Cheap 10-Day Austria Road Trip from Linz traveling east to Murau, Graz, and Vienna

Your exciting road trip through Austria starts when you reach the incredible region of Linz, where you'll stay for 1 night. You'll pick up your rental car in Linz and begin your adventure in Austria.

Linz is a popular cheap holiday destination in Austria with something to offer every traveler. More than a region in Austria, Linz is also a great place to find top-rated budget accommodations. You'll find many of these accommodations close to bustling markets and cultural attractions.

After a long day of exploring and making the most of your budget vacation in Austria, treat yourself to a hearty meal and a refreshing drink. You’ll find many great restaurants and bars in Linz that offer delicious foods and drinks to help keep you going.

Eat at ÄNGUS Downtown. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,173 reviews.

You can also check out STEAKHOUSE. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,236 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your activities is Teesalon Madame Wu. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 833 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you with a memorable dining experience.

One great example is PAULS steak & veggi Linz. This bar offers various snacks and drinks at affordable prices and has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,954 customers.

CUCINA is another popular bar in Linz. If you ask the 840 customers who have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars, CUCINA is the perfect place to hang out for a drink or two.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and a cheap holiday experience in Austria!

Day 2 of your road trip across Austria offers you the chance to visit 2 popular cheap holiday destinations in the country, including Linz and Murau. You'll conclude your sightseeing and exploration in Murau.

Start your sightseeing with a visit to Ars Electronica Center. This art museum is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Linz, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,491 visitors.

Zoo Linz is another popular place of interest you can visit today. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,440 reviews gives you an idea of other visitors’ experience at this attraction.

If it’s still bright and early, make your way to New Cathedral, Linz. Visitors have rated this cathedral an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,676 reviews.

Linz Botanical Garden is another unique site you can experience today. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,419 reviews.

Embrace the thrill of the open road as you wave goodbye to Linz and set your GPS to Murau. While on the road, immerse yourself in your favorite road trip tunes or sample the sounds from a local radio station. This car ride usually takes around 2 hours 34 min. Upon reaching Murau, unwind, observe, and explore. The best things to do, see, and eat are waiting for you.

Soak in the beautiful landscapes as you drive and look forward to exploring your next destination.

While on the road, immerse yourself in your favorite road trip tunes or sample the sounds from a local radio station. The best things to do, see, and eat are waiting for you.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget-friendly accommodations in the region of Murau. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Murau, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Murau has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday-goers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in Murau.

Raise your glass to celebrate your fun and affordable travel experience in the region of Murau!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Austria, you’ll experience 3 charming destinations — Klagenfurt, Pörtschach am Wörther See, and Graz. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you. You’ll end your day in the region of Graz.

Continue your road trip and head to your next destination, Klagenfurt. This car ride takes around 1 hour 13 min.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Pörtschach am Wörther See, home to many well-known sights in the region, is a lovely destination on today’s itinerary. Keep in mind that your travel time from Klagenfurt to Pörtschach am Wörther See may take around 25 min without traffic disruptions. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

Take the opportunity to see Pyramidenkogel Tower. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,280 visitors.

As you’ve unraveled the marvels of Pörtschach am Wörther See, it’s time to gear up for the next part of your road trip adventure. Under favorable conditions, your drive to Graz may take around 2 hours. Upon your arrival in Graz, you’ll be greeted with the opportunity to do some sightseeing and exploring.

While exploring Austria is a refreshing experience, don’t forget to rest to regain your energy. Graz has plenty of top-rated accommodation options in all price ranges. Travelers visiting Graz on an affordable vacation can easily find a comfortable place to stay in the region.

As this day progresses, satisfy your hunger and quench your thirst at one of the region's best restaurants and bars. Many restaurants in Graz offer good food and drink options at even better prices; the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Austria.

After a long day of exploring, we recommend you try Burger Factory, one of the top-rated restaurants in the region. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,822 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a comforting meal.

Locals also recommend Ginko, so you'll want to drop by this place. Ginko serves delicious meals in hearty portions and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,319 customers.

Another must-try in the region of Graz is Steak Boutique. This restaurant boasts an exciting menu and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit dreizehn by Gauster, one of the best bars in the region. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 500 customers, and is the perfect complement to your refreshing weekend getaway experience in Austria.

