Top Vienna Half-day Tours

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.

Explore the magnificent city of Vienna on this two-in-one tour, including a coach tour and skip-the-line admission to the Schonbrunn Palace. Pass major attractions like the Hofburg Palace, City Hall, and the Vienna State Opera as you drive along the famed Ringstrasse. Afterward, visit the lavish summer home of the Habsburg monarchs, Schonbrunn Palace, starting with a guided tour of the state rooms, followed by free time to explore independently.

Vienna is full of architectural details that are best explored on foot. Delve deeper into the rich history and culture of Austria’s capital on a walking tour that helps you get your bearings and appreciate a mix of highlights and hidden gems. Not only will you be able to connect with your guide for an insider’s perspective, but you’ll also take away plenty of tips for further exploration.

Leave the busy streets of Vienna behind and immerse yourself in the Weinviertel wine region on a small-group tour. Relax in comfortable and convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel as you take in the countryside scenery. Meet the owners of three local wineries and enjoy a total of up to 12 glasses of regional wine. After a traditional Austrian lunch or dinner (depedning on the time you've booked), unwind during the return journey to your accommodation.

Soak up 360° views of Vienna’s top attractions—and see the best of the city—with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket for a double-decker Big Bus. Pass Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Belvedere, and disembark whenever an attraction captures your attention. Enjoy flexible sightseeing on two different routes, plus audio commentary on board and free Wi-Fi.

Vienna’s magnificent Schonbrunn Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Austrian capital’s most visited attraction. Pre-booking skip-the-line entrance ensures you don’t waste time waiting to go in. Follow in the footsteps of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth on a guided tour through the palace, with personal headsets so you can hear your guide clearly, then enjoy free time to explore independently.

Discover the elegance, flavour, and Imperial charm of Austria’s capital on our Vienna Food Tour. Known for its grand palaces, iconic cafés, and timeless culinary traditions, Vienna blends refined imperial sophistication with local, soul-warming comfort food. This journey features iconic staples, from a classic Viennese open-faced sandwich and legendary schnitzel to a hearty, rich meat goulash. You'll also experience the city's famous "Wurstelstand" culture with an authentic Käsekrainer and enjoy local wine spritzers and Pfiff beer. The experience concludes with a deep dive into Vienna's legendary café culture. Indulge in a warm apple strudel and our latest addition: soft, homemade Buchtel (sweet yeast rolls). With your own local expert, you’ll explore authentic hidden spots and famous landmarks alike, experiencing the city through its most beloved dishes, a historic shop tasting, and a Secret Dish revealed only to you!

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.

Avoid the tourist traps and enjoy an authentic taste of Vienna on a small-group food tour that combines exploring the city's historic streets and elegant squares with sampling classic Viennese dishes and traditional desserts at carefully selected local eateries. As your explore, your local guide shares culinary stories and insights into local culture.

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.

Immerse yourself in Vienna's culinary riches—and let your guide lead you off the tourist trail and to highlights you would be unlikely to discover on your own—on this half-day, small-group tasting tour. As you explore on foot, you'll discover some of the city's top landmarks, from St. Stephen's Cathedral to the Brunnenmarkt. You can also look forward to trying everything from coffee, chocolate, and strudel to wurst and beyond.

From the Gothic spires of St. Stephen’s Cathedral in the heart of the Old Town to Mozart’s family home, Vienna is filled with unmissable attractions for anyone interested in history and cultural heritage—but with so much to see, getting oriented can feel overwhelming. Ideal for first-time visitors, this private tour covers the highlights in just a handful of hours, and includes skip-the-line admission tickets to lavish, UNESCO-listed Schonbrunn Palace.

Welcome traveler! This tour showcases the true beauty of Vienna, which can be seen in its many hidden passages and alleys, places that a visitor cannot find by himself when visiting a city for the first time. Apart from this we present Vienna to you not only from a perspective of a local but also from one of an artist! It is still good, old Vienna, but seen through different eyes. Because Vienna is a city made for artists! We have enough breaks in these 4 hours, the friendly local always asks you if you would need a coffee and cake break and you get plenty of recommendations throughout the walk for the rest of your stay! Lets explore Vienna and make it a memorable visit!

Cycle through the streets of Vienna on this bike tour that lets you cover more sights than you could on foot. Led by a local guide who saves you from having to stop to navigate, pedal past top attractions such as the Albertina, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Vienna State Opera, Stadtpark, and Heldenplatz. As you travel along bike paths and quieter streets, your guide will discuss the fascinating stories behind each landmark.

Getting around Vienna’s must-sees can mean lots of hopping between buses, trains, trams and cabs. Swap them for a single, chauffeured private vehicle on this customizable tour. Choose a departure time to suit you, follow an itinerary tailored to your interests and travel between attractions such as the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral with ease: admiring them from outside or heading inside independently. On route, your driver will share information about each sight for a well-rounded sightseeing experience.

Tourists often face the challenge of finding authentic culinary experiences amidst the overwhelming array of options in Vienna. This small-group food tour guides you to where authentic Austrian flavors shine. Explore traditional establishments, from savory street food to refined dishes, and immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant food culture. Engage with locals, learn about their culinary customs, and savor handcrafted specialties at each stop. This tour delivers a memorable journey through the aromas that define Austria’s rich food tradition.

Enjoy an only-in-Vienna night out with this regal, two-in-one package: Combine your visit to the UNESCO-listed Schoenbrunn Palace with tickets to a classical music concert, performed on-site in the Palace Orangery. Tour the palace at your own pace after the Palace opening hours, listening to a complimentary audio headset. Then, attend an orchestral performance of compositions by Mozart and Strauss in the same venue where Mozart himself performed in 1786.

Enjoy a change of scenery and visit the beautiful abbey at Klosterneuburg with this group e-bike tour from Vienna. Ride past major landmarks in the center of Vienna such as the State Opera and Heldenplatz and out along the Danube River to Klosterneuburg outside the city. Take a guided tour of the Klosterneuburg Abbey and finish with a tasting of local wines. Participants must be at least 12 years old and of legal drinking age for the wine tasting.

Take a quick sightseeing tour of Vienna riding around the city on e-bikes with a local guide. Ride through the center of Vienna, stopping at important landmarks such as Maria Theresien Square, Naschmarkt, Rathaus, and Café Central to take photos and learn a little about their history. This small-group tour is limited to two participants.

Cycle the streets of Vienna on a morning or afternoon tour of the city. Saddle up and follow your guide to the colorful Hundertwasserhaus and the iconic Ferris wheel at the Prater. Also pass top sites including the Hofburg Palace, City Hall, and the Opera House, learning about the city’s history as you go. After three hours of sightseeing and fresh air, your tour concludes at the original departure point.

Enjoy your day in Slovakia’s charming capital lies on the banks of the Danube River, and at just a short drive from Vienna, it’s easy to visit Bratislava on a half day trip. We guarantee this tour from as low as 2customers!

As a vineyard owner, winemaker, and a student of viticulture I can offer guests my unique experience and education. I will be able to show them up close and with hands-on experience what it takes to make wine from the soil to the bottling process. In addition, I am very close with the wine-making community in Krems which affords me the opportunity to create curated experiences for my guests. Lastly, in my 25-year career at IBM, I worked with colleagues and partners from more than 50 countries around the world, I have international experience with people of all types of backgrounds and cultures.

Walking tours are great but if you want to cover more ground in the same time while getting some exercise, you can't beat a cycle tour. On this private three-hour cycle tour of Vienna, you’ll learn the stories behind the famous tourist attractions. Cycle around the old city, along the Danube, through spacious parks, and stop for photos at viewing spots.