The 12 Best Fiaker Carriage Rides in Vienna

1.30-Minute Fiaker Ride in the Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 min Our pick

Set out by St. Stephen’s Cathedral or Michaelerplatz in a private two-horse Fiaker for a 30-minute Old Town circuit. An English- or German-speaking coachman points out the Hofburg, Ringstrasse, Maria Theresa monument, Parliament, and City Hall. Fiaker Paul is one named driver praised for warm service and photos.

“Very relaxing little ride round the city, very pleasant Guide, took our photos for us and pointed out places of interest, guide had limited English but that did not take away anything from our experience. When you have walked so much around the city it was a very welcome and relaxing break.”

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2.Secrets of the Fiaker & Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1h 30m · from $38

Meet the Fiakers at their Simmering stable, hear from guides such as Marco about the horses and the family business, then ride about an hour by carriage through St. Marx and along the Ringstraße to central Vienna. Breakfast at Falco’s is optional.

“I wish I could give this tour 10 stars. It is a must for all horse lovers visiting Vienna. Driving into Vienna in my own private carriage was the highlight of my trip! Excellent value for money and very informative as well.”

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3.Imperial Carriage Museum in Schönbrunn Palace Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1 day · from $14Best value

Follow the Habsburgs through their grand state coaches, traveling carriages, children’s vehicles, and Empress Elisabeth’s Sisi Trail. Your ticket covers the Imperial Carriage Museum at Schönbrunn Palace. An audio guide is available with selected bookings, but you must bring a printed voucher.

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4.Culinary Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 40 minutes - 1 hour

Settle into a weatherproof carriage for up to four, with sparkling wine, Austrian food options, and a private driver or butler. The 40-minute to one-hour route passes the Hofburg, Opera, Albertina, Burgtheater, and Spanish Riding School from Augustinerstraße 1.

“We had a magical experience, this is a beautiful city. We visited for the Christmas markets. It snowed which made it even more special. It would have been better with commentary.”

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5.Carriage Ride Through Schönbrunn Palace Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.6

Meet your English or German-speaking Fiaker in front of Schönbrunn Palace for a 30-minute private carriage ride through the gardens. See the Neptune and Obelisk fountains, Palm House, Orangerie, and Gloriette while hearing stories about Vienna and the palace.

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6.Skip the Line:Imperial Carriage Museum by Schönbrunn Kaiserliche Wagenburg Wien

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $14

Visit the Imperial Carriage Museum beside Schönbrunn Palace with an included mobile ticket and audio guide. See the baroque Imperial Coach, Habsburg children’s carriages, Napoleon’s carriage, and Sisi’s wedding coach, coronation coach, riding gear, funeral carriage, and personal mementos.

“The total range of displays. Well worth while spending an hr or more after walking the gardens just to get an idea of the grandeur of the inhabitants of the castle.I was surprised at the number of carriages on display,from the coronation coach to tha huge sombre funeral carriage.”

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7.Vienna Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride with Sparkling Wine and Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 minutes (approx.) Top rated

You and up to three companions ride through Vienna’s historic center for about 40 minutes, sharing Austrian sparkling wine, eight mini sandwiches, and eight petit fours. The route passes the Hofburg, City Hall, Heldenplatz, Graben, and other major sights, with guides such as Marco providing the commentary.

“The instructions and directions on were to meet for the horse carriage ride was not clear and the wrong phone number is on the booking site. Once that problem was cleared up and we took the carriage ride with wine and food it was nice. Was not impressed with the food but the sweets were good. The Butler on the carriage ride was nice but not very information on sights we were passing. The vendor relies on second and third party vendors which are unreliable and late. Recommend the normal carriage ride without the 100£ costs for cheap wine and treats”

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8.Vienna Horse-drawn Carriage Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Start at Vienna’s Fiaker stables for a guided look at the horses, harnesses, carriages, and coachmen’s daily work. Then ride about an hour through the 11th district, past Belvedere and along the Ringstraße, ending near Michaelerplatz or Stephansplatz. English is offered.

“The young man who gave the talk in both German and fluent English was really interesting and he welcomed questions, and as a lifelong horse lover I was fascinated. It was followed by an enjoyable drive back to the city centre. One of our fellow passengers conversed with our driver and kindly translated for us. The horses are very obviously very well cared for and certainly not overworked.”

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9.Mozart Concert with Dinner and Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · from $443

Begin with a four-course dinner and aperitif at Hotel Imperial, then meet a Mozart-costumed guide for a 20-minute carriage ride through Vienna’s old town. Finish with a best-category Vienna Mozart Orchestra concert, intermission drink, program, and CD. Concert venue options vary.

“The entire even was very well organized. Mozart costumes dressed guides were super. They made the entire event to flow very smoothly and everyone seemed to enjoy it. Thank you!”

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10.Grand Schoenbrunn Palace and Carriage Museum Tour Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $44

Spend about 2.5 hours with a guide such as Dace Schaerf at Schönbrunn Palace, its French-style gardens, and the Carriage Museum. A group of up to 10 gets priority palace entry, headsets, and time for the Great Gallery, Sisi’s carriages, fountains, ruins, and Gloriette views.

“The tour guide was excellent, had excellent knowledge of the palace and very good English and was easy to understand. Being in a small group was a bonus as we had easy access to our tour guide for questions, etc.”

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11.60 min. Imperial E-Carriage Sightseeing Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 hour (approx.)

Ride through central Vienna in a private imperial-style electric carriage for about an hour. Your driver-guide points out the Hofburg, Ringstrasse sights, Karlskirche, cafés, and memorials while you enjoy drinks. Ali and Payton have been praised by name, though the carriage’s open street setting can make commentary hard to hear.

“What a fun and unique experience! Something you don’t see a lot of. You can tell because everyone on the street takes your picture. Truly felt like a royal. Payton our driver was very very nice and knowledgeable.”

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12.Electric-Imperial Carriage Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4

You’ll spend 60 minutes in a private electric imperial carriage with a live guide, passing Hofburg Palace, the Opera, Karlskirche, Café Central, and more. Pickup is included from city-center hotels, with drinks and Wi-Fi on board.

“Excelente servicio, por parte de la empresa y del guía, muy amables, una experiencia única”

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