What to do and see in Austrian Alps, Austrian Alps: The Best Free Things to do

April 9, 2022 Marlin Saiz

The majestic Austrian Alps stretch across the country, an awe-striking area of Ice Age valleys, verdant heaths and alluvial cones within Europe's largest national park, 700-square-mile Hohe Tauern. Taking in the dramatic cities of Salzburg and Innsbruck and the beautiful province of Tirol, home to spectacular skiing and hiking, as well as Gross Glockner, Austria's highest peak, and some of the world's best winter and summer sports playgrounds, the Austrian Alps are an outdoor lover's paradise.
Restaurants in Austrian Alps

1. Nationalpark Hohe Tauern

Albin Egger-Strasse 17, Lienz 9900 Austria [email protected] http://www.hohetauern.info
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5.0 based on 145 reviews

Nationalpark Hohe Tauern

This beautiful mountainous park, the center of which is only accessible by foot, provides experienced hikers with a wide range of challenging routes.

2. Salzburg Cathedral

Kapitelplatz 2, Salzburg 5020 Austria 43 662 8047 1860 [email protected] http://www.salzburger-dom.at/informationen/oeffnungszeiten/#.V2Kma-RJnIU
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4.5 based on 4,257 reviews

Salzburg Cathedral

This uniquely-designed cathedral was constructed in the early 17th century and was the site of Mozart's baptism in 1756.

Reviewed By atulk885

Excellent sight seeing if you visit old town in Salzburg, Amazing things and you can actually relive the lifestyle in Salzburg ancient times with the help of audio visual guide , recommended !!!

3. Mirabell Palace and Gardens

Mirabellplatz 4, Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 80720 [email protected] http://www.salzburg.info/de/sehenswertes/festung_schloesser/schloss_mirabell_mirabellgarten
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4.5 based on 6,905 reviews

Mirabell Palace and Gardens

This former palace now houses government offices. The gardens are where the von Trapp children sang "Do-Re-Mi" in the Sound of Music.

Reviewed By Baz-Protest - Belfast, United Kingdom

Beautifull gardens memories of sound of music A formal garden in traditional style fountains and flower beds smaller than we imagined Free entry Toilets in the grounds 50 cent coin only

4. St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter)

Sankt-Peter-Bezirk off Kapitalpl., Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 8445780 http://www.stift-stpeter.at/
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4.5 based on 1,077 reviews

St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter)

This medieval monastery has served as the home to monks for over 1,000 years.

Reviewed By DRR105 - Omaha, United States

While my husband and I were on a tour of Salzburg, we had some free time on our own, and were walking towards the funicular which climbs up to the Fortress, when we happened upon St. Peter's Church, Abbey, Cemetery and Catacombs. It was amazing! The self guided tour of the Catacombs was especially enlightening. For those who love history and old architecture and learning about different cultures, don't miss this beautiful hidden treasure of Salzburg.

5. Alpbach

6236 Austria +43 4353 372120030 [email protected] http://www.alpbachtal.at/alpbach
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Alpbach

This ski resort is located in a small village known for its friendly atmosphere.

Reviewed By vicr722 - Langham, United Kingdom

This is an update on the closed forum from 2012 regarding getting from Innsbruck Airport to Alpbach without paying a fortune. It is remarkably easy! I’ve just done it with my 10 year old daughter. 1. Get the bus from just outside the door of the airport (stand F) to Innsbruck Haubtbahnhof(Hbf) - the main train station. It’a cheaper if you buy your tickets from the little machine at the bus stop (€2.50). 2.At the station buy tickets from the machine for Brixlegg Bahnhof (€15.80) - loads of trains... 3. Catch the 4074 bus from right outside the door of the station for Inneralpbach (not the one going the other way to Radfeld). Ask for Alpbach Boglerhof - this is the most convenient stopping point within the village. The amount of information available at the stops and on the trains and buses was brilliant. It’s also a good idea to download the “Scotty” app from ÖBB - it gives all train and bus times in a really easy to use format. If you’re concerned about doing this journey don’t be - it really is remarkably easy and will save you paying through the nose for an airport shuttle. Good luck!

6. Neustift

Stubai Valley Austria
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Neustift

7. Salzburger Altstadt

Altstadt, Salzburg Austria +43 662 8444880 http://www.salzburg.info/
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4.5 based on 8,856 reviews

Salzburger Altstadt

Reviewed By C671TOrickp - Calgary, Canada

Great city to walk around and enjoy the history and the sights and sounds of a wonderful old Austrian city. Lots of shops and cafes to enjoy. Some great restaurants to enjoy as well. Lots of cool passage ways to inner court yards with shopping and cafes. Take your time to enjoy this small old city.

8. Lake Attersee

Salzkammergut Austria http://www.attersee.at
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

Lake Attersee

Reviewed By Gautam_Meetu - New Delhi, India

It's a huge 25 kms long lake with great views of the mountains and one can just walk around or swim in the lake. Views are breathtaking.

9. Walking Trails

Mayrhofen Austria +43 4352 856760 http://maps.mayrhofen.at
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4.5 based on 256 reviews

Walking Trails

Reviewed By SusanneNZ2017 - Auckland, New Zealand

I have been visiting Mayrhofen Summer and Winter since 1980’s. The walking trails are brilliant. Easy to follow, regular stopping places to admire the view, different levels of ability. It is fun catching the bus to Branberg then walking back down along the Zillertal valley.

10. Red Bull Hangar-7

Wilhelm-Spazier-Strasse 7A, Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 2197 [email protected] http://www.hangar-7.com
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4.5 based on 1,892 reviews

Red Bull Hangar-7

Red Bull Hangar-7 Hangar-7 at Salzburg Airport is a unique building which houses the historical Flying Bulls aircraft fleet and a collection of Formula 1 race cars. Hangar-7 also offers space for art exhibitions. And with its Restaurant Ikarus, two bars, an Outdoor Lounge and one café, it is not just an events location, but a meeting point for art lovers and bons vivants, too.

Reviewed By AlexP198 - Salzburg, Austria

This is a great collection of ready to fly helicopters and planes, plus F1 cars, motor bikes and art! Great options for breakfast and lunch. Free parking and free entrance.

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