Family Trip and Vacation in the Salzburg and Tyrol Regions of Austria
Suggestions for Star Trips (Hub-and-Spoke Day Trips) in the Salzburg Region:
Choose a place to stay from the recommendations above, and head out on star trips to the following attractions:
(For details on most of the following attractions and more, read the article: Trips and Attractions in the Salzburg Region)
♦ Eisriesenwelt Ice Caves - The largest and most impressive ice cave in Europe.
♦ Dürrnberg Salt Mine and adjacent to it, the longest alpine coaster in Austria: Toboggan slide "Keltenblitz"
♦ Fun at the Karkogel alpine slide in Abtenau
♦ Hellbrunn Palace and Trick Fountains (Hellbrunn-Schloss und Wasserspiele) – A palace famous for its surprising water games.
♦ A visit to beautiful Salzburg: Ascend by funicular to visit the fortress, tour the Old Town, the Old Market Square, the main pedestrian street, walk along the river, and visit Mirabell Gardens. Tour in the footsteps of "The Sound of Music". For more details about the city, read the article: Traveling in the City of Salzburg
Salzburg - Booking recommended guided tours from the great Viator website:
♦ Guided walking tour of Salzburg Old Town and Mirabell Gardens - Salzburg Old Town Walking Tour, Mozart, Mirabell Gardens
Duration: 2 hours.
♦ Salt Mine Tour
Skip-The-Line Salt-Mines and Bavarian Mountains Tour from Salzburg
An experience for the whole family, scenery, caves, miners' slides. Enter without waiting in lines. Lasts about 4 hours.
♦ Trip to Hellbrunn Palace (with the trick fountains) and scenic river cruise in the Old Town
River Cruise to Hellbrunn, Palace & world-famous trick fountains
♦ Private tour following "The Sound of Music" movie (about 4 hours) - Original Sound of Music Private Tour
♦ Combined tour of historical sites and "The Sound of Music" movie locations (about 4 hours):
The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg
♦ Dinner with a Mozart Concert - Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg
Appropriate evening dress is required for the event (no jeans, sneakers, or shorts).
♦ Scenic excursion to the "Eagle's Nest" -
Skip-the-Line: Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg
This is Hitler's famous vacation retreat located at the summit of a mountain. The tour departs from the bus station at Mirabellplatz in Salzburg and lasts about 4.5 hours. Fast-track entry without waiting in queues (passport required as the tour crosses the border into Germany).
♦ Trip along the Grossglockner - The highest mountain in Austria, whose peak is reached via an impressive, panoramic toll road.
♦ Visit to Hohenwerfen Castle in Werfen and watching a birds of prey show.
♦ Visit to the picturesque, preserved town of Hallstatt, a cruise on the magical lake, and a visit to the "Bone House" (Beinhaus).
♦ Visit to the charming, storybook towns of St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen, including a cruise on a historic paddle steamer on the lake and ascending via the heritage cable car.
♦ Krimml Waterfalls (Krimmler Wasserfälle) - The highest waterfalls in Europe!
♦ Kitzsteinhorn Glacier in Kaprun - A summer ski resort with plenty of snow fun, accessed by a chain of three cable cars with breathtaking views.
♦ The dam and power plant in Kaprun (Alpine reservoirs in Kaprun) - A fascinating guided tour of an alpine high-mountain reservoir accessed via a giant funicular.
♦ Liechtenstein Gorge (Liechtensteinklamm) and Lammer Gorge (Lammerklamm) - Lovely hiking trails inside deep canyons along the river over elevated wooden walkways.
♦ Visit to the wildlife and amusement park Freizeitpark.
♦ Tour of the Lamprechtshöhle Cave - Considered the deepest cave in the entire world open to visitors.
♦ Hike in Seisenberg Gorge along elevated platforms beside a rushing river.
Details on attractions and recommended hotels in this region can be found in the article: Trips and Attractions in the Salzburg Region
♦ Recommended Accommodation in the Salzburg Region
It is recommended to stay in the sports area of the region in the towns of Flachau and Wagrain, or one of the neighboring villages.
