Austria Holiday Ideas

Austria blends alpine peaks, serene lakes, grand palaces and charming old towns into a landscape rich with culture and beauty. From classical cities to mountain trails and lakeside escapes, Austria inspires journeys filled with elegance, scenery and timeless appeal.

Why You’ll Love Visiting Austria

Austria is a destination where everything feels graceful, calming and beautifully scenic. Wander through imperial boulevards, cruise across mirror-like lakes or hike through mountain valleys — everywhere you go, Austria feels elegant, romantic and deeply soothing. Whether you're drawn to Vienna’s classical music and coffee houses, Salzburg’s storybook charm or the Alps’ panoramic viewpoints, the country offers experiences that feel peaceful, inspiring and unforgettable.

Austria has a way of bringing beauty and calm close to you — inviting you to explore, relax and experience its lakes, mountains and cities in a way that only you can experience and remember.


Find Your Perfect Holiday To Austria

Discover unique holiday ideas for Austria that blend alpine scenery, elegant cities, lakeside towns and rich cultural heritage. Explore options that help you create your perfect Austrian escape filled with tranquillity, beauty and memorable experiences.

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Top Places To See In Austria

Vienna – Palaces, museums, cafés and classical music.

Salzburg – Baroque charm, Sound of Music scenery and mountain views.

Hallstatt – Lakeside beauty, alpine houses and postcard-perfect scenery.

Innsbruck – Mountain panoramas, skiing and alpine old town.

Zell am See – Lakes, mountains and outdoor adventure.

Graz – Historic architecture, food culture and artistic flair.

Wachau Valley – Vineyards, castles and scenic Danube landscapes.


Best Things To Do In Austria

• Visit Schönbrunn Palace and Vienna’s historic districts.

• Explore Salzburg’s fortress, gardens and old town streets.

• Cruise Lake Hallstatt or wander its lakeside paths.

• Ride cable cars for panoramic alpine views.

• Relax in mountain spa hotels with stunning scenery.

• Take scenic train rides through valleys and lakes.

• Enjoy Austrian pastries, schnitzel, coffee houses and local wine.


When To Visit Austria

Austria is beautiful in every season.

  • May–September brings warm days, lakes, greenery and perfect outdoor weather.
  • December–March offers Christmas markets, winter scenery and alpine skiing.
  • April and October offer peaceful travel and golden landscapes.

Flight Time From the UK: Flights typically take 1.5–2.5 hours, making Austria a quick escape to lakes, culture and mountain beauty.


Perfect Trip Ideas

3 Days: Stay in Vienna for palaces, classical music, elegant boulevards, coffee houses, museums, gardens and evening river walks.

5 Days: Explore Vienna → Salzburg, combining imperial architecture with baroque charm, fortress views, alpine landscapes and a scenic train journey.

7 Days: Enjoy Vienna → Salzburg → Hallstatt, with lakeside beauty, mountain viewpoints, sunset boat trips, lakeside walks and fairy-tale villages.

10 Days: Experience the best of Austria with Vienna → Salzburg → Hallstatt → Innsbruck, featuring palaces, mountains, lakes, scenic rail routes, panoramic cable cars, alpine spa hotels and storybook landscapes.


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