Top Vienna Cultural Tours

Discover a highlight in Vienna's cultural calendar and enjoy an evening of beautiful music during this classical concert in St. Anne's Church. Take your seat and admire the building’s breathtaking architecture. When the orchestra starts up, listen as your favorite pieces of classical music come to life and marvel at the impressive acoustics. Hear classical pieces from Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, and Schubert from the talented string ensemble, and enjoy beautiful solos from performers of international renown.

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.

Celebrate Vienna’s heritage as the classical music capital of the world with a live performance of Mozart, Haydn and Antonio Vivaldi`s "The Four Seasons" in the world‐famous Musikverein in either the Brahms Hall or Golden Hall (depending on date of performance), both known for their excellent acoustics.

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. Please note that for travel dates Jan 13 - Feb 3, 2024 when Skywalk is closed, you'll visit Admont Abbey, one of the oldest monasteries in Austria, instead.

Explore the magnificent city of Vienna on this city tour by coach, including admission into the Schönbrunn Palace without waiting time. Pass major attractions like the Hofburg Palace, City Hall, and the Vienna State Opera as you drive along the famed Ringstrasse. Afterward, explore the lavish summer home of the Habsburg monarchs, the Schönbrunn Palace. Skip the line at the entrance and learn the rich stories of its residents as you stroll from room to room.

Soak up Austrian culture and cuisine with this package including a self-guided audio tour after the official closing time of Schönbrunn Palace, a 3-course dinner, and a classical concert. Explore Schönbrunn's ornate staterooms and guest apartments with an audio guide after the palace doors are closed to the public. Then, settle into a delicious 3-course dinner at a restaurant within walking distance of the Palace. Top off the evening with a concert at the Orangery Schönbrunn and enjoy live classical works from Mozart and Strauss.

Explore Salzburg's Mirabell Gardens and UNESCO-listed Old Town on this day trip from Vienna. Led by a local guide, 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. Your day trip concludes with transportation back to Vienna.

Ideally suited to first-time visitors to Vienna, this private, half-day walking tour gives an in-depth overview of the culturally-rich Austrian capital. Enrich your visit with informative background from your own personal guide as you cover landmarks like the Belveder garden-view and city panorama, the imperial palace of Hofburg, and the iconic cathedral at Stephansplatz, plus many more.

Explore Salzburg on this small-group day trip departing from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, relive your favorite scenes from ‘The Sound of Music’ as you pass iconic locations featured in the film. Discover the best of the lake region of Salzkammergut on a back-roads tour stopping at gorgeous Lake Attersee and St. Gilgen village. See Salzburg’s key sights, including Mirabell Palace and Mozart’s Birthplace on a walking tour of the Old Town. Learn about the city’s rich history from your guide and spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring independently.

Vienna is renowned for its UNESCO-listed monuments and magnificent palaces, but many travelers only get to see the highlights. On this tour, discover the city through the eyes of a Vienna local and enjoy a personalized itinerary custom-made for you. Your ‘Lokafyer’ guide is no typical tour guide—instead, they will show you around the city like a friend, take you to the neighborhoods that they know and love, and give you tips on where to eat, drink, and shop in the city.

Discover Hallstatt and its surrounding attractions on a full-day small-group tour from Vienna. Travel by private transportation and discover more points of interest in less time. Listen as your guide narrates the sights and make stops at filming locations for 'The Sound of Music' and more.  Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Hallstatt followed by free time to explore independently, before your comfortable return journey.

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.

On this specialty-themed walking tour, you’ll learn the ins and outs of two of Austria’s most prominent arts movements. Discover Vienna’s most popular Art Nouveau and Baroque landmarks, from the 18th-century church of Karlskirche to the elegant Otto Wagner metro station. Tours include skip-the-line access to the Upper Belvedere for a peek at Gustav Klimt’s “The Kiss.”

Get a true taste of the Austrian countryside on this day trip to the Wachau Valley from Vienna. Your guide leads the way through charming villages and scenic landscape, making stops at UNESCO-listed sites such as the medieval town of Dürnstein. Relax with an authentic lunch at a local wine tavern (own expense) and taste the region’s best wines in a small, intimate cellar. Between May and September, your day trip will also include a Danube River cruise between the villages of Spitz and Melk.

Make the most out of your trip to Europe and visit another country when you take this day trip from Vienna to Budapest. When you arrive, take a coach tour through the Pest district and parts of Buda where you can see top attractions like the Parliament Building situated on the banks of the Danube River, Heroes' Square, and the Hungarian State Opera. Enjoy a short walking tour through Pest including St. Stephan’s Basilika and Liberty Place and enjoy free time to explore before heading back to Vienna.

This tour is an absolute must! The walking tour will initially take you through the historical center of Vienna. Let our experienced guides bring history back to life. Take a deeper look behind the monumental facades of this beautiful city! Vienna is full of hidden treasures, important artworks and incredible anecdotes around the Habsburg dynasty, musicians or artists – we will introduce you to our favorite secrets! See Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” the way the artist wanted it to be!  Some of the highlights of the tour • Albertina State Rooms • Lipizzan stables • Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” • Café Central • Freyung • National Theater • University - where the father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud, lectured and his favorite coffee house • Beethoven´s Pasqualatihaus

Spend a day discovering Austria’s UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley on this trip along the Danube River from Vienna. Led by a local guide, pass the vineyards, abbeys, and forests of the countryside as you learn about the area’s rich history. Top off your day trip with a boat ride (summer only) to Melk along the Danube where you visit a Benedictine abbey overlooking the river, or an Austrian meal in a local restaurant (winter only). Your excursion concludes with transportation back to Vienna.

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.

Soak up 360-degree views of Vienna’s top attractions with a 24 or 48 hours hop-on hop-off ticket on a double-decker Big Bus. Pass Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Belvedere, and more. Enjoy the view along with access to two sightseeing routes, audio commentary on board, free Wi-Fi, and a guided walking tour. See this vibrant city at your own pace, hopping on and off at any of the stops.

Get more out of your time in Vienna by going on an action-packed day trip to Budapest. You’ll have a hassle-free day as round-trip transportation is included. Once you arrive in Budapest, a guide will take you on a tour of the most important city sites, so you won’t need to navigate. Highlights include views from Gellért Hill, Fisherman’s Bastion, the Hungarian Parliament, Heroes’ Square, and St. Stephen's Basilica.

Discover the Vienna Woods on a half-day guided tour. Led by an expert guide, visit the Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz, constructed in 1133. There you'll see the burial place of the Babenbergs, the oldest ruling dynasty in Austria. Next stop is Hinterbrühl lake grotto, where you'll take a boat trip on the largest underground lake in Europe. Then, journey back to your original departure point, spotting Liechtenstein Castle on the way.

Austria is thick with charming and historic sights, but getting around by public transport can be time-consuming. With this day trip, save hours with a private driver and visit three top attractions in a single day. Set off from Vienna and head to Melk to visit its abbey and old town. Then continue on to Salzburg before capping off your day with a stop in the picturesque lakeside village of Hallstatt.

Schönbrunn Palace is one of Vienna’s top attractions, but its long lines and vast size can be overwhelming. Zip past the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and take in the UNESCO-listed palace and garden in just hours with this guided tour. Learn about the Habsburg dynasty and the history and architecture of their dazzling Rococo summer residence as you admire its highlights with a dedicated guide.