Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Innere Stadt with imperial palaces and grand boulevards!

Discover Vienna's magnificent historic center (Innere Stadt), a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing 2,000 years of history! The Ringstrasse boulevard encircles the first district with grand buildings from Vienna's 19th-century golden age: Parliament, City Hall, Opera House, Museums, and Burgtheater. Walking tours explore St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom - Vienna's Gothic masterpiece), the Jewish Quarter with cobblestone streets, Spanish Riding School, imperial Hofburg Palace complex, elegant Kohlmarkt shopping street, and hidden courtyards. Learn about Habsburg emperors, Mozart's performances, Vienna's siege history, WWII scars, and modern Austrian life. Evening tours reveal illuminated monuments creating magical atmosphere. The compact historic center combines imperial grandeur with vibrant café culture!
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Join the original and longest-running pub crawl in Vienna, proudly going strong for over 8 years in the heart of the city’s party district, the Bermuda Dreieck. This is not just a night out — it’s a full-on experience designed to help you meet new people, explore the city’s top nightlife spots, and make unforgettable memories. Each night, our party guides create a route through 3-4 of Vienna’s best pubs and clubs, carefully chosen based on the vibe and energy of the night. You’ll enjoy free shots with drinks you purchase, exclusive drink deals, and fun icebreakers like beer pong and team chug. Some nights feature karaoke, dance-offs, or surprise games that take the party to the next level. Finish the night at one of Vienna’s top nightclubs with free entry to keep dancing ‘til early morning. Whether you're solo, with a partner, or travelling with friends, this crawl is the perfect way to dive into Vienna’s nightlife scene.

Get a thorough introduction to Vienna’s dynamic food and drink scene with a local showing you the best places to stop for all manner of sweet versus savoury. Walk through the Grätzls (neighbourhood) with your guide and discover their favourite, only locals know markets and get an insight into traditional Viennese coffee culture in some of our your guide’s most beloved coffee spots, discovering historic gems and locals only hotspots.

Discover Budapest from Vienna in one day with a small group in a friendly atmosphere. Informative expert driver-guides will show you major attractions, as well as hidden gems, of the Hungarian capital. Enjoy your free time in downtown Budapest after the sightseeing tour.

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Special feature : Boat trip and wine tasting in one tour. Discover the Wienerwald Tour from Vienna. Visits from outside Lichtenstein Castle, the underground lake and the wine bar. Enjoy a boat trip on the lake and taste local wine. Start your day with a visit (outside) to Lichtenstein Palace, the landmark of Vienna. Learn more about the history of the castle, which has been destroyed and rebuilt several times. Next you will drive to the underground lake, which is located on a private property. Take a boat trip on the lake and enjoy the views of the surrounding area. (Sometimes, for technical reasons, we may have to replace a visit to the underground lake with other attractions, such as a visit to the Schlosspark Laxenburg or Heiligenkreuz Abbey.) After the boat trip you will visit a local wine bar. Learn more about local wine production and sample some of the local wines.

Take a drive through the enchanting countryside of western Hungary on this guided coach tour to Budapest. A city rich in traditions, it is situated on the banks of the Danube, where you'll be given the opportunity to see the main sights of the city. All the tours will be carried out in small groups with all the necessary safety measures.

With your personal AI guide you aren't restricted to major landmarks and limited stories any more! Explore iconic sites like the Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna State Opera or any other popular or less known landmark, historical building or even piece of art. You can ask about literally anything which catches your eye: whole city district, hidden street corner, intriguing frescoes... Key Features for Your Holiday: Snap a photo of any ancient ruin, fountain, or masterpiece and instantly receive a fascinating story. It’s like having a historian in your pocket! Navigate seamlessly with map-based audio tours, giving you full flexibility. Choose a narrator persona—from an in-depth local guide to a fun, kid-friendly companion—to tailor the stories to your interests. Offline Ready: Download guides in advance so you never miss a story, even without Wi-Fi. 7 days premium subscription included. Available both for iPhones and Android smartphones

Take this tour with the award winning supplier for „The Private Tour Company of the Year 2018“ and experience the private tour of Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna

Get to know Vienna on your choice of a 3-hour, 4-hour or 6-hour private tour of the city! With an expert local guide at your side, discover the city’s rich history and culture while seeing showstoppers like Schönbrunn Palace, Hundertwasserhaus and the monuments of the Ringstrasse, like Vienna Rathaus. If you opt to book the 4-hour tour, enjoy a walking tour of Vienna’s historical center, too; or alternatively, see all these sights and more on the 6-hour tour, which includes a trip to Belvedere Palace and the village of Grinzig!

