Top Austria Running Tours

Journey through the stunning scenery of the Bavarian Alps on this half-day tour of the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s former mountain retreat, from Salzburg. Led by an expert guide, pass Hellbrunn Castle and the Konigsee River Valley as you travel to Obersalzburg. After bypassing the crowds with a skip-the-line ticket, soak up incredible views from the top of the mountain. Your tour will conclude with transportation back across the border to Salzburg.

Acquire a new perspective on Vienna with a guided tour of the city's underworld. Travel underneath the city to discover the gloomy world that awaits. Walk around the hidden Vienna and learn about both the beautiful and ugly sides of the Viennese underground world. Beneath the city of Vienna lies a hidden network of corridors, shafts, cellars and subterranean buildings. Go on a journey to a parallel world and discover during the tour some relics from World War II like former air raid cellars and places of refuge for outcasts. Visit 2-3 private and non public accessible historical basements in the heart of Vienna, each of which will provide you a lot of unique insights and interesting stories of their former uses. Experience Vienna off the beaten track! The Viennese underworld is larger and more extensive than in other cities and holds a world of mysteries.

Explore the fourth largest city in Austria with a fun licensed tour guide. Immerse yourself in the thousand-year history and culture of Salzburg. Explore the world cultural heritage of Salzburg's old town in all its facets. Visit the most beautiful filming locations of Sound of Music, the highest-grossing music film of all time. Follow in Mozart's footsteps. Experience romantic medieval streets and monumental baroque architecture in a small space. Learn more about everyday life without computers, without mobile phones and without electricity. Highlights: The enchanting Mirabell Palace with its mysterious garden. The ancient Getreidegasse with its traditional guild signs. The bombastic university church. The view of the monumental baroque Salzburg Cathedral The view of the threatening Salzburg Fortress 100 meters above the city.

Roll up your sleeves for an Austrian cooking class in Salzburg, and create two of the country’s beloved desserts: apple strudel and the signature soufflé of Salzburger Nockerl. Under the guidance of a chef, stretch pastry and mix ingredients as you learn about the food and chat with the rest of the group. As a bonus, a hearty bowl of goulash soup is served before you eat your creations.

Learn about Vienna's history in a uniquely interactive way in 'Time Travel: The Vienna History Show'. Enjoy a mixture of video, audio, VR, animatronics and immersive environments in this experience. Explore Roman Camps to plague pits, and 'meet' the Habsburgs, Mozart, and more. Choose to tour the experience with a German-speaking guide or an audio guide in one of ten languages.

Experience two of Salzburg’s most popular tours in one easy day. Begin your day traveling through the Bavarian Mountains to visit the 450-year-old Berchtesgaden Salt Mines, which reflect Salzburg’s salt-trading past. Then, visit some of the memorable locations where “The Sound of Music” was filmed while soaking up the stunning scenery of the Salzkammergut. Fit more into a day and learn about Salzburg’s diverse history and culture.

Explore the enchanting city of Innsbruck on a private guided walking tour tailored just for you. This experience is perfect for first-time visitors, as you wander through the picturesque Old Town and encounter iconic landmarks such as the Golden Roof and the Imperial Palace. Your licensed local guide will share captivating stories about Innsbruck’s rich history while you take in the sights, including the Court Church and St. James Cathedral. The tour also features a visit to the Swarovski Gallery, highlighting stunning crystal artistry. Don't miss the chance to discover the best spot for hot chocolate in town. - Enjoy a private, flexible walking tour in Innsbruck's Old Town - Visit key landmarks like the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace - Experience the brilliance of the Swarovski Gallery - Personalized tour tailored to your interests and preferences

Vienna is particularly atmospheric during Advent. Historic squares, narrow alleyways and imperial architecture provide the backdrop for some of Europe’s most beautiful Christmas markets. This guided winter walk combines a visit to five different Christmas markets with a tour of Vienna’s historic old town. Each market has its own character – from the arts and crafts stalls on Spittelberg to the festive setting in front of Vienna City Hall and the traditional market on Freyung. Along the route, there’s the chance to sample winter specialities such as roasted chestnuts, mulled wine and Christmas biscuits. At the same time, the tour places the markets within the historical context of Vienna and its winter traditions. You’ll learn how the city developed from a Baroque imperial capital into a modern metropolis. The walk also offers an ideal way to find your bearings in the historic centre and ends near St Stephen’s Cathedral. Perfect for rounding off the evening on your own afterwards.

You will participate in a tour with a certified guide, you will discover the fascinating history of this city and the most interesting places, you will get to know the peculiar character of this city and its inhabitants, the Vienna of good food, Waltzers and cafes. I will introduce you to absolutely little-known aspects of the city, for example you will be surprised, among other things, to discover the importance that wine plays in the history, economy and culture of Vienna. We will walk together for two and a half hours while visiting the most important places of artistic and historical interest This tour is perfect for travelers who have little time to visit the city, but also for curious travelers who intend to start off on the right foot, getting the most important information first. Get all the important information that will allow you to explore the city on your own. Choose your languages. Other things to keep in mind. I ask you to be at the meeting place ten minutes before

Experience a tragic piece of World War II history with a day trip to Mauthausen Concentration Camp from Vienna. The former camp provides a clear view of the horrors perpetuated by Hitler during the war, and visitors can pay tribute to all the victims of the Nazi regime. Your guide (or audio guide if you prefer other languages) provides historical background on each site as you go. Round-trip transport from Vienna is included in the tour.

