Top Vienna Historical Tours - page 3

Visit the mountainous Salzkammergut region and the village of Hallstatt, on this day trip from Vienna. Take a guided walking tour of Hallstatt and admire the cluster of 16th-century houses and learn about the development of the village. In the summer months, go on a boat tour across Lake Hallstatt, and in the winter, visit the Ossuary of Hallstatt in St. Michael's Chapel to admire the unusual collection of over 600 artistically painted skulls.

The Hofburg Imperial Palace is one of the most impressive sights in Vienna, but its long lines to enter and vast size can be daunting. Zip past the crowds and take in highlights from the Imperial Apartments to the Sisi Museum in just hours with this guided tour. Learn about the history of Vienna and the Hapsburg dynasty as you explore the palace complex, including its gardens and museums.

How true to facts is The Empress? Find out on a private tour of the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments in Hofburg Palace. Choose one of our excelalent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Hofburg Palace (No Transfer) Discover the secrets of the Hofburg Imperial Palace! Visit the Sisi Museum and the Imperial Apartments with skip-the-line tickets. 2,5-hour: Hofburg Palace & Transfer Book an estimated 30-minute round-trip transfer and a 2-hour tour of the Hofburg Imperial Palace! Visit the Sisi Museum and the Imperial Apartments. 3-hour: Hofburg Palace & Treasury (No Transfer) Discover the secrets of the Hofburg Imperial Palace! Visit the Imperial Treasury, the Sisi Museum and the Imperial Apartments with skip-the-line tickets. 4-hour: Hofburg Palace, Treasury & Old Town (No Transfer) Discover the Hofburg Imperial Palace and Vienna's Old Town! Visit the Imperial Treasury, the Sisi Museum and the Imperial Apartments. See St Stephen's Cathedral.

Go beyond what meets the eye on this 3-hour tour of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, led by a historian guide. Together with your small group limited to six people, you'll explore around 40 of the palace’s most extravagant rooms. Gain a better understanding of the significance of the palace as your guide walks you through its history, and learn about royals such as Franz Joseph who have called it home. Plus, visit the room where Mozart once performed, and see a secretaire previously owned by Marie Antoinette.

Vienna may be the large capital city of Austria, and yet it’s possible to find vineyards and wine cellars within the city limits. See for yourself as you visit several exclusive wine cellars in the center of the city on this shared wine tour of Vienna. Learn about the city’s wine scene as you sample select wines and enjoy typical Viennese snacks. Places on this small-group tour are limited to 10 travelers.

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.  

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.

Go deep into Vienna’s rich history on a 3-hour, small-group walking tour with an expert guide. Start your tour in the former seat of the Habsburg Empire, and hear about the city’s kings, queens and revolutionaries. Spot architectural and historic landmarks as you explore a pair of vibrant shopping districts. Learn about Habsburg religion and ritual at a trio of extraordinary churches, and see traces left by waves of invading forces from Ottomans to Nazis. Take in Vienna’s highlights and enjoy unique historic insights on the capital city.

Explore Vienna with your own private guide by booking this walking tour for groups of up to 15 people. You’ll pass by St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Vienna State Opera, Heldenplatz, and the Hofburg Imperial Palace—to name a few—all with your guide by your side to provide narration and answer questions.

This well-planned day-tour to Salzburg enables you to maximize your time in Austria without feeling rushed. Comfortable transportation collects you from your Vienna hotel before heading to Mozart’s hometown. In addition to an organized tour with a private guide, you also enjoy free time to explore Salzburg at your own pace. After visiting Salzburg Cathedral, filming locations for 'The Sound of Music', and more, you return to your Vienna hotel.

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.

Classical music lover? Call in at Vienna’s House of Music and explore the city’s famous sound and music museum at your leisure. You’ll wander amid interactive displays and exhibitions to learn about acclaimed composers, musical instruments and more. It’s a fun trip for all the family.

Discover two of the Austrian capital’s top attractions in one day on this 3-hour Kunsthistorisches Museum and Imperial Treasury tour in Vienna. Visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna, widely considered home to one of the most important collections of European art in the world. Admire masterpieces from artists such as Pieter Bruegel the Elder alongside works by Durer, Rembrandt, Raphael, Rubens, Titian and Velázquez. Then, head to the Imperial Treasury of Vienna and discover the dazzling treasures of the House of Habsburg. Admire sparkling jewelry and see the Austrian imperial crown.

See Vienna by Segway on this 3-hour private sightseeing tour of the city. Led by a private guide, see top attractions including City Hall, the Ringstrasse and the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Since your tour is private, you can customize your route to best suit your interests, learning about the city’s history, architecture and culture as you go.

With so much magnetizing architecture, it can be hard to decide where to go in Vienna. Relax and leave itinerary planning to your private guide with this walking tour that hits all the most important cultural and historical sites, from St. Stephen's Cathedral and the catacombs to the old Jewish quarter. You'll see the city's main squares, including Rathausplatz, Heroes Square, and the Hofburg Imperial Palace.

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.

Salzburg, the capital of classical music and setting of ‘The Sound of Music’, is an integral stop on any Austrian itinerary. Travel to the sophisticated city and the Alpine lakes of St. Gilgen and Mondsee with ease on this 12-hour trip from Vienna. See the Salzburg Cathedral, St. Peter’s Abbey, and the Mozart Residence, before absorbing the striking Alpine landscapes of St. Gilgen and Mondsee. Pickup from central Vienna hotels is included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

See Vienna better with a private guide, on a tour just for you and your personal group. You’ll get a more intimate look at the Austrian capital’s acclaimed sights, with the freedom to chat and ask questions unselfconsciously as you explore. Old town landmarks like St. Stephen’s Cathedral are seen on the route, along with some of the city’s lesser-known sights that the tourists sometimes miss.

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.

Use the latest modern technology to travel back in time on this fascinating Vienna VR tour, with 360-degree 3D animations to bring the old town’s history to life. You’ll follow a route with an audio guide to connect the dots and stop in different locations to let the VR work its magic, giving you a fresh perspective on landmarks from St. Stephen’s Cathedral to the Vienna State Opera.

Discover the extensive art collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna with this private guided tour. The Kunsthistorisches Museum is the city’s foremost art history museum and features masterpieces by acclaimed artists including Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Caravaggio. Learn about the museum’s most celebrated paintings and sculptures by renowned masters, as well as its collections of ancient Greek and Egyptian art, from your guide as you visit. This tour has a maximum of five participants.

Discover comfortably and barrier-free the former summer residence of the Habsburgs and the majestic park of Schönbrunn Palace. Our day ticket gives you the opportunity to get on and off the Panoramabahn Schönbrunn as often as you like at a total of nine stops and explore the entire park area at your own pace.

The city of Vienna was the backdrop to many key episodes during the rise of Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich and the whole of World War II. Take a deep dive into the city’s 20th-century history from the Nazi leader’s youth to the post-war Allied occupation with a WWII historian. Explore the old town on foot as you take in war-related landmarks and memorials from Heldenplatz to the Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial.