Top Austria Day Trips

If you want to visit Hallstatt without the hassle of public transportation, opt for this half-day trip from Salzburg instead. Simply relax on the journey through the alpine Salzkammergut region, then enjoy free time in Hallstatt. How you spend it is up to you; stroll past Lake Hallstatt, visit the Bone House (entry extra), or snap photos from viewing platforms. Just note: The Skywalk is closed until summer 2026.

Soak up 360° views of Vienna’s top attractions—and see the best of the city—with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket for a double-decker Big Bus. Pass Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Belvedere, and disembark whenever an attraction captures your attention. Enjoy flexible sightseeing on two different routes, plus audio commentary on board and free Wi-Fi.

Vienna is tantalizingly close to the sublime landscapes of Salzburg and Hallstatt, but arranging your own travel logistics can eat into precious vacation time. This day trip covers several mountains and lakes beyond the city limits, letting you sit back and soak up the scenery as someone else transports you through the Austrian Alps.

Premium trip Important information based on frequently asked questions: 1. Pickup is available from any address in Vienna and Bratislava. 2. We don’t go on walking tours in Vienna, but we’ll tell you a lot about the city and give you recommendations. 3. Pick-up and drop-off from Austria are currently unavailable. ONE-DAY TRIP Want to see more? A one-day trip for small groups in a warm atmosphere with local residents. Discover two exciting European capitals in one unforgettable day-trip! Budapest - the capital of Hungary Bratislava - the capital of Slovakia - Budapest: in the past, these were two separate cities: Buda and Pest. Budapest is known as a great city with a tragic history. We will show you the majestic Parliament, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church and other beautiful sights. - Bratislava: a city with a rich history, it is particularly interesting to see the influence of communism here, as well as trends in the development of modern Europe. All in one day

Austria’s Salzkammergut region is home to small lakeside towns worth exploring, but the drive from Vienna is not a short one. Book this Hallstatt and Alps Day Trip from Vienna with round-trip transport and ride worry-free to the area. This guided tour visits Seeschloss Ort castle out on Traunsee lake, Hallstatt, and its popular Hallstatt Skywalk. Hotel pickup from central Vienna is available for added convenience.

Visit Bratislava on a day trip with bus transportation and extend your knowledge of the Austro-Hungarian empire, too. Ideal for car-free visitors in Vienna, the excursion includes a guided tour of Bratislava’s historic center to see landmarks such as St. Martin’s Cathedral and Martin’s Gate, and hear the history behind them, too. Free time, a 2-course Slovakian lunch, and round-trip bus tickets are all covered.

Treat yourself to a classical music concert in Vienna’s St. Peter’s Church. One of the city’s baroque beauties, the lavish church is a fitting venue for an evening of music in the heart of the city. Take a seat in the church vaults and immerse yourself in a program of music from renowned classical composers such as Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Schubert, and Beethoven.

Visit most famous photo-locations of Dolomites and South Tyrol of Italy -St. Maddalena and St. John Church in Val die Funes. Enjoy drive through alpine pasture, wine and apple valleys. Visit Seceda 2500 in Val Gardena valley with view to Marmolada, or the biggest alpine meadows Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm). Famous St. Maddalena village with view of peaks Puez-Odle (Geisler) Mountain Group in Nature Park in valley Val di Funes. Take a walk in traditional south tyrolean village St.Urlich, famous by its wood crafting tradition. Get historical input about region and it traditions and enjoy flexibility and customization options of the tour. IN WINTER: you can try sledding if enough snow and choose between visiting of Seceda, Alpe di Siusi, and St. Maddalena, visiting of winery and medieval town for lunch. IN SPRING AND MIDSEASON: Depending on what is open different routes will be offered (i.e. St. Maddalena, and Lake Braies).

Make romantic memories in Salzburg with a dinner-and-concert experience at Hohensalzburg Fortress. The experience is popular in Salzburg, and tickets book quickly. After securing your preferred date online and in-advance, simply make your way by funicular to the 900-year-old fortress for a dinner of traditional Austrian dishes, and enjoy a recital of Mozart’s famous works, performed by the Mozart Chamber Orchestra of Salzburg. VIP upgrade options are also available.

Enjoy a seamless way to discover Hallstatt and its surrounding attractions on a full-day, small-group tour from Vienna. Travel by private transportation and discover more points of interest in less time. You'll stop at the scenic Lake Attersee and Lake Mondsee, will stroll through the quaint village of St. Gilgen, and will enjoy a sightseeing tour of UNESCO-listed Hallstatt before your comfortable return journey.

