Austria.
Flight from TLV
3h 34m
Best season
ינו–דצמ
Avg temp
15°
Currency
€ EUR · 1=₪3.52
Time zone
שעה אחת פחות מת״א
Language
גרמנית
Plug
C / F · 230V
Visa
אין צורך בוויזה לישראלים לשהייה קצרה של עד 90 יום בתקופת 180 יום; יש לבדוק מראש את דרישות הכניסה האירופיות העדכניות
Safety
בטוחה מאוד בדרך כלל; בערים ובאתרי סקי כדאי להיזהר מכייסות ולפעול לפי הנחיות מזג האוויר והמסלולים
Overview
🇦🇹Austria
🇦🇹Austria
Austria offers Israeli travelers several distinct holidays in one country: an elegant Vienna city break, a summer road trip through the Salzkammergut lakes and Tyrolean Alps, or a winter ski escape in Mayrhofen, Ischgl and Sölden. Travelers come for imperial palaces, coffeehouses, scenic roads, cable cars and clear alpine lakes, all wrapped in an exceptionally convenient family-friendly destination.
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Islands & sub-destinations in Austria
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Where to stay
Where to stay in Austria
Each area and who it suits best.
Innere Stadt, Vienna
A stay in classical Vienna, within walking distance of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg, elegant cafés and the Graben and Kohlmarkt shopping streets.
Leopoldstadt, Vienna
A green, convenient district by the Prater, with an active Jewish community, kosher restaurants and quick underground links to the center.
Neubau and Mariahilf, Vienna
Vienna’s creative side combines Mariahilfer Straße shopping, independent cafés, museums and bars around Spittelberg.
Salzburg Old Town
Baroque lanes, the Salzach River and Hohensalzburg Fortress create a romantic, convenient base for day trips into the lake district.
Zell am See
A lakeside resort with lifts to Schmittenhöhe, winter skiing and the lake-and-mountain combination Israelis love for summer hub-and-spoke trips.
Year-round weather
Year-round weather in Austria
Temperature averages
Real climate dataינו
5°
-1°
Cool
פבר
8°
1°
Cool
מרץ
13°
4°
Cool
אפר
16°
7°
Recommended
מאי
20°
10°
Recommended
יונ
26°
16°
Excellent
יול
28°
18°
Excellent
אוג
28°
17°
Excellent
ספט
23°
13°
Excellent
אוק
16°
9°
Recommended
נוב
9°
3°
Cool
דצמ
5°
1°
Cool
Most pleasant weather: יונ · יול · אוג · ספט
Peak season for Israelis (when everyone goes): ינו · פבר · מרץ · מאי · יונ · יול · אוג · ספט · דצמ
Based on a 3-year average · measured in Austria · Open-Meteo
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Measured in Austria
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Things to do
Things to do in Austria
On the map
Austria on one map
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Suggested plan
A perfect Austria itinerary
Day by day, so you can picture the whole trip.
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Day 1
Imperial Vienna
Begin at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, walk along Graben and Kohlmarkt, and explore the Hofburg complex. Continue to the State Opera and Ringstraße, then finish with a ride on the Prater Ferris wheel or an evening classical concert.
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Day 2
Schönbrunn, market and shopping
Spend the morning at Schönbrunn Palace, its gardens and the Gloriette viewpoint; families can add the zoo. In the afternoon, explore the Naschmarkt area and shop along Mariahilfer Straße, checking kosher certification separately for any food venue.
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Day 3
Wachau Valley
Travel by train or car to Melk, visit its striking Benedictine abbey and continue along the Danube through vineyards and villages. Walk through Dürnstein and climb to the castle ruins viewpoint; during the cruising season, add a boat segment between Melk and Krems.
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Day 4
Mozart’s Salzburg
Travel early to Salzburg and walk through Mirabell Gardens, across Makartsteg Bridge and along Getreidegasse to Cathedral Square. Take the funicular to Hohensalzburg Fortress for views over the rooftops and Alps, and stay overnight rather than turning the day into a rush.
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Day 5
Lakes and Alps
Drive into the Salzkammergut and choose a route through St. Gilgen, Wolfgangsee and Hallstatt; in summer, add a boat ride, swimming or a scenic cable car. If continuing to Zell am See, walk the lakeside promenade and ascend Schmittenhöhe; in winter, replace the boat outing with a properly planned ski day.
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Tel Aviv return flight
₪700-1,800 (peak: ₪2,500+)
Mid-range hotel night
₪500-900 (double room)
Restaurant meal
₪65-130 (per person)
Local beer
₪18-28
Cup of coffee
₪14-23
Short taxi ride
₪45-80
Rental car per day
₪180-350 (before fuel)
Daily budget per person
₪450-850 (excluding flight)
Good to know
Good to know before Austria
Getting around
From the airport
From Vienna Airport, a Railjet or S7 train reaches the center in about 20-30 minutes for roughly ₪18-25; the faster CAT to Wien Mitte takes 16 minutes and costs about ₪60-70. A taxi usually takes 25-40 minutes and costs around ₪150-220. For Salzburg, fly into Vienna and continue by direct or connecting train, typically 2.5-3 hours and about ₪90-260 when booked ahead.
Need a car?
You do not need a car in Vienna: the underground, trams and buses are efficient, while central parking is costly and inconvenient. A car is highly recommended for a family trip through the lakes, Salzkammergut, Tyrol or villages around Zell am See, but in winter confirm winter tires and be comfortable driving in snow.
