7-Day Austria road trip from Innsbruck to Bregenz and surrounding area

photo of cityscape of the alpine city Innsbruck in Austria, framed by the Nordkette.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 5 nights in Innsbruck and 1 night in Bregenz, 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 and Bregenz. We'll help you experience the best 7 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 Hellbrunn Palace.

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 Fortress Hohensalzburg to the breathtaking Mirabell Palace and Highline179, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Innsbruck and Bregenz, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Innsbruck cityscape, Austria.Innsbruck / 5 nights
Photo of aerial view of Feldkirch city, Austria.Feldkirch
Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg
Photo of Dornbirn at sunset with a view of the meadows, forests and snowy mountains in background, Austria.Dornbirn
Bezirk Bregenz - region in AustriaBezirk Bregenz / 1 night

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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
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 aerial view of the Highline 179 in Reutte, Austria.Highline179
Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
photo of The ski-jump at Bergisel, Innsbruck in Austria.Bergisel Ski Jump
Photo of Ambras Castle .Ambras Castle
Innsbrucker Hofgarten
photo of view of Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car,Gemeinde Ehrwald Austria.Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car
Ehrwalder Almbahn, Gemeinde Ehrwald, Bezirk Reutte, Tyrol, AustriaEhrwalder Almbahn
photo of view Silvretta Reservoir In Mountains. Austrian Alps Travel Background, austria.Silvretta-Hochalpenstraße
 photo of Triumphpforte at winter, Wilten, Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria.Triumphpforte
Wildpark Feldkirch, Levis, Stadt Feldkirch, Bezirk Feldkirch, Vorarlberg, AustriaWildpark Feldkirch
inatura natural spectacle Gmbh, Stadt Dornbirn, Bezirk Dornbirn, Vorarlberg, AustriaInatura natural spectacle Gmbh
photo of view of Happy mother and son watching and feeding giraffe in zoo. Happy family having fun with animals safari park on warm summer day.,Wolfurt Austria.Doppelmayr Zoo
Damüls - Mellau - Faschina ski
Schattenburg, Feldkirch-Innenstadt, Stadt Feldkirch, Bezirk Feldkirch, Vorarlberg, AustriaSchattenburg
Spielfabrik, Stadt Dornbirn, Bezirk Dornbirn, Vorarlberg, AustriaSpielfabrik
Katzenturm Feldkirch, Feldkirch-Innenstadt, Stadt Feldkirch, Bezirk Feldkirch, Vorarlberg, AustriaKatzenturm Feldkirch

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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 5 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 7-day vacation in Austria!

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Day 2 – Innsbruck

Day 2

Day 2 – Innsbruck

  • Innsbruck
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Drive 16 km, 44 min

  • Ambras Castle
  • Bergisel Ski Jump
  • Golden Roof
  • Alpenzoo Innsbruck - Tirol
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Innsbruck has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck. 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 Ambras Castle Innsbruck. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,750 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Innsbruck is the spectacular Bergisel Ski Jump. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,647 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Golden Roof. This building has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,818 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Innsbruck.

Your discovery of Innsbruck does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Innsbruck 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 Gasthof Goldener Adler, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Innsbruck is the popular mamma mia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Fischerhausl is one of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

The Galway Bay is another of the most popular bars in the city of Innsbruck. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Innsbruck is Cafe Bar Moustache. Cafe Bar Moustache has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Innsbruck!

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Day 3 – Salzburg and Innsbruck

Day 3

Day 3 – Salzburg and Innsbruck

  • Salzburg
  • Innsbruck
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Drive 379 km, 4 hours 44 min

  • Hellbrunn Palace
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
  • Mirabell Palace
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You still have 3 nights left in Innsbruck.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Hellbrunn Palace. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,017 visitors.

Fortress Hohensalzburg is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,309 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Mirabell Palace. This amazing attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,688 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Austria to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Innsbruck.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Innsbruck, like Altstadt-Schmankerl. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 741 customers.

Thai-Li-Ba is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 692 customers.

Locals enjoy Stiftskeller, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,223 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck, M + M Bar - cocktail bar in Innsbruck. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 338 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Liquid Diary. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 340 customers.

Adlers Hotel is another of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,886 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Austria!

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Day 4 – Marktgemeinde Reutte and Innsbruck

Day 4

Day 4 – Marktgemeinde Reutte and Innsbruck

  • Innsbruck
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Drive 232 km, 3 hours 52 min

  • Highline179
  • Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car
  • Ehrwalder Almbahn
  • Swarovski Crystal Worlds
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Innsbruck, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Highline179. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,604 visitors.

Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Tyrolean Zugspitze Cable Car has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,209 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Ehrwalder Almbahn. This outstanding attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,453 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Swarovski Kristallwelten. More than 29,831 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

You can also make your new day in Austria more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Austria’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Innsbruck.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Machete - Burrito Kartell. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,045 customers.

Hotel Grauer Bär is one of the top restaurants in the city of Innsbruck. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,139 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck, Treibhaus. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,347 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Innsbruck, we recommend the cocktails at Café Central. This bar has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,308 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck is Weisses Rössl - Hotel | Restaurant | Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,066 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Innsbruck!

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Day 5 – Bregenz

Day 5

Day 5 – Bregenz

  • Dornbirn
  • Bezirk Bregenz
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Drive 223 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Damüls - Mellau - Faschina ski
  • Inatura natural spectacle Gmbh
  • Spielfabrik
  • Doppelmayr Zoo
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bregenz. You’ll stay in Bregenz for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bregenz’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bregenz, start your day with a visit to the amazing Damüls - Mellau - Faschina ski. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,444 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating inatura natural spectacle Gmbh. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,812 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Spielfabrik to make the most of your road trip across Austria. The spectacular Spielfabrik is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,392 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bregenz has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bregenz. Bregenz 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 Gasthaus Kornmesser. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,503 reviews.

The remarkable Isola Bella - Ristorante Pizzeria Gelateria is another top restaurant in Bregenz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,591 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pier69 Hafenrestaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bregenz, the fantastic Beachbar Bregenz. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,986 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Viva Cantina Mexicana Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,879 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Gasthaus Goldener Hirschen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,220 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 6 – Bregenz and Innsbruck

Day 6

Day 6 – Bregenz and Innsbruck

  • Feldkirch
  • Innsbruck
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Drive 227 km, 3 hours 31 min

  • Wildpark Feldkirch
  • Katzenturm Feldkirch
  • Schattenburg
  • Silvretta-Hochalpenstraße
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Day 6 of your road trip through Austria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Innsbruck for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bregenz is the amazing Katzenturm Feldkirch. This attraction is a tower that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 736 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Schattenburg. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,408 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bregenz is the outstanding Silvretta Hochalpenstraße. This popular road and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,525 visitors.

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 Innsbruck, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After dinner, visit FloJos, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Innsbruck. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Dom Cafe-Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 369 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Innsbruck - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Innsbruck - departure day

  • Innsbruck - Departure day
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  • Triumphpforte
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Day 7 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’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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