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To discover Vienna's wealth of history, all you need to do is set foot beyond your hotel. From its baroque palaces and vibrant art nouveau architecture to the scars left by World War II, the city’s rich and complex past is present at every turn. To learn more about Vienna’s unique heritage, here are your options for illuminating history tours.
Vienna’s Palaces and Churches
Distinctive for its baroque palaces, soaring churches, and other highly ornamental structures, elegant Vienna has the looks to match its history. Discover one of its most in-demand attractions when you tour the colossal, UNESCO-listed Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn), which once housed Habsburg emperors. With more than 1,400 rooms—plus companion gardens—the landmark is best explored over a period of several hours, if not more. Other itineraries will introduce you to the Hofburg Palace and the Belvedere complex (which actually comprises two separate palaces). Beyond the royal highlights, set off on a walking or cycling tour to see St. Stephen’s Basilica (Stephansdom) and other centrally located landmarks.
Artistic Vienna
Vienna is a haven for culture vultures and art lovers. One key creative destination is the sumptuous Vienna Art History Museum (Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien), where works by artists such as Cellini and Bruegel are on display; go on a guided tour to discover the collection highlights. If your sensibilities are more modern, venture to the Museum of Applied Arts (Museum für angewandte Kunst) to learn more about the Vienna Secession art movement, made famous by Gustav Klimt. Couple your museum explorations with a walking tour of the city’s art nouveau architecture.
World War II and Jewish-History Tours
World War II took a heavy toll on Vienna, and its legacy can still be witnessed across the city. History-themed walking tours discuss Adolf Hitler’s early life in the city and visit monuments to wartime victims, while Jewish-history tours explore the city’s Jewish Textile Quarter and the Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial. For an especially poignant and sobering experience, pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust during a full-day trip to the Mauthausen Concentration Camp.
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Melk Abbey and Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna
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Spend a day discovering Austria’s UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley on this trip along the Danube River from Vienna. Led by a local guide, pass the vineyards, abbeys, and forests of the countryside as you learn about the area’s rich history. Top off your day trip with a boat ride (summer only) to Melk along the Danube where you visit a Benedictine abbey overlooking the river or an Austrian meal in a local restaurant (winter only). Your excursion concludes with transportation back to Vienna.
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Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Guided Tour and Vienna Historical City Tour
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Explore the magnificent city of Vienna on this city tour by coach, including admission into the Schönbrunn Palace without waiting time. Pass major attractions like the Hofburg Palace, City Hall, and the Vienna State Opera as you drive along the famed Ringstrasse. Afterward, explore the lavish summer home of the Habsburg monarchs, the Schönbrunn Palace. Skip the line at the entrance and learn the rich stories of its residents as you stroll from room to room.
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Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna
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Get a true taste of the Austrian countryside on this day trip to the Wachau Valley from Vienna. Your guide leads the way through charming villages and scenic landscape, making stops at UNESCO-listed sites such as the medieval town of Dürnstein. Relax with an authentic lunch at a local wine tavern (own expense) and taste the region’s best wines in a small, intimate cellar. Between May and September, your day trip will also include a Danube River cruise between the villages of Spitz and Melk.
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Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna to Hallstatt
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Discover Hallstatt and its surrounding attractions on a full-day small-group tour from Vienna. Travel by private transportation and discover more points of interest in less time. Listen as your guide narrates the sights and make stops at filming locations for 'The Sound of Music' and more. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Hallstatt followed by free time to explore independently, before your comfortable return journey.
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Budapest Day Trip from Vienna With Accommodation Pick-Up
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Make the most out of your trip to Europe with a day trip to Budapest from Vienna. Enjoy the scenery of the Hungarian countryside as you travel eastward with your guide. See top attractions when you arrive, including the Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square and the panoramic views of Fisherman’s Bastion. Your day trip to Budapest will conclude with transportation back to Vienna.
