The 5 Best Places to Visit in Austria

Austria is known for the iconic and natural beauty of its Alpine surroundings, untouched landscapes, and architecturally impressive cities, making it one of the most scenic destinations to visit in Europe.

Hikers and skiers regularly grace the numerous mountain slopes found in Austria's Alps, but the country is a perfect travel destination for much more than just its outdoor offerings. Austria is also home to some of the most interesting cultural and historic sights in Europe that make it one of the most appealing locations for travelers from all over the world.

To find out more, here are the Top 5 Places to Visit in Austria:
 

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Vienna

Austria's capital and the country's largest city, Vienna is a cultural haven for music and architecture lovers everywhere. Known for its masked ball tradition, the city hosts over 200 balls a year and there are concerts from some of the most famous historic composers, such as Mozart and Schubert, almost every night. The city also offers some fabulous museums and wonderful restaurants to indulge your curious mind and appetite.
 

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Salzburg

Located near the German border of Austria, Salzburg is another Austrian city that is famous for its music scene. As the birthplace of Wolfgang Mozart, the city of Salzburg is even more connected with the region's classical roots. Not only does Salzburg boast a rich cultural art heritage, the city is surrounded by the breathtaking Alps mountain range. For the best of both worlds, head to the Altstadt old town section of the city for gorgeous views of the mountains, and numerous historic attractions.
 

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Salzkammergut

The land of the Austrian lakes, Salzkammergut is a beautiful resort town with serene blue lakes, rolling green hills, and marvelous mountains lining its edges. Much of the famous movie The Sound of Music, was filmed here, so you may recognize its beauty from the timeless footage in the film. The region has a number of luxury spas and hotels on offer, as well as spots to sunbathe when the weather is warmer during the summer months.
 

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Innsbruck

Famous for hosting the Winter Olympics in both 1964 and 1976, the ski-resort town of Innsbruck is the perfect location to enjoy both winter sports and Austria's unique culture. One day you can head up to the slopes for some ski action and the next day you can be wandering through a historic cathedral or museum. The possibilities are endless. Be sure to check out the unique Bell Museum, which recognizes the region's 400 years of bell making.
 

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Zell am See

If you like immersive wilderness, snow-capped mountains, and tranquil lakes then you will adore the village of Zell am See. Not only is the town set to a backdrop of endless mountain scenery and crystal blue lakes, but it also has some of the world's best ski slopes. In fact, Zell am See city once hosted a number of international skiing competitions. Be sure to visit the city's Romanesque 16th century St. Hippolyte's Church, with its famous walking path. The driving here is also out-of-this-world, take the Grossglockner Alpine Road from here for some of the best Alpine scenery in the country.