8 days in Budapest, Vienna & Salzburg Itinerary

Budapest is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, contemplate the long history of Széchenyi Thermal Bath, admire the striking features of Matthias Church, and pause for some photo ops at Shoes on the Danube Bank.

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In October in Budapest, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Vienna.

On the 14th (Sat), step into the grandiose world of Schonbrunn Palace and then hunt for treasures at Vienna Naschmarkt. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Hofburg, explore the world behind art at Belvedere Palace, then see the interesting displays at Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Stephen's Cathedral.

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You can drive from Budapest to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. October in Vienna sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Salzburg.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Hangar-7, get a taste of the local shopping with Getreidegasse, then take an in-depth tour of Mozarts Geburtshaus, then admire the landmark architecture of Mirabell Palace, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Cemetery of St. Sebastian (Friedhof St. Sebastian). On the 17th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: steep yourself in history at Salzburger Altstadt, then admire the landmark architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, then explore the historical opulence of Fortress Hohensalzburg, and finally explore the historical opulence of Schloss Hellbrunn.

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Traveling by car from Vienna to Salzburg takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In October, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 7°C.