"I like Vienna for its music, Salzburg for its beauty, and Innsbruck for its mountains."
- Ernest Hemingway
Best time to visit Austria
Year-round appeal: spring blossoms, lakes and hiking in the Alps, wine festivals, and ski resorts.
Austria highlights
Vienna is famous for its coffee culture which dates back to the 17th century.
Flight time
23+ hours to the capital, Vienna, departing Sydney.
Visa required?
Australian passport holders can visit Austria visa-free for up to 90 days.
Currency
Austria’s official currency is the euro.
Your luxury Austria holiday awaits
Your luxury Austria holiday awaits
Austria is like stepping into a real-life fairytale, where the Sound of Music comes alive across majestic mountain peaks and idyllic lakes. Nature takes centre stage, offering a playground for adventurers—from winding alpine trails perfect for hiking to world-class slopes for skiing, each vista is more breathtaking than the last.
Your luxury Austria holiday awaits
Your luxury Austria holiday awaits
This unspoiled beauty culminates in the picturesque village of Hallstatt, the oldest still-inhabited village in all of Europe, that our advisors say should be top of your list. Often called “the pearl of Austria”, this UNESCO World Heritage gem captivates visitors with its pastel homes hugging the shores of the tranquil Lake Hallstatt, all set against the towering backdrop of the Dachstein Alps.
Your luxury Austria holiday awaits
Your luxury Austria holiday awaits
Next, head to Vienna, a city that once echoed with the genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Freud. Stroll past the 13th-century Hofburg Palace, where royal history saturates every stone, then meander the charming alleyways, discovering hidden cafes and art nouveau masterpieces—reminders that Austria's rich history and culture live on in every corner of this picturesque country.
"Austria’s Christmas markets are nothing short of enchanting, offering a warm, festive escape into a world of twinkling lights, handcrafted ornaments, and the irresistible scent of mulled wine and gingerbread. It’s the perfect time to embrace the holiday spirit, wrapped in layers of cosiness, and explore traditional markets brimming with artisanal treasures."
Korinna Soldatova
Toussaint & Turner Travel Associates, Auckland
"Vienna is a city that exudes imperial elegance. Make sure you walk the iconic Ringstrasse (Ring Road) that takes you around the historic city centre. It’s lined with impressive buildings, parks, and monuments, including the Vienna State Opera, Austrian Parliament Building, Hofburg Palace, and the Museums of Art and Natural History. This is a beautiful journey through the heart of Vienna’s past."
Bridget Ryan
Streeter & Turner Travel Associates, Christchurch
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