6-Day Austria road trip from Innsbruck to Salzburg and Zell Am See

photo of cityscape of the alpine city Innsbruck in Austria, framed by the Nordkette.
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6 days & 5 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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5 nights included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-day road trip through Austria.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Austria. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Innsbruck, 2 nights in Salzburg, and 1 night in Zell am See, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Austria. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Innsbruck, Salzburg, and Zell am See. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Austria you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Innsbruck, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Austria, including the stunning Golden Roof and Fortress Hohensalzburg.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Austria. From the magnificent Mirabell Palace to the breathtaking Hellbrunn Palace and Mozart's Birthplace, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Hangar-7 and learn more about the unique Swarovski Kristallwelten to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Innsbruck, Salzburg, and Zell am See, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Austria. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Austria.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Austria. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Austria.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Austria.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Austria has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Austria. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Austria extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Austria fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Austria today!

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Included

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
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Personal travel agent
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Destinations

photo of Ski resort Zell am See in Austria.Zell am See / 1 night
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg / 2 nights
Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck / 2 nights

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Attractions

Photo of beautiful view of Salzburg skyline with Festung Hohensalzburg and Salzach river in summer, Salzburg, Salzburger Land, Austria.Fortress Hohensalzburg
photo of Swarovski Crystal Worlds covered with snow in Innsbruck, Austria.Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Photo of Mirabell Palace and Gardens in Summer, Salzburg castle in background.Mirabell Palace
Mozart's Birthplace, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaMozart's Birthplace
Photo of Hellbrunn Palace or Schloss Hellbrunn in Salzburg, Austria. Hellbrunn Palace is an early Baroque villa of palatial size in a southern district of the Salzburg city.Hellbrunn Palace
photo of Golden Roof in Innsbruck Austria - architecture and nature background.Golden Roof
Photo of beautiful rainbow in Krimml Waterfalls and the surroundings forest in Krimml, Austria.Krimml Waterfalls
photo of view of Red Bull Hangar-7,Himmelreich Austria.Red Bull Hangar-7
photo of view of Mozart statue on Mozart Square (Mozartplatz) located at Salzburg, Austria.Mozartplatz
Hintertuxer Gletscher, Gemeinde Tux, Bezirk Schwaz, Tyrol, AustriaHintertuxer Gletscher
Haus der Natur, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaHaus der Natur
Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
Salzburg Cathedral, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaSalzburg Cathedral
Zillertal Arena - größtes Skigebiet im Zillertal, Gemeinde Rohrberg, Bezirk Schwaz, Tyrol, AustriaZillertal Arena
photo of The ski-jump at Bergisel, Innsbruck in Austria.Bergisel Ski Jump
Photo of Ambras Castle .Ambras Castle
Innsbrucker Hofgarten
Penkenbahn - Mayrhofner Bergbahnen
 photo of Triumphpforte at winter, Wilten, Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria.Triumphpforte

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Day 1 – Innsbruck - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Innsbruck - arrival day

  • Innsbruck - Arrival day
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  • Innsbrucker Hofgarten
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Your road trip adventure in Austria begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Innsbruck. You’ll stay in Innsbruck for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Innsbruck has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Innsbrucker Hofgarten. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,853 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 Innsbruck, Green Flamingo Innsbruck. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck is Ludwig. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,353 customers.

Locals recommend Himal Nepali Kitchen Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

Innsbruck also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Coffee Bar Innsbruck. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,521 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Cafe Katzung. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Locals also enjoy auis. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Austria!

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Day 2 – Salzburg

Day 2

Day 2 – Salzburg

  • Salzburg
  • Innsbruck
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Drive 201 km, 2 hours 48 min

  • Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
  • Golden Roof
  • Ambras Castle
  • Bergisel Ski Jump
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Austria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Innsbruck. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Innsbruck’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Innsbruck, start your day with a visit to the amazing Golden Roof. This much-appreciated building and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,818 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 11,043 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Bergisel Ski Jump to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Bergisel Ski Jump is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,647 visitors.

The lovely Ambras Castle Innsbruck is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,750 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Innsbruck has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Salzburg. Salzburg 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 STEAKHOUSE MEET2EAT SALZBURG. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 545 reviews.

