Top Austria Arts & Design in 2026

Explore the Hofburg Palace Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with these skip the line tickets to the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments at Hofburg. Discover the imperial apartments of Empress Elisabeth and Emperor Francis Josef, inside the palace, delve into the private bedrooms, salons and offices of Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife, Elisabeth ""Sisi"" of Bavaria and see the world-famous collection of Sisi’s personal items. Learn about the beloved empress "Sisi", the imperial House of Habsburg with audio guide. Discover the secrets of the Hofburg Palace Courtyards and Gardens, admire the numerous statues and fountains of Heldenplatz and Burggarten. This ticket includes audio guides and or tour descriptions in 13 languages depending on availability.

Save time with skip-the-line entry to Schönbrunn Palace and enjoy a guided tour of 22 imperial rooms and gardens with a licensed guide. This tour offers prebooked timed tickets for quick access and commentary in one language that covers the Habsburg history and legends of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Swarovski crystals during a visit to Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens. Make your way through the Chambers of Wonder and discover the Crystal Cloud, a display of over 800,000 hand-mounted crystals. Walk through the Garden of the Giant to view the unique art installations. Kids can run, play and climb in the outdoor playground before sitting down for a snack at the attraction's cafe and restaurant.

The Sigmund Freud Museum at Berggasse 19—where the legendary psychoanalyst once lived and worked—is one of the most popular attractions in Vienna, and is known to draw crowds. Avoid a long wait at the ticket office with prebooked entry. Along with admission tickets, a free audio guide available on any mobile phone teaches about Freud's life and work.

Explore the unique Museum Hundertwasser, a unique art collection housed in Kunst Haus Vienna. With this entrance ticket, take your time exploring the impressive work of Friedensreich Hundertwasser, one of the most important Viennese artists of the 20th century. Walk through the exhibits, which feature the largest collection in the world of his paintings, printed graphics, tapestries and architectural designs. This ticket includes entrance to the Museum, the temporary exhibitions and the garage.

Get up-close to famous figures of past and present with this entrance ticket to Madame Tussauds wax museum in Vienna. Come face-to-face with lifelike replicas of movie stars such as Angelina Jolie, Daniel Craig, and Robert Pattinson; meet old-time Hollywood idols like Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn; and gaze at royals, composers, politicians, and visionaries from Austria and the world over, including Napoleon, Mozart, the Empress Sisi, and more.

Treat yourself to a classical music concert in Vienna’s St. Peter’s Church. One of the city’s baroque beauties, the lavish church is a fitting venue for an evening of music in the heart of the city. Take a seat in the church vaults and immerse yourself in a program of music from renowned classical composers such as Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Schubert, and Beethoven.

Most "Sound of Music" fans can picture the film’s iconic settings, but don’t know where to find them in real life. This half-day trip takes you straight to the locations, allowing you to relive your favorite scenes from the musical without advance planning. Visit film sites around Salzburg, hear the need-to-know history of Salzburg’s top attractions, and visit nearby Mondsee to explore.

Step into the Upper Belvedere Palace and feel an instant sense of elegance as you walk through its grand entrance. The refined atmosphere, glowing artworks and views over Vienna create a moment you will want to hold onto. Many guests hope to see Klimt’s Kiss in a calm setting, and your direct entry helps you enjoy it before the rush. Move through bright galleries filled with masterpieces from Europe’s greatest artists. Each room feels exclusive, almost like a private world made for those who value art and culture. With every step, you sense why this palace is one of Vienna’s most desired places to visit. Your ticket gives you a smooth and elevated experience. If you want your trip to feel richer, this is your chance to enjoy the palace with confidence while others wait outside. Highlights • Direct entry to Upper Belvedere Palace • Access to the Klimt collection including The Kiss • Entry to permanent and temporary exhibitions • Beautiful palace rooms and landscaped views

Get guaranteed entry to one of Vienna’s most unique travel experiences with pre-booked admission tickets to Schmetterlinghaus Imperial Butterfly House. Step inside a colorful butterfly house, filled with exotic free-flying tropical butterflies. You’ll also get access to an on-site film room and the early 20th-century-designed Jugendstil Palm House, a classical-style greenhouse.

The Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien (Vienna Museum of Fine Arts) houses the Hapsburg dynasty's spectacular art collection. Skip past the ticket purchase lines and let your guide escort you straight to the highlights in a group no larger than 15. See works by Dürer, Rubens, Breugel, Vermeer, Raphael, Caravaggio, and more, as well as weird and wonderful delights from the Kunstkammer (Cabinet of Wonders). Upgrade for a private tour.

Make your Christmas or New Year one to remember with a classical music concert in the heart of Vienna. Taking place in St. Peter’s Church, the setting and acoustics make for a special location for an evening performance by the Classic Ensemble Vienna. Pieces of music composed by Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, and Beethoven make up the festive evening program.

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.

Discover Austria’s vibrant art scene in Graz, by going to Kunsthaus Graz Museum. You’ll skip long visitor lines, as your entrance ticket is included. Explore the museum in your own time, so you can stop and admire the artwork, rather than rushing through. Enjoy multiple contemporary art exhibitions in this Graz institution.

Austria’s Salzkammergut region is home to small lakeside towns worth exploring, but the drive from Vienna is not a short one. Book this Hallstatt and Alps Day Trip from Vienna with round-trip transport and ride worry-free to the area. This guided tour visits Seeschloss Ort castle out on Traunsee lake, Hallstatt, and its popular Hallstatt Skywalk. Hotel pickup from central Vienna is available for added convenience.

Fall into the worlds of Freud, Mozart, Beethoven, and other historical icons on a gamified self-navigated sightseeing tour around Vienna. Using your phone, you’ll follow clues to St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hofburg Palace, and some overlooked landmarks around the city. As the game is done at your own pace and can be paused at any time, you’re free to spend as much time as you like at each location.

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.

This private tour is the perfect pick for fans of “The Sound of Music”. Set off in an air-conditioned vehicle on a trip that saves time and helps you check off multiple filming locations. During the tour, the driver-guide makes sure you don’t miss any prime photo stops, and best of all, the trip is private, which means no time wasted waiting for other travelers.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is one of Innsbruck’s must-visit attractions, but its location outside of the city means you need to plan ahead. Save your precious vacation time by securing your entry ticket in advance along with a ticket for the shuttle bus. With the logistics organized in advance, you can focus on the crystal-themed attraction itself, which is part art gallery, part retail park. Gardens, hand-mounted crystal installations, and contemporary art beckon.

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.

Step into a world of imperial splendor and artistic genius on an exclusive guided tour of Vienna’s magnificent Belvedere Palace. Once the lavish summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy, this Baroque masterpiece now houses one of Europe’s finest art collections. Stroll through its UNESCO-listed halls, where marble staircases, frescoed ceilings, and gilded chandeliers evoke 18th-century grandeur. Outside, elegant gardens with fountains and sculptures offer breathtaking views of Vienna’s skyline. The palace’s crown jewel is Gustav Klimt’s "The Kiss," a golden masterpiece of love and passion. The collection also features works by Schiele, Kokoschka, Van Gogh, and Monet. History unfolds in the Grand Marble Hall, where the Austrian State Treaty was signed in 1955. Whether for art, history, or its romantic gardens, Belvedere Palace promises an unforgettable experience.

Discover Mozart’s life and legacy without the challenge of connecting historical sites, music, and biographical details on your own. At Mythos Mozart, immersive multimedia installations combine sound, light, and visual storytelling to bring his world to life in an engaging and accessible way. With a multilingual audio guide providing context throughout, it’s an easy way to gain a deeper appreciation of Vienna’s most famous composer beyond a traditional museum visit.

Mozart composed his first piece at five. A prince-archbishop built a palace for his secret mistress. And during a siege, Salzburgers repainted one bull over and over to trick an entire army. This audio walking tour takes you through such real stories behind Salzburg’s most beautiful streets. Starting at Mozart’s Residence, you’ll follow a carefully mapped route through baroque squares, medieval lanes, and Sound of Music filming locations – including the garden where "Do-Re-Mi" was shot and the stage where the Von Trapps performed their final concert. Along the way, hear about Europe’s oldest restaurant, visit a cemetery that inspired a Hollywood set, and discover why locals call themselves "bull washers." No schedules, no waiting for groups – just press play and walk. The app provides audio commentary, maps and photos at every stop. Available in 9 languages. Works offline. Start anytime and take as long as you like.