Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) Tours and Activities

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.

Soak up 360-degree views of Vienna’s top attractions with a 1-, 2-, or 3-day hop-on hop-off ticket on a double-decker Big Bus. Pass Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Belvedere, and more. Enjoy your choice between a classic, premium, or deluxe ticket option, along with access to two sightseeing routes, audio commentary on board, free Wi-Fi, and one walking tour. See this vibrant city at your own pace, hopping on and off at any of the stops.

Explore the vibrant city of Vienna on a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. See top attractions including the Vienna State Opera, Hofburg Palace, Danube Tower, and Schonbrunn Palace. Climb aboard the open-air, double-decker bus and soak up 360-degree views of Vienna, hopping off to explore whenever you like. This ticket also includes a walking tour led by a local guide.

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.

Experience the very best of Vienna on a 3-hour, private tour in a comfortable vehicle. See the architectural highlights of the city center, including Ringstrasse, Prater and the soaring spires of St. Stephen's Cathedral. Hear stories about the city’s kings, queens and revolutionaries, with flexibility to stop for photos of Vienna’s classic sights. Get beyond the city center to visit a soaring observation wheel, a baroque castle and the sprawling Schönbrunn palace while enjoying an insider’s perspective on Austria’s rich history and culture.

Cycle through the streets of Vienna on this bike and city tour. Led by a local guide, pedal past top attraction such as the Albertina, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Vienna State Opera, Stadtpark, and Heldenplatz. As you travel along bike paths and quieter streets, your guide will discuss the fascinating stories behind each landmark. Enjoy your choice of a morning, afternoon or evening departure.

Explore Vienna at your own pace with this highly acclaimed self guided audio tour of Vienna.  Beginning from the Opera House, you'll weave your way through timeless streets while discovering the stories that the city hides in plain sight.  The tour is ready whenever you feel like taking a stroll. It plays audio automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. If you've got an hour and want to see all the major historical and cultural themes that Vienna has to offer – this is the tour for you! You can take the tour either in English or in Mandarin Chinese. The tour in German is not yet published.

Explore sites related to Vienna’s long musical history on this private sightseeing tour. Known for its many composers and other musicians, from Beethoven to Brahms, Vienna is home to landmarks like the Vienna State Opera and Mozarthaus, where Mozart once lived. See these attractions and more with a private guide, who shares commentary about the city’s rich cultural history.

Cycle the streets of Vienna on this 3-hour biking tour of the city. Led by an expert guide, saddle up and see the bright hues of the Hundertwasserhaus and the iconic Ferris wheel at the Prater. You’ll also pass top sites like Hofburg Palace, City Hall and the Opera House, learning about the city’s history from your guide as you go. After three hours of sightseeing and fresh air, your tour will conclude at its original departure point. 

Experience the art, architecture, and atmosphere of Vienna stress-free on a private 4-hour tour by car. The efficient and comfortable excursion is perfect if you’re short on time, tired of crowds, or simply want to give your feet a break. See the Vienna State Opera, Imperial Palace, and more all from the comfort of your window seat. Feel free to pause the tour at anytime to get out for a closer look.

Explore Vienna’s essential sites on a private, 3.5-hour walking tour with a great orientation to the city’s public transport. Enjoy the flexibility to tailor the experience to your interests as you walk or take the underground and/or tramway from your hotel to the Belvedere Palace. Board a tram (be sure to bring the proper fare!) past the Soviet Monument, Karlsplatz, and the magnificent Viennese State Opera. Learn about the city’s most beloved historic figures while visiting historic cafés, neighborhoods, and landmarks; see the iconic spires of St Stephen’s Cathedral as you get an insider’s perspective on life in Austria’s capital city.

What does Maria Theresa have to do with vampires? Which secret sign can you find on St. Stephen's Cathedral? And what was "postponed" for the construction of the Naschmarkt? On the scavenger hunt from the opera to the Votive Church and the Naschmarkt you will learn the funniest and most interesting facts and anecdotes about the most important sights of Vienna. Duration: 2 hours, length: 7.3 km

Maximize your time in Vienna with a private tour that covers multiple top attractions. Your chauffeur takes you from your hotel to the city center, where you’ll explore top sights on foot. Your private guide will orient you with the city and provide you with food suggestions. Highlights include Heldenplatz, Hofburg Palace, State Opera House, and Karlskirche.

Explore Austria’s beautiful capital city on this private 7-hour Vienna city tour with Schonbrunn Palace visit. Hop in your car and take the Ringstrasse past famous landmarks including the Opera House, Hofburg, Votive Church, Vienna's Rathaus (town hall) and Vienna University. Explore Vienna’s historic heart on foot and gain insight into centuries of heritage. Discover top attractions such as St Stephen’s Cathedral tucked away down winding alleys and ancient streets. Visit the Schönbrunn Palace and wander round the attractive gardens. Upgrade your tour to include lunch in a traditional Viennese restaurant.

