AUSTRIA
Austria's standouts.
The 15 most popular things to do in Austria. Palace tickets, classical concerts, lake day trips and city tours, with what each one includes and what it costs.
Hear Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Vienna’s Karlskirche with Orchestra 1756 on period instruments. 75 minutes, $40, real historical sound.
“Amazing! this venue is perfect and the concert was fantastic.”
Watch Lipizzaner stallions train at Vienna’s Spanish Riding School in the baroque Winter Riding Academy, with classical music and expert guidance.
“Brilliant insight in to the training of the horses.”
Skip the line at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna with a licensed guide, audio device, and time in the gardens for a calm 2-hour visit.
“The guide had a good energy and used material to explain”
Experience Genesis in Vienna’s Votive Church: a 30-minute 360° light-and-sound show with six acts, $25 tickets, and winter chill.
“It was absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. Half an hour of mesmerising light show and music. Wrap up warm though as it did get cold.”
Step inside Vienna’s Spanish Riding School in 55 minutes, touring Winter, Summer stables, and the Stallburg’s Renaissance heart with a guide.
“My wife loves horses. This time fulfilled a childhood dream she will never forget.”
Hear Mozart, Haydn, and Vivaldi at Vienna’s Musikverein. 2 hours in the Golden or Brahms Hall for about $17 with easy ticket pickup.
“This was a wonderful experience and our first time attending a classical concert. We were in the Brahms Hall, which is not very large but has a warm, elegant atmosphere. The setting felt intimate and welcoming, making it an enjoyable introduction to classical music. Overall, it was a very pleasant and memorable evening.”
Vienna to Hallstatt day trip with Salzkammergut UNESCO scenery, Schloss Ort photo stop, and optional lake boat ride when Skywalk is closed.
“The trip was great Our tour guide Sofia was very helpful, she explained every single little thing that we came over, she was always in our disposal for answering our questions. We learned many things about the places we visited and she also made the trip a pleasant experience.”
See Sound of Music filming spots around Salzburg and the lake district by coach, with sing-alongs and guided photo stops plus Mondsee church time.
“This is the quintessential tour you simply must take when visiting Salzburg and you are a fan of the Sound of Music. We had such a great day and will take away a basket of memories and insights from the movie. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”
Skip-the-line access to Hofburg’s Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments, then stroll Heldenplatz and Burggarten with expert guide.
“We had an excellent walking tour and visit to the Sisi Museum, palace and gardens with Alex as our guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable and truly works from the heart. He gave us very useful tips that made our stay magical in Vienna. Alex treated everyone with respect and kept the tour engaging and informative.…”
Skip the line at Schönbrunn with a licensed guide, a 22-room partner highlights route, and formal gardens plus Gloriette viewpoints.
“The guide was amazing but so passionate and interesting”
A 2-hour Mozart-and-Strauss concert at Vienna’s Musikverein Golden Hall with period-costume musicians and opera stars, starting from $81.
“Didn't think I would enjoy it, but I was wrong. Fabulous building and acoustics. Thoroughly enjoyed the show, however the lower-priced seats have a severely restricted view, which is not mentioned when you buy the tickets.”
Salzburg Sound of Music tour with filming locations, songs on the bus, and lake-district views in 4 hours from $88.
“Really enjoyed the tour. Grew up watching this film and visiting various locations from the film made it more exciting. The visit to the Lake District finished the tour off well. We had an hour free in the village of Mondsee and there was a lovely little cafe to get food and drinks. Would recommend”
A 2-hour Vienna city center walk with a licensed guide, coffeehouse stories, Hofburg and Spanish Riding School exteriors, and St. Stephen’s views.
“The tour was informative and interesting. The group was small, so you can easily hear everything and ask your questions. I enjoyed! The guide was nice and active.”
Hear a one-hour string ensemble concert in Vienna’s St. Peter’s vaults, with music by Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, Schubert, Beethoven, and more.
“It was a beautiful, quant, and inspiring collection of songs performed by exceptional musicians. I would highly recommend this event. To hear classical music in an historic church in Vienna is a unique experience for most people. I loved every second of it. I have nothing but good things to say about it.”
Vienna hop-on hop-off bus tour with up to 4 routes, free Wi‑Fi, 19-language audio, and app walking stops for flexible sightseeing.
“The system was very well organized, and extremely pleasant to use.”
