Top Austria Private Sightseeing Tours

Treat yourself to a private history tour in Vienna led by Jan, a local guide who’s passionate about the history of his city. You’ll delve into the past of both Austria and Vienna, almost forgetting that you’re learning as you listen to his historical commentary, delivered in fun and captivating fashion. Topics often cover the Habsburg dynasty and Vienna architecture, but the itinerary can be flexible to suit your interests.

UNESCO–listed Hallstatt and the Eagles’ Nest are widely considered among the Bavarian Alps’ top attractions, but organizing admission fees and transportation to visit independently takes time. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Salzburg hotel and reach both sites in one day by private vehicle. Explore Charnel House, Fuschl Castle, St. Gilgen Mozartplatz, and more with your guide, and enjoy panoramic views over the Bavarian and Austrian Alps.

With so much magnetizing architecture, it can be hard to decide where to go in Vienna. Relax and leave itinerary planning to your private guide with this walking tour that hits all the most important cultural and historical sites, from St. Stephen's Cathedral and the catacombs to the old Jewish quarter. You'll see the city's main squares, including Rathausplatz, Heroes Square, and the Hofburg Imperial Palace.

Take an express walking tour of Innsbruck with a private guide, and make the most of your time in the city. Perfect for time-crunched travelers, this 90-minute tour is led by a guide local to the Tyrol region, who gives the lowdown on all that you can see and do in the city.

In this art tour we will go through the collections of one of the most influential museums in the world and detail selected works by Titian, Rubens, Raphael, Velázquez, Belini, as well as look at the codes of beauty depicted in ancient Greek sculpture. This tour is suitable for those who are interested in the topic of human beauty and want to experience the collection in an unconventional and engaging way. Before the tour begins, I will offer you tests so that you can record your intuitive perceptions of beauty. Some of these tests are used by scientists to reveal the evolutionary assumptions of attractiveness. Afterwards, we'll go through the collections of one of the world's finest art museums to examine together images of goddesses and courtesans, historical figures and mythical heroines. Themes & Artworks: • Titian's "Diana and Сalypso" will give us some insight into the secret of the attraction of the little foot. • Tintoretto's "Susanna in the Bath" will tell us the basic principle of attraction for the flawless skin. • Peter Paul Rubens' "The Little Fur Coat" will comment on her attitude to the Body Positivity movement. • Ancient Egyptian sarcophagi will explain the popularity of push-up bras. • We'll look at the rules of the golden ratio in Greek sculpture, Dutch painting and in plastic surgery. On this tour of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, we will not only explore masterpieces of art, we will discuss the question of whether female and male attractiveness is purely a matter of taste or whether our ideas of beauty have an evolutionary basis. And we will also find examples where fashion and the pursuit of status have played a major role.

Admire the beauty of the Austrian countryside on this private 8-hour Salzburg Lake District and Hallstatt tour from Salzburg. Leave bustling Salzburg behind and travel into rural Austria with your private guide. Take the country roads to the village of Ebenau and discover the 17th-century Waschl Mill. Continue through Fuschl and enjoy fine views over Fuschl Castle and Lake Fuschl. Explore Wolfgang Lake and the villages of St Gilgen, St Wolfgang and Bad Ischl. See top attractions in Hallstatt including Charnel House and Hallstatt Museum, and explore at your leisure.

Get closer insights into the history and architecture of Belvedere Palace than would be possible alone with this private guide tour. In the company of just your party and a guide, explore the rooms of this important historical site, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture and the home of the National Art Gallery.

Home to one of the world's great art collections, as well as manicured geometric gardens, the Belvedere Palace could take days to explore independently. Navigate straight to the collection's highlights and hidden treasures, from medieval masterworks to Klimt classics, with a private guide just for your group. Your package includes skip-the-line tickets, freeing up additional time to tour the regal gardens.

Feel festive this Christmas season with a horse-drawn sleigh ride in a village near Schladming. Departing from Salzburg, this day trip ventures along the Salzach River Valley and travel up 3,281 feet (1,000 meters) to the Alpine mountain of Dachstein. Relax with lunch at a local inn before hopping on a sleigh ride to soak up the wintry scenery. Your excursion concludes at its original departure point.

Escape the city and marvel on this private 8-hour Bavarian Mountains tour from Salzburg. Travel along the Kingslake River Valley deep into the Bavarian Mountains with your private guide. Admire breathtaking views over Austria’s mighty Lake District from the top of Obersalzberg. Head off the tourist trail to Hinterbrand and enjoy a walk along the shore of Koenigssee Lake. Explore the pretty mountain town of Berchtesgaden during your free time, then return to Salzburg via a 450 year-old salt mine.

Discover many original filming locations from "The Sound of Music" on this full-day tour. Meet at Tourist Info Wien, Albertinaplatz, or upgrade for hotel pickup, and set off. En route to Salzburg, you’ll chart your way through the scenic Austrian Alps, with photo breaks at lakes Mondsee and Wolfgangsee. Upon arrival, see the Nonnberg Abbey; tour the gardens where “Do-Re-Mi” was shot; visit Hellbrunn Park, and more.

