Title: Things to Do in Melk in 2026 | Expedia.com [Melk Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Melk.dx6197577)[Hotels in Melk](https://expedia.com/Melk-Hotels.d6197577.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Melk](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Melk.d6197577.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Melk](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Melk.d6197577.Car-Rental-Guide)[Melk Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Melk.d6197577.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Melk ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Melk Types of activities [Melk Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Melk.dx6197577) ![Entrance to the courtyards is free...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197577/4bc5b62a-22e5-4499-bfa3-5a7c4f2688e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Twister !!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197577/b6da21ea-469a-453b-b1c3-f254579b4f1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Melk has been an important spiritual and cultural center in Austria for over 1000 years. Stift Abbey became a Benedictine Monastery in 1089. Monks have lived and worked in the Abbey for over 900 years and it currently schools over 750 day students. The Abbey has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times and today’s architecture is from the 18th century. Shooting in to the haze and early morning sun.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197577/b5cc419e-7c41-428c-8424-efefd1777ec2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Melk Abbey, Austria, with town of Melk.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197577/7e8cb37c-48e7-48c5-9771-1630a112531a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Melk, Austria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197577/59f065d5-9371-41ea-a38a-edfaa7cf63c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Melk Attractions Smaller cities have an aura about them you won't find in their larger counterparts. Take a note of all the exciting things to see and do in Melk before you get there so you can make the most of your escape. You'll soon learn that bigger doesn't always mean better! If you're ready to hit the streets of Melk, sign up for one of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6197577&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let a friendly expert show you some of the most popular sights. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {19 fun activities in Melk [fun activities in Melk](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6197577&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth looking into. --- --- ## Recommended things to do in Melk | Number of things to do | 19 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Aggstein Castle Ruins: Admission to the medieval castle complex](/things-to-do/aggstein-castle-ruins-admission-to-the-medieval-castle-complex.a51998780.activity-details): $12 | | Top 5 things to do | [Day Trip to Danube Valley incl. boat ride in summer](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-danube-valley-incl-boat-ride-in-summer.a176000.activity-details)[From Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip](/things-to-do/private-austrias-highlights-tour-to-salzburg-hallstatt-wachau.a46257127.activity-details)[Culinary tour in Melk](/things-to-do/culinary-tour-in-melk.a46339357.activity-details)[Aggstein Castle Ruins: Admission to the medieval castle complex](/things-to-do/aggstein-castle-ruins-admission-to-the-medieval-castle-complex.a51998780.activity-details)[Cesky Krumlov and Wachau Danube Valley Tour from Vienna](/things-to-do/cesky-krumlov-and-wachau-danube-valley-tour-from-vienna.a50658682.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Aggstein Castle Ruins: Admission to the medieval castle complex](/things-to-do/aggstein-castle-ruins-admission-to-the-medieval-castle-complex.a51998780.activity-details) | | With kids | [Day Trip to Danube Valley incl. boat ride in summer](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-danube-valley-incl-boat-ride-in-summer.a176000.activity-details)[From Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip](/things-to-do/private-austrias-highlights-tour-to-salzburg-hallstatt-wachau.a46257127.activity-details)[Culinary tour in Melk](/things-to-do/culinary-tour-in-melk.a46339357.activity-details)[Aggstein Castle Ruins: Admission to the medieval castle complex](/things-to-do/aggstein-castle-ruins-admission-to-the-medieval-castle-complex.a51998780.activity-details)[Cesky Krumlov and Wachau Danube Valley Tour from Vienna](/things-to-do/cesky-krumlov-and-wachau-danube-valley-tour-from-vienna.a50658682.activity-details) | ## What to do in Melk - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Melk Heading to Melk on a budget? The following can be seen for nada. **Melk Abbey** \- Whether you're spiritual or not, this site is sure to inspire a sense of reverence. ### Things to Do in Melk with Kids There are plenty of fun activities to do with your kids in and near Melk. Keep everyone entertained with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6197577&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Melk? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Melk ![Entrance to the courtyards is free...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197577/4bc5b62a-22e5-4499-bfa3-5a7c4f2688e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Melk Abbey You can find out about the history of Melk with a trip to Melk Abbey. Wander the riverfront and gardens while you're in the area. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Melk ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048019/0d8109e1-c6c9-4a96-bdc8-926213560e45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Emmersdorf an der Donau ![Floating by this beautiful castle in Austria.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000044902/2006507a-c9e4-4eaf-8681-ce075672d0a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Schonbuhel-Aggsbach ![Schonbuhel castle, Danube river, Lower Austria, Shutterstock ID 1401593636, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000044902/6dc8d9a6-29a8-4a51-a03e-9ba9ec9da639.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Schönbühel an der Donau ![Twister !!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6197577/b6da21ea-469a-453b-b1c3-f254579b4f1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Matzleinsdorf ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Melk worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Melk? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Melk? ### Is three days enough to stay in Melk? ### Is Melk a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Melk with kids? > - [Day Trip to Danube Valley incl. boat ride in summer](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-danube-valley-incl-boat-ride-in-summer.a176000.activity-details) > - [From Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-austrias-highlights-tour-to-salzburg-hallstatt-wachau.a46257127.activity-details) > - [Culinary tour in Melk](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/culinary-tour-in-melk.a46339357.activity-details) > - [Aggstein Castle Ruins: Admission to the medieval castle complex](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/aggstein-castle-ruins-admission-to-the-medieval-castle-complex.a51998780.activity-details) > - [Cesky Krumlov and Wachau Danube Valley Tour from Vienna](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cesky-krumlov-and-wachau-danube-valley-tour-from-vienna.a50658682.activity-details) ### What to do in Melk for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Melk? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Vacation Rentals - 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