Top Vienna Tours by Duration in 2026

Explore Vienna on a private 3-hour walking tour with your own private guide. Customize your itinerary with your private guide, and discover sights around Vienna’s old artisan district. Pass by the Jesuit Church and Basilisk House on Schönlaterngasse; learn about Mozart’s connections to St Stephen's Cathedral; and take in views over the city from the rooftops. Stop at the Judenplatz and the Holocaust Memorial, then stroll around the University and City Hall — a part of Vienna that retains characteristics from previous centuries.

Get an insider’s look at Vienna’s neighborhoods, historic landmarks, and culture on a small-group tour with a guide. In an intimate group capped at just 15 people, you’ll catch all the stories about life in the city as you discover Vienna’s tucked-away alleyways, elegant boulevards and monuments. Hear about the royal Habsburg dynasty and the Heroes’ Square legends, and learn about Vienna’s wartime history at the Memorial Against War and Fascism.

Explore Vienna’s attraction-rich Inner City (Innere Stadt) on this private tour, done by foot or public transport (own expense). After a hotel pickup, or a meet-up at your preferred location, you’ll pass Vienna’s historic sites, hearing their stories as you go. The Soviet Monument, Karlsplatz, Vienna State Opera, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral are among the key landmarks, along with some locally loved cafes and neighborhoods.

Spend a day experiencing the Hungarian capital of Budapest on this private day tour from Vienna. Travel to Budapest, starting your day trip with a guided tour of the city center to see attractions such as the Parliament, Chain Bridge, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Follow that tour with free time to independently explore the city. Places on this private tour are limited to seven passengers.

Delve into the architectural treasure trove of Schönbrunn Palace on a private 3-hour tour from Vienna.  Alongside your guide, you’ll explore extravagantly decorated chambers while learning of the palace’s history. Marvel at the Porcelain Room — a golden tableau modeled on porcelain china — and absorb the splendor of the Millions Room, adorned with priceless Rococo frames and wall hangings. See, too, the Franz-Joseph and Elisabeth Apartments and the beautiful Schönbrunn Gardens. On this private tour, you’ll receive undivided attention from your guide.

Despite being a city built on water, few visitors really get out onto Vienna's waterways. This small-group tour takes you along the only guided paddling route in the city, so that you see a different side to Vienna and discover some hidden gems as you explore.

Experience the art, architecture, and atmosphere of Vienna stress-free on a private tour by car. The efficient and comfortable excursion is perfect if you’re short on time, tired of crowds, or simply want to give your feet a break. See the Vienna State Opera, Belvedere Palace, and more all from the comfort of your window seat. Feel free to pause the tour at anytime to get out for a closer look.

Whether you are a local or a tourist, you can experience Vienna in a whole new way by bike. The metropolis is ideal for bike tours, because its well-developed bike path network offers ideal conditions for sightseeing on two wheels. Our trained local guides will show you the most famous sights of the capital in the most authentic way during a 3-hour tour. On this tour you will get a deep cultural insight into the history of the development and development of Vienna. Before you start, you will receive a suitable bike and a bottle of water for the tour.

Check off two countries in one day as you venture beyond Vienna and journey to Budapest, the capital of neighboring Hungary. A local guide gives you the inside scoop on the city as you explore the area around Castle Hill, Buda Castle, and Fisherman's Bastion, before continuing to Market Hall, Vaci Street, and St. Stephen's Basilica. Free time to shop rounds off the experience, before a comfortable ride back to your hotel in Vienna—no need to tackle the route yourself.

Bratislava makes a wonderful day trip from Vienna, but beating the language barrier to book travel independently is a challenge. On this tour, reach Bratislava in comfort by air-conditioned coach—with pickup and drop-off at your Vienna hotel included. Visit top attractions such as Grassalkovich Palace and St. Michael's Tower, and find out what makes this ancient Slovakian city special.

Discover the Art Nouveau designs that weave through Vienna’s architecture with a 3-hour tour of the city’s turn-of-the-century metro stations and buildings. Learn about the origins of iconic landmarks and the architects that created them; stroll from the pavilion at Karlsplatz to the historic Stadtpark station and Kettenbrücke station. Pause to take in the gilded dome of the Secession building, and learn the design philosophy behind a pair of apartment houses. Finish your walking tour by visiting two final stations, including a gem-like royal station built just for the Emperor.

