Top Vienna Crime Tours in 2026

Discover centuries of crime in Vienna on a small-group walking tour. You'll hear more than a dozen terrible, but true, tales of monks, spies, and other Austrians who were both villains and victims in Vienna. Listen, as your guide points out landmarks linked to the terrible events not found in any guidebook. This tour is perfect for anyone who is a fan of true crime, history, and horror movies.

Let's examine the causes, timeline and consequences of WWI and WWII in Vienna. Learn about the assasination of Austrian archduke Franz Ferdinand, Adolf Hitler’s annexation of his homeland Austria, the Holocaust, the bombing of Vienna's Old Town, and more. Highlights: • Discover the traces of WWI and WWII in Vienna with a 5-Star Expert Guide • Examine the timeline, causes and consequences of WWI and WWII • Learn about Adolf Hitler, Ernst Kaltenbrunner, and other Austrian Nazis • See Hofburg, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and several WWII & Holocaust monuments • Enjoy guided history tour in your selected language Join our history-passionate Local Guide on the streets of Vienna’s Old Town to discover the traces of the First and Second World War in Austria, from the story of Franz Ferdinand’s assassination, through Hitler’s annexation of his homeland, to the bombing and liberation of Vienna. Learn about Austrofascism, Holocaust, and more. Witness the events of World War II in Vienna.

Gain a different perspective on Vienna and learn about its haunted heritage with this ghost-themed walking tour with a certified English speaking guide. Walk around to sites such as the Imperial Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Blood Alley, and more, while your guide fills you in on the legends and spooky stories that have shaped the city.

Have just a short time to explore Vienna? See the best of this grand, classical city in just a few hours on this time-saving, small-group walking tour. With an intimate group of just 15 people or fewer, you can look forward to discovering highlights such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace, the Austrian Parliament Building, and much more. As you go, learn about the history, culture, and famous residents of Vienna from your guide.

Discover a highlight of Vienna's cultural calendar and enjoy an evening of beautiful music during a classical concert in St. Anne's Church. Secure your tickets in advance, choose your preferred seating area, and get settled in this spectacularly ornamental venue with great acoustics. Listen to musicians from some of the city's top orchestras as they perform works by Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, or Schubert, all on period instruments.

Discover the streets on which a young Hitler walked during this walking tour of historic Vienna. As you explore Vienna’s ornate Old Town, learn about Adolf Hitler’s early life and visit Jewish architecture that survived the Holocaust. See the devastation caused by more than 100,000 WWII bombs and pay your respects to monuments dedicated to lives lost.

Vienna is known for its historic coffee house culture. Take a deep dive into the sweet side of the city by visiting some of the best Viennese bakeries, pastry shops, and cafes to indulge in delectable tastings with a guide. Learn more about Vienna’s luscious specialties—from traditional sweet and savory pastries to contemporary confections—and discover the best spots in the city to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Discover Vienna’s spectacular Christmas Markets on this action-packed walking tour. You won’t have to worry about navigating, as a guide will lead the way, and you’ll save time by visiting at least three markets in one evening. See Vienna’s top sites illuminated at night, and learn about Viennese Christmas traditions from your guide. Itineraries vary but potential markets you’ll visit include the Arts & Crafts Market at St. Charles’ Church, and the Old Vienna Christkindlmarkt at Freyung.

Take a meaningful private day trip from Vienna to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Travel in comfort with your own driver in a luxury vehicle and expect a drive of around 4.5 hours each way through the Austrian and Polish countryside. On arrival, a professional guide will lead you through Auschwitz I, where preserved barracks, prison blocks, and exhibitions reveal the daily realities of camp life. The visit continues at Auschwitz II–Birkenau, the larger extermination site, where you will see the railway tracks, remains of wooden barracks, and the haunting ruins of gas chambers and crematoria. This private tour allows you to travel at your own pace, reflect in silence, and experience the site with the dignity and privacy it deserves. Though it is a long day, the visit is deeply moving and unforgettable — offering powerful insight into one of the darkest chapters of history.