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Private Vienna Historical Landmarks Tour

3.929 reviewsHofburg Imperial Palace (Hofburg Wien)

  • 4–6 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Grab the opportunity and make the most out of your stay in Vienna by discovering the best this city has to offer in a fully customizable tour! At the desired time, an experienced English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from your accommodation in a private vehicle ready to share the historical facts, the necessary information about the sights and, of course, his personal input in order to immerse you into the Viennese lifestyle. Admire the marvelous architecture of Hofburg Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral and Vienna State Opera. Get carried away by the stunning Belvedere Palace and immerse yourself in the rich history of Austria. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective. At the end of the ride, your friendly driver will drop you off at your accommodation.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • Water
  • WiFi on board
  • Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
  • All taxes and handling charges

What's not

  • Meals and beverages
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Hofburg Palace
  • Belvedere Palace (Upper & Lower)
  • Donauturm (Danube Tower)
  • Vienna Wheel (Wiener Riesenrad)
  • Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Itinerary

  1. The Hofburg is the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty rulers and today serves as the official residence and workplace of the President of Austria.

    20 min

  2. Austria's most prominent national symbol, this magnificent cathedral is known for its intricately tiled roof and its nearly 500-foot-tall South Tower.

    20 min

  3. The Vienna State Opera is considered one of the most important opera houses in the world; in particular, it is the house with the largest repertoire.

    20 min

  4. Constructed from 1872 to 1883 in a Neo-Gothic style designed by Friedrich von Schmidt. It houses the office of the Mayor of Vienna.

    20 min

  5. Located on Vienna's Ringstrasse boulevard is one of the most important buildings of the Historicism period. Theophil Hansen designed it in the style of ancient Greece.

    20 min

  6. The Belvedere is a historic building complex in Vienna, consisting of two Baroque palaces, the Orangery, and the Palace Stables.

    20 min

  7. The 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historical monuments in the country of Austria.

    20 min

  8. Enjoy the best panoramic views of Vienna and the Danube River in Kahlenberg. The hill is located in the Vienna Woods and is one of the most popular excursion destinations for the city's residents.

    20 min

  9. At 252 meters tall and among the 75 tallest towers in the world. The tower opened in April 1964 and is located near the north bank of the Danube River.

    20 min

  10. The Vienna Wheel is one of Vienna's most popular tourist attractions and symbolizes the district as well as the city for many people.

    1 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Welcome Pickups
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.

How it compares in Vienna

  • Its from-price is 17% below the median of the 1219 experiences we list in Vienna.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 198 of 1219.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Vienna

Vienna is Austria's elegant capital on the Danube, a city of imperial palaces, grand coffeehouses and a musical heritage known the world over.

The Ringstrasse circles the old centre with monumental buildings: the State Opera, the Parliament, the City Hall and the Burgtheater. Inside the ring, St Stephen's Cathedral, with its patterned tile roof, rises above lanes of shops and cafés, and the Hofburg palace complex holds the imperial apartments, the Spanish Riding School and a museum devoted to Empress Elisabeth.

Top-ranked sights in Vienna: Hofburg Imperial Palace (Hofburg Wien) , Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn), Rathaus.

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