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Austria is an excellent country to discover with kids, offering so many family-friendly activities. The country is rich in history and culture, but what really stood out is how family-friendly it is—whether you’re exploring palaces, wandering through museums, hiking alpine trails or discovering some amazing playgrounds.
Whether you’re visiting in the summer for outdoor adventures or in the winter for festive markets and snowy landscapes, Austria offers unforgettable experiences that both kids and parents will love.

Statue of Emperor Joseph II on horseback in front of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. The grand museum building features ornate architecture with arched windows, sculptures, and a large central dome under a bright blue sky
hofburg Palace
Front view of the Upper Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria, featuring its baroque architecture with green copper rooftops and symmetrical windows. The palace is surrounded by meticulously designed formal gardens with colorful hedges and gravel pathways under an overcast sky.
Belvedere Palace

Language

The official language of Austria is German, but you’ll find that many people, especially in larger cities like Vienna and Salzburg, speak English—particularly in tourist areas, restaurants, and hotels.
Some common phrases are:
Hello – Hallo (HAH-loh)
Thank you – Danke (DAHN-kuh)
Please – Bitte (BIH-tuh)
Do you speak English? – Sprechen Sie Englisch? (SPREH-khen zee ENG-lish?)

currency

The currency used throughout Austria is the euro (€).

Best Time to Visit

Summer is perfect for hiking in the Austrian Alps and exploring villages, while winter brings festive Christmas markets and skiing. Spring and fall offer mild weather and fewer crowds, making it easy to explore Vienna, Salzburg, and Austria’s natural beauty.

Statue of Emperor Joseph II on horseback in front of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. The grand museum building features ornate architecture with arched windows, sculptures, and a large central dome under a bright blue sky
At a glance

Our experience in Austria

Austria wasn’t high on my travel list at first—but wow, was I wrong. After visiting in both summer and winter, we can’t wait to go back and explore more.

Vienna quickly became one of our favourite cities. I’m not usually into music or history, but you can’t help but be awed by Vienna’s charm. We’ve visited twice and loved it both times. The Christmas markets are some of the best we’ve experienced (second only to Germany!), and the city is packed with activities for kids. Even the typical sightseeing spots have kid-friendly options—like Schönbrunn Palace with its children’s museum, Haus der Musik with interactive exhibits, and special kids’ concerts. Honestly, there are so many great museums for kids in Vienna, I’m planning a whole post on them!

Beyond Vienna, we explored Salzburg and drove through the Austrian Alps on our way to Slovenia. The Alps completely blew me away. The landscapes are stunning, and there are endless opportunities for outdoor adventures and hiking. You could easily spend a few weeks just exploring this region, and we’re already planning to go back to see more.

  • Transportation Tip – -The best way to explore Austria is by car. Renting a car gave us the freedom to visit different regions of the country at our own pace, especially through the Alps. We booked through Discover Cars, and it made our road trip through Austria easy and stress-free.

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