Vienna
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Schönbrunn Palace | The imperial summer palace with vast gardens, on the World Heritage list. | West of central Vienna |
| The Belvedere | A Baroque palace with an art museum and terraced gardens. | Central Vienna |
| The Prater | A large park and a famous amusement park with its giant Ferris wheel. | East of central Vienna |
| Kärntner Straße | The best-known shopping street in the heart of the old town. | Central Vienna |
Salzburg and Hallstatt
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Hohensalzburg Fortress | A hilltop fortress above the old town, reached by funicular. | Salzburg |
| The Mirabell Gardens | Formal gardens with fountains and flowers in front of Mirabell Palace. | Salzburg |
| Hallstatt | A lakeside village between the mountains, one of Europe's prettiest. | About 1.5 hours from Salzburg |
Zell am See and Kaprun
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Zell | A clear lake between the mountains, with boat trips and a lakeside promenade. | Zell am See |
| The Kitzsteinhorn glacier | A cable car to a glacier summit with snow all year. | Kaprun |
| The Krimml Waterfalls | Austria's highest waterfalls, dropping in several stages over about 380 metres. | About an hour from Zell am See |
| The Grossglockner High Alpine Road | An Alpine road with views of Austria's highest peak and its glacier. | Open in the warm season |
Innsbruck
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Swarovski Crystal Worlds | A museum, art installations and a garden built around crystal. | Wattens, near Innsbruck |
Tips before you go
- Zell am See is a favourite with Gulf visitors, with halal restaurants and halal grocers.
- The Grossglockner road opens in the warm season only, so check its dates.
- You need a Schengen visa for Austria.
Hotels in Austria
Flights to Vienna
Visa
- Austria visa for Saudis: Schengen step by step
- Schengen visa for Saudis: requirements, fees and steps
Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Austria?
Schönbrunn Palace and the Prater in Vienna, Salzburg, Hallstatt, Lake Zell and the Krimml Waterfalls.
Where are Austria's highest waterfalls?
The Krimml Waterfalls, about 380 metres high, about an hour from Zell am See.
Are there halal restaurants in Zell am See?
Yes, halal Arabic and Middle Eastern restaurants and halal grocers.
Planning your trip to Austria? Read Travel to Austria from Saudi Arabia.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.