5-Day Austria Road Trip from Vienna traveling west to Salzburg

Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 3 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 5-day vacation in Austria!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vienna has to offer. Cherish the 2 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 Schönbrunn Palace. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,579 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 Belvedere Palace Chapel. This chapel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 66,332 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 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 Salzburg. You will stay in Salzburg 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 MuseumsQuartier. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,180 visitors.

The spectacular Museum of Natural History Vienna 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 33,317 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 Salzburg, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG, one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 545 customers.

Locals also recommend Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal as one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,149 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg is Bärenwirt. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,298 customers.

After dinner, visit Red Bull Hangar-7, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Monkeys cafe. Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

Alternatively, Darwin's Cafe Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Austria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Salzburg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Vienna. You’ll stay in Vienna for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Salzburg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Salzburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Fortress Hohensalzburg. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,309 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Hellbrunn Palace. This château and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,017 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mozart's Birthplace to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Mozart's Birthplace is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,779 visitors.

The lovely Mirabell Palace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 26,688 visitors have left this château average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Salzburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Vienna. Vienna offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Lugeck. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,346 reviews.

The remarkable Reinthaler's Beisl is another top restaurant in Vienna we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Puerstner is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

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

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Crossfield's Australian Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

Day 5 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.

Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Vienna. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,411 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Vienna at Rinderwahn before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,045 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Vienna. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Austria!