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Introducing Austria

Discover Austria.
Everything we love about Europe, Austria delivers in spades: beautiful and historic cities, opulent imperial palaces, medieval castles, bucolic mountain villages, and of course, the Austrian Alps. As for culture, this is the country that produced Mozart (two museums in Salzburg, his birthplace, are dedicated to the famous composer), and in this music-centric country, you’re never far off from a fine concert hall or opera house.

When is the best time to visit?
Winter sports enthusiasts will want to head to the Alps between December and early May, whereas summer travelers can expect warm but not oppressive heat. This allows for some fine mountain hikes, camping, and boating and swimming excursions to Plansee, Faaker See, and Hallstatter See lakes. If you want to beat the summer tourist crowds and want to enjoy outdoor activities in decent weather, the spring shoulder season of April and May is a good bet.

Where should you go?
For sheer beauty and culture, Vienna rivals any other city in Europe. It’s the former seat of the original Habsburg Dynasty, and Vienna still abounds with regal architecture, including the 1,441-room Schönbrunn Palace. In another baroque palace, the Belvedere, you’ll also find an art museum housing one of Europe’s most valuable collections.

Classical music connoisseurs should head to Wiener Musikverein (home of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra) and Wiener Staatsoper, which produces dozens of operas and ballets throughout the year. If you’re a fan of music history, make a trip to Salzburg and Mozart Geburtshaus in the colorful Aldstadt district. For a ski holiday, visit one of Austria’s many alpine resorts, such as Semmering, many of which offer skiing and snowboarding for all ability levels.

How many days do you need?
You should plan on four or five days to properly enjoy the palaces, concert halls, museums, coffee houses, and tea rooms of Vienna. Even if you do plan a winter or summer holiday outside the capital, you’ll find that it shouldn’t take you very long to get from one location to another. For example, Semmering is just an hour-long drive away from Vienna’s international airport. If you plan to see a lot of the country, you can easily do so in about 10 days.

Austria Travel Insights

See the autumnal leaves in the Austrian Alps in Tyrol in October
Austria in October: Travel Tips, Weather & More

October is fall in Austria and a quiet season in which to visit. That's great news if you're looking for discounted accommodation. There are fun events such as Oktoberfest-like celebrations and film and museum/gallery festivals in the cities. October is also a fun time to head to Alpine villages for a dose of traditional culture, which includes dressed-up cows. Find out more about traveling to Austria in October.

Pretty spring morning light over famous Hallstatt mountain village in the Austrian Alps
Austria in May: Travel Tips, Weather & More

A month with pleasant weather before the crowds of summer arrive, May is an excellent time to visit Austria, whatever your interests. Attend a food festival in Vienna or a classical music concert in Salzburg; hike into the mountains from Hallstatt or take a motorbike road trip: it's all possible in May. Read on for more ideas for traveling to Austria this spring month.

Visit the Gloriette Pavilion and Neptune Fountain of the Schönbrunn Palace to see the blossoming flowers
Austria in April: Travel Tips, Weather & More

In between the peak ski and summer seasons, April is the shoulder season for travel to Austria. But with mild temperatures, dry conditions, no snow on the ground, and lower prices, it's a great time to visit. Take a road trip across the relatively small country, enjoy a classical music concert in Mozart's hometown, and shop for Easter treats at a market. Here's more about what you can see and do in Austria in April.

Check out Hundertwasser's architecture in Vienna
Austria in September: Travel Tips, Weather & More

September in Austria is the start of fall, meaning the summer vacationers are mostly gone, but the weather is still pleasing and perfect for outdoor activities. Wineries put on special events in September, the conditions are great for biking and paragliding, and the cities are comfortable for a culturally oriented walking tour. There's lots to see and do in Austria in September.

Salzburg's Old Town lights up with their annual Christmas market
Austria in December: Travel Tips, Weather & More

December is winter in Austria, which means snow, skiing (and other snow sports), and Christmas markets. Short days might impact on sightseeing but there are plenty of museums, galleries, cafes, and other indoor attractions to enjoy. Expect crowds in the ski resorts and bustle in the cities around the festive season. Find out more about traveling to Austria in December below.

Tour Vienna's cultural attractions, like St. Michael's Square, in November
Austria in November: Travel Tips, Weather & More

November is the end of fall in Austria, and the weather is likely to be cold, damp, and a bit dark. The country doesn't see many visitors this month, but that makes it a great time to get in some early Christmas shopping at a market, relax in a thermal spa in the mountains without the crowds, or go sightseeing in an uncharacteristically quiet month in Salzburg. Read on to find out where to go and what to do in Austria in November.

Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Austria
Travel specialist Clemens Sengwein
active 8 hours ago

Clemens Sengwein

As a travel agent with 12 years of experience in the business, I have always believed that travel is not just about visiting new places, but also about experiencing different cultures, meeting...

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Travel specialist Rachel Long
active 8 hours ago

Rachel Long

Although I have always lived in beautiful Wales, I am passionate about travel. As a child I spent family holidays in Britain, touring the west coast of Scotland and the south coast of England,...

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Travel specialist Kamilla Sengwein-Reti
active 17 hours ago

Kamilla Sengwein-Reti

I was born and raised in Hungary and moved to Vienna after high school. As the child of two travel agents, travel has always been a key part of our family lifestyle. We went on city trips, hiking...

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Trip Reviews for Austria

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Austria & Munich Trip
Austria | Jun 5 - Jun 14, 2025

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Jessica R.
O'Fallon, IL | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
I recently used Kamilla and her company for a trip and overall had a very positive experience. From the start, they were extremely responsive — every question I had was answered promptly and thoroughly, which gave me a lot of confidence heading into the trip. I also really appreciated the pre-trip meeting, where they walked us through the full itinerary and made sure we had all the key information we needed. Throughout the trip, they stayed in touch and checked in on us regularly, which... Read more

I recently used Kamilla and her company for a trip and overall had a very positive experience. From the start, they were extremely responsive — every question I had was answered promptly and thoroughly, which gave me a lot of confidence heading into the trip. I also really appreciated the pre-trip meeting, where they walked us through the full itinerary and made sure we had all the key information we needed.

Throughout the trip, they stayed in touch and checked in on us regularly, which was a really nice touch. It made the whole experience feel personal and well-supported. They were well-organized, and I especially liked that they offered to make reservations and even had day-of restaurant suggestions ready to go — that kind of service definitely took some of the pressure off.

The only thing I wish had been a little better was having more details about the tour guides we were meeting ahead of time but I am just an a bit over the top when it comes to planning. While everything ended up running smoothly and working out great, having that info ahead of time would have put my mind at rest.

Shout out to Marius, our hiking tour guide from Mountain Mountains. He was amazing!!

That said, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and follow-through really stood out and made for a memorable trip.

Hotel Reviews
Marias Platzl
Munich

This hotel was simply decorated and clean. The onsite restaurant was very good and had a great beer garden area. The front desk staff works short hours so they were not available when needed. Our hotel room was very hot and the fan provided little airflow for how warm it was.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walkable to most things
Staff
Staff was not available in the evening though they were suppose to be working until 8pm. We used self check out in the morning but the computer system was not working and it was difficult to get ahold of someone at the other hotel to check us out.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Poor ventilation/air flow made it difficult to sleep because the room was so warm.
NALA individuellhotel

This hotel was very clean, the vibe and decor were great. Our room was spacious and the blackout blind were fantastic. The common areas were useful, beautifully decorated and clean.

Authenticity & Character
Unique decor
Location
Staff
Helpful and kind
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sparkling clean
Cocoon Salzburg
Salzburg

The hotel was clean and had beautiful decor.

Authenticity & Character
Beautifully decorated
Location
If you want to be by public transportation then the location is great. For my stay, I would have liked to be closer to more restaurants and activities.
Staff
The staff was not very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Max Brown Hotel 5th District, part of Sircle Collection (formerly Pentahotel Vienna)
Vienna

The hotel was clean and decorated well. It had a fantastic breakfast spread and the staff was very kind.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Journey to Dachau: A Powerful Visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp
Journey to Dachau: A Powerful Visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp
Munich

Our guide was a historian that provided us with a detailed tour of Dachau Concentration Camp. Having a private tour allowed us to learn even more and ask questions throughout the tour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Exploration of Munich: Guided Walking Tour
Private Exploration of Munich: Guided Walking Tour
Munich

Our guide provided a comprehensive, informational walking tour of Munich. He was knowledgable and the flow of the tour was wonderful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Scenic hike in Tyrol
Innsbruck

We learned so much about the outdoor activities in Austria. Our guide had a plethora of information and was very personable. Marius from Mountain Moments was fantastic!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
You had to provide your own transportation.
Highlights of Vienna: Walking Tour
Highlights of Vienna: Walking Tour
Vienna

Our tour guide was very knowledgable but I felt like the tour was not cohesive and just jumped around. He also made some inappropriate jokes which made me uncomfortable so I did not know what to do other than laugh uncomfortably.

