What to do and see in Vienna, Vienna Region: The Best City Tours

February 12, 2022 Weston Hennigan

In Vienna, the coffee house isn’t just a hangout: it’s an institution. Lingering over a newspaper with a pastry and a strong espresso drink is, according to UNESCO, officially a Viennese cultural pastime. Walk off your slice of Sachertorte with a self-guided tour of the city’s stunning traditional, Secessionist, and modern architecture, such as the Imperial Palace, the State Opera House, the Kirche am Steinhof, or the Kunsthistorisches Museum, an exercise in ornate geometry.
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1. Live virtual tour Vienna - Imperial Vienna - Hofburg Palace

The Hofburg, 1010 Vienna, Austria Virtually Vienna
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Vienna is an unique place in itself. With our expert guides we show you all the beautiful parts of Vienna and explain its history. You also get to ask questions in the Zoom call, so that it is a unique way of getting to know this beautiful place.

Inclusions: Interactive experience: Ask your certified guides any question.

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Reviewed By florenceguide

Verena, was a wonderful tour guide, very knowledgeable and the tour was very well organized full of beautiful images.. it was like being in Wien.. thank you !

2. Authentic Experience: When in Vienna, do as the Viennese do!

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This private, in-depth tour will show you all different aspects of Vienna, a fantastic city that has become one of Europe's most popular destinations. It gives you the opportunity to experience life through the eyes of a true Viennese! Hop on the underground train, take in the amazing sights of the city from the Giant Ferris Wheel, and breathe in the atmosphere of Vienna! Having provided a lot of private tours in the world’s cultural capital, we have learned how to entertain, amuse and target our guests’ interests and preferences. The tour is engaging, conversational, and filled with entertaining facts and discussions. Experience a personal adventure together with your friends, colleagues, or family. We take care of everything, all you have to do is to relax and enjoy your authentic journey through Vienna!

Inclusions: Experienced local licensed guide, Pick-up at your accommodation, Taste the traditional Wurst sausage and a have local beverage (beer/spritzer/soft drink), Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages, Transportation ticket for Vienna for 24 hours, Entry fee for the Schönbrunn palace and Giant Ferries Wheel

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By juliad306

Today we've been to the walking tour in Vienna city center with a very intelligent, smart and gentle guide name Lisa. Due to the upcoming lockdown (i guess) as a fact, we had individual tour, and enjoyed the city in our own rythm. Lisa is a very good teller with perfect English and profound knowledge of her subject, she's patient, friendly and with great sense of humor. She's got a pack of amuzing stories helping to vizualize the epoch. Lisa is a good guide for you. Thank you for the good job! Yulia, Sasha & Eva

3. Vienna City Classic Walk with a Small Group

Maria-Theresien-Platz, Burgring 5, 1010 Wien, Austria Dace Scharf - Vienna Tour Guide
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Vienna is home to a number of gorgeous landmarks, from the Hofburg Palace and Town Hall to the Austrian Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Discover these classical sights, as well as some of the city’s hidden gems, on this approximately 2,5-hour, walking tour. As you wander around the city center, your guide will regale you with stories about the city’s history, architecture, and the many famous residents who have called Vienna home.

Inclusions: Local certified english speaking tour guide, Vienna's historic centre walking tour. Tour duration is 2 - 2.5 hours

Exclusions: Food & drinks, Gratuities, Please keep in mind our tour does not visit the inside of any museum.

Reviewed By Jacques N

My wife and I booked this walking tour of Vienna based on the positive Trip Advisor reviews and we were not dissapointed. Dace was a friendly, attentive, knowledgeable and dedicated guide who new how to respond to the needs and points of interest of our small group.

4. Private Tour of Bratislava with Transport and Local Guide from Vienna

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Take this tour with the award winning supplier for „The Private Tour Company of the Year 2018“ and experience the beautiful Bratislava. This private tour will start with a pick up in your hotel in Vienna by our exclusive limousine, mercedes, or similar vehicle, and your driver will take you on a private tour to the Slovak capital - Bratislava. See all the highlights of this beautiful city and then get back to Vienna by boat, train, or again private transport.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up in Vienna, Private transport from Vienna, Local guide in Bratislava

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off/ only for the roundtrip option/, Boat transfer to Vienna / 30-35€/person, Private car transfer back to Vienna 100€/group, Train tickets back to Vienna from 12€/person, Food and drinks

Reviewed By vickibC8287RZ

Our tour guide Norbert was not only knowledgeable about the city & historic buildings in Vienna, but shared with us that he also restores paintings to their original glory. What talent! Seeing the Vienna through his eyes was fascinating. I especially enjoyed the rose garden at the Summer Palace.

