5 days in Vienna, Graz & Hallstatt Itinerary

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 19th (Sat): don't miss a visit to State Hall of the Austrian National Library, take in the spiritual surroundings of Karlskirche, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Sun): make a trip to Historic Center of Vienna, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and then don't miss a visit to Rathausplatz.

To find more things to do and tourist information, use the Vienna trip planner.

Istanbul, Turkey to Vienna is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Istanbul to Vienna due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Istanbul in February: highs in Vienna hover around 5°C, while lows dip to -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sun) so you can drive to Graz.

With six universities, Graz represents a young, laid-back, and lively city with nightlife that doesn't stop.

On the 21st (Mon), relax and rejuvenate at Rogner Bad Blumau and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Well Welt Kumberg. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue): identify plant and animal life at Barenschutzklamm, kick back and relax at Bad Weihermuhle Freizeitanlage, and then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Graz trip maker site.

You can drive from Vienna to Graz in 2 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. In February in Graz, expect temperatures between 6°C during the day and -2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Hallstatt.

Historically known for the production of salt, Halstatt's fine architecture reflects the small village's salt mining legacy.

On the 23rd (Wed), appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town and then enjoy the sand and surf at Badestrand Hallstatt.

For where to stay, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Hallstatt trip itinerary builder tool.

Drive from Graz to Hallstatt in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to fly back home.