Things to Do in Villach, Austria

Villach is 87 miles southeast of Salzburg, located at the center of the Carinthian Lake District. The town is situated at the hub of major rail and motorway routes, making it easily accessible and a good base for exploring the area. You can also plan days trips further afield into Italy and Slovenia.
  1. Guided Tour

    • Villach's tourist office offers free guided tours through the Old Town every Friday morning. You can learn about the town's history, stroll along the banks of the River Drau and explore the hidden alleys and arcade squares dotted around the center.

      Tourismus

      A-9500 Villach

      Bahnhofstrasse 3

      Austria

      011-43-4242-205-2900

      villach.net

    Burg Landskron

    • Landskron Castle is a 16th century castle overlooking Villach. You can explore the castle grounds, dine in the castle's restauarant or watch an eagle flight show at the ornithological station. Medieval banquets in the castle can also be booked.

      Burg Landskron

      A-9523 Villach -- Landskron

      Austria

      011-43-4242-41563

      burg-landskron.at

    Museum der Stadt Villach

    • The town's museum is located in an old town house and you can explore the history, art and culture of Villach. The museum's Renaissance courtyard has a collection of Roman stones. Special exhibitions are displayed by the museum every summer.

      Museum der Stadt Villach

      Widmanngasse 38

      A-9500 Villach, Austria

      011-43-4242-205-3535

      villach.at

    Villacher Brauhof

    • The Villacher Brauhof is a traditional Carinthian Inn in the center of Villach where you can sample local cuisine washed down with Austrian wine and a choice of nine draft beers. Specialties include goulash with dumplings, pork and turkey schnitzel, veal and boiled ox. An outdoor dining area is available for warmer weather. The restaurant is open 11a.m. to midnight every day.

      Villacher Brauhof

      Bahnhofstraße 8

      9500 Villach, Austria

      011-43-4242-24222

      villacherbrauhof.net

    Alpengarten Villacher Alpe

    • Alpengarten Villacher Alpe are Alpine flower gardens located at Villacher Alpe/Dobratsch Mountain. Walk through the gardens and discover the flora of the Alps. During the summer, the Alpine flowers are in blossom and you will see rare plant specimens from the region.

      Verein Alpengarten Villacher Alpe

      Gerbergasse 33

      9500 Villach, Austria

      011-43-066-491-42953

      alpengarten-villach.net

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