Top Austria Crime Tours

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 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.

Delve into Vienna’s complex history during a 2.5-hour walking tour that uncovers the city’s ties to the Nazi regime and Hitler’s early life. Guided by a certified expert, this tour takes you through hidden alleys and quiet streets, revealing a lesser-known narrative of Austria’s past. Gain insight into the roots of antisemitism and the impact of Nazi terror on over 65,000 Austrian Jews. This reflective journey also highlights Austria’s ongoing efforts to confront and remember its historical atrocities, making it a thought-provoking experience for those interested in cultural heritage and memory.

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.

Join a private day tour from Vienna to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, one of the most important historical sites in Europe. Travel in comfort with your own driver-guide in a private luxury vehicle and expect a drive of about 4.5 hours each way through the Austrian and Polish countryside. On arrival, a professional guide will take you through Auschwitz I, where preserved barracks, prison blocks, and museum exhibitions provide insight into the daily lives, struggles, and resilience of prisoners. The tour continues to Birkenau, the vast extermination camp, where you will see the railway tracks, remains of wooden barracks, and the ruins of gas chambers and crematoria. This private tour allows for flexibility, privacy, and time for reflection, making it the most comfortable and meaningful way to visit the memorial from Vienna. Though it is a long day, travelers consistently describe this experience as deeply moving, unforgettable, and life-changing.

Learn about World War II and the Holocaust on a private tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp in Germany with private car transfers from Salzburg, Austria. See the first and one of the cruelest Nazi concentration camps. Highlights - Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp with the World War II History Guide - Learn about WWII, the Holocaust, and the Nazis - Hear authentic accounts of daily life, torture, and death in Dachau - Enjoy a private experience tailored to your needs and interests - Travel in comfort in a private car directly from your accommodation in Salzburg 7-hour: Dachau Concentration Camp Travel from Salzburg to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site in Germany for a 2-hour guided tour Discover the darkest chapter of German-Austrian history on a half-day tour of the Dachau Memorial from Salzburg, traveling by comfortable private car instead of coach & a Licensed Guide on a private tour to witness the horrors of World War II and the Holocaust

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.

There's more to Kaprun than meets the eye. This self-guided walking quest reveals the city's secrets through interactive puzzles, riddles, and stories delivered straight to your smartphone. Follow the trail from stop to stop, each one unlocking a new piece of the puzzle. It's sightseeing meets adventure — and it's completely at your pace. Available 24/7, this 1–2 hour private quest needs no reservation. Available in 5+ languages.

Admire the beautiful city of Vienna from the air on this exciting scenic flight. You’re guaranteed a window seat so you can get the best views of the modern city, the ancient buildings, the River Danube, and the Donau Auen, Europe’s largest wetlands. This is an ideal tour for couples or those wanting to celebrate a special occasion.

Much of Mauthausen still stands today — deliberately preserved. Travel from Salzburg to this profound WWII memorial and explore the site with an audio guide in 12 languages. Choose our excellent tour option tailored to your needs & interests. 6-H:Mauthausen Memorial Tour with Audio Guide Visit the Mauthausen Memorial & see the Stairs of Death, gas chamber, & exhibitions. Includes private transport with an English-speaking driver. An audio guide in 12 languages will be available throughout your visit. Your audio guide in 12 languages leads you through at your own pace. You will walk past the original camp walls, down to the granite quarry & the Stairs of Death, & through the permanent exhibition in the former infirmary — built around original objects, photographs, & recorded survivor testimonies. The preserved gas chamber & crematoria are still standing. The memorial park holds monuments from dozens of nations. It is a place that asks something of you, & gives a great deal in return.