If you would like to try another place, Flann O'Brien Original Irish Pub is another great option that serves a variety of drinks. Considered one of the most popular bars in Graz, this bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

Gösser Bräu Graz is also a great bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in the area. Gösser Bräu Graz has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,327 customers.

Toast to another unforgettable road trip adventure during your cheap holiday in Austria!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Austria will take you to the region of Vienna, where you'll be staying for 5 nights. On your way to Vienna, you'll explore 2 popular cheap holiday destinations in Austria, including Graz and Vienna.

Journey into the unknown at Hauptplatz, Graz, a unique attraction awaiting your visit. This remarkable square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,716 reviews.

When you’re ready to continue your sightseeing, Schlossberg is a recommended place to visit. This park is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 19,998 reviews.

Another must-see attraction in Graz is Clock tower in Graz. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,087 travelers, this popular tourist destination in Graz offers an experience you will remember.

Kunsthaus Graz is another popular stop on travelers' itineraries in Graz. This art museum promises memorable moments of exploring. Other travelers have rated this attraction 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,737 reviews.

Lastly, don't miss out on Schloss Eggenberg. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,626 local and international travelers, it's a popular place to visit.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Vienna, home to many well-known sights in the region, is a lovely destination on today’s itinerary. Keep in mind that your travel time from Graz to Vienna may take around 2 hours 13 min without traffic disruptions. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

Vienna offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Austria. Whether you're in need of a quick break from your activities or seeking a comfortable place to rest, rest assured you'll find a welcoming and affordable option in the region.

Going on cheap, budget vacations in Austria shouldn’t stop anyone from dining at top-rated restaurants and bars. More than just an affordable travel destination, Vienna is also home to a variety of excellent dining spots. When it’s time for a meal, we recommend you try some of the region's best places to eat and drink.

Visit the popular Bockshorn Irish Pub. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Austria is die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 668 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the area's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Lebenbauer. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 517 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Needle Vinyl Bar. This place has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Josef Cocktailbar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

1516 Brewing Company is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in the region. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,352 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Austria with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Austria!

Day 5 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!

Take the opportunity to embark on a unique experience in Vienna. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of easy to challenging tour options you can choose from and add to this cheap vacation package.

After a long day of exploring and making the most of your budget vacation in Austria, treat yourself to a hearty meal and a refreshing drink. You’ll find many great restaurants and bars in Vienna that offer delicious foods and drinks to help keep you going.

You could check out Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße, one of locals’ top restaurant options in the area. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 15,227 customers, and is a great place to enjoy a satisfying meal after a busy day of exploring.

Café Landtmann is another excellent choice for cheap holiday-goers. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and comforting foods and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,586 diners.

If you feel like having something different, check out the menu at Salm Bräu. This restaurant is known to offer good food at reasonable prices. Salm Bräu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 11,176 customer reviews.

7Stern Bräu is a great spot where you can enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,265 customers.

Zum Schwarzen Kameel is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy day. Zum Schwarzen Kameel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,523 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Vienna.

You might also want to cap the night off at Flanagans, a fascinating bar that 3,132 customers have rated 4.3 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise your glass to celebrate your fun and affordable travel experience in the region of Vienna!

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.

Visiting the most popular travel destinations in Austria sometimes leaves you longing for more. Fortunately, there are plenty of unique and cheap tours to try out in Austria. Austria has something for everyone, and you can easily pick an activity you can add to your affordable vacation package. Check out all of the budget-friendly tours in Austria that will fill you with new inspiration.

It's now time to discover the mouthwatering delights of Vienna, where top-quality dining experiences blend seamlessly with budget-friendly options. Check out the region's best dining options, offering a tantalizing array of flavors to satisfy every palate.

After a long day of exploring, we recommend you try Plachutta Wollzeile, one of the top-rated restaurants in the region. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,398 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a comforting meal.

Locals also recommend Vollpension, so you'll want to drop by this place. Vollpension serves delicious meals in hearty portions and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,641 customers.

Another must-try in the region of Vienna is Lugeck. This restaurant boasts an exciting menu and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,346 customers.

If you’re not ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Crossfield's Australian Pub. This bar is considered one of the best in Vienna and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,326 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Loos American Bar, rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,538 customers. Alternatively, go to Kleinod. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars in Vienna and boasts an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 863 reviews.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Austria! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the region of Vienna!

Day 7 of your road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Vienna, proving that cheap holidays in Austria can be extraordinary.

Austria is a wonderful destination with so much to show and so many stories to tell. To have the most extraordinary time on your low-cost holiday in Austria, consider adding tours to your affordable tour package to Austria. Choose from many thrilling to laid back and budget-friendly excursions in Austria that will add color and uniqueness to your adventure.

A cheap, budget vacation in Vienna should not stop you from enjoying incredible food. When you’re ready to have the best dining experience in Vienna, try some of our top recommendations.

We recommend a local favorite like Reinthaler's Beisl. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,346 customers.

Puerstner is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Vienna. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,511 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Vienna you might want to check out is Rinderwahn. Rinderwahn is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,045 reviews.

Complement this refreshing day with an equally refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the region of Vienna, Roberto American Bar. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 737 customers.

Wienerin is another popular bar in the area, perfect for people looking for a place to unwind and enjoy local drinks alone or with company. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Austria with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Austria!

On day 8 of your budget-friendly road trip adventures in Austria, you’ll go deep into Vienna, making the most of your 1 night in the city. 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!

For a truly remarkable cheap holiday experience in Vienna, join budget-friendly activities on this day of your vacation. Tours offer you a chance to take a closer look into Vienna and the culture of past or present-day Austria.

Savor the culinary delights of Vienna, where affordability meets excellence in dining and drinking. From inviting bars crafting signature cocktails to cozy eateries serving up local favorites, the region offers an unforgettable experience for every taste bud.

After dinner, look back into the highlights of today’s adventure and visit one of the best bars in Vienna, Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 635 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Austria with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Austria!

Day 9 of your road trip across Austria is another proof that cheap holidays in Austria can indeed provide you an extraordinary travel experience. Today's agenda includes exploring 5 wonderful destinations — Gemeinde Melk, Laxenburg, Gemeinde Leobendorf, Gemeinde Baden, and Linz.

When you’re ready to jump back into the car and say goodbye to Vienna, you’ll hit the road in the direction of Gemeinde Baden. This drive usually takes around 43 min. When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

Continue your road trip and head to your next destination, Laxenburg. This car ride takes around 22 min.

When you’re ready for some sightseeing, make your way to Laxenburg Castle Park. This much-appreciated park is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars in 12,455 reviews.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Gemeinde Leobendorf, home to many well-known sights in the region, is a lovely destination on today’s itinerary. Keep in mind that your travel time from Laxenburg to Gemeinde Leobendorf may take around 44 min without traffic disruptions. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

Begin your sightseeing with a visit to Burg Kreuzenstein. This castle is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,730 reviews.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget-friendly accommodations in the region of Linz. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Linz, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

It's now time to discover the mouthwatering delights of Linz, where top-quality dining experiences blend seamlessly with budget-friendly options. Check out the region's best dining options, offering a tantalizing array of flavors to satisfy every palate.

Eat at Front Food. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 801 reviews.

You can also check out tiktak café. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 791 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your activities is Miyako Ramen. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 661 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you with a memorable dining experience.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, an awesome bar you can go to is Chelsea Pub. This place has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 680 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Hotel Schwarzer Bär. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 872 customers.

Solaris is another great place where you can celebrate your adventures in Linz. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 263 customers.

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

Your budget road trip vacation in Austria is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Linz.

As you approach the end of your journey in Austria, take a moment for some retail therapy in Linz’s celebrated shopping district. Thanks to your stay’s premier location, you can easily visit the region’s commercial hubs and wander through its diverse range of local shops without rushing.

Whether you’re on a hunt for an ideal present to give to your friends or family, or looking for a personal memento to remind you of Austria, a variety of items are waiting for you.

Before you conclude your road trip in Austria, drop by another restaurant for a last chance at a memorable dining experience in Linz.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Linz, consider a top-rated restaurant like Fu Cheng. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Restaurant Rauner 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 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,360 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Gelbes Krokodil. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,305 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Austria and your fun memories in Linz.

You’ll then say farewell to Linz. Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Austria!