Travel Insurance for Austria

Austria, the central European country filled with snow and picturesque charm, makes for a perfect weekend getaway. Whether you're visiting its capital, Vienna, or for a week-long skiing expedition, you won't be at a loss for amazing things to do in this idyllic country.

Along with your guidebook, camera and passport, don't forget to pack your travel insurance! You might be tempted to skimp on this important aspect of your holiday when ,along with your passport, this is one of the most vital items to go on holiday with.

At Holiday Extras we adopt a hassle-free approach to travel and want to make the process of booking your insurance as straightforward as possible. When choosing us as your holiday insurance provider you don't have to worry about getting bogged down with dozens of different policies. You have a choice of either a single trip or an annual multi-trip policy, both with 4 levels of cover on offer: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum.

How to book online

To book online - or simply just to get a quote with your specific travel plans in mind - simply click below and bear in mind the following bits of information:

Location: Where are you going?

Dates: When will you be going, and how long for?

Money: The total cost of your holiday (including travel)

Health: Any pre-existing medical conditions?

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How long can I stay in Austria without a visa?

You can visit Austria without a visa as long as you have a UK passport. You can stay in Austria without alternate arrangements for 3 months.

What documents do I need to travel to Austria?

You will only need your passport to gain entry to Austria. UK Emergency Travel documents are also accepted for entry and exit to Austria. However, you should always travel with your European Health Insurance Card in case you need emergency medical care and take out comprehensive travel insurance before you leave.

Top 5 things in Austria

1. Skiing

From Solden to St Anton am Arlberg, Austria is made for ski resorts. Picturesque villages and intermediate mountains fit for all the family, make Austria the perfect environment for winter skiing from January to March.

2. The Belvedere Museum

The Belvedere is a stately baroque palace with beautifully landscaped gardens. What's more, the Belvedere is home to the world's largest collection of Klimt paintings, the most famous of which is 'The Kiss'.

3. Vienna State Opera

Famous as a film location, the Vienna State Opera House is celebrating its 150th year in 2018/19. This makes it the perfect time to experience its majesty with one of its soaring performances.

4. Lake Wolfgang

For a romantic honeymoon location, this 10.5 kilometre lake is nestled between Salzburg and Upper Austria, making it one of the most Instagram-worthy water features in Central Europe.

5. Sigmund Freud Museum

To discover where psychology began and see the homes in which Freud wrote his famous theories, some of which are the basis for psychology today, the Sigmund Freud Museum is an intimate look at one of the great minds of the early 20th century.