Things to do in Upper Austria

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A church with a clock tower by a calm lake at dusk, with mountains in the background.
A town with a prominent church tower, a lake, and mountains in the background.
A serene lake surrounded by mountains, a church, and traditional buildings.
A serene lake surrounded by mountains, a church with a clock tower, and traditional houses along the water's edge.
A calm lake with a mountain range, a church, and traditional buildings along the shore.

Upper Austria Attractions

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Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

$96
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg
Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna

Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna

$140
per adult
Salzburg and Alpine Lakes Tour from Vienna
Magical Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna

Magical Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna

$190
per adult
Magical Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna
Vienna To Hallstatt Day Tour With Boat ride

Vienna To Hallstatt Day Tour With Boat ride

$112
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Vienna To Hallstatt Day Tour With Boat ride
Famous Hallstatt

Salzburg Super Saver: Hallstatt & Original Sound of Music Tour

$157
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Salzburg Super Saver: Hallstatt & Original Sound of Music Tour
Passau: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Passau: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

$13
per adult
Passau: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna to Hallstatt

Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna to Hallstatt

$242
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna to Hallstatt
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What to do in Upper Austria

Free Things to Do in Upper Austria

Some say the best things in life are free. Be sure to visit the following around Upper Austria:

Kitzmantelfabrik Cultural Center - Pull out your guidebook and learn why this place is worth adding to your travel itinerary.

Kur Park - Whether you know your apple trees from azaleas, you're sure to find beauty in this picturesque display.

 

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A serene lake surrounded by mountains, a church with a clock tower, and traditional houses along the water's edge.

Hallstatt Lake

9.6/10 (287 reviews)
Go boating, cycling, hiking, swimming and picnicking on and around a scenic fjord-like lake framed by quaint villages and a World Heritage cultural landscape.
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Where to stay in Upper Austria

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A nighttime view of a city with a river, illuminated buildings, and a bridge.
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Open Photo by © Austrian National Tourist Office/ Roebl

Innere Stadt

If you're spending some time in Innere Stadt, Linz Main Square and Musiktheater are top sights worth seeing.

A cobblestone square with tram tracks, historic buildings, and outdoor cafes.

Innenstadt

While visiting Innenstadt, you might make a stop by sights like Linz Main Square and Danube Park.

A yellow tram with 'Linz City Express' on the front, passing by a building with 'Stadtverkehr' signage.
Photo by Sharon Blackmore
Open Photo by Sharon Blackmore

Altstadtviertel

While visiting Altstadtviertel, you might make a stop by sights like Linz Main Square and Danube Park.

A historic fountain with a golden statue, surrounded by colorful flower beds and classic European architecture.

Rathausviertel

While visiting Rathausviertel, you might make a stop by sights like Brucknerhaus Congress Centre and Danube Park.

Waldegg

While visiting Waldegg, you might make a stop by sights like TipsArena and Linzer Stadium.

 

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Popular day trips from Upper Austria

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a bridge, and a river reflecting the lights.

Linz

A calm lake with boats, a wooden dock, and a mountain in the background.

Traunkirchen

A lakeside town with a church tower, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

A wooden pier leading to a white church with a dome and bell tower, surrounded by a lake and a town.

Gmunden

A river with a bridge, historic buildings, and a church with two towers.

Steyr

A river with boats, a bridge, and a town with colorful buildings and a church with two towers.

Passau

A cityscape with a prominent church tower, dense residential buildings, and a river.

Wels

A lake surrounded by mountains and houses.

St. Gilgen

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Upper Austria on a sunny day?
What should I not miss in Upper Austria?
Put these things high on your to-do list to get the most out of your trip:

  • Ort Castle
  • Imperial Villa and Park
  • Linz Castle Museum
  • Lentos Art Museum

Are there cheap things to do in Upper Austria?
Treat yourself to a Salzburg Private Tour: Sound of Music City Exploration Game and put the dollars you save toward more adventures.
What can you do in Upper Austria for free?
You'll hardly have time to pull your wallet out of your pocket with so many fantastic free things to do:

  • Church of St. Michael
  • St. Martin's Church
  • Gosausee Lake
  • Hallstatt Central Square

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