The 15 Best Tours in Vienna

1.Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert in Karlskirche

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1h 15m · from $40Our pick

Spend 75 minutes inside Vienna’s Karlskirche with Orchestra 1756, a period-instrument ensemble performing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Hear Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, plus changing works by Mozart, Bach, Biber, or other major composers. Arrive early, dress warmly, and pay extra for a closer seat if possible.

“The musicians were incredible and it was wonderful to see them perform so close to us. the lead violinist was truly wonderful, with such a light but powerful touch.”

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2.Skip-the-cashier-desk-line Giant Ferris Wheel Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1 day · from $17Best value

Ride Vienna’s famous Giant Ferris Wheel in Wiener Prater, rising almost 65 meters above the city. Your QR code takes you straight to the turnstile, followed by a smooth 12 to 15-minute ride and a small panorama museum visit. Go at sunset for the best light.

“it was super quick. the ride is short but its beautiful”

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3.Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2 hours · from $63

Meet your guide under the green umbrella at the Ehrenhof Fountain, then tour 22 Schönbrunn rooms with skip-the-line entry and an audio headset. Guides such as Lisa, Inga, and Rafael bring Habsburg court life to life with humor before you walk the gardens at your own pace.

“Great tour of the beautiful palace with excellent commentary from our lovely tour guide. Highly recommended.”

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4.Light of Creation Votive Church Immersive Light Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 30 min · from $25Top rated

Step inside Vienna’s Votive Church for Light of Creation, a seated 30-minute show in six acts. Projections trace Genesis from the birth of light to land, water, and life, while original music fills the church. Expect dramatic visuals, flashing sequences, and cold or hot conditions inside.

“Absolutely stunning show in an amazing church ..everything was perfect”

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5.Vienna Spanish Riding School Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 min · from $28

Spend 55 minutes with an English- or German-speaking guide at Vienna’s Spanish Riding School. Visit the Winter and Summer Riding Schools, the Stallburg stables, tack room, and Lipizzaner stallions. Guides such as Natasha, Sisi, and Lorelei are praised for clear explanations and lively answers.

“Lorelei, our guide was great- so enthusiastic! From photos I saw, I had thought we'd be far back from the stalls, but we were able to be up close and personal with the stallions - no photos or touching! But able to take photos of horses in their stalls from open air courtyard there. It was a wonderful experience- highly recommend!!”

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6.Classical Concert in the World-Famous Musikverein

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2 hours · from $17

Spend two hours at Vienna’s Musikverein, hearing Mozart and Haydn before Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Your concert takes place in the Golden Hall or Brahms Hall, with an Austrian string ensemble and soloists. Tickets start at $17, but seating and hall choice vary by date.

“Magical venue. Amazing performance. Altogether spectacular. Instructions as to where to fetch the tickets at the hall was erroneous and initially frustrating.”

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7.Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2h 30m · from $61

Spend 150 minutes exploring Hofburg Palace with a licensed guide, timed entry to the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments, and a walk through Heldenplatz, Burggarten, and the Spanish Riding School area. Guides such as Alex, Mario, Nicole, and Mirko are praised for lively storytelling.

“The tour guide was incredible, very knowledgeable, and very funny :D He made for a fantastic experience and everything was unforgettable. Highly recommend!”

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8.Hallstatt & Alpine Peaks Day Trip with Skywalk Lift

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · from $131

Travel from Vienna into the Salzkammergut for Schloss Ort, Hallstatt, and the mountain-view Skywalk. English-speaking guides such as Sofia, Lily, and Dasha are praised for clear local stories and helpful timing tips. Expect about 13 hours, long coach rides, and free time to explore Hallstatt independently.

“Sophia the tour guide was excellent. She made our day extra special. Especially for my Aunts 60th birthday, she went above and beyond. We will never forget this trip, it was beautiful. Would recommend to anyone who has a spare day in Vienna. Sophia even helped with some tourists spots in vienna and we completed these today!! What a star🤩”

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9.Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2h 30m · from $76

Spend 2.5 hours at Schönbrunn Palace with a licensed guide such as Alex, Mario, or Nicole. Timed entry covers 22 rooms, including areas unavailable on the standard individual route, followed by courtyards, gardens, fountains, and views toward the Gloriette.

“The lady was very polite and accommodating. I had checked out early from my hotel and only had a small 45 cm hand-carry bag with me. The cloakroom people kept it. which I really appreciated.”

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10.Guided Walking Tour of City Center Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2 hours · from $25

Walk Vienna’s Old Town with a licensed English or German guide. See the Hofburg exterior, Spanish Riding School, famous coffee houses, Blutgasse, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Guides such as Alex, Sandra, Wolfgang, and Stephan add history, humor, legends, and useful local context.

“Lukas was excellent! He shared many small and very interesting extras as well as all the highlights. I highly recommend the tour and Lucas.”

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11.Classic Ensemble Vienna in St. Peter’s Church Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1 hour · from $45

Spend one evening hour with the Classic Ensemble Vienna in St. Peter’s Church, a Baroque landmark built from 1701 to 1733. Expect a changing program of works by Vivaldi, Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Haydn, and Schubert, performed in the church’s atmospheric underground vaults.

“Beautiful location, excellent musicians, very reasonable price. Highly recommended.”

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12.Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour in 19 Languages

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1 - 3 days · from $41

Use Vienna’s largest hop-on hop-off network for 24, 48, or 72 hours. Ride four routes to Schönbrunn, Belvedere, the Prater, the Ring Road, and summer-only Grinzing, with audio in 19 languages, free Wi-Fi, GPS tracking, and a self-guided walking app.

“This is a good option for short stary in Vienna as you can comfortably explore the city on well organized routes.”

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13.Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School

Enter Vienna’s Baroque Winter Riding School for a 70-minute Standard Performance, a 1.5-hour Gala, or the 2-hour Tribute to Vienna. See Lipizzan stallions perform the High School of Classical Horsemanship to live classical Viennese music, with atmospheric lighting and live moderation.

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14.Mozart Concert at the Golden Hall

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · from $78

Spend two hours with the Vienna Mozart Orchestra in Vienna’s grand Musikverein, often in the Golden Hall. Expect Mozart overtures, arias, and duets, plus Strauss favorites such as The Blue Danube and Radetzky March, performed by costumed musicians, opera singers, soloists, and a spirited conductor.

“The concert was a combination of excellent music and great fun. The orchestra and singers were excellent, and the conductor even got the audience involved. Highly recommended.”

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15.City Cruise with Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 1h 15m · from $38

Sail a 75-minute loop from Schwedenplatz aboard the MS Wien, MS Blue Danube, or MS Vindobona. You’ll see modern landmarks, canal-side districts, and historic buildings while screens provide English and German information. Add a two-course lunch or freshly made Wiener Schnitzel onboard.

“The best strudel I have ever had with the vanilla Cream yummy all the way! I will always remember it fondly as part of my visit to Vienna thank you! 🙏”

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