Kosher & Jewish
Chabad / community
Vienna has Chabad centers and established Jewish community institutions, concentrated mainly in Leopoldstadt around Taborstraße, alongside synagogues, a mikveh and prayer services. This is the most practical area for travelers needing kosher food or services, and Shabbat meals should be arranged in advance. Salzburg and Alpine resorts may have seasonal or occasional Jewish activity, but do not assume a minyan or kosher meals will be available on every date.
Kosher food
Vienna has kosher restaurants, bakeries and grocery stores in Leopoldstadt, but opening hours and certification vary, so check before going. Outside Vienna, kosher-observant Israelis commonly stock up in the city, book an apartment with a kitchen and buy sealed supermarket products; vegetarian food or fish in a regular restaurant is not kosher without supervision. For Shabbat and holidays, reserve meals several days ahead rather than relying on walk-in availability.
Travel insurance
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Currency & rates
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₪3.52
100 EUR
₪351.8
1,000 EUR
₪3,518
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Visa & documents
Visa & documents for Austria 🇦🇹
What you need before you fly
- אין צורך בוויזה לישראלים לשהייה קצרה של עד 90 יום בתקופת 180 יום; יש לבדוק מראש את דרישות הכניסה האירופיות העדכניות
- Passport valid 6 months
- Travel insurance, leave details for a quote
Local tips
Good to know about Austria
- 🚆From Vienna Airport, take the S7 or Railjet into the city, as they are usually much cheaper than the CAT and add only a few minutes to the journey.
- 🚗When renting a car, confirm that the motorway Vignette is included, and remember that some tunnels and mountain passes charge an additional toll.
- 🛏️In Vienna, stay in Neubau near Mariahilfer Straße or in Leopoldstadt around Taborstraße, which offers easy access to the center and the city’s main concentration of kosher restaurants and services.
- 🛒Many supermarkets and shops close on Sundays, so buy food and supplies for Shabbat and Sunday by Friday, especially before heading into the lake districts.
- 🎟️Reserve timed entry for Schönbrunn Palace, the salt mines near Hallstatt and popular cable cars, because convenient slots sell out days ahead in summer and during holidays.
- 💳At restaurants, tell the server the final amount including a tip of about 5% to 10% before payment, and carry some cash for mountain huts and small family-run businesses.
מאיה רוזן
Senior agent · Greece for 12 years
"Austria gives me exactly the combination Israelis love: an elegant European city, turquoise lakes and mountains that look perfectly arranged for a photograph. The moment you ride Innsbruck’s Nordkette cable car and go from city streets to Alpine peaks in under half an hour still excites me every time."
Loves
My Vienna secret is taking bus 38A up to Kahlenberg, walking down through the Nussberg vineyards and staying for sunset over the city. It is an easy, beautiful outing that most visitors miss.
Skip
Do not visit Hallstatt in the middle of the day on a rushed stop, because the tour buses and crowds can hide the very village you came to see.
Boutique pick
I start early at Gosausee with a gentle lakeside walk facing the Dachstein Glacier, then continue to Hallstatt only in the afternoon as the tour groups begin to leave. We finish at a viewpoint above the lake or on a short boat ride, then stay overnight in the Salzkammergut rather than wasting hours driving back to Vienna.
Client stories
What returning travelers say about Austria
"We started at Schönbrunn Palace, had coffee by the Vienna State Opera and ended on a rooftop overlooking the city, making Austria feel effortlessly romantic from the first moment."
Noa and Ido
Couples’ weekend in Vienna
"The kids could not stop talking about the Eisriesenwelt ice cave and Abtenau’s alpine coaster, while we fell in love with driving between Austria’s lakes and villages."
The Cohen Family
Family trip around Salzburg
"We skied all day in St. Anton, went straight to après-ski at MooserWirt and danced into the night, which was exactly how we wanted to experience Austria with friends."
Ori, Daniel and Friends
Ski trip with friends
FAQ
Common questions about Austria
Do Israelis need a visa for Austria?
Israeli travelers do not need a visa for tourist visits to Austria of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, subject to Schengen entry requirements.
When is the best time to fly to Austria?
The best time to visit Austria is May to September for lakes, cities and hiking, December for Christmas markets, and January to March for skiing.
How many days are needed for a trip to Austria?
For a first trip to Austria, allow 7 to 10 days, with three days in Vienna followed by Salzburg, the lake district or Tyrol.
Are there direct flights from Israel to Austria, and how long do they take?
Direct flights operate from Tel Aviv to Vienna, and the flight to Austria usually takes about three hours and 40 minutes.
What is the best way to get around Austria?
Austria’s trains are excellent for travel between Vienna, Salzburg and Innsbruck, while a rental car is more convenient for alpine villages, lakes and hiking areas.
How much does a vacation in Austria cost?
A comfortable budget in Austria is around ₪650 to ₪1,000 per person per day excluding flights, including a good hotel, meals, transport and attractions.
Is Austria safe, and what attractions and nightlife does it offer?
Austria is very safe for travelers, with Vienna’s palaces and museums, swimming lakes such as Wolfgangsee, and lively bars and clubs around the Donaukanal and Gürtel.
Is Austria suitable for families and couples, and is kosher food available?
Austria suits families with the Prater, zoos and cable cars, as well as couples drawn to Vienna and Hallstatt, while Vienna offers kosher restaurants, Chabad centers and supermarkets carrying kosher products.