The remarkable Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal is another top restaurant in Salzburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,149 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Bärenwirt is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,298 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Salzburg, the fantastic Red Bull Hangar-7. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Monkeys cafe. Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 851 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Darwin's Cafe Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Austria!

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Day 3 – Salzburg

Day 3

Day 3 – Salzburg

  • Salzburg
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Drive 10 km, 54 min

  • Red Bull Hangar-7
  • Haus der Natur
  • Mozart's Birthplace
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
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On day 3 of your road trip across Austria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Salzburg. You’ll stay in Salzburg for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the arte Hotel Salzburg, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Salzburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,303 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Salzburg is the 5-star Hyperion Hotel Salzburg. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,298 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Salzburg is the 3-star Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Messe. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,480 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Salzburg, like the outstanding Hangar-7. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,007 visitors.

Haus der Natur Salzburg is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Salzburg. This incredible attraction is a science museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,033 visitors. Up to 500,000 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Salzburg is the extraordinary Mozart's Birthplace. This museum is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 21,779 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Fortress Hohensalzburg. Around 43,309 visitors have given this museum an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Come to Salzburg prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Salzburg.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Zwettler's Wirtshaus, after your day of exploring the city of Salzburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,457 customers.

Café Bazar is another of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,323 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Salzburg is IMLAUER Sky - Bar & Restaurant in Salzburg. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

Locals recommend Murphy's Law Irish Pub, one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Salzburg, Celtic Spirit. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

The Salzburg Whiskey Museum - Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Salzburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 379 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Austria.

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Day 4 – Krimml and Zell Am See

Day 4

Day 4 – Krimml and Zell Am See

  • Salzburg
  • Zell am See
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Drive 205 km, 3 hours 30 min

  • Salzburg Cathedral
  • Mozartplatz
  • Mirabell Palace
  • Hellbrunn Palace
  • Krimml Waterfalls
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Austria. Today, you'll wake up in Salzburg and embark on a scenic drive to Zell Am See, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Salzburg before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Salzburg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Salzburg Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,882 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Mozartplatz. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,235 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Salzburg is the stunning Mirabell Palace. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,688 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated château in Salzburg. The popular Hellbrunn Palace is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,017 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Krimml Waterfalls. This attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,420 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Enzianhütte. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 710 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Kupferkessel - Kreml GmbH, another of the best restaurants in Zell Am See. Restaurant Kupferkessel - Kreml GmbH is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,415 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Burger Factory. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit GINHOUSE | Pub | Zell am See to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zell Am See, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 331 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Sport- und Familienresort Alpenblick. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Sport- und Familienresort Alpenblick has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 356 customers.

Slow Down is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 241 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Austria, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5 – Hintertux, Gemeinde Rohrberg, Marktgemeinde Mayrhofen, Marktgemeinde Wattens, and Innsbruck

Day 5

Day 5 – Hintertux, Gemeinde Rohrberg, Marktgemeinde Mayrhofen, Marktgemeinde Wattens, and Innsbruck

  • Innsbruck
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Drive 208 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Penkenbahn - Mayrhofner Bergbahnen
  • Hintertuxer Gletscher
  • Zillertal Arena
  • Swarovski Crystal Worlds
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Hintertux and the city of Rohrberg. You’ll stay in Innsbruck for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Hintertux today is Hintertuxer Gletscher. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,182 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Austria, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the village, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Austria. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Zillertal Arena for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Rohrberg. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,733 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Innsbruck.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck, Gasthof Goldener Adler. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

Locals recommend Burkia Innsbruck as one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. Burkia Innsbruck is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 880 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck is mamma mia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Innsbruck, Fischerhausl. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Galway Bay. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

Cafe Bar Moustache is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Innsbruck. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Austria with a toast!

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Day 6 – Innsbruck - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Innsbruck - departure day

  • Innsbruck - Departure day
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  • Triumphpforte
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Day 6 of your road trip in Austria is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Innsbruck 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.

Triumphpforte is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Innsbruck. This triumphal arch and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,411 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Innsbruck and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Austria.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Innsbruck at Altstadt-Schmankerl before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 741 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Thai-Li-Ba for your last chance at a meal in the city of Innsbruck. The Thai-Li-Ba restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 692 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Stiftskeller. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,223 customers.

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

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