The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Lower Austria, Austria

April 22, 2022 Diedre Savory

Lower Austria (German: Niederösterreich, pronounced [ˈniːdɐˌʔøːstɐʀaɪ̯ç] ( listen); Czech: Dolní Rakousy; Slovak: Dolné Rakúsko) is the northeasternmost state of the nine states in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria since 1986 is Sankt Pölten, the most recently designated capital town in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria had formerly been Vienna, even though Vienna has not officially been part of Lower Austria since 1921. With a land area of 19,186 km (7,408 sq mi) and a population of 1.612 million people, it is the largest state in Austria, and in terms of population second only to the federal state of Vienna.
Restaurants in Lower Austria

1. Wallfahrtsbasilika Sonntagberg

Ort Sonntagberg 1 Sonntagberg, Amstetten 3332 Austria +43 7448 21572 http://www.sonntagberg.gv.at/content.php?pageId=5393
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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Wallfahrtsbasilika Sonntagberg

2. Adlerwarte Kreuzenstein

Kreuzensteiner Str., Leobendorf 2100 Austria +43 664 8998325 [email protected] http://www.adlerwarte-kreuzenstein.at/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Adlerwarte Kreuzenstein

Reviewed By DenitsaMora123

After a disappointing short and unfriendly tour in the inner part of the castle the bird show came as an unexpected great experience one doesn't see often! You can visit the numerous aviaries before or after the show as in a zoo and it is included in the ticket price! The show itself is impressive and is led professionally and with lovely sence of humour in German. If you don't speak German you will still not be disappointed as the show is anyway a great experience and it is very clear what is going on! The view from the open air "theatre" is amazing and it is used as a background of the show. Our children and elderly family members enjoyed the show equally and we went twice during our stay in Vienna because the kids wanted to visit again! In not so good whether the show is still performed and every visitor is given on request a blanket, umbrella and a a dry seat cover- I found that very thoughtful. I would visit again and again in good or bad weather as it is very interesting to observe how birds react differently according to weather conditions!What a great fun! Thank you for the great experience!

3. Wachau Valley

Joching Austria +43 2715 2455 http://www.brandner.at
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4.5 based on 460 reviews

Wachau Valley

Reviewed By s1rw - Markham, Canada

The Wachua is a picturesque landscape carved out by the river Danube. Enjoy the Beautiful Blue Danube as it meanders passing cities from Melk to Krems. Relax on deck of the river boat, with a glass of apricot wine under the sunset as the boat navigates and winds it way through lush hills with granite tops, passing terraced vineyards, historic villages and ruins of Medieval castles. Just a beautiful and memorable experience

4. Melk Abbey

Abt Berthold Dietmayr Str. 1, Melk 3390 Austria +43 2752 555232 [email protected] http://www.stiftmelk.at
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4.5 based on 2,798 reviews

Melk Abbey

Melk Abbey is one of the biggest and most beautiful European Baroque Ensembles. Its splendid architectur ist famous worldwide an part of UNESCO´s World Cultural Heritage. Since 1089, Benedictine Monks have continually been living and working in Melk Abbey. Following the rules laid down by St. Benedict, they try to translate into action the words ORA et LABORA et LEGE (pray, work and read) by working in pastoral care, education as well as organizing numerous cultural Events. A visit to the abbey includes the abbey museum, the marble hall, the balcony, the library, the church, the abbey park with the baroque garden pavillion (open May-October)and the Bastion.April to September: Visits are possible daily with (10.55 a.m. and 2.55 p.m.)or without guided tourOctober to March: Visits are possible only with a guided tour. For individuals: 10.55 a.m. and 2.55 p.m. / tour for Groups may be reserved.Recommended time to spend at the abbey: 2,5 hoursADVISE for your visit: If possible, visit Melk Abbey around midday or in the afternoon, it´s not so crowed. Large monastery parking lot free of Charge.

Reviewed By srablair - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom

There is a lot to see here. Don't miss the guided tour to see the details including the marvellous Trompe l'oeil ceilings and the fabulous library. A spiral staircase takes you down to the rich and sumptuous Baroque church which is just stunning.

5. Stift Klosterneuburg

Stiftsplatz 1 3400, Klosterneuburg 3400 Austria +43 4322 43411212 [email protected] http://www.stift-klosterneuburg.at/
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4.5 based on 316 reviews

Stift Klosterneuburg

One place. A thousand stories. In 1114, Klosterneuburg Abbey was founded by Margrave Leopold III. For over 900 years, history has been written here and stories have been told. It is those stories that we have collected over the centuries – they make our spirituality as well as the close connection of this house to Austrian history tangible. The story of the Verdun altar (1181) illustrates the history of the abbey’s spirituality as well as its closeness to the people. The altar, apart from its material splendour, served one purpose above all - to make the Holy Scriptures and the Holy Mass easier to understand, even for those who were unable to read and write. The laying of the foundation stone for the abbey church (1114) is a symbol for the abbey’s longevity and its responsibility to create. At this event, wine from its own winery was served. It is the oldest winery in Austria, which has been run by Klosterneuburg Abbey since the Middle Ages.

