12 days in Austria & Munich Itinerary

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Salzburg, Austria
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Hallstatt, Austria
— 2 nights
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Innsbruck, Austria
— 2 nights
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Munich, Germany
— 2 nights
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Salzburg, Austria
— 3 nights
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Graz, Austria
— 2 nights
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Salzburg, Austria

Rome of the North

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): take in nature's colorful creations at Mirabell Palace, then get engrossed in the history at Mozarts Geburtshaus, and then step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn.

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Vienna to Salzburg is an approximately 2.5-hour train ride. You can also drive; or take a train; or fly. In September in Salzburg, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Hallstatt.
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Hallstatt, Austria — 2 nights

Pearl of Austria

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): make a trip to Central Square Marktplatz, take in panoramic vistas at Hallstatt Skywalk "Welterbeblick", and then go deep underground at Salzwelten Hallstatt.

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Traveling by car from Salzburg to Hallstatt takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can go by car to Innsbruck.
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Innsbruck, Austria — 2 nights

On the 9th (Sun), see the interesting displays at Swarovski Kristallwelten, then take an in-depth tour of The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), and then enjoy breathtaking views from Town Tower (Stadtturm). Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Schloss Ambras Innsbruck, get your game on at Bergisel Ski Jump, then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Alpenzoo, and finally steep yourself in history at Altstadt von Innsbruck.

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You can drive from Hallstatt to Innsbruck in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In September in Innsbruck, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to drive to Munich.
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Munich, Germany — 2 nights

Village of a Million People

On the 11th (Tue), engage your brain at Deutsches Museum, then contemplate the waterfront views at English Garden, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael's Church. On the 12th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Marienplatz, admire the landmark architecture of New Town Hall (Neus Rathaus), then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Peter's Church, and finally steep yourself in history at Nymphenburg Palace.

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You can drive from Innsbruck to Munich in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Munich are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. On the 13th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Salzburg.
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Salzburg, Austria — 3 nights

Rome of the North

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Salzburg: Grossglockner High Alpine Road (in Heiligenblut), Liechtensteinklamm (in St Johann im Pongau) and Salzwelten Salzburg (in Hallein). Enjoy Salzburg some more: take in the awesome beauty at Kitzsteinhorn, step into the grandiose world of Erlebnisburg Hohenwerfen, make a trip to Linzergasse, and get great views at MoenchsbergAufzug.

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Drive from Munich to Salzburg in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. On the 16th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Graz.
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Graz, Austria — 2 nights

On the 17th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Hauptplatz, make a trip to Kastner & Ohler, Paradeishof, steep yourself in history at Altstadt von Graz, don't miss a visit to Sporgasse, then enjoy breathtaking views from Uhrturm, and finally stroll around Schlossberg. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Tue): examine the collection at Landeszeughaus, stop by Island in the Mur, browse the exhibits of Kunsthaus Graz, then explore the historical opulence of Schloss Eggenberg, and finally don't miss a visit to Basilika Mariatrost.

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You can take a train from Salzburg to Graz in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in September, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to drive back home.
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Austria travel guide

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Castles · Art Museums · Architectural Buildings
Situated in the Central European Alps, Austria combines an alluring bundle of elegant urban architecture, cultural centers, and dramatic landscapes. This German-speaking country of 8.5 million residents is known for its rich history, dating back to the Hapsburg Empire, as well as its art, music, and scenery. Along with the neighboring country of Switzerland, Austria serves as the winter sports capital of Europe and is home to some of the continent's most popular ski resorts. This landlocked nation draws visitors from across the globe to its mountains, historical villages, and culturally rich cities. Experience trekking in the Alps one day and drinking regional wine at a crowded pub after a day of sightseeing in the capital Vienna the next.
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