108 Best Travel Places in Austria

Austria Guide | Austria Points of Interest

Austria is a German-speaking country in Central Europe which characterized by mountain villages, baroque architecture, Imperial history and rugged Alpine terrain. It has counted Mozart, Strauss and Freud among its residents. The country’s other notable regions include the northern Bohemian Forest, Traunsee Lake and eastern hillside vineyards. There are many more things, you can get in this article named top 108 Best Travel Places in Austria as –

Krems

Krems is located in the west of Vienna and a historic city. It marks the point where Krems and blue Danube rivers converge at the beginning of Wachau Valley. Krems boasts being a historical center and is pedestrian friendly encouraging ancient gates and castles. It has a reputation of impressive wine production, which attracts lots of visitors.

Bad Gastein

This is the spa town, located in Hohe Tauern National Park. Bad Gastein is popular for its Belle Epoque buildings enveloped by mountains and fog-free air. Most visitors come here to breathe the pure mountain air, partake spa treatments while soaking in the hot springs. It’s also popular for the outdoor men who like hiking, biking and skiing the mountain trails in summer.

Vienna

The inner city of Ring road, along which uncountable landmarks are found, Vienna is considered a cultural haven. It boasts fine art, music, and architect. Travelers from all over the world come to see the diverse architectural styles peppering throughout the city. Vienna is also celebrated for its rich performance in art tradition, offering a variety of classical music concert and hosting over two balls a year.

Mirabell Palace

Known by the locals as Schloss Mirabell, Mirabell Palace is a beautiful structure built in the 16^th century by Prince Archbishop Wolf Dietrich. Renovations were done later in the 17^th century giving the palace a baroque interior with uncountable embellishments. The interior will also surprise you with its stuccoes, marble and enormous frescoes on the walls.

Worthersee

This is one of the most famous and favorite tourist destinations in Austria. Thousands of tourists flock to Worthersee in summer. It appeals not only those who want to move around the lake but also the spelunkers who want to explore the caves including Griffen Stalactite Cave which was considered most colorful cave.

Graz

University students will find their Mecca in Graz, the second largest city in Austria. The city is known as the students’ hub hosting six universities. It is also among the best preserved old towns in central Europe, reflecting the culture of Italy and Balkan State. Graz is full of museums featuring arts and armory. It also offers a variety of delicious international cuisines.

Melk Abbey

Melk Abbey is among the most famous monasteries in the world. It is situated high up the cliff and overlooks the calm water of Danube River. It also rests on the peaceful Benedictine abbey. The structure was a gift from the monks who transformed it to a place of tranquility in 1089. Today, it’s an impressive spiritual center that has become a great example of an architect with flourishing music and liberal arts.

Salzburg

Salzburg is located near Germany’s southern border with Austria. It is famous for its long-standing music traditions and is also a birthplace of Wolfgang Mozart. Beyond, it features a lot of historic architecture and artistic attractions. It is also surrounded by the breathtaking Alps Mountain, and hence visitors and residents will explore the experiential contrast of stunning natural beauty and a rich history.

Zell am See

Is another well-known tourist destination in Austria. Zell am See is located in Salzburg and is famous for its mountains and lakes. The city has hosted some international skiing competitions. Off ski slopes, it also features a famous attraction, the Romanesque St. Hippolyte’s Church which dates back in the 16^th century.

Innsbruck

The city of Innsbruck once famous for hosting Olympics both in 1964 and 1976 has become best winter sports destination. Visitors are keen on snowboarding and skiing, and those with less interest, visit the summer where they can find plenty to do in the amazing historical city including exploring the Innsbruck Cathedrals and some local restaurants.

More 98 Best places in Austria-

1. Schönbrunn Palace

2. The Hofburg

3. Belvedere Palace

4. St. Stephen’s Cathedral

5. Prater

6. Vienna State Opera

7. Albertina

8. Hundertwasser House

9. Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien

10. Fortress Hohensalzburg

11. Schloss Hellbrunn

12. Salzburg Cathedral

13. Getreidegasse

14. St Peter’s Abbey, Salzburg

15. Mozart’s Birthplace

16. Kapuzinerberg

17. Salzburg Zoo Hellbrunn

18. Grossglockner High Alpine Road

19. Kitzsteinhorn

20. Krimml Waterfalls

21. Wolfgangsee Lake

22. Eisriesenwelt

23. Golden Roof

24. Ambras Castle

25. Bergisel Ski Jump

26. Court Church

27. Nordkette

28. Innsbruck Cathedral

29. Tyrolean Folk Art Museum

30. Tyrolean State Museum

31. Lake Zell

32. Zell am See-Kaprun

33. Zell am See – Schmittenhöhe

34. Pinzgauer Lokalbahn

35. Schmittenhöhe

36. Familienberg Maiskogel

37. Kaprun Castle

38. Schloßberg

39. Kunsthaus Graz

40. Eggenberg Palace, Graz

41. Island in the Mur

42. Landeszeughaus

43. Clock Tower

44. Universalmuseum Joanneum

45. Graz Cathedral

46. Hauptplatz, Graz

47. Hoher Dachstein

48. Salzwelten Hallstatt

49. Treppe ins Nichts

50. Hallstätter See

51. Hallstatt Skywalk “Welterbeblick” Aussichtsplattform

52. Welterbemuseum Hallstatt

53. Gjaidstein

54. Untersee

55. Lindau

56. Seerhein

57. Wollmatinger Ried

58. Valluga

59. Sonnenkopf

60. Flexenbahn

61. Galzigbahn

62. Alpinarium Galtür

63. Holzgauer Wetterspitze

64. Ars Electronica Center

65. Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz

66. Schlossmuseum Linz

67. Pöstlingberg

68. Grottenbahn

69. Pöstlingbergbahn

70. Kitzbuhel

71. Melk Abbey

72. Timmelsjoch

73. Zillertal Arena

74. Skicircus Saalbach-Hinterglemm/Leogang

75. Ski Arlberg

76. Silvretta Arena

77. Ankogel

78. Dürnstein Castle

79. Vienna Ring Road

80. Wolfgangsee Schifffahrt

81. Kunsthaus Bregenz

82. Wörthersee

83. Seefeld – Rosshütte

84. Wolfgangsee Lake

85. Gipfel Welt 3000, Panorama-Plattform

86. Kaiservilla

87. Planai

88. Mondsee

89. Lake Neusiedl–Seewinkel National Park

90. Lake Faak

91. Wolfgangsee Lake

92. Casino Baden

93. Kufstein Fortress

94. Alpbachtal

95. Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

96. New Danube

97. SkiWelt

98. Ellmi’s Zauberwelt