This tour transports you back in time, to a series of locations throughout Vienna, illustrating the rich Jewish history nature of the Austrian capital. Stopping off at Volkertmarkt in the Second District, the Karmeliterviertel quarter and elsewhere, you will be offered a fascinating insight into the life of an ordinary Jewish family in Vienna over the years, as well as visits to the city center, home to not one but two well-regarded international Jewish museums. The tour also includes a host of famous monuments in Vienna depicting the tragedies that befell the Jewish population under the Fascist and Nazi regimes. The former Viennese station from where thousands of Jews were deported to concentration camps will also be a major stop on this tour. Another stop will be Vienna’s Central Cemetery, with its grand Jewish section just inside the main gate. (No entries planned)

Cross the border into the Czech Republic—and discover the scenic and historical city of Cesky Krumlov—on this seamless, full-day tour from Vienna. Meet at your local hotel in the morning, hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle, and travel with just a small group for company. You’ll go for an immersive sightseeing tour of the Bohemian city, will discover its UNESCO-listed city center, will see its 13th-century castle, and will enjoy free time to explore Cesky Krumlov independently before returning to Vienna.

Discover the highlights of Hallstatt and Salzburg in one day on this private guided tour from Vienna. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Vienna hotel or accommodations and travel by private vehicle. Highlights include Traunsee, Marktplatz, Hallstatt Skywalk, and Hallstatter See in Hallstatt, and Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart street, and the filming sites of the Sound of Music in Salzburg. Includes free time to explore on your own.

Visit the Hungarian capital of Budapest on a full-day private tour from Vienna. Take a car through the Austrian countryside and reach the bustling city of Budapest to see highlights like the Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square, Fisherman’s Bastion, and much more. Listen to informative commentary about the history of the city from your driver and either explore the city independently or choose the tour package with a guided tour included.

If you are looking for something extraordinary, have special needs and interests or would like to combine offers from our various tours, we would be happy to put together a special tour for you. We always have an open ear for your wishes and ideas!

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.

Get an insider’s introduction to the best boutiques and shops in Vienna on a walking tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll bypass the chain stores and shop for authentically crafted goods. Visit the historic Hotel Sacher, home of the famous Sacher cake, and wander through the Naschmarkt food market with plenty of tasting opportunities. Plus, admire Swarovski masterpieces and discover great deals along the main shopping street.

If The Sound of Music lives rent-free in your head, Salzburg is the day trip you’ve been waiting for. Discover the real-life movie magic at Mirabell Palace & Gardens, where the famous “Do-Re-Mi” scenes were filmed, then continue to Hellbrunn Palace for its playful grounds and legendary Trick Fountains. Stop at the stunning lakeside Leopoldskron Palace, a key Sound of Music filming location, for unforgettable photos. In Salzburg, enjoy a guided walk through the UNESCO Old Town—Getreidegasse, Mozart’s Birthplace area, elegant squares, and panoramic fortress views—then finish with free time to shop, taste Mozartkugeln, visit cafés, or explore at your own pace before returning to Vienna.

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!

Explore Salzburg's Mirabell Garden and UNESCO-listed Old Town on this seamless day trip from Vienna. Led by a local guide, you'll enjoy the stunning drive to Salzburg, winding through the Austrian Alps. Upon arriving, take a guided walking tour of Mozart's home town and visit the gardens of Mirabell Palace, as well as other top sights. Your day trip concludes with transportation back to Vienna.

Learn how Vienna got its title as "City of Music" on this private walking tour, with stops to listen to carefully selected pieces on headphones. Stroll past important sites in the lives of Beethoven, Mozart, and Haydn. You'll see Beethoven and Mozart's former homes, musical landmarks like the Vienna State Opera House and Vienna Musikverein, the palace where Beethoven taught the Archduke piano, and more.

There's no artist more associated with Vienna than Gustav Klimt. Get an in-depth understanding of his work on this private tour led by an art historian guide. Start at the Belvedere Palace, with The Kiss and Judith, masterworks from Klimt's Golden Period. Continue to the Secession to see his largest work, the Beethoven Frieze, and the Leopold Museum to examine Death and Life and take a look at some landscapes.

Explore Vienna's most famous boulevard, the Ringstrasse, on this tour with a small group. Follow your guide to stroll along the well-known road, listening to tales of its history, construction, and importance to Viennese city life. See important landmarks such as the Rathaus, the Vienna Opera House, the Museum of Art History, Todesco Palace, and more.