Travelling with friends, not strangers: That's our motto. Escape the masses and get to know Vienna like a local. Together, we will explore hidden streets and quiet courtyards in the centuries old inner city of Vienna. You'll see places even most residents never set their eyes upon! Of course we'll also show you some of Vienna's absolute highlights: the Opera, the Hofburg, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. However, when booking with us, you'll elevate your experience! Skip-the-line is standard, and you'll also get private entry to highlights such as the Opera! You'll see Vienna like few others do! Before, and also during the tour, we'll talk with you to find out your interests. That way, we'll guide you to the places most interesting and beautiful to you. Every tour is different and an individual experience! This tailor made tour combines knowledge, privacy and the feeling of being with friends. In only a few hours, you'll get to know Vienna better than many of its own citizens. Welcome to Vienna!

Explore Vienna's most famous boulevard, the Ringstrasse, on this 3-hour tour with a small group. Follow your guide to stroll along the well-known road, listening to tales of its history, construction, and importance to Viennese city life.

See Vienna at its most enchanting on a 2.5-hour, small-group winter walking tour of the city, with time to explore the bustling Christmas markets, too. Learn about Vienna’s imperial history and rich culture as you pass churches, palaces, and landmarks lit up for the holidays with garlands of sparkling lights.

Vienna is an unique place in itself. With our expert guides we show you all the beautiful parts of Vienna and explain its history. You also get to ask questions in the Zoom call, so that it is a unique way of getting to know this beautiful place.

Famous Hofburg Imperial Palace stands proudly in the middle of Old Town and waits for your visit. Enter the world of Holy Roman Empire and see Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum and all Austrian heritage during private guided tour! Highlights: - Visit the Top Attraction in Vienna - Hofburg Imperial Palace on guided walking tour - Explore huge Palace Complex including Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum and even Silver Collection! - Learn the history of Vienna, and discover local heritage inside Vienna Imperial Treasury - Extend your tour and see gorgeous collection in Imperial Treasury and walk around historic Old Town - Enjoy a private tour only with your family and friends with adjusted tempo of tour You can’t miss the Hofburg Imperial Palace Complex. It was the residence of the Habsburgs for over 600 years and thus the center of the Holy Roman Empire. As it is the Top Attraction take the essence and explore whole area inside with your knowledgeable private guide.

Travelling with friends, not strangers: That's our motto. Escape the masses and get to know Vienna like a local. Together, we will explore hidden streets and quiet courtyards in the centuries old inner city of Vienna. You'll see places even most residents never set their eyes upon! Of course we'll also show you some of Vienna's absolute highlights: the Opera, the Hofburg, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. However, when booking with us, you'll elevate your experience! Skip-the-line is standard, and you'll also get private entry to highlights such as the Opera! You'll see Vienna like few others do! Before, and also during the tour, we'll talk with you to find out your interests. That way, we'll guide you to the places most interesting to you. Every tour is different and an individual experience! This tailor made tour combines knowledge, privacy and the feeling of being with friends. In only a few hours, you'll get to know Vienna better than many of its own citizens. Welcome to Vienna!

This photo tour leads to the most beautiful buildings in the city. Especially at night, these stand out due to their unique lighting. We will capture this special mood and beauty together with our cameras. Of course there are also short facts and anecdotes about the buildings. The focus of the tour is on photography. The "Vienna at Night Photo Tour" takes you to buildings and squares that play an important role in everyday life for me and many other locals and that appear in particular splendor at night.  

Travel through time with our professional opera singers and guides Daniel and Vera, and discover why Vienna is world-renowned as the city of music. This enchanting Vienna city walking tour mixes stories from the lives and music of Mozart, Shubert, Lehar, and Strauss, with live performances from your guides, as you stroll the historic streets of Vienna in search of Austria’s musical treasures. Enjoy an aperitif of your choice at a traditional Viennese coffee house, and hear the secrets of the most famous opera houses in the world, from opera singers who have worked with some of the best musicians in the world. There is no better way to experience Vienna’s musical heart and soul.

More composers have lived in Vienna than in any other city in the world-find out why on our private Vienna music tour! From the Vienna Boys Choir to the famous State Opera to the "Waltz King" Johann Strauss to the Austropop legend Falco, Vienna has it all! Our 3h musical odyssey will begin with a tour at the State Opera house (entrance fee included) where you will get behind-the-scenes access to the most famous opera house in the world. Afterwards, we'll embark on a leisurely musical stroll through the inner city of Vienna. Stops will include (but are not limited to): - Palais Lobkowitz (where Beethoven premiered his Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” and the home of his main patron) - Hofburg Imperial Chapel (where the Vienna Boys Choir perform every Sunday) - The Mozart Memorial - Former dance salon where the Waltz King Johann Strauss made the ladies swoon - Pasqualati House (former residence of Ludwig van Beethoven) - St. Stephen's Cathedral - Mozart's home and many more!

Feel festive this holiday season with a 3-hour Segway tour around Vienna’s Christmas markets. Led by a local guide, ride around the Ringstrasse, the famous Ring Road showcasing some of the city’s finest architecture. See the Hofburg Palace, City Hall, and Burgtheater. Then slip into the holiday spirit with a stop at the Christmas markets, perusing the stalls and sipping on a hot drink. After admiring the twinkling lights and merry decor, your tour will conclude back at your original departure point.