The Austria Travel Guide
Welcome to Austria Wanderlust – your trusted Austria travel guide, created for DIY travellers who want to experience Austria like a local.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to plan your dream trip to Austria?
Tired of one-size-fits-all tours that don’t match your travel style?
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Don’t just visit Austria—experience Austria like a local.
Our Austria Travel Guide is your trusted source for English-speaking travellers, packed with expert tips, up-to-date information, and itineraries from someone who lives in Austria.
We believe unforgettable holidays aren’t created by overseas travel agencies or generic algorithms—they’re crafted with local insight, personal experience, by someone with a passion for sharing the real Austria.
Skip the cookie-cutter impersonal tours and let our Austria Travel Guide show you Austria that few travellers truly get to know.
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Welcome to your ultimate Austria Travel Guide — your first stop for everything you need to plan an unforgettable Austrian getaway.
Whether you’re dreaming of alpine hikes, historic towns, or cultural gems, our goal is to empower independent travellers like you to help you create an unforgettable Austrian adventure.
Planning Hub
Turn your Austrian dreams into reality with smart, practical travel planning resources.
Destination Guides
Explore Austria’s cities, villages, lakes and mountains – one unforgettable place at a time.
Travel Tips
Local insights and insider travel tips. It’s like having an Austrian friend in your pocket.
Austrian Experiences
Discover seasonal guides, foodie finds, epic ski trips and festive escapes. The magic’s waiting.
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Personalised travel planning to make your Austrian adventure completely stress-free.
Hi, I’m Tammy – Founder of the Austria Wanderlust website and Chief Austria Wanderlust’er!
I live in the heart of the stunning Austrian Alps and spend my days exploring Austria’s charming villages, majestic mountains, scenic lakes, and vibrant cities.
With years of firsthand experience travelling across the country, I’ve built a deep understanding of what makes Austria truly special – and I’m here to help you discover it too.
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Austria Destination Guides
Austria is famous for its snowcapped alpine vistas, lush verdant valleys, pristine blue lakes, Baroque architecture, Imperial history, quaint villages and opulent cities.
Whether you are a history enthusiast, an outdoor adventurer, a lover of art and music, or just want to relax in a spa.
Austria has something for every traveller.
Discover everything you need to plan your trip -expert insights, itineraries, and travel advice for exploring Austria’s top destinations
Austria Travel Bucket Lists
Top 16 Places to Visit in Austria
Vienna Bucket List
Salzburg Bucket List
Hallstatt Bucket List
Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Bucket List
Austria Travel Inspiration
Austria at Christmas
Skiing in Austria
Summer in Austria
Austria in Autumn
Austrian Cuisine
Austria Itineraries
1 Day in Vienna Itinerary
2 Days in Vienna Itinerary
Christmas Market Itineraries
14-Day Christmas Market Itinerary
7-Day Christmas Market Itinerary
Vienna Christmas Market Itinerary
Austria Trip Planning
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How to Plan Guide
Austria Travel Tips & Info
Budget for your trip
Accommodation Guides
Transport Guides
Fun Facts About Austria
Visas and ETIAS
When to Visit Austria
Austria Holidays
Festivals & Events
Mobile Phones in Austria
Austria Travel Tips
Airport and Flying Travel Tips
Europe Packing Tips
Fun Facts about Austria
Austria Grocery Store Guide
Top 16 Places to Visit
12 Best Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Vienna
Free Salzburg State Transit Ticket
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14-Day Austria Christmas Market Itinerary: The Ultimate Adventure
Experience the magic of Austria in winter with this 14-Day Austria Christmas Market Itinerary. From Vienna’s imperial charm to Salzburg’s music-filled squares and Innsbruck’s Alpine beauty, this route blends culture, tradition, and festive cheer for the ultimate Austrian Christmas adventure.
Austria Christmas Market Itinerary: 5, 7 & 14 Day Routes for a Magical Holiday
Discover the ultimate Austria Christmas Market Itinerary with 5, 7 and 14-day routes through Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, and beyond. From glittering palaces to alpine villages, this festive guide helps you plan the perfect winter holiday through Austria’s most enchanting Christmas markets
7-Day Austria Christmas Market Itinerary: Highlights of Vienna, Salzburg & Innsbruck
Experience the festive magic of Austria with our 7-Day Austria Christmas Market Itinerary, a perfect route through Vienna, Salzburg, and Innsbruck. This itinerary is designed to provide a well-rounded holiday, combining the sparkle of Austria’s most famous Christmas...
Unwrap the Magic: Must-Have Austria Christmas Market Souvenirs
There’s something truly special about strolling through a Christmas Market — the scent of cinnamon, the soft glow of fairy lights, and stalls brimming with festive wonders. From hand-carved ornaments to delicate glass baubles, Austria’s markets are a treasure trove of souvenirs waiting to be unwrapped. Here’s your guide to the most enchanting finds that will capture the magic of the season and bring a touch of European Christmas cheer to your home.
Must-Try Austria Christmas Market Food
One of the best things to do at a Austrian Christmas Markets is to try traditional Advent Christmas Market Food and Drink. These Foods are special Austrian Christmas Market Foods.
How to Plan a Christmas Market Trip in Austria: 14 Simple Steps
Want to know how to plan a Christmas market trip that feels straight out of a festive fairytale? This step-by-step guide walks you through 14 essential steps for creating the perfect Austrian Christmas getaway, from picking the best markets and budgeting smartly to booking charming stays and soaking up local customs. Whether you’re eyeing Vienna’s iconic Rathausplatz or Salzburg’s storybook squares, your festive adventure starts here.
16 Austria Christmas Market Travel Mistakes You’ll Want to Avoid This Winter
Visiting Austria’s Christmas Markets is magical—but only if you avoid the common pitfalls. From overspending on souvenirs to missing must-see stalls, this guide reveals the 16 Austria Christmas Market travel mistakes that could spoil your festive adventure. Learn how to plan smarter, eat better, and make the most of every twinkling moment.
Austria Christmas Traditions
Step into a winter wonderland where twinkling lights, snow-dusted rooftops, and the scent of roasted chestnuts fill the air. Austria’s Christmas traditions are steeped in charm — from the cosy Advent markets to the melodic carols echoing through alpine villages. Discover how Austrians celebrate the season with warmth, joy, and a sprinkle of old-world magic.
Krampus in Austria
In Austria at Christmas, who is on the Naugty or Nice list has a different meaning.
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, Krampusauslauf or parades honouring Krampus are held throughout many of Austria’s Alpine villages.
Ultimate Guide on How to Plan your Trip to Austria
Ready to start planning your trip to Austria? But do not know where to start? Read our easy 15-step by step Guide for planning a trip to Austria.