Explore two stunning capitals in one day on this tour from Vienna, starting with Budapest, also known as the Pearl of the Danube. Enjoy panoramic views, visit landmarks like Heroes’ Square and the Hungarian Parliament, and spend free time exploring the vibrant Pest side. Continue to Bratislava, where you'll visit the majestic Bratislava Castle and stroll through the charming Old Town before relaxing on the return journey to Vienna.

Explore Salzburg on this small-group day trip departing from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, relive your favorite scenes from ‘The Sound of Music’ as you pass iconic locations featured in the film. Discover the best of the lake region of Salzkammergut on a back-roads tour stopping at gorgeous Lake Attersee and St. Gilgen village. See Salzburg’s key sights, including Mirabell Palace and Mozart’s Birthplace on a walking tour of the Old Town. Learn about the city’s rich history from your guide and spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring independently.

This full-day, small-group trip to Salzburg enables you to maximize your time in Austria without feeling rushed. Comfortable transportation collects you from your Vienna hotel before heading to Mozart’s hometown. In addition to an organized tour, you'll also enjoy free time to explore Salzburg at your own pace. After visiting Salzburg Cathedral, filming locations for 'The Sound of Music', and more, you'll return to your Vienna hotel.

Roll up your sleeves for an Austrian cooking class in Salzburg, and create two of the country’s beloved desserts: apple strudel and the signature soufflé of Salzburger Nockerl. Under the guidance of a chef, you’ll stretch pastry and mix ingredients as you learn about the food and chat with the rest of the group. As a bonus, a hearty bowl of goulash soup is served before you eat your creations. Numbers are limited to just five people for a small-group cooking experience.

History-buffs will find it hard to resist this customizable private tour from Salzburg.  After private pickup from your hotel, you and your guide set off for Adolf Hitler’s World War II lairs in the Bavarian Alps. Visit Lake Königsee along with an underground 500-year-old salt mine. The tour is worth it for the scenic route alone, but you’ll enjoy much more over your six-hour adventure.

Relive your favorite scenes from the classic musical "The Sound of Music" on this Salzburg sightseeing tour. Visit filming sites around the city while your guide gives a history-focused lowdown on Salzburg’s top attractions and architectural jewels. Free time in Mondsee, plus photos stops outside Schloss Leopoldskron and Schloss Hellbrunn complete the experience.

Journey through the stunning scenery of the Bavarian Alps on this half-day tour of the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s former mountain retreat, from Salzburg. Led by an expert guide, pass Hellbrunn Castle and the Konigsee River Valley as you travel to Obersalzburg. After bypassing the crowds with a skip-the-line ticket, soak up incredible views from the top of the mountain. Your tour will conclude with transportation back across the border to Salzburg.

Experience a tragic piece of World War II history with a day trip to Mauthausen Concentration Camp from Vienna. The former camp provides a clear view of the horrors perpetuated by Hitler during the war, and visitors can pay tribute to all the victims of the Nazi regime. Your guide (or audio guide if you prefer other languages) provides historical background on each site as you go. Round-trip transport from Vienna is included in the tour.

Explore Salzburg's Mirabell Garden and UNESCO-listed Old Town on this seamless day trip from Vienna. Led by a local guide, you'll enjoy the stunning drive to Salzburg, winding through the Austrian Alps. Upon arriving, take a guided walking tour of Mozart's home town and visit the gardens of Mirabell Palace, as well as other top sights. Your day trip concludes with transportation back to Vienna.

Relive your favorite scenes from the classic movie The Sound of Music during a bus tour around the Austrian city of Salzburg. Travel with ease between key filming locations including Hellbrunn Castle and Leopoldskron Castle, then venture into the countryside to St Gilgen, Lake Wolfgang, and Mondsee without having to navigate unfamiliar roads yourself. Then, enjoy your 3-course feast of soup, Schnitzel and noodles, and Applestrudel in the traditional folkloric atmosphere of a country inn from the 15th century.

Grab your camera and set out to explore the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Salzkammergut on this full-day tour from Vienna. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Hallstatt village, stop at the elegant Ort Castle, and enjoy free time at Gmunden. Along the way, soak up the scenery as you journey through the mountains and lakes of the Austrian Alps.

Get a taste of the Austrian countryside on a day trip to the Wachau Valley from Vienna. Your guide leads the way through charming villages and scenic landscapes, stopping at UNESCO–listed sites such as the medieval town of Dürnstein. Relax over an authentic lunch at a local wine tavern (own expense) and enjoy tastings at several wineries. Between May and September, the tour includes a Danube River cruise.

Austria is thick with charming and historic sights, but getting around by public transport can be time-consuming. With this day trip, save hours with a private driver and visit three top attractions in a single day. Set off from Vienna and head to Melk to visit its abbey and old town. Then continue on the picturesque lakeside village of Hallstatt. before capping off your day with a stop in Salzburg.