitors.

Find out why many travelers love Gmunden District by checking out another of its famous tourist destinations, the spectacular Panoramic Viewpoint - Hallstatt. This popular site is a wonderful best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,737 travelers.

As you continue your laid-back tour around the region of Gmunden District, you may check out another famous sight, the fantastic Marktplatz Hallstatt. The popular attraction, a stunning must-see tourist destination, is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 341 travelers.

If you want to discover more, then consider stopping by the eye-catching Hallstätter See. This one-of-a-kind sight, an incredible lake, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,523 reviews.

After exploring all these beautiful places, drive leisurely to the beautiful city of Klagenfurt for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Here you can choose from the best selection of hotels and places to stay as you get to know more about this spectacular city.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best places to visit in Austria, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Klagenfurt.

We highly recommend going to Hofbräu zum Lindwurm. This place is a popular restaurant with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 1,363 customers.

Another great restaurant option is Cafe Bar Vino (Vinothek). This food place is often recommended by travelers and has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 135 customers.

You can also eat at the top-rated UNI. WIRT. Offering great food and amazing service, this restaurant has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,677 customers.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Klagenfurt and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Let’s toast to day 6 of your laid-back self-drive in Gmunden District! Celebrate this unique opportunity to enjoy a memorable road trip adventure across Austria!

Day 7 of your relaxed road trip in Austria is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Klagenfurt.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Klagenfurt once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Austria on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Sternwarte Klagenfurt is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Klagenfurt. This top sight is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 126 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 7 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Klagenfurt or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Villa Lido - Pizzeria Trattoria. Dining at Villa Lido - Pizzeria Trattoria is one of the best food experiences you can have in Klagenfurt. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,529 customers.

Another top recommendation in Klagenfurt is Bierhaus to Augustin. If you go to Bierhaus to Augustin, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,038 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Restaurant Zum Weißen Ross Klagenfurt. If you haven’t yet, a trip to Restaurant Zum Weißen Ross Klagenfurt is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 128 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Klagenfurt and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 7-day relaxed road trip in Austria is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.