4-Day Austria Adventure: Exploring Vienna, Salzburg, and Hallstatt

Day 1: Vienna Introduction

Vienna, Austria on May 2, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Café Central

Enjoy a traditional Viennese breakfast including coffee and pastries at the iconic Café Central, open from 8:00am to 11:00pm.
EUR15, 1h

10:30am

Visit Schönbrunn Palace

Tour the magnificent former summer residence of the Habsburgs, exploring its stunning gardens and the palace interior. Open 8:30am-5:30pm.
EUR22, 2h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Gasthaus Pöschl

Savor authentic Austrian dishes like Wiener Schnitzel in this cozy local eatery, open 11:30am-10:00pm.
EUR20, 1h

3:00pm

Explore the Kunsthistorisches Museum

Visit one of Vienna’s premier art museums housing masterpieces from European artists. Open 10:00am-6:00pm.
EUR18, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Figlmüller

Try Vienna’s famous schnitzel at Figlmüller, a well-loved restaurant open until 10:00pm.
EUR25, 1h30m

8:00pm

Check-in Hostel

Settle into your pre-booked hostel in Vienna for overnight rest.
EUR30, N/A
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Day 2: Vienna Culture & Nightlife

Vienna, Austria on May 3, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Hostel or Local Bakery

Start your day with fresh pastries and coffee from a nearby bakery or your hostel.
EUR7, 30m

9:30am

Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral

Explore the iconic Gothic cathedral in the heart of Vienna, free to enter, open 6:00am-10:00pm.
Free, 1h

11:00am

Walk through the Historic Center

Stroll Vienna’s Old Town, enjoying landmarks like the Hofburg Palace and the Spanish Riding School.
Free, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Naschmarkt

Taste international and Austrian delicacies at the bustling Naschmarkt open daily 6:00am-7:30pm.
EUR15, 1h

2:30pm

Tour Belvedere Palace

Discover Baroque architecture and Gustav Klimt’s 'The Kiss' in this famous palace and museum, open 10:00am-6:00pm.
EUR17, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Motto am Fluss

Enjoy modern Austrian cuisine by the Danube Canal in an atmospheric setting, open until 11:00pm.
EUR30, 1h30m

8:30pm

Vienna State Opera Night Visit

Attend a performance or enjoy a guided tour (check schedule ahead), offers an authentic Viennese cultural experience.
EUR30 - 100 depending on event, 2h
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Day 3: Salzburg Old Town

Salzburg, Austria on May 4, 2025

7:30am

Early train to Salzburg

Take the ÖBB train from Vienna to Salzburg (approximately 2.5 hours). Depart early for a full day in Salzburg.
EUR40, 2h30m

10:30am

Breakfast at Café Tomaselli

Taste Salzburg’s oldest coffee house specialties in a historic setting, open from 8:00am.
EUR12, 1h

11:30am

Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress

Explore this iconic medieval fortress towering over Salzburg with panoramic views. Open 9:30am-5:00pm.
EUR12.90, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at St. Peter Stiftskeller

Dine in one of Europe’s oldest restaurants with traditional Austrian cuisine, open from 11:30am.
EUR25, 1h

3:30pm

Tour Mozart’s Birthplace Museum

Learn about the life of Mozart in this historic house museum in Salzburg’s Getreidegasse, open 9:00am-5:30pm.
EUR11.50, 1h

5:00pm

Wander Mirabell Palace and Gardens

Enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens and Baroque architecture, open daily and free to enter.
Free, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Augustiner Bräustuben

Experience local beer and hearty Austrian fare at this traditional beer hall, open until 10:00pm.
EUR20, 1h30m

8:30pm

Check-in Salzburg Hostel

Rest at your pre-booked hostel in Salzburg for the night.
EUR30, N/A
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Day 4: Hallstatt Day Trip

Hallstatt, Austria on May 5, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hostel

Start your day with a light breakfast at your hostel before heading out.
EUR7, 30m

8:00am

Travel from Salzburg to Hallstatt

Take a combination of train and ferry to reach the scenic lakeside town of Hallstatt, approximately 2.5 hours.
EUR25, 2h30m

10:30am

Explore Hallstatt Village

Walk around the picturesque town, visit the salt mines (open 9:00am-4:30pm), and enjoy stunning alpine views.
Salt mine tour EUR16, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Gasthof Zauner

Taste traditional Austrian cuisine in a charming setting with local specialties, open from 11:00am.
EUR20, 1h

3:00pm

Return to Vienna

Travel back to Vienna by train from Hallstatt, approximately 3.5 hours to conclude your trip.
EUR45, 3h30m

6:30pm

Dinner in Vienna at Wurst & Schnitzel

Enjoy a casual dinner of classic Austrian sausages and schnitzel near your hostel, open until 9:00pm.
EUR15, 1h

8:00pm

Depart or Overnight Stay

Prepare for departure or stay overnight, depending on your plans.
N/A, N/A
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