{"id":21968,"date":"2024-03-28T12:57:03","date_gmt":"2024-03-28T11:57:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/?p=21968"},"modified":"2025-04-10T08:28:00","modified_gmt":"2025-04-10T07:28:00","slug":"best-cities-to-visit-in-austria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/","title":{"rendered":"Local&#8217;s Guide For The Best Cities To Visit In Austria"},"content":{"rendered":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have many must-see cities in Austria to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Particularly, the unique location and flair of these towns stand out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some cities are surrounded by the Alps, others are situated by lakes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yet others are perfect for a city trip for culture enthusiasts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, we&#8217;ll show you the most beautiful cities in our home country, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/austria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Austria<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a63818f6f48d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a63818f6f48d\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Overview_of_the_Most_Beautiful_Cities_in_Austria_%E2%80%93_Our_5_Favorites\" >Overview of the Most Beautiful Cities in Austria &#8211; Our 5 Favorites<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Salzburg\" >Salzburg<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Innsbruck\" >Innsbruck<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Vienna_Wien\" >Vienna (Wien)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Baden_bei_Wien\" >Baden bei Wien<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Zell_am_See\" >Zell am See<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Linz\" >Linz<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Krems_an_der_Donau\" >Krems an der Donau<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Bregenz\" >Bregenz<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Klagenfurt\" >Klagenfurt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Gmunden\" >Gmunden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#Conclusion_on_the_Most_Beautiful_Cities_in_Austria\" >Conclusion on the Most Beautiful Cities in Austria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-cities-to-visit-in-austria\/#About_the_Author\" >About the Author<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_the_Most_Beautiful_Cities_in_Austria_%E2%80%93_Our_5_Favorites\"><\/span><b>Overview of the Most Beautiful Cities in Austria &#8211; Our 5 Favorites<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; background-color: #e8e6e6;\">Salzburg, a smaller, charming version of Vienna<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; background-color: #e8e6e6;\">Innsbruck, the heart of the Alps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; background-color: #e8e6e6;\">Vienna, the capital and cultural highlight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; background-color: #e8e6e6;\">Baden bei Wien near Vienna<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; background-color: #e8e6e6;\">Zell am See, mountains and lake<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, let&#8217;s move on to the worthwhile destinations for city trips in Austria, some of which are among the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/most-beautiful-cities-in-europe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most beautiful cities in Europe<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salzburg\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-salzburg-austria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Salzburg<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18104\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18104\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18104\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Salzburg-Highlights.jpg\" alt=\"Salzburg Austria with the landmark Fortress Hohensalzburg\" width=\"1200\" height=\"825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Salzburg-Highlights.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Salzburg-Highlights-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Salzburg-Highlights-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Salzburg-Highlights-768x528.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18104\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Salzburg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personally, I find Salzburg, the Mozart City, more charming than our capital, Vienna.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to its location at the M\u00f6nchsberg and Kapuzinerberg mountains, there are many<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-view-in-salzburg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salzburg viewpoints<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offering dreamlike views of the old town and the landmark, the Hohensalzburg Fortress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Salzburg highlights include the Mirabell Gardens at Mirabell Palace, the Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mozart&#8217;s birthplace, and the Salzburg Cathedral.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Especially during the pre-Christmas period, Hellbrunn Palace is a fairy-tale destination.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But not only there, but throughout the city, there are beautiful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/best-christmas-and-advent-markets-in-salzburg-austria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salzburg Christmas markets<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salzburg still has secret tips to discover.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of them is the Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron, which became known not only because of a Chanel show or as a filming location for &#8220;The Sound of Music&#8221; but also as an exclusive hotel with a dreamlike view of the Untersberg and the Leopoldskroner Weiher.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21408\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21408\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21408 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Salzburg-To-Hallstatt-Day-Trip.jpg\" alt=\"view of Hallstatt with Lake Hallstatt and Austrian Alps in summer\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Salzburg-To-Hallstatt-Day-Trip.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Salzburg-To-Hallstatt-Day-Trip-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Salzburg-To-Hallstatt-Day-Trip-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Salzburg-To-Hallstatt-Day-Trip-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21408\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hallstatt<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the city, you can also make a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/hallstatt-day-trip-from-salzburg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hallstatt day trip to from Salzburg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\nAlthough Hallstatt is not a city but a village, it is so popular with visitors from all over the world that it rightfully belongs on this list.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Innsbruck\"><\/span><b>Innsbruck<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10459\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10459\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10459\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Goldenes-Dachl.jpg\" alt=\"Innsbruck with a view of the Old Town and the landmark Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Goldenes-Dachl.jpg 888w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Goldenes-Dachl-150x142.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Goldenes-Dachl-300x284.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Goldenes-Dachl-768x726.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Goldenes-Dachl-100x95.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Goldenes-Dachl-881x833.jpg 881w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10459\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Innsbruck Old Town<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state capital of Tyrol, and thus my state capital, is known as the heart of the Alps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s special about Innsbruck is the dreamlike view from the old town to the imposing Nordkette.