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Vienna City Segway Day Tour
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Glide through the streets of Vienna on a 3-hour Segway tour of the city. Led by a local guide, cruise around the famous Ringstrasse and spot top attractions. See the Rathaus building, the opulent Hofburg Palace and explore the Austrian capital’s scenic parks. As you go, learn about Vienna’s rich history and the stories behind each architectural gem. Enjoy your choice of a morning, afternoon or evening tour.
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Vienna Woods and Mayerling Half Day Trip
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Discover the Vienna Woods on a half-day guided tour. Led by an expert guide, visit the Mayerling hunting lodge, where scandal once rocked the royal family, as well as the Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz, constructed in 1133. Experience a guided walk through the city of Baden. Then, journey back to your original departure point, spotting Liechtenstein Castle on the way.
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Skip the Line: Schonbrunn Palace Guided Tour in Vienna
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The magnificent Schonbrunn Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Vienna’s most visited attraction, and pre-booking skip-the-line entrance ensures you don’t waste time waiting in line. Follow in the footsteps of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth on a guided tour through the palace and gardens, then enjoy free time to explore independently.
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Private Tour: Vienna City Highlights Tour
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Explore the vibrant city of Vienna on a private tour. Led by an expert guide, travel along the famous Ringstrasse to see the Vienna Rathaus and other top attractions while learning the rich history behind the Austrian capital from your private guide. Pass the multi-hued Hundertwasserhaus and the opulent grounds of the Schönbrunn Palace. Choose from three tour lengths with the full-day tour exploring the wine town of Grinzig and to Belvedere Palace.
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Salzburg Small-Group Day Trip from Vienna
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This well-planned day-tour to Salzburg enables you to maximize your time in Austria without feeling rushed. Comfortable transportation collects you from your Vienna hotel before heading to Mozart’s hometown. In addition to an organized tour with a private guide, you also enjoy free time to explore Salzburg at your own pace. After visiting Salzburg Cathedral, filming locations for 'The Sound of Music, 'and more, transit returns you to Vienna.
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Prague Day Trip from Vienna with Accommodation Pick-Up
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Explore the vibrant city of Prague on this day trip from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, venture through the scenic countryside of Moravia. Afterward, see all of Prague’s top attractions on a city tour, passing Old Town Square, the National Theater, Charles Bridge and more. Enjoy some free time to purchase lunch, shop or explore independently before hopping back in your coach for a relaxing trip back to Vienna.
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Historical Hitler Walking Tour of Vienna
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Discover the streets on which a young Hitler walked during this walking tour of historic Vienna. As you explore Vienna’s ornate Old Town, learn about Adolf Hitler’s early life and visit Jewish architecture that survived the Holocaust. See the devastation caused by more than 100,000 WWII bombs and pay your respects to monuments dedicated to lives lost.
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Small-Group Schönbrunn Palace Half-Day Tour with a Historian Guide
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Go beyond what meets the eye on this 3-hour tour of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, led by a historian guide. Together with your small group limited to six people, you'll explore around 40 of the palace’s most extravagant rooms. Gain a better understanding of the significance of the palace as your guide walks you through its history, and learn about royals such as Franz Joseph who have called it home. Plus, visit the room where Mozart once performed, and see a secretaire previously owned by Marie Antoinette.
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Salzburg and Lake Region Small-Group Day-Trip from Vienna
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Explore Salzburg on this small-group day trip departing from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, relive your favorite scenes from ‘The Sound of Music’ as you pass iconic locations featured in the film. Discover the best of the lake region of Salzkammergut on a back-roads tour stopping at gorgeous Lake Attersee and St. Gilgen village. See Salzburg’s key sights, including Mirabell Palace and Mozart’s Birthplace on a walking tour of the Old Town. Learn about the city’s rich history from your guide and spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring independently.
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Private Tour: Wachau Valley Tour, Melk Abbey Visit, and Wine Tastings from Vienna
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See the heart of Austria’s wine region on a private day trip to the Wachau Valley from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, visit a traditional wine tavern to sip and swirl local blends. Then head to the medieval town of Dürnstein to taste local chocolates, schnapps and more. Summer travelers also enjoy a cruise to Melk along the Danube River, while winter trips include a leisurely lunch at the wine tavern. Before returning to Vienna, top off your day at Melk Abbey to admire the town’s historic Benedictine Monastery.
