Austria - Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Austria.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting The Sound of Music film locations in Salzburg to Vienna's annual wine hike: Wiener Weinwandertag, and feeling the spray of the mist-dashed, rainbow-kissed Krimml Falls in Hohe Tauern National Park.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Austria travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Austria and connect experiences together with ease
Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna; Festung Hohensalzburg; and Krimml Falls
Special features on Vienna's top 5 coffee houses, hiking and cycling guide, your ideal ski slope
Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
Connect with Austrian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Vienna