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can reach this within 20 minutes from the center of Innsbruck by train.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The view from the Nordkette is one of the highlights and counts among the most beautiful attractions in Innsbruck.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also well-known is the landmark, the Goldenes Dachl. Around the Golden Roof, there are impressive buildings like the Hofburg Palace or the Innsbruck Cathedral.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A popular photo motif is the colorful houses along the Inn river.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, there&#8217;s a lot to discover in Innsbruck.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For hikers and nature lovers, the long-distance hiking trail Innsbruck Trek is recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I did the 6-day hike from Innsbruck and back into the city. Even if you&#8217;re not into hiking, I highly recommend you taking the gondola up to the Nordkette mountain range.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #e8e6e6;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2b50\ufe0f Download our free <\/span><a style=\"background-color: #e8e6e6;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/travel-planning-checklist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">travel planning checklist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and become a VIP insider. We share exclusive travel deals, travel guides, and travel inspiration.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><script async data-uid=\"16a564e8e9\" src=\"https:\/\/cityseacountry.ck.page\/16a564e8e9\/index.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vienna_Wien\"><\/span><b>Vienna (Wien)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2408\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2408\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2408\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/IMG_3698.jpg\" alt=\"Castle Belvedere Vienna Austria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/IMG_3698.jpg 3888w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/IMG_3698-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/IMG_3698-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/IMG_3698-1024x682.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2408\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Palace Schloss Belvedere<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our capital, Vienna, with attractions like Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace, St. Stephen&#8217;s Cathedral, and the Imperial Hofburg, is one of the most visited cities in Austria and Europe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, you can walk in the footsteps of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/vienna-sisi-travel-bug\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empress Sisi in Vienna<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and let yourself be enchanted by the impressive buildings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The coffee house culture is also special in Vienna.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personally, I like Caf\u00e9 Landtmann, Hawelka, and Demel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Baden_bei_Wien\"><\/span><b>Baden bei Wien<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17099\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17099\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17099 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Baden-bei-Wien-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten.jpg\" alt=\"Rose garden at Doblhoff Park in Baden bei Wien\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Baden-bei-Wien-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Baden-bei-Wien-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Baden-bei-Wien-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Baden-bei-Wien-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Baden-bei-Wien-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17099\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rosarium in Baden bei Wien<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The city of Baden near Vienna, a former imperial summer residence, has some attractions to offer just because of that.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But not only emperors and kings enjoyed Baden bei Wien. Famous composers and artists also liked to stay in the city of Baden bei Wien near Vienna.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The city of Baden bei Wien combines urban flair with a relaxed atmosphere, where you can comfortably explore the sights on foot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thus, the Beethoven House is among the best Baden bei Wien attractions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Arnulf Rainer Museum, formerly a women&#8217;s bath, combines historical ambiance with contemporary art.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Doblhoff Park with <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.austria.info\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Austria<\/a><\/span>&#8216;s largest rose garden and the Casino, a magnificent building with a historic thermal spring, are other highlights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not to forget the Emperor&#8217;s House with various exhibitions and the Roman Spa, offering relaxation for all those seeking it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zell_am_See\"><\/span><b>Zell am See<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13552\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13552\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13552\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Zeller See in Zell am See\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten.jpg 888w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Zeller-See-Schifffahrt-MS-Schmitten-100x67.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13552\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zeller See Lake and Zell am See<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zell am See is located in the Salzburg region by the picturesque Lake Zell.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s worth making a trip here, as besides a boat trip or hikes in the surrounding mountains, you can also make an excursion to the Kitzsteinhorn in Kaprun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re hiking in the summer or enjoying winter skiing in Zell am See Kaprun, there are also many attractions in the area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With over 300 events annually, Zell am See also offers a rich cultural and entertainment program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This variety makes Zell am See one of the most beautiful cities in Austria.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Linz\"><\/span><b>Linz<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13759\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13759\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13759\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/IMG_9708.jpg\" alt=\"Ars Electronica Museum at night.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/IMG_9708.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/IMG_9708-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/IMG_9708-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/IMG_9708-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/IMG_9708-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/IMG_9708-100x67.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13759\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ars Electronica in Linz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Linz, the capital of Upper Austria, is located on the Danube and is an ideal destination for a weekend getaway.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to its manageable size, Linz can be comfortably explored on foot or by tram.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A particular highlight for culture and technology enthusiasts is the Ars Electronica Center, which, as a museum of the future, provides insights into art, technology, and science.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, you can embark on a virtual journey in Deep Space, from antiquity to outer space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Art lovers will thoroughly enjoy the Lentos Art Museum, which houses works from the classics to modern art.