Cheap 6-Day Austria Road Trip from Vienna to St. Pölten and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through Austria starts when you reach the incredible region of Vienna, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Vienna and begin your adventure in Austria.

Vienna is a popular cheap holiday destination in Austria with something to offer every traveler. More than a region in Austria, Vienna 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.

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.

Eat at Bockshorn Irish Pub. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,158 reviews.

You can also check out die Feinkosterei Schwarz-Hirsch. 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 668 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your activities is Lebenbauer. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 517 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you with a memorable dining experience.

Complement this refreshing day with an equally refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the region of Vienna, Needle Vinyl Bar. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 774 customers.

Josef Cocktailbar 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

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

Day 2 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!

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.

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

We recommend a local favorite like Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,227 customers.

Café Landtmann 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 13,586 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Vienna you might want to check out is Salm Bräu. Salm Bräu is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 11,176 reviews.

7Stern Bräu is an excellent example of a great bar in Vienna offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,265 customers.

You can also hang out at Zum Schwarzen Kameel, another of locals’ go-to bars in Vienna. Zum Schwarzen Kameel is among the best region bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 4,523 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Flanagans is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Vienna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 3,132 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 3’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Vienna, proving that cheap holidays in Austria can be extraordinary.

Your discovery of Vienna does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Vienna on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Austria.

Indulge in the culinary wonders of Vienna, where exceptional dining and drinking experiences await at unbeatable prices. Explore the region's diverse venues, ensuring a memorable culinary journey for every visitor.

Eat at Plachutta Wollzeile. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,398 reviews.

You can also check out Vollpension. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,641 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your activities is Lugeck. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,346 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you with a memorable dining experience.

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.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Austria. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Austria!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Austria, you’ll experience 6 charming destinations — Laxenburg, Gemeinde Mödling, Wassergspreng, Pernitz, Gemeinde Baden, and St. Pölten. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you. You’ll end your day in the region of St. Pölten.

When you’re ready to jump back into the car and say goodbye to Vienna, you’ll hit the road in the direction of Laxenburg. This drive usually takes around 32 min. When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

Kick off the day at Laxenburg Castle Park, a top pick for today’s sightseeing. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 12,455 reviews.

When you’re ready to jump back into the car and say goodbye to Laxenburg, you’ll hit the road in the direction of Wassergspreng. This drive usually takes around 33 min. When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

Be one of the day’s first visitors at Naturpark Föhrenberge. This park is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,008 visitors.

Continue your road trip and head to your next destination, Gemeinde Mödling. This car ride takes around 10 min.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget-friendly accommodations in the region of St. Pölten. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in St. Pölten, 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. St. Pölten has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday-goers.

Eat at Saloon Milwaukee. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,157 reviews.

You can also check out Restaurant Golden Sun. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 944 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your activities is Schau. Spiel. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,163 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you with a memorable dining experience.

BarRock is a must-visit. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 262 customers.

You can also enjoy having some snacks and drinks at Cafe Pub Tritsch & Tratsch. This bar is a popular hangout spot among locals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 271 customers.

Das VINO is another top-rated city bar we recommend in St. Pölten. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181 customers, this bar is a great place to cap off the night.

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

Day 5 of your self-drive vacation in Austria will take you to the region of Vienna, where you'll be staying for 1 night. On your way to Vienna, you'll explore 4 popular cheap holiday destinations in Austria, including Gemeinde Melk, Schloss Hof, Gemeinde Leobendorf, and Vienna.

After soaking in St. Pölten’s unique atmosphere, jump into the car with a full heart and drive in the direction of your next destination: Gemeinde Melk. Expect your car journey to take a minimum of 24 min. When you arrive in Gemeinde Melk, it's time to take a break from the road.

Once you're ready to continue your road trip, it's time to buckle up and drive, eagerly anticipating your arrival in Gemeinde Leobendorf. This drive usually takes around 1 hour 5 min, without any stops or traffic disruptions.

When you’re ready for some sightseeing, make your way to Burg Kreuzenstein. This much-appreciated castle is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,730 reviews.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Schloss Hof, 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 Gemeinde Leobendorf to Schloss Hof may take around 54 min without traffic disruptions. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

Seize the day by visiting some of the best attractions in the area, like Schloss Hof. This extraordinary château has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,360 visitors.

While exploring Austria is a refreshing experience, don’t forget to rest to regain your energy. Vienna has plenty of top-rated accommodation options in all price ranges. Travelers visiting Vienna 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 Vienna offer good food and drink options at even better prices; the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Austria.

One musty-try restaurant is Reinthaler's Beisl. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,346 customers.

Puerstner is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,511 reviews. Puerstner is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in the area is Rinderwahn. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,045 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

Experience the local nightlife scene. Roberto American Bar is a highly recommended bar with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 737 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar among locals like Wienerin. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 863 bar-goers.

Kruger’s American Bar is another great bar that serves various drinks. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

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

Your budget road trip vacation in Austria is about to end. Day 6 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Vienna.

Make the most of your final day in Austria by visiting Vienna’s iconic markets and shopping establishments. Your stay’s proximity to the region’s retail haven invites an unhurried and unforgettable exploration of its variety of stores and establishments.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing experience in Austria.

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

You’ll then say farewell to Vienna. 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!