Explore Vienna's Highlights with a Private Walking Tour
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Discover Vienna’s most iconic sights on a private walking tour led by an expert guide. Starting outside the historic Opera House, you'll stroll through charming streets and lively squares, soaking in the city’s rich history and stunning architecture.
Visit landmarks like the Hofburg Palace, the Lipizzaner horse stables at Josefsplatz, and the bustling Graben and Kohlmarkt streets. Your guide will share stories about Vienna’s influence on European culture, making the experience both educational and engaging.
The tour wraps up at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, where you'll get a ticket to ascend the North Tower. From there, enjoy breathtaking views of Vienna’s skyline—an unforgettable way to see the city from above.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Vienna highlights walking tour?
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, children aged 3 and up are welcome. Infants 0-2 can join, and the tour is wheelchair accessible.
What’s included in the tour?
The tour includes a private guide, tickets for the North Tower elevator (unguided), and visits to key sights like St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Hofburg Palace, and more.
Do I need to tip the guide?
Tips and gratuities are not included and are at your discretion.
Can I customize the tour or skip certain stops?
This is a private tour, so your guide can tailor the experience to your preferences, but the itinerary follows the standard route.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- North tower with elevator access (unguided)
- Albertinaplatz
- Graben
- Kohlmarkt
- Opera House (outside)
- St. Stephen’s Cathedral (inside)
- Schweizerhof
- Walking tour of Vienna’s Highlights
- Michaelerplatz
- Stables of the Lipizzaner horses (outside)
- Private tour guide
- Hofburg to Heldenplatz
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Meet your knowledgeable English-speaking private guide outside the internationally renowned Opera House, marking the starting point of your walking tour. This 1870s structure hosts around 350 performances annually, making it one of the world’s top opera venues. From here, you’ll explore Vienna’s most famous sights.
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Stop 2
Stroll through Albertinaplatz, home to a museum showcasing Impressionist and modern art from Monet to Rothko. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of this central square.
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Stop 3
Your guide will lead you through Vienna’s charming streets and squares, revealing landmarks like the Lipizzaner horse stables at Josefsplatz, the Hofburg Palace, and Michaelerplatz. Learn about Vienna’s deep cultural roots and historical significance.
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Stop 4
Explore the Hofburg Palace complex, home to Austria’s imperial history. See the Schweizerhof and main façade, and learn about the palace’s role as a political and diplomatic hub for centuries. Today, parts of it still serve as government offices.
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Stop 5
Visit Michaelerplatz, a grand Baroque square leading to upscale shopping streets like Kohlmarkt, lined with luxury boutiques and jewelers.
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Stop 6
Walk along Graben, a lively street filled with shops and cafes. See the baroque marble 'plague column' from 1694, a monument commemorating the pestilence.
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Stop 7
End your tour inside St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a stunning Gothic and Romanesque church from the Middle Ages. The tour concludes with a ticket to ascend the North Tower for panoramic city views.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
At the intersection of Opernring and Kärntner Straße, in front of the Alban Berg Memorial (a curvy silver statue), on the east side of the Vienna State Opera main entrance.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day before
- 0% refund if cancelled within 24 hours
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From $264.56 per person
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