For those who intend to travel during the winter months, the big cities have much to offer. Innsbruck, for example, has not only some incredible slopes for skiers, but also the beautiful Christmas market. Saalbach, which is just a two-hour drive away from Salzburg Airport, is a popular ski resort. In Austria car hire is a good option for visitors who want to avoid coach transfers and explore the resorts and cities at their own pace.
The summer months are, of course, a good time of year to visit Austria too. Salzburg is particularly popular with visitors due to is long association with classical music and famous composers such as Mozart, while Vienna is a firm favourite due to its spectacular architecture and wealth of museums.
However, if you have the time you can use your hire car for a trip down south to Graz, the second-largest city in the country. This historic city is home to the famous Clock Tower, from which there are amazing views of the surrounding area. There are also plenty of galleries, museums and shops. On the outskirts of Graz you'll find some beautiful vineyards and traditional wineries and most of them are just a twenty-minute drive from the centre.