Discover Culinary Diversity @ Naschmark Food Tour
Discover Culinary Diversity @ Naschmark Food Tour
Vienna

This tour is not what we expected- it is not a food tour learning about Austrian food. It is an international food tour. That being said, our tour guide was very knowledgable and friendly!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our tour guide was great!
Local specialist: Kamilla Sengwein-Reti
Kamilla
Kamilla Sengwein-Reti
Local specialist in Vienna | Replied on Jul 04, 2025
Dear Jessica, I was so happy to read your detailed review — it’s been such a pleasure working with you, and it means the world to know you felt well taken care of and had a great trip! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. I’ll definitely keep your note about sharing more details on the guides in mind for future trips — that’s really helpful feedback, and I appreciate you pointing it out. Also, thank you for the detailed thoughts on the hotels and activities; it’s... Read more

Dear Jessica,

I was so happy to read your detailed review — it’s been such a pleasure working with you, and it means the world to know you felt well taken care of and had a great trip! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience.

I’ll definitely keep your note about sharing more details on the guides in mind for future trips — that’s really helpful feedback, and I appreciate you pointing it out. Also, thank you for the detailed thoughts on the hotels and activities; it’s incredibly valuable for us to see what’s working well and where we can improve.

We’re all super happy to hear you enjoyed your time, and I’m especially glad Marius made the hiking tour a highlight!

Wishing you & Lee all the best, and I’d love to help you plan your next adventure 🥰
Kamilla

Our trip was amazing. Tomaz and Zala planned...
Austria | Apr 24 - Apr 30, 2025

Kristin
Kristin M.
Augusta, GA | Reviewed on May 02, 2025
Our trip was amazing. Tomaz and Zala planned the perfect trip. We had an amazing guide for our walking tour - I can’t remember her name. Camillo was our guide for the Wine Valley Tour and he was spectacular. Mom doesn’t drink wine and said this was her favorite tour. I really recommend this too. We also drank and ate our way through multiple coffee houses and honestly I think the Mozart Cafe was the best. I can’t wait to come back to Vienna and explore some more! Read more

Our trip was amazing. Tomaz and Zala planned the perfect trip. We had an amazing guide for our walking tour - I can’t remember her name. Camillo was our guide for the Wine Valley Tour and he was spectacular. Mom doesn’t drink wine and said this was her favorite tour. I really recommend this too. We also drank and ate our way through multiple coffee houses and honestly I think the Mozart Cafe was the best. I can’t wait to come back to Vienna and explore some more!

Hotel Review
K+ K Hotel Maria Theresia
Wien

Actually did not stay here.

Activity Reviews
Wachau Valley with wine tasting - group tour
Wachau Valley with wine tasting - group tour
Vienna

Probably the best tour, hands down. Loved it.

Quality of Experience
Best tour ever
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Camillo the guide was amazing
Transport
Very comfortable van
Opera tour
Opera tour
Vienna

The tour of the opera house was so informative and engaging. I really wanted to see an opera here.

Quality of Experience
Excellent tour
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was informative and engaging
Transport
Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Vienna
Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Vienna
Vienna

We had the best guide. Not the best weather, but we made the best of it and had a great time.

Quality of Experience
Excellent guide
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Loved our guide
Transport
City Danube River Cruise
City Danube River Cruise
Vienna

Amazing cruise down the Danube. Very relaxing and beautiful.

Quality of Experience
Great cruise
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very attentive staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tomaz Martinek

Prague and north Austria
Austria | Dec 2 - Dec 12, 2024

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Celeste M.
Colleyville, TX | Reviewed on Dec 21, 2024

It was amazing trip and they listened. I would have changed a few things but they always kept me up to date on last minute changes or train missed they booked next one. Hotels were great! I highly recommend booking with them.

Local specialist: Clemens Sengwein
Clemens
Clemens Sengwein
Local specialist in Vienna | Replied on Dec 27, 2024
Dear Celeste, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing trip to Prague and North Austria and that you appreciated our support, especially with last-minute changes. It’s always our goal to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey, even when unexpected hiccups occur. We’re delighted that you loved the hotels and felt well cared for throughout your trip. Your feedback means the world to us, and we’ll use... Read more

Dear Celeste,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing trip to Prague and North Austria and that you appreciated our support, especially with last-minute changes. It’s always our goal to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey, even when unexpected hiccups occur.

We’re delighted that you loved the hotels and felt well cared for throughout your trip. Your feedback means the world to us, and we’ll use it to keep improving and tailoring trips even better in the future.

Thank you again for recommending us—it was truly a pleasure to help plan your adventure, and we hope to assist you with another unforgettable trip soon!

Warm regards,
Clemens & the Team

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