5. Historical Hitler Walking Tour of Vienna

Albertinaplatz, 1010 Wien, Austria Good Vienna Tours
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This tour is done by a small team of 4 historians that want to make people aware of how fast things can change! Learn about the origins and early years of Hitler on a 2.5-hour walking tour of historic Vienna. On this tour, you will hear the History of Austria and Europe from 1900 until 1955. Alongside your guide, you'll find out the answer to the following questions: How did an Austrian postcard painter turn into the world’s most hated man? Where could Hitler and Stalin have met? Plus, you'll see the scars of World War II and visit the only synagogue to survive the Holocaust. Take a deeper look into the darkest days of Vienna’s history.

Inclusions: Licensed and knowledgeable guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities for the guide (optional), Food and drinks

Reviewed By juliad306

Today we've been to the walking tour in Vienna city center with a very intelligent, smart and gentle guide name Lisa. Due to the upcoming lockdown (i guess) as a fact, we had individual tour, and enjoyed the city in our own rythm. Lisa is a very good teller with perfect English and profound knowledge of her subject, she's patient, friendly and with great sense of humor. She's got a pack of amuzing stories helping to vizualize the epoch. Lisa is a good guide for you. Thank you for the good job! Yulia, Sasha & Eva

6. Private Tour: Vienna Inner City Highlights

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The perfect half-day tour for first-time visitors, this sightseeing experience in Vienna’s center is led by a private guide for a personal experience. The 3.5-hour tour visits three of Vienna's most important attractions: Belvedere Palace, the Ring and Heldenplatz, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Weather permitting, there will be a surprise "rooftop view" portion of the tour, and a snack break at a traditional Viennese café or a tucked-away beer garden to keep you refreshed as you traverse Austria's capital city. Public transport and food are at your own expense.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Public transport to/from attractions, Food and drinks, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By Camper38056700594

Walter was an excellent tour guide. Professional, Knowledgeable, and Courteous. Very organized tour with our driver, and walking. I would highly recommend this tour.

7. Private Guided Tour of Musical Vienna

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Enjoy this private tour of Vienna, which is also called "the city of music", as no other city in the world has such a high concentration of composers and musicians.

Inclusions: Professional guide with the musical background, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only)

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Reviewed By Kathy H

Luba is an excellent guide with good stories and interesting facts. She also gave good recommendations for the best gelato and restaurants after the tour.

8. Vienna Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of 'The Third Man'

Stadtpark, 1030 Vienna, Austria Vienna Sightseeing Tours Wiener Rundfahrten GmbH & Co.KG
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In 1949, Orson Welles made famous the role of Harry Lime in the British film noir, ‘The Third Man,’ written by novelist Graham Greene. On this city walking tour, explore Vienna's Old Town as you follow Harry’s footsteps to locations from the film. You’ll also see some of Vienna’s top sights such as Hotel Sacher as your expert guide takes you back more than 60 years to the fascinating time of post-WWII espionage. All the tours will be carried out in small groups with all the necessary COVID-19 health and safety measures.

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Please note, that it is NOT a sewer tour.

Reviewed By 302gis

The bus left on time, the tour guide was very informative and polite! The trip in Halstatt was well planned and the boat tour was a wonderful way to see the city in the most spectacular way possible! The bus was comfortable and the time off on the city by ourselves was a wonderful way to visit this small city in our own pace. It's a great way to visit Halstatt in a day trip with lots of background historical information on the city!!

9. Full-Day Vienna Private Tour from Prague

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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.

Inclusions: Private Tour Guide, Car/Van, Driver

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Reviewed By SueIngram

Virtual Video tour with Jan during Covid Lockdown, Excellent tour, very informative, interesting and knowledgeable guide. Thank you

10. Private Tour of Melk Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna

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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

Inclusions: Private driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle/ including all road tolls, parking fees etc.

Exclusions: Entrance fees, if any, Food and drinks, The tour will finish around 8pm, every additional hour will cost $31.75 USD (30€) to be paid directly to the driver

Reviewed By Kathy H

Luba is an excellent guide with good stories and interesting facts. She also gave good recommendations for the best gelato and restaurants after the tour.

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