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A visit to the P\u00f6stlingberg is also very rewarding. From there, you have a beautiful view of the city and the surrounding area.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Krems_an_der_Donau\"><\/span><b>Krems an der Donau<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7676\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7676\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7676\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Tipps-f\u00fcr-einen-Tag-in-und-um-Krems-an-der-Donau.jpg\" alt=\"Old Town of Krems an der Donau\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Tipps-f\u00fcr-einen-Tag-in-und-um-Krems-an-der-Donau.jpg 888w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Tipps-f\u00fcr-einen-Tag-in-und-um-Krems-an-der-Donau-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Tipps-f\u00fcr-einen-Tag-in-und-um-Krems-an-der-Donau-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Tipps-f\u00fcr-einen-Tag-in-und-um-Krems-an-der-Donau-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Tipps-f\u00fcr-einen-Tag-in-und-um-Krems-an-der-Donau-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Tipps-f\u00fcr-einen-Tag-in-und-um-Krems-an-der-Donau-881x661.jpg 881w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7676\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Krems an der Donau Old Town<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Krems an der Donau, picturesque on the Danube and among vineyards, is very suitable for excursions in the area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From here, you can explore the famous Wachau regions with its most beautiful attractions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opposite the city, you can see the imposing G\u00f6ttweig Abbey, which is located on a hill.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also take a boat trip along the Danube and enjoy some of the most beautiful attractions from the water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The old town of Krems is beautiful. Since December 2000, Krems\u2019 old town has even been a UNESCO World Heritage site.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A walk from the Steinertor through the K\u00f6rnermarkt to the Dominican Church, to the Cathedral of the Wachau, Piaristen Church, and Gozzoburg is especially worthwhile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s worth discovering the attractions during a day in Krems.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bregenz\"><\/span><b>Bregenz<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bregenz is known mainly for its location on Lake Constance and the Bregenz Festival.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back when I was studying law, I used to visit the capital of the state of Vorarlberg quite often.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Especially in the summer, Bregenz is beautiful. You can stroll through the small city, ride a bike along Lake Constance, or go swimming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to the city&#8217;s great location, you can also take trips to Switzerland or Germany. A boat trip to Lindau or the flower island of Mainau is also lovely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can take the train from the city to the Pf\u00e4nder mountain and enjoy the view from there of Bregenz and Lake Constance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For sports enthusiasts, it\u2019s worth making a detour to the Vorarlberg mountains.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Klagenfurt\"><\/span><b>Klagenfurt<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21962\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21962\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21962 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Lindwurm-Klagenfurt.jpg\" alt=\"Landmark Lindwurm in Klagenfurt\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Lindwurm-Klagenfurt.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Lindwurm-Klagenfurt-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Lindwurm-Klagenfurt-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Lindwurm-Klagenfurt-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21962\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lindwurm in Klagenfurt<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Klagenfurt is the capital of the state of Carinthia in the south of Austria. The city is located by the turquoise-blue Lake W\u00f6rthersee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The landmark of Klagenfurt is the Lindworm, situated at the Neuer Platz, from where the city can be very well explored on foot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around Klagenfurt, you can explore the hills by bike or on foot with hikes in addition to the W\u00f6rthersee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also well-known is Minimundus, where landmarks from around the world are displayed in miniature.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gmunden\"><\/span><b>Gmunden<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21963\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21963\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21963 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Traunsee-mit-Gmunden.jpg\" alt=\"View of Lake Traunsee and Gmunden from above at sunset.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Traunsee-mit-Gmunden.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Traunsee-mit-Gmunden-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Traunsee-mit-Gmunden-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Traunsee-mit-Gmunden-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21963\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lake Traunsee and Gmunden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gmunden is a city on Lake Traun and belongs to the state of Upper Austria. The city is known for its picturesque location in the Salzkammergut, surrounded by mountains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gmunden is famous for Gmunden ceramics and Castle Schloss Ort. The latter is located on an island and connected to the mainland by a bridge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Gmunden, you can walk along the lake, bike, and swim in the crystal-clear water in the summer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The view from the surrounding hills and mountains, like the Gr\u00fcnberg or from the photo taken from Altm\u00fcnster, is also beautiful.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_on_the_Most_Beautiful_Cities_in_Austria\"><\/span><b>Conclusion on the Most Beautiful Cities in Austria<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My homeland, Austria, is rich in beautiful cities. Each has its unique charm. From cities surrounded by the Alps to those lying by crystal-clear lakes, Austria has something for every visitor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which city would you like to visit?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you found this article helpful for your travel planning and you&#8217;d like to show your appreciation, please consider <\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sharing the article link<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/ncp\/payment\/3QXQYN2K8MLJG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buying me a coffee. \u2615\ufe0f<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"author-box\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span>About the Author<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Christina Leutner is a travel expert and author from Austria. She writes about European destinations, especially Austria and Germany. She loves road trips, city trips, luxury travel, and outdoor adventures.<br \/>\nChristina has been sharing her travel experiences on CitySeaCountry for over 10 years.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about Christina<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">* This article <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contains affiliate links and is a member of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. If you purchase using one of the links, we may receive compensation at no extra cost to you.<\/span><\/i>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We have many must-see cities in Austria to offer. Particularly, the unique location and flair of these towns stand out. Some cities are surrounded by the Alps, others are situated by lakes. Yet others are perfect for a city trip for culture enthusiasts. 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