Grab your camera and set out to explore the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Salzkammergut on this full-day tour from Vienna. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Hallstatt village, stop at the elegant Ort Castle, and enjoy free time at Gmunden. Along the way, soak up the scenery as you journey through the mountains and lakes of the Austrian Alps.

With a dedicated guide, visit Hitler's mountain retreat, the Eagle's Nest, and enjoy views over the Alps. Stop by the glacial lake of Königsee, and walk over to the Malerwinkel viewpoint. Take a break in Berchtesgaden, a typical Bavarian town, where you can purchase lunch. This private tour ensures personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Salzburg included.

Explore Vienna’s attraction-rich Inner City (Innere Stadt) on this private tour, done by foot or public transport (own expense). After a hotel pickup, or a meet-up at your preferred location, you’ll pass Vienna’s historic sites, hearing their stories as you go. The Soviet Monument, Karlsplatz, Vienna State Opera, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral are among the key landmarks, along with some locally loved cafes and neighborhoods.

Make the most of your European travels, and visit an entirely different country, on this full-day, private tour of Budapest from Vienna. Meet your guide at your Vienna hotel, and set off in a comfortable vehicle; it’s roughly a 2.5-hour drive to the Hungarian capital. Upon arrival, explore top landmarks—like the Parliament Building, Fisherman’s Bastion, and St. Stephen’s Basilica—with your guide, and learn about the city’s history. Then, enjoy free time to shop and explore independently before tour’s end.

Take the opportunity while in Vienna to visit another impressive European capital on this private full-day tour to Prague. Travel to Prague and once there, enjoy a private guided tour of the city beginning at Prague Castle and ending at the Old Town Hall Astronomical Clock. Then, explore more of the city on your own before heading back to Vienna.

Experience the glories of the Austrian Lake District (Salzkammergut) including the UNESCO-listed Hallstatt region, on a 6-hour private tour from Salzburg. Venture past emerald Lake Fuschl and St. Gilgen, and call at the spa town of Bad Ischl. Then, enjoy free time to stroll, shop, and have lunch (own expense) in lakeside Hallstatt before admiring the Dachstein glacier from Lake Gosau. Price is per vehicle, and includes private transport and Salzburg hotel pickup and drop-off.

Embark on a journey through Innsbruck’s Old Town, where every corner reveals a story. From the majestic Landhausplatz to the mysterious Court Church, discover hidden gems and legendary landmarks that make Innsbruck a city of timeless charm. Tour is available in following language: English & German French & Italian Highlights: • Discover the highlights of Innsbruck's Old Town with a 5-Star Private Guide • Stroll through Landhausplatz and experience the vibrant energy of Innsbruck’s heart • Pass under the majestic Triumphpforte and see the elegant Annasäule • Admire the shimmering Golden Roof and explore the winding streets of Old Town • Learn about the rich history of Court Church, Hofburg Palace, and Dom St. Jakob Journey through Innsbruck’s Old Town on a private tour that uncovers the city’s most captivating stories and secrets. Perfect for history lovers and curious travellers alike, this experience brings Innsbruck’s vibrant past to life.

Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hallstatt from Salzburg on your own can mean crowded buses and rigid schedules—but this half-day private tour makes it easy. Travel comfortably into the Salzkammergut (Austrian Lake District) with your own guide, and customize the experience to suit you. Choose to visit a salt mine, explore waterfalls, or stroll along Lake Hallstatt, before returning, hassle-free, to Salzburg. Note that entry fees are extra.

Discover Vienna's grand and compact center in unique style when you prebook this private journey by vintage-style electric vehicle. See sights including the Hofburg Imperial Palace, the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Café Mozart, the Vienna State Opera House, the Albertina, the Spanish Riding School, and more, as you sip your included bottle of Prosecco.

Discover the extensive art collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna with this private guided tour. The Kunsthistorisches Museum is the city’s foremost art history museum and features masterpieces by acclaimed artists including Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Caravaggio. Learn about the museum’s most celebrated paintings and sculptures by renowned masters, as well as its collections of ancient Greek and Egyptian art, from your guide as you visit. This tour has a maximum of five participants.

Vienna’s Leopold Museum is home to one of Europe’s great collections of 20th-century art, but its vast size can be daunting. With this guided tour, focus on the most important works of modern Austrian art by masters like Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, and other Viennese Art Nouveau greats. Learn about their significance from your art historian guide and get an overview of the museum in just a few hours.

If you are looking for something extraordinary, have special needs and interests or would like to combine offers from our various tours, we would be happy to put together a special tour for you. We always have an open ear for your wishes and ideas!

Experience two countries on one vacation with a day trip to Slovakia from Austria. Skip the hassle of car rental and public transit, with private pickup and drop-off from your Vienna hotel. Discover the historic city center with a private guide, including stops at the parliament and Bratislava Castle. Later enjoy time to explore the area at your own pace, before relaxing on your way back to Vienna.