Ultimate 3-Day Linz Itinerary: Best Things to Do & See

Start your trip at the Ars Electronica Center, Linz’s iconic “Museum of the Future” where interactive exhibits fuse art, technology, and society in engaging ways.

Ars Electronica Center

Wander through the historic Hauptplatz, one of Austria’s grandest squares, lined with pastel facades, cozy cafés, and the ornate Trinity Column at its center.

Hauptplatz

Dine at Promenadenhof, a beloved local restaurant offering traditional Upper Austrian cuisine in an atmospheric vaulted setting.

Promenadenhof

Begin at Lentos Kunstmuseum, a striking riverside gallery showcasing 20th and 21st-century masterpieces and contemporary Austrian art.

Lentos Kunstmuseum

Ride the historic Pöstlingbergbahn tram up to the fairy-tale hill of Pöstlingberg for panoramic city views and the whimsical Grottenbahn dragon train.

Pöstlingbergbahn

Unwind at the riverside Sandburg, a laid-back pop-up bar with deck chairs, sand between your toes, and sunset Danube views.

Sandburg

Browse the colorful stalls at Südbahnhofmarkt, Linz’s lively open-air market, for fresh regional produce, cheeses, and sweet pastries.

Südbahnhofmarkt

Explore Schlossmuseum, a Renaissance castle-turned-museum with fascinating exhibits on Linz’s past and sweeping terraces over the old town and Danube.

Schlossmuseum

For a sweet finale, sample the original Café Jindrak Linzer Torte, a legendary cake recipe dating back to the 17th century, in a charming, old-world patisserie.

Café Jindrak