Visit Hungarian capital Budapest, known as the Pearl of the Danube, on this private full day tour from Vienna. Get to know Budapest accompanied by our local guide and have free time to explore the city yourself, shop, lunch or take a Danube boat ride. This tour includes a visit to fortress Citadel which offers an opportunity for memorable panoramic photos of the city, the Danube and its bridges. Enjoy the travel in air-conditioned luxurious vehicle through Austrian and Hungarian country side. - hotel/accommodation pick up & drop off - private transport in air-conditioned luxurious vehicle - private tour guide in Budapest - approx. three hours of free time to explore the city - additional drive to panoramic spot Citadel overlooking the city

This tour will introduce you to some of Vienna's classic dishes. The walk through Vienna's historic first district leads to various Restaurants that offer authentic Viennese cuisine. Viennese native guides will lead you through the hidden byways of the old city. On the way we will stop at various establishments for food and refreshment. Experience not only the food but also Viennese wine, beer and Schnaps. Of course every place we visit also offers non-alcoholic alternatives. Mostly we will be visiting real "Beisls" where food is hearty and plenty. Fair warning: Viennese food tends to be on the heavy side. If you hope to lose weight while walking through the city, this tour is probably not for you. There will be no Schnitzel. We will be happy though to point out some good places if you are interested. The tour takes about three hours.

From the Middle Ages, the Jewish community in Vienna was one of Europe's largest. This 2.5-hour Jewish Vienna tour explores the tumultuous experiences of Vienna’s Jewish citizens through expulsion, genocide, and revival. Your historian guide will help you to discover the influential contributions of past intellectual and cultural icons and the fragile revitalization of Vienna’s Jewish community taking place today. We begin outside the Jewish City Temple before winding through the second district to the destroyed Leopoldstädter Temple. Visiting the Nestroyhof Theater with its stunning Art Nouveau exterior, once home to Yiddish-speaking ensembles, we reflect on brilliant leaders of Vienna’s intellectual, political, and economic spheres from the Jewish community: Sigmund Freud, Theodor Herzl, Karl Krauss, Franz Werfel, and Gustav Mahler. Learning of the victims and survivors of Nazi genocide, we visit destroyed Ashkenazi and Sephardic synagogues and the Judenplatz Holocaust memorial.

Being the former capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna has lots to offer. Our private tour guide will introduce you to the Old Town and together you will visit St. Stephen Cathedral, The Castle Hofburg, Kartner Strasse with its fabulous boutiques and the Museum District, the magnificent Vienna Opera, City Hall and the Parliament. Discover the impressive palaces of Schonbrunn as well as Belvedere. You can´t miss the modern architecture – Hundredwasser House. Try this private tour and explore this amazing city of the Emperor Franz Josef and his pretty wife Sisi.

Take a memorable, private Vienna full-day tour with the perfect guide from your hotel in Budapest. After a 3-hour journey from Budapest, arrive in the city center of Vienna. Admire the most important sights of Vienna such a the famous Ringstrasse, the City Park, the Parliament, the Burgtheater, the State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Natural History Museum, and City Hall. During the guided walking portion of your tour, learn about the most famous sights such as Kärtner Strasse – the main shopping street, the Stephansdom, the Museum quarter, and the Hofburg. During this walking city tour enjoy your lunch in a lovely restaurant in the center. After lunch (inclusive) there is free time for either shopping in the Mariahilfer Strasse, a visit to the Schönbrunn Palace, or exploring the Prater. The tour ends at your hotel in Budapest.