Spend a day discovering Austria’s UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley—and leave all the sightseeing logistics to someone else—on this trip along the Danube River from Vienna. Pass by vineyards, abbeys, and forests while learning about the area’s rich history from your guide. Come in the summer, and you can also take a boat cruise on the Danube to Melk.

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.

Discover the sites that are alive with the “Sound of Music” during a private Salzburg tour, dedicated to the musical. With a private guide, you’ll visit filming locations in Salzburg, plus other key sights like the von Trapp villa and the Mondsee wedding church. If living out your von Trapp dreams isn’t enough, the tour also includes a shared-group apple strudel cooking class, along with a warming goulash lunch.

This walking tour offers a structured introduction to Vienna and is ideal for gaining an initial overview of the city. Over the course of two hours, key sites in Vienna’s Old Town – including Heldenplatz, the Hofburg and St Stephen’s Cathedral – come together to form a coherent overall picture. The focus is not only on the sights themselves, but on the broader historical context behind the development of modern Vienna: socially, politically, dynastically and in terms of urban development. The tour is deliberately relaxed and clearly structured, taking place in a small group of no more than 12 participants. It is intended for those looking for more than a standard sightseeing tour – namely orientation, context and a deeper understanding of the city. After the tour, you will be better able to place Vienna historically, spatially and culturally. It also provides an ideal foundation for further exploration on your own, along with specific recommendations for the rest of your stay. The tour takes place in all weather conditions and regardless of the number of participants.

Enjoy a seamless way to discover Hallstatt and its surrounding attractions on a full-day, small-group tour from Vienna. Travel by private transportation and discover more points of interest in less time. You'll stop at the scenic Lake Attersee and Lake Mondsee, will stroll through the quaint village of St. Gilgen, and will enjoy a sightseeing tour of UNESCO-listed Hallstatt before your comfortable return journey.

What secrets are hidden in the MuseumsQuartier? Discover a public space full of ideas and inspiration on the overview tour of the art and cultural area. Did you know that the basalt panels of the mumok façade make a sound when tapped or that 2.35 million white dots cover the glass surface of the MQ Libelle like a shimmering net? Our guides will tell you more about the exciting history of how one of the world's largest cultural districts came about and its current significance as a melting pot for exchange, encounters and diversity. Let yourself be surprised in Vienna's largest living room - in a place that never stands still.

Experienced educator/secondary school teacher and N/Manny leads through his city. I have already led school classes through Vienna and knows exactly what interests children/young people. Since every child can of course be very individual or have different interests, this private "tour" can be tailored to their individual needs. The duration is also flexible. The focus is on fun and great experiences! Some words, sentences, and phrases can also be taught/learned in the local language! Parents can of course accompany the tour! The attractions listed are just examples and should be visited depending on interests.

This walk explores the origins of Vienna. The focus is not on the city’s famous façades, but on the structures and developments that shaped Vienna into the city we know today. It is ideal for anyone who already knows Vienna to some extent or would like to understand it more deeply. The tour traces the city’s early development: from the first settlements and medieval Vienna to the processes that laid the foundations for its later rise during the Baroque period. At selected locations, it becomes clear how political power, urban structures and social change evolved over the centuries. The walk is deliberately calm, focused and clearly structured, and takes place in a small group of no more than 12 participants. It is intended for visitors who are interested in the broader historical context, not just individual sights. After the tour, Vienna’s city centre becomes easier to read and interpret, its structures, historical turning points and long-term development. The tour takes place in all weather conditions and regardless of the number of participants.

Many guests see St. Stephen's cathedral plus or minus passing by. Some even take their time to shoot a quick pic from the inside, but few people dedicate themselves to this architectonic jewel, which also experienced big part of the city's history. Special about this tour, is the fact, that it is never the same. This is due to being able to talk about St. Stephen's cathedral also a whole day long. Therefore also viennese people get a very unique and individual tour.

Take advantage of a guide’s local knowledge to visit places around Vienna you wouldn’t find on your own on this small-group walking tour. Walk around Vienna’s historical center as your guide tells you stories of the city and shows you both the city’s main sights, but also hidden spots that only locals know, such as secret passages, secluded courtyards, and even hidden paintings. Places on this shared tour are limited to 10 participants.

Whether you call it football or soccer, make sure you get your fix of it when you’re on vacation in Vienna. You’ll meet for a 6- or 7-aside friendly match, playing on an artificial pitch at an exclusive sports center near the Donau River. No rough tackles or sliding—the emphasis is on just having fun.

Walk in the footsteps of Vienna’s Empress Sisi, and learn of the challenges she faced that have led to comparisons between her and Lady Diana. The tour takes you right through the impressive complex of the Hofburg and through the gardens to her memorial, and gives you all the lowdown on the myths and the real history behind the 19th-century empress.