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Austria's standouts.
The 15 most popular things to do in Vienna. Schönbrunn and the Hofburg, concerts and museums, coffee houses and the old town, with prices and what each one is actually like.
Hear Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Vienna’s Karlskirche with Orchestra 1756 on period instruments. 75 minutes, $40, real historical sound.
“The whole thing was fantastic. The Church was amazing and the concert was great. We paid for allocated seating and would happily do this again on another visit.”
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.
“Excellent. Lots of “behind the scenes “ stories of the palace. Very enthusiastic guide. Beautiful palace”
Experience Genesis in Vienna’s Votive Church: a 30-minute 360° light-and-sound show with six acts, $25 tickets, and winter chill.
“The whole experience was brilliant.The lights and music was lovely. We were seated in the middle section and had a great view. Wrap up warm as its cold inside even though they have heat lamps”
Step inside Vienna’s Spanish Riding School in 55 minutes, touring Winter, Summer stables, and the Stallburg’s Renaissance heart with a guide.
“Sisi was a very good guide, interesting information, including the group with questions, and funny remarks.”
Hear Mozart, Haydn, and Vivaldi at Vienna’s Musikverein. 2 hours in the Golden or Brahms Hall for about $17 with easy ticket pickup.
“Although it wasn't easy to watch because of the balcony angle, the atmosphere and music was great.”
Vienna to Hallstatt day trip with Salzkammergut UNESCO scenery, Schloss Ort photo stop, and optional lake boat ride when Skywalk is closed.
“We had a very nice day! Our guide, Sophia was very helpful and polite. The driver was also very good! Hallstatt was so beautiful!”
Skip-the-line access to Hofburg’s Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments, then stroll Heldenplatz and Burggarten with expert guide.
“Our guide was very friendly and funny. We understood that he is very passionate for his job. He was very knowledgeable and gave us some tips to enjoy the city to its fullest.”
Skip the line at Schönbrunn with a licensed guide, a 22-room partner highlights route, and formal gardens plus Gloriette viewpoints.
“Such an interesting tour! The guide was excellent and struck a great balance between talking about the palace's history and including anecdotes and jokes. Any art or history enthusiast will have a great time!”
A 2-hour Mozart-and-Strauss concert at Vienna’s Musikverein Golden Hall with period-costume musicians and opera stars, starting from $81.
“Very beautiful building, and wonderful music. Some seating was hard to see but overall a wonderful experience.”
A 2-hour Vienna city center walk with a licensed guide, coffeehouse stories, Hofburg and Spanish Riding School exteriors, and St. Stephen’s views.
“This was such a wonderful tour - we got lucky with the weather and the group was small enough that we could chat a little bit in between stops! Wolfgang was awesome! It is difficult to hold other's attention for over 2h but he did it marvelously - so many stories, jokes, insights, and he…”
Hear a one-hour string ensemble concert in Vienna’s St. Peter’s vaults, with music by Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, Schubert, Beethoven, and more.
“Lovely performance from 4 talented young musicians. Great location too. Very enjoyable and thoroughly recommended.”
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.
“Thought it was great value for money and very informative Could perhaps run a little later.”
Lipizzans in Vienna: a live High School of Classical Horsemanship show in Hofburg’s baroque Winter Riding School.
Vienna Danube Canal cruise from Schwedenplatz with onboard screens and optional Wiener Schnitzel lunch. Relaxing 75 minutes, good value.
“Great activity! We didn’t book the lunch but still had the option to order on board if we changed our mind. Boat was decorated inside for Christmas, staff were very pleasant and food and drink prices were really reasonable. When we booked online, we were told our mobile ticket had to be exchanged at the…”
Step into 2000 years of Vienna in an hour: Roman Vindobona, imperial courts, VR music history, a WWII shelter, and 5D effects.
“A fun tourist experience that takes you through the story of vienna. The effects are fun and well produced and it takes about an hour. Would recommend for anyone visiting the city.”
