EuroTripr | Austria

Austria is known for its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage and delicious cuisine. The country is home to the majestic Austrian Alps, beautiful lakes and forests and is famous for its delicious traditional dishes and world-renowned wines. With charming cities like Vienna and Salzburg, Austria offers a blend of natural beauty, rich culture and delicious cuisine, making it an ideal destination for travelers.

Austria is a country located in the heart of Europe, known for its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage and delicious cuisine. The country is home to the majestic Austrian Alps which offer a wide range of activities, including skiing, hiking and climbing. Visitors can also explore the beautiful lakes and forests that dot the countryside, or take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of the many thermal baths.

Austria's cities are also worth a visit, with Vienna being the cultural capital of the country, known for its grand palaces, museums, and opera houses. Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, is another popular destination, offering visitors a chance to explore the composer's life and work. Other cities like Graz, Linz, and Innsbruck also offer a wealth of cultural and historical attractions.

Austria is also famous for its delicious cuisine which features a mix of traditional and contemporary dishes. Visitors can indulge in hearty dishes like Wiener schnitzel, goulash, and knödel, as well as delicious pastries like Sachertorte and apple strudel. Austria is also known for its wine, with world-renowned regions like Wachau and Burgenland producing some of the best white wines in the world.

Overall, Austria is an ideal destination for travelers looking for a blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and delicious cuisine. With its picturesque landscapes, charming cities, and rich heritage, Austria is sure to delight visitors of all ages.

Current Active Cases: 13,806 🤮
Percent of Population: 0.15%

🎉 There are no COVID restrictions for Austria. 🎉

⚠️ One of three documents is required to enter the country - a negative PCR test no older than 72 hours, a vaccine certificate or proof of past infection.
⚠️ However, only proof of vaccination or past infection will be accepted to enter any type of accommodation, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, theatres and to use cable cars or ski lifts. A negative COVID-19 test will not be sufficient.
⚠️ If you are travelling from a country not on Austria’s safelist you will need to complete a pre-travel clearance form. You can find the full list of safe countries and regions.
⚠️ Austria is connected to the EU Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC), which allows restriction-free travel across all EU and EEA countries following proof of vaccination and a negative COVID test.
⚠️ A curfew is in place for restaurants from 10pm to 12am.
⚠️ Masks are required on public transport and in indoor spaces.

👉 View COVID restrictions at Austria.info

👉 View COVID restrictions at Re-open EU

Last updated Feb 20, 2022

COVID status and restrictions change frequently. Please be sure to research COVID restrictions for Austria on official channels to ensure you have accurate travel information before you plan your trip.

💵 Currency

Euro

🗣 Primary Language

German

🔌 Power

220V, Types C & F plug (2 round pins)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Population

8,917,000

⭐️ Capital City

Vienna

🗺 Land Area

32,386 sq. mi.

📍 Region

Western Europe

📆 Average Stay

3.31 days

💁‍♂️💵 Tipping

Yes (10%)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦📸 Tourists per Year

30,800,000

🕺🏻💃 Gender Ratio

🕺🏻 47% 💃 53%

👶 Median Age

43.5

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Population Density

283 / sq. mi.

🍻 Legal Drinking Age

🚬 Public Smoking

🚭No

🔫 Guns per capita

🔪 Murder Rate

0.61 / 100,000

🌧 Rainfall (average)

23.622 in.

📡 Internet Speed (average)

34.6 Mbps

🚕 Best Taxi App

Uber

💳 Cashless

40%

🚰 Tap Water

👍 Safe to Drink

💸 VAT Tax

20%

🇪🇺 In the EU

Yes

🛂 Shengen Country

Yes

🇬🇧 Speaks English

73%

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🎒💵 Cost per day - Backpacker

$52

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💵 Cost per day - Family

$160

🏠 Apartment (per night)

$60

🏨 Hotel (per night)

$102

🏠 Apartment (per week)

$600

🏠 Apartment (per month)

$2,000

🏨 Hotel (per week)

$1,400

🏨 Hotel (per month)

$5,000

🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per night)

$275

🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per week)

$2,000

🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per month)

$5,500

🛏 Hostel (per night)

$30

🛏 Hostel (per week)

$175

🛏 Hostel (per month)

$600

🛏 Accommodations

$90

🏠 Airbnb (per night)

$70

🏠 Airbnb (per week)

$425

🏠 Airbnb (per month)

$1,400

🍽 DInner (for 1)

$13

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍽 Dinner (family)

$70

🍲 Food

$39

🍔 Lunch (for 1)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍔 Lunch (family)

$30

🍳 Breakfast (for 1)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍳 Breakfast (family)

$27

☕️ Coffee

🥤 Coca Cola (0.3L)

🥪 Sandwich

🥖 Bread

🍿 Snacks

🍺 Beer (0.5L)

💧 Water (bottle)

🎟 Museum Entry

$13

💁‍♂️💵 Tips

🚎 Transportation

$35

🚕 Taxi Ride

$27

🚌 Bus Ride

$18

🚇 Subway Ride

$10

🦹‍♂️ Scams/Robbery

💵 Cost per day

$172

💰🤑 Cost per day - Luxury

$296

👨‍💻 Co-working

$15

🚙 Car Rental (per day)

$60

🚙 Car Rental (per week)

$350

🚙 Car Rental (per month)

$1,400

🍷 Wine (glass)

👨‍🦽 Accessibility

Good (4)

🧹 Clean

Clean (4.5)

🤗 Hospitality

Welcoming (4.5)

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