Austria, Austria - Travel Guide

By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.

Updated: 2026-08-06

Austria is a European gem combining breathtaking Alpine landscapes, rich imperial history, and a magnificent musical culture. Visit magnificent palaces, ski down snowy slopes, and taste the unique Viennese charm.

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Top things to do in Austria

The must-see places in Austria include Schönbrunn Palace, Hallstatt Skywalk 'World Heritage View', St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Hofburg Palace and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

A sample 2-day itinerary for Austria

Here is what 2 days in Austria look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Skywalk Dachstein · Ramsau am Dachstein
  2. Ice caves
  3. Hallstatt
  4. Planai

Day 2

  1. Ort Castle · Gmunden
  2. Gmundner Altstadt (Old Town) · Gmunden
  3. Traunstein Mountain · Trauch
  4. Hallstatt Salt Mine (Salzwelten Hallstatt) · Hallstatt
  5. Dachstein Skywalk

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in Austria?

Schönbrunn Palace, Hallstatt Skywalk 'World Heritage View', St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Hofburg Palace, Golden Roof

When is the best time to visit Austria?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in Austria?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in Austria. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for Austria?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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