Walk in the footsteps of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, members of the Habsburg family, one of the most distinguished royal houses of Europe for 600 years, Ludwig van Beethoven, Adolf Hitler, and many more on this broad-reaching, informative and fun historical tour through the cobblestoned streets and alleys of Vienna’s inner city. This tour traces Vienna’s historical roots, from the Celts and Romans, to its modern day inhabitants, and brings its rich history to life! Stops include: • St. Stephen’s Cathedral • Vienna State Opera • Heldenplatz • Hofburg Imperial Palace • The Graben and Plague Column • Jewish Square • the Burggarten and Volksgarten and many more!
Explore Vienna's protected historic center with imperial architecture!
See magnificent boulevards lined with palaces, museums, and monuments.
All major sights within walking distance in the historic first district.
From Roman Vindobona to Habsburg empire to modern European capital.
Comprehensive walking tour of Innere Stadt covering major monuments.
Scenic tram ride along the grand boulevard with audio commentary.
Explore Judenplatz, synagogues, and Vienna's rich Jewish history.
Discover illuminated Vienna with lit-up monuments and romantic atmosphere.
Walking tours: 2-3 hours. Ringstrasse tram: 30 minutes. Comprehensive: 4 hours.
Marvel at Vienna's Gothic masterpiece with mosaic roof and tallest tower.
See Parliament, Opera House, City Hall, and museums along grand boulevard.
Explore the massive complex where Habsburg emperors lived and ruled.
Learn how emperors shaped Vienna into one of Europe's grandest capitals.
Discover secret passages, elegant courtyards, and local neighborhoods.
Start at St. Stephen's Cathedral (center of Vienna) and explore outward from there.
Climb St. Stephen's tower (343 steps) for best Vienna panorama - €6 entry.
Ringstrasse tram (lines 1, 2, D) offers cheap DIY tour - €2.40 single ride.
Free walking tours available (tip-based) but can be crowded - book private for quality.
Download Vienna city app for self-guided walking tour routes.
Best views: St. Stephen's tower, Gloriette at Schönbrunn, Prater Ferris wheel.
The "Blue Danube" river is actually brown - Canal is closer to historic center!
Allow full day to explore historic center properly - there's so much to see!
A: The Ringstrasse is a grand 5.3km boulevard encircling Vienna's historic center built 1857-1865 on former city walls. It features magnificent buildings: Parliament, City Hall, Opera House, Burgtheater, Museums, and University. It's one of Europe's finest boulevards!
A: Minimum 3-4 hours for highlights. Full day (6-8 hours) to explore properly including museums. Walking tours (2-3 hours) cover main sights efficiently. St. Stephen's Cathedral: 1 hour. Hofburg: 2-3 hours.
A: Very walkable! The Innere Stadt (first district) is compact - you can walk across in 20 minutes. All major sights within walking distance. Comfortable shoes essential for cobblestones. Trams available for Ringstrasse buildings.
A: St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom) is Vienna's most important church and iconic landmark. Gothic masterpiece with mosaic tile roof, 137m tower, and 800+ years of history. Free entry to main church, €6 to climb tower. Vienna's heart!
A: Yes! Vienna has 2,000+ years of history - guides bring it alive with stories of emperors, Mozart, and WWII. Choose private tours (€150-200) for quality or free tip-based tours (€10-20 tip) for budget option.
A: Early morning (8-10 AM) for photos without crowds. Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) perfect weather. Christmas markets (late Nov-Dec) magical! Summer busy but vibrant. Historic center beautiful year-round.
A: Vienna's Jewish Quarter (centered on Judenplatz) has medieval Jewish heritage and synagogues. Holocaust Memorial and Jewish Museum tell moving stories. Vienna had thriving Jewish community before WWII. Tours explore this important history.
A: Yes! 343 steps up the South Tower (€6) for spectacular Vienna panorama. Worth the climb! There's also an elevator to the North Tower (€6) with Pummerin bell. Views are stunning - highlight of many visits!
Magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and imperial heritage
Historic Hofburg and Habsburg history
World-class classical music and opera
Traditional coffee houses and Austrian cuisine
Beautiful Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture
Perfect blend of imperial grandeur and culture
Vienna enjoys a temperate continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Summers are warm (70-80°F/21-27°C), winters are cold (25-40°F/-4-4°C), and spring/fall offer pleasant temperatures.
April to May and September to October offer the best weather with mild temperatures, fewer crowds, and perfect conditions for sightseeing.
June to August brings peak tourist season with warm weather, larger crowds, and higher prices.
November to March offers lower prices and fewer crowds, though with cold weather and shorter days.
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Experience legendary Viennese coffee culture in historic cafés serving tradition since the 1700s!
Explore the Habsburg winter palace with imperial apartments and royal treasures!
Explore the magnificent Habsburg summer palace with baroque gardens and imperial grandeur!
Discover imperial history and breathtaking gardens with expertly guided tours of Vienna's magnificent Schönbrunn Palace.
Excellent public transportation with U-Bahn, trams, and buses. Walking is perfect for exploring the compact city center, and taxis are readily available.
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