Especially recommended apartments in Flachau:
♦ Vacation Apartments Rainerhof
Located in Flachau. Vacation apartments for up to 9 guests. Fully equipped kitchen. Free bicycles for guests. Free Wi-Fi and free parking.
♦ Aparthotel Appartements Salzburgerhof
Located in Flachau. Vacation apartments designed for up to 8 guests. Kitchen with a dining area. Free Wi-Fi and free parking.
♦ Aparthotel Aparthotel Pichler
A 3-star apartment hotel with kitchenettes. Located 3 km from the center of Flachau. Free Wi-Fi and free parking.
♦ Vacation Apartments Almdorf Almlust
A holiday apartment resort rich with attractions in Flachau. Features fully equipped kitchens in the apartments, a natural outdoor pool, and a spa with an indoor pool. Free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Recommended apartments in the Wagrain area:
♦ Farmstay Vacation Apartments Blankgut Familie Berner
Vacation apartments with kitchens located on a farm. Located 3 km from the center of Wagrain. Apartments accommodate up to 12 guests. Free Wi-Fi and free parking.
♦ Pension Mozart
Located in Wagrain in a quiet location, adjacent to the Flying Mozart cable car. Free Wi-Fi and free parking.
♦ Pension Panorama in Wagrain. Central location in the town of Wagrain.
♦ Hotel Naturhotel Edelweiss Wagrain
A 4-star hotel in Wagrain on a half-board basis. Spa area with an indoor pool. Facilities for children. Free Wi-Fi and free parking.
♦ Farmstay Vacation Apartments Eisbauer
Holiday apartments with a kitchen in a farmhouse. Located about 13 km west of Wagrain. Apartments for 4 to 6 guests. Swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, and free parking.
Accommodation near Salzburg:
♦ Sheraton Fuschlsee-Salzburg Hotel Jagdhof
A 4-star hotel located 20 minutes east of Salzburg, overlooking a lake, with a private golf course, a large spa, and an indoor pool.
♦ Schloss Fuschl - Resort & Spa
A 5-star lakeside luxury resort located 20 minutes east of Salzburg.
♦ Pension Bergfried - A great guesthouse south of Salzburg, located in the picturesque town of Grödig about eight kilometers south of Salzburg.
A 3-star rated hotel in the southern suburbs of the city (about a 15-minute drive south of the Old Town) in a peaceful setting with scenic views. A bus stop is next to the hotel. The hotel offers rooms in various sizes, including rooms suitable for up to 4 guests. Features an on-site restaurant, free parking, and free Wi-Fi. High-quality breakfast.
Recommended Places to Stay in Central Salzburg:
For those who still prefer their hotel to be inside the city, you can choose from the following excellent city hotels:
♦ Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg
A luxury 5-star hotel in a historic 15th-century building located in the heart of the Old Town on the famous Getreidegasse. The rooms (with air conditioning!) feature classic Austrian design with many unique antique furnishings. The hotel offers a restaurant and bar. Free Wi-Fi, private parking (surcharge applies).
A 4-star hotel surrounded by lovely private gardens, about a 15-minute walk from the Old Town center. The hotel enjoys impressive views of the nearby mountains. Free Wi-Fi and free parking. Some rooms have balconies. Excellent breakfast.
A small, elegant 4-star boutique hotel in a central and convenient location, featuring rooms and suites in various sizes, including spacious family rooms accommodating up to 4 people. The hotel features a spa and bar. Free Wi-Fi. Parking available for a surcharge. Excellent breakfast.
Suggestions for Star Trips in the Tyrol Region
This article provides a brief overview of worthwhile destinations across the Tyrol region.
For full details on attractions, tours, and hotels in the Tyrol region, see the article: Trips and Attractions in the Tyrol Region
Innsbruck
Details on Innsbruck and its surroundings in the article: Trip to the City of Innsbruck and its Surroundings
♦ A visit to the city of Innsbruck, capital of Tyrol: Climb to the viewpoint from the City Tower (Stadtturm) over the Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), visit the Imperial Hofburg Palace (Kaiserliche Hofburg), the Bell Museum, the Alpine Zoo, and the Innsbruck ski jump Bergiselstadion.
Video Viewpoint over the City of Innsbruck:
Pedestrian street in the Old Town of Innsbruck:
♦ Visit the enchanting crystal world of Swarovski Kristallwelten
♦ Walk across the Europa Bridge (Europabrücke), considered the highest bridge in Europe. It is an engineering marvel of the world. You can cross it on foot and marvel at its tremendous height and power.
♦ Kufstein Fortress (Festung Kufstein) - A well-fortified medieval castle built on an impressive rock cliff.
♦ Airrofan - Gliding from a high mountain peak in a 4-person sky glider attached to a giant cable, flying down a 200-meter elevation drop at 85 km/h in the Lake Achensee area.
♦ Leutasch Spirit Gorge (Leutascher Geisterklamm) - A hike along an impressive rushing canyon, part of which traverses towering bridges, deep gorge paths, and forest trails.
♦ Aurach Deer Park (Wildpark Tirol - Aurach)
♦ The largest and most popular open-air rural museum in Tyrol: Museum Tiroler Bauernhöfe located near the village of Kramsach.
Video of the Open-Air Farm Museum:
♦ Recommended Accommodation in the Tyrol Region
In the Wilder Kaiser Area:
Hotel Alpin Scheffau
The hotel is situated on a 6,000 sq m property featuring extensive lawns that are home to small animals like rabbits and goats. The hotel comprises 2 side-by-side buildings. Facilities include a playground with climbing frames, trampoline, and table tennis. Additionally, there is a large sun terrace with loungers and parasols, a swimming pool, and a bicycle rental service. The hotel has 79 rooms and suites and is air-conditioned (a rarity in Austria).
Chalet Hotel am Leitenhof
A top-quality 4-star all-suite hotel offering luxurious modern chalets and suites. The hotel includes a spa with a natural swimming pond. It has 31 rooms and features the Champagne Lounge Salettl serving an extensive range of beverages. The dining here is superb!
Hofbauer
A farmhouse offering 6 accommodation units accommodating 2 to 7 guests. Located in the town of Itter, an ideal hub for star trips around Tyrol.
Grünholz
Another farmhouse in Itter with 3 apartments accommodating 5 to 7 guests.
In the Brixental Area:
Hotel Hubertus
A 4-star hotel located just 150 meters from the Hochbrixen cable car. The hotel has 23 rooms designed for couples or parties of three. It features a charming small swimming lake and a wellness spa.
Appartement Haus Veronika
An apartment hotel in the town of Westendorf offering 11 well-equipped apartments suitable for up to 7 guests at attractive rates.
Across Various Places in Tyrol:
Das Rieser Aktiv & Spa Resort
A top-quality active resort hotel for families in Tyrol.
Aktivhotel Veronika
A 4-star, active, friendly, family-oriented hotel in Seefeld.
Hotel Klosterbraeu
A luxury 5-star hotel in Seefeld with an extensive spa, along with indoor and outdoor pools.
Accommodation recommendations in Kufstein (between Tyrol and Salzburgerland):
Stadt Kufstein
A 4-star hotel with 73 rooms. Located in the pedestrian zone of central Kufstein, just 300 meters from Kufstein Fortress.
Best Western Hotel Alpenrose
A 4-star hotel located in the suburbs of Kufstein with 22 rooms. It features a quality spa, an award-winning restaurant, and free parking for guests.
It is also very pleasant to stay in the town of Ebbs near Kufstein:
Pension Apartment Hödner
A renovated and modernized guesthouse offering 7 holiday apartments and rooms for 2–5 people. Includes a rich breakfast buffet with half-board options available.