Hallstatt Day Escape Alpine from Vienna to the Lakes

13 hours (approximately)

Take a breathtaking day trip from Vienna to the charming, lakeside village of Hallstatt. Along the way, stop for a photo at the iconic Melk Abbey before cruising through the spectacular Salzkammergut region, famed for its sparkling lakes and majestic mountains. Once in Hallstatt, enjoy 2.5 hours to explore this storybook village at your own pace—wander its cobbled streets, stroll along the lakeside, or simply soak in the stunning alpine scenery.

What's Included

Round-trip transportation in air-conditioned coach
Photo stop in Melk with a view of the famous abbey
Scenic drive through Salzkammergut region
2.5 hours of free time in Hallstatt to explore the town on your own
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Vienna State Opera

Meeting point is in the front of the Vienna State Opera (Staatsoper – Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna), at the HOP ON HOP OFF bus station Staatsoper. Travel information: reachable with the U1, U2 and U4 metro, please take the exit “Oper”. Look for a staff member wearing a yellow Vienna Sightseeing uniform.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Vienna State Opera, Opernring 2, 1010 Wien, Austria

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Enjoy 2,5 hours free time for lunch (not included) or a stroll around town to soak up the atmosphere of this tiny town. Discover the town’s rich 7,000-year-old heritage and learn about the salt mines that shaped its unique story.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hallstatt Lutheran Church

    Located directly in the centre of Hallstatt is the Evangelical Church, which was built as a house of prayer on the 30th October 1785.

  • 4
    Central Square Marktplatz

    One of the most beautiful sights in Hallstatt is certainly the market square of the UNESCO World Heritage town. Here the vacationer will find cozy cafes to relax, restaurants, a bar popular with young and old, hotels, and of course souvenirs.

  • 5

    Vienna State Opera, Opernring 2, 1010 Wien, Austria

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Hallstatter See

    Stroll along the lakeside promenade.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Vienna Sightseeing Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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