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Introducing Vienna Walking Tour: The Capital of the Habsburgs
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Get an insider’s look at Vienna’s thriving neighborhoods, historic landmarks and culture on a small-group tour with an experienced guide. Hear stories about life in the city as you follow your guide to hidden alleyways, elegant boulevards and the city’s most iconic monuments. Learn about the royal Habsburg dynasty and the legends of Hero Square then visit the sites of fierce battles in the Second World War. Enjoy the personal experience of a small-group tour, and discover the best places to eat, drink and live like a local.
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Small-Group History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts
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Go deep into Vienna’s rich history on a 3-hour, small-group walking tour with an expert guide. Start your tour in the former seat of the Habsburg Empire, and hear about the city’s kings, queens and revolutionaries. Spot architectural and historic landmarks as you explore a pair of vibrant shopping districts. Learn about Habsburg religion and ritual at a trio of extraordinary churches, and see traces left by waves of invading forces from Ottomans to Nazis. Take in Vienna’s highlights and enjoy unique historic insights on the capital city.
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Mauthausen Concentration Camp Day Trip from Vienna
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Experience a poignant piece of World War II history with a day trip to Mauthausen Concentration Camp from Vienna. The former camp provides a look at the horrors perpetuated by Hitler during the war. An audio guide will provide historical background on each site as you go. Round-trip transport from Vienna is included in the tour.
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Discover Bratislava on a Day Trip from Vienna
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Bratislava makes a wonderful day trip from Vienna, but beating the language barrier to book travel independently is a challenge. On this tour, reach Bratislava in comfort by air-conditioned coach—with pickup and drop-off at your Vienna hotel included. Hear the hidden secrets of top attractions including Grassalkovich Palace and St. Michael’s Tower during a walking tour with your guide, and find out what makes this ancient Slovakian city special.
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Private tour of Budapest with a Private Transfer and Guide from Vienna
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Get to know the bohemian spirit of Budapest during this 12-hour private tour with transportation from Vienna. With your dedicated tour guide, explore the Hungarian city's landmarks and highlights, such as Fisherman's Bastion, Heroes' Square, the Royal Palace and Castle, the Chain Bridge, Parliament and others. Make plenty of stops for photos and questions; this private tour ensures personalized attention and a malleable itinerary. Round-trip private transportation from Vienna accommodations is included.
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Private Tour: Vienna City Segway Tour
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See Vienna by Segway on this 3-hour private sightseeing tour of the city. Led by a private guide, see top attractions including City Hall, the Ringstrasse and the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Since your tour is private, you can customize your route to best suit your interests, learning about the city’s history, architecture and culture as you go.
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Belvedere Palace 2.5-Hour Small-Group History Tour in Vienna
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Discover Vienna’s most important art and architecture with a 3-hour, small-group tour of The Belvedere’s palaces, grounds and museum. Hear stories about Austria’s princes and princesses as you explore tiered fountains and statue gardens. Learn about the design and décor of Upper and Lower Belvedere palaces, from the exquisite Marble Gallery to the over-the-top Gold Cabinet. Visit the highlights of the art museum, where iconic works by Monet, Rodin and Van Gogh are displayed alongside the world’s largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings.
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Lonely Planet Experiences: Private Food Coffee and Market Tour
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Taste everything from chocolate to coffee and wine to fresh produce, all while getting to know the ins and outs of Vienna’s culinary scene and history on a private walking tour. You have complete flexibility to choose where you go (and what you eat). Visit the best known markets, as well as the lesser known local eateries, plus get recommendations for where to dine on the rest of your trip.
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Private tour of Budapest with a Local guide from Vienna
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Visit the Hungarian capital of Budapest on a full-day private tour from Vienna. Take a car through the Austrian countryside and reach the bustling city of Budapest to see highlights like the Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square, Fisherman’s Bastion, and much more. Listen to informative commentary about the history of the city form your guide and enjoy free time to explore Budapest on your own before heading back to Vienna.
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