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Cruise Deals From Linz

Linz is a port of call on year-round Danube river cruises, with AMA Waterways, Avalon Waterways, and Viking River Cruises among the lines calling at this Austrian city near the Danube's Wachau Valley.

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About The Port Of Linz

Linz sits along a broad bend of the Danube in Upper Austria, its riverside old town anchored by a pastel-hued main square and a hilltop castle overlooking the water. Named a UNESCO City of Media Arts, the city blends this historic core with a modern creative streak seen in its galleries and design-forward public spaces along the so-called Cultural Mile. The old town lies within easy walking distance of the pier, making it simple to explore on foot.

Linz also serves as a practical gateway for day trips deeper into the region, with Salzburg's baroque splendor and the fairy-tale streets of Český Krumlov both reachable in a single day. Travelers can choose between guided walks through Linz's own historic lanes, a bike ride along the river, or a full-day excursion beyond the city, depending on how much time is at hand.

Pavlus Recommendations

How our planners would spend a day in Linz.

Ride the Pöstlingbergbahn

Board this steep vintage tram from the city center up to Pöstlingberg for sweeping Danube views and a pilgrimage church perched at the summit. The round trip takes about an hour and is an easy add-on before rejoining the old town.

Explore Ars Electronica Center

This interactive media-art museum on the riverbank anchors the Cultural Mile with hands-on exhibits on technology and digital creativity. A visit of an hour or two rounds out Linz's UNESCO media-arts reputation beyond the historic core.

Step Inside the Neuer Dom

Austria's largest cathedral, with soaring neo-Gothic spires and vivid stained glass, stands a short walk from the main square. Entry is free and quick, making it an easy stop between the riverfront and the old town lanes.

Last Minute Cruise Deals From Linz

DepartsCruise LineShipItineraryNightsFrom
Sep 20, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaSonata 10 $6,324
Sep 20, 2026 Viking River Cruises Viking Aegir 7 $3,549
Sep 20, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaSofia 7 $4,849
Sep 20, 2026 Viking River Cruises Viking Embla 7 $3,599
Sep 20, 2026 Uniworld S.S. Maria Theresa 7 $5,299
Sep 21, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaSonata 9 $6,649
Sep 21, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaReina 9 $5,459
Sep 21, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaVerde 7 $4,849
Sep 21, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaVerde 14 $8,199
Sep 22, 2026 Viking River Cruises Viking Vilhjalm 7 $5,499
Sep 22, 2026 Avalon Waterways Avalon Impression 7 $4,330
Sep 22, 2026 Viking River Cruises Viking Ingvi 7 $5,299
Sep 23, 2026 Avalon Waterways Avalon Visionary 7 $5,979
Sep 23, 2026 Avalon Waterways Avalon Tranquility II 7 $4,455
Sep 23, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaReina 7 $4,849
Sep 23, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaSonata 7 $5,349
Sep 23, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaLea 10 $6,624
Sep 24, 2026 Avalon Waterways Avalon Expression 5 $3,314
Sep 24, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaLea 9 $6,949
Sep 24, 2026 AMA Waterways AmaMagna 12 $8,184

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