Reviewed By sberry20

Lovely place, definitely take a look at the website for information. We did a 12:30 tour, it was in German and we were given an audio guide, which had plenty of information. We also did the wine cellar tour, both were with the same woman. Note that the wine tasting at the end was essentially 2 half glasses of wine, very little explanation. We did buy a bottle of wine and a bottle of juice to take away. Both were delicious We walked from the train stop, nice little town along the way and stopped for a bite to it in a cafe. There was a restaurant on the property too. Visited in early February and saw maybe 40 people there in 4 hours. Tip: take headphones that can be plugged into the audio guide, easier than holding the machine to your ear.

6. Schlosspark Laxenburg

Schlossplatz 1, Laxenburg 2361 Austria +43 2236 71226 [email protected] http://www.schloss-laxenburg.at
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4.5 based on 242 reviews

Schlosspark Laxenburg

Experiencing, feeling and enjoying history and garden art – that’s what Schlosspark Laxenburg (Laxenburg Castle Park) stands for. Leisure experiences to suit your taste in breathtaking surroundings. This, and much more, awaits you in Austria’s largest landscaped gardens. Trace the footsteps of the Habsburg Dynasty while enjoying a yearly programme full of a wide variety of activities. Laxenburg Castle Park is among the most significant historical landscaped gardens in Europe. In addition to a multitude of monuments, pleasure buildings and picturesque garden areas, you can also discover the majestic crowning of the park: The “Little Treasure House of Austria” – the Franzensburg!

Reviewed By AllanK1956 - Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Beautiful parkland with lots of picturesque walks around a large lake with a fairytale castle on an island. The park has labelled trees giving it the feel of an arboretum. If you are so inclined there are boats for hire so you can cruise the lake. Beautiful place.

7. Burgruine Duernstein

Ruinenweg, Durnstein 3601 Austria http://www.duernstein.at
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4.5 based on 391 reviews

Burgruine Duernstein

Castle Kuernriger (Schloß Kürnriger) is the main attraction of Durnstein (Dürnstein). It is the ruins of the castle in which Richard Leoncoeur, King of England was held prisoner for a year while returning from a Crusade. The ransom was used by the Duke of Babenberg to build the city walls of Vienna. This is a popular historical attraction especially for British people.

Reviewed By RobinB1957 - Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Many reviews mention the word hike to get here. That's overegging the pudding in my opinion as it's more like a slightly strenuous hill climb although I do agree that parts of the descent could be slippery in wet weather. There is more than one route up and down by the way. The main route is dotted with information boards giving details of Richard Ist's imprisonment and his relationship with his brother John, Saladdin and Leopold Duke of Austria. Overall I think that there's little doubt that Richard was a nasty piece of work and one can understand John's reluctance to bankrupt England to raise the ransom money.That's another debate however so enjoy the ruins and views in this lovely part of the Wachau valley.

8. Karikaturmuseum

Steiner Landstrasse 3a, Krems an der Donau 3500 Austria +43 2732 908010 [email protected] http://www.karikaturmuseum.at
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4.5 based on 158 reviews

Karikaturmuseum

The cartoon museum Krems, the only Austrian museum for satirical art, is mainly devoted to political caricature, humorous drawings, comics and illustrations. The Caricature Museum Krems sees itself as a European centre of excellence for the art of drawing and picture literature and networks with international artists, museums and exhibition houses.

9. Burgruine Aggstein

3642 Aggsbach Dorf, Spitz Austria +43 2753 82281 [email protected] http://www.ruineaggstein.at
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4.5 based on 186 reviews

Burgruine Aggstein

Landmark in the Wachau High above the Danube, with a breathtaking view of the world cultural heritage site, the Wachau, lies Aggstein - Austria`s most famous castle ruin. The imposing fortress has a truly adventurous history. You can still feel this today in the carefully restored walls. Dive into the Middle Ages! 900 years of eventful history The history of den ruins of Aggstein dates back to the beginning of the 12th century. Some of its former owners played a significant role in the Danube region. Some of them used theur power for personal enrichment. Their misdeeds and the changing history of the castle are still part of the legends and stories surrounding Aggstein. Fabulous castle experience Whether you are coming from Maria Langegg via the trail of St. James or by car, whether you are visiting one of our events or organising a celebration in our premises: the ruins of Aggstein always offer the perfect sitting an a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable experience!

10. Roman City Carnuntum

Hauptstrasse 1A, Petronell-Carnuntum 2404 Austria +43 2163 33770 [email protected] http://www.carnuntum.at/en
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4.5 based on 221 reviews

Roman City Carnuntum

Roman City of Carnuntum From the 1st to the 4th century AD, Carnuntum was a significant Roman metropolis on the border of the Roman Empire. Carnuntum became the capital of the province of Pannonia Superior with about 50,000 inhabitants, making it one of the biggest cities in the northern Empire. Because of its militarily vital location for securing the border and its proximity to key trade routes Carnuntum blossomed. Our goal is to vividly present the history and basic scientific research associated with the Roman City of Carnuntum. Antiquity comes alive again in the Roman city quarter with its reconstructed ancient buildings as well as in the amphitheaters and Museum Carnuntinum, the city’s treasure chamber.

Reviewed By Mombacho_Gabe - Bridgeview, United States

My wife and I have visited hundreds of Roman ruins all over Europe. Yes we have walked the grounds of many historical sites, but we had never expierianced the the first hand walk through a Roman village. It is well worth the drive to visit here. Nice restaurant onsite also.

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