9 days in Austria Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Untersberg, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter), then admire the striking features of Fortress Hohensalzburg Castle, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Mirabell Palace. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the different monuments and memorials at Petersfriedhof, steep yourself in history at Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus), admire the landmark architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, then take in the dramatic scenery at Gollinger Wasserfall, and finally examine the collection at Red Bull Hangar-7.

To see reviews, photos, maps, and tourist information, read our Salzburg day trip planner.

Newark, USA to Salzburg is an approximately 13.5-hour combination of car and flight. Traveling from Newark to Salzburg, you'll lose 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Newark in July, expect Salzburg to be slightly colder, temps between 78°F and 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive to Zell am See.

Despite its small size, Zell am See is a well-visited tourist destination known mostly as a ski resort town, and it serves as an important transportation hub for the region.

On the 15th (Sat), cruise along Grossglockner High Alpine Road and then take in the awesome beauty at Kitzsteinhorn.

For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Zell am See trip app.

You can drive from Salzburg to Zell am See in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In July, daytime highs in Zell am See are 77°F, while nighttime lows are 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive to Innsbruck.

Nestled in a valley between snowcapped peaks, Innsbruck evokes visions of a winter wonderland.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Altstadt von Innsbruck, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Dom zu St. Jakob, then get engrossed in the history at The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), and finally hit the slopes at Bergisel Ski Jump. On the 17th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hofkirche and then fly down the slopes at Rosshutte.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Innsbruck trip planner.

Traveling by car from Zell am See to Innsbruck takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In July in Innsbruck, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 57°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to travel to Vienna.

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): admire the landmark architecture of Schonbrunn Palace, examine the collection at Sisi Museum, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Ringstrasse. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Augustinerkirche, then get to know the resident critters at Schönbrunn Zoo, then admire the masterpieces at Belvedere Palace, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Cathedral.

For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read our Vienna trip planner.

Fly from Innsbruck to Vienna in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 82°F in July, and nighttime lows around 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.