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A masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, the Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) is a hallowed venue for opera fans. Each year, the auditorium hosts 350 Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and Vienna State Ballet (Wiener Staatsballett) performances, as well as the Vienna Opera Ball.
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Vienna City Bike Tour
206
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.
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$46.99
From
$46.99
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Guided Tour and Vienna Historical City Tour
789
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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$68.58
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$68.58
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Big Bus Vienna Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
1041
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.
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$35.66
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$35.66
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Vienna Hop On Hop Off City Tour
702
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.
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$35.91
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$35.91
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Half-day bike tour in Vienna
Whether you are a local or a tourist, you can experience Vienna in a whole new way by bike. The metropolis is ideal for bike tours, because its well-developed bike path network offers ideal conditions for sightseeing on two wheels.
Our trained local guides will show you the most famous sights of the capital in the most authentic way during a 3-hour tour. On this tour you will get a deep cultural insight into the history of the development and development of Vienna.
Before you start, you will receive a suitable bike and a bottle of water for the tour.
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$37.14
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$37.14
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Small Group Vienna Highlights Bike Tour
76
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.
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$55.72
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$55.72
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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Private Tour: One Perfect Day in Vienna
6
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.
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$780.03
per group
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$780.03
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Vienna Family: Vienna Card, Schonbrunn Zoo, Prater Ferris Wheel, Madame Tussauds
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Enjoy a fun and family-friendly trip to Vienna with this comprehensive sightseeing package. Your combo ticket includes admission to the Schonbrunn Zoo and Madame Tussauds, as well as a ride on the iconic Ferris wheel at the Prater amusement park. You’ll also enjoy discounts to numerous attractions and restaurants with a 72-hour Vienna Card, and unlimited public transportation.
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$133.72
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$133.72
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Introducing Vienna Walking Tour: The Capital of the Habsburgs
76
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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$31.76
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$31.76
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Private Vienna City Tour with Schonbrunn Palace Visit
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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.
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$557.16
per group
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$557.16
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Private Vienna Half-Day Small-Group Tour: City Landmarks and Highlights
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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.
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$432.11
per group
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$432.11
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Vienna at night! Photo tour of the most beautiful buildings in the city
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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.
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$35.91
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$35.91
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Vienna City Center Private Tour
Navigate Vienna with a private guide on this half-day tour of the city. Tailor the tour to your interests, stopping at landmarks that appeal to your party and learning about them through guided commentary. Travel along the imperial boulevard, Ringstrasse, passing the opera house, the palace, and the upscale shopping street. This private tour is perfect for those short on time who want a city overview.
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$264.92
Price varies by group size
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$264.92
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Photogenic Vienna with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local.
Come with me to discover the city of Vienna through your camera lens!
Join me on this city walk for the unique opportunity of experiencing the city from an insider’s point of view and taking stunning pictures of it at the same time!
Our walk will take us from the Café Central to the Votive Church. While you use your camera to capture the beauty of Vienna, you will also come across local spots and hidden gems that a typical tourist tour won’t show you.
Treat your curiosity by discovering an alternative side of Vienna and all the unique beauty it has to offer! Don't forget to book the Experience at a suitable time to have the best light possible for the pictures!
You cannot leave the city before having capture the beauty of at least one coffee place, two churches and three different monuments, come with me to get it done! :-)
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$46.99
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$46.99

Private Guided Tour of Musical Vienna
5
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.
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$570.19
per group
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$570.19
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Explore the cultural heart of Vienna on an audio walking tour
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Explore the capital of Austria at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Venture across the city and see key landmarks such as the Vienna State Opera House, Albertina Art Museum, Capuchin Church, and more while listening to commentary through your headphones. Pause the tour at any time if you’d like to take a break, have a snack, or simply stop to take photos.
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$5.20
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$5.20

Private Tour: Vienna Inner City Highlights
14
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.
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$247.63
per group
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$247.63
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Music in Vienna
A musical walk that explores the following questions:
What does it mean that Vienna is the city of music?
What is Viennese music?
Why is music so important in Vienna?
Why is Vienna so important in music?
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$45.81
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$45.81

Vienna Full Day Shore Excursion
We meet you at 09:00 am at the pier at “Handelskai” or “Nussdorf”.
We provide a chauffeur-driven airconditioned van or sedan for the driving portion plus a licensed local Austria Guide for the whole tour.
The flexibility of a small vehicle allows multiple stops at the historic sights and vistas.
Within the given time-frame we accommodate our guests personal preferences.
By combining a driving- with a walking-segment we offer the most comprehensive One-Day-Tour.
Knowing the programs offered by the cruise-operators we avoid overlap in program and overcrowding.
Our walking-tour ends at St. Stephen’s Cathedral in the heart of the city around 4:30 pm.
Do some window-shopping at Kaertnerstrasse or have a rooftop-drink at hotel Lameé
Our Taxi-Voucher gives you full flexibility in planning your return to the ship.
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$979.05
per group
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$979.05
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The Instagrammable Places of Vienna with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local.
If you want to spice up your instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels, then you are at the right place!
Let me show you the most beautiful and impressive spots in Vienna and guide you with some useful tips to take good pictures from your phone or camera!
Of course while strolling through the city and taking photos of the most unique places of Vienna (like the Ferstel Passage, the most picturesque Café in town or the City Hall), you will also get to know more about Vienna and learn about its secrets from a local's perspective.
Join me on this adventure to give your insta feed an upgrade! Make sure you don’t book this Experience too late, as you don’t want to miss the golden hour!
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$41.91
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$41.91

Private 3 hour Vienna Music Tour
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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!
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$457.17
per group
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$457.17
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Private Vienna City Walking Tour And Tram Ride With Schonbrunn Palace Visit
1
Find out what makes the Austrian capital tick on this private Vienna city walking tour. Explore Vienna on foot and by tram with your private guide and discover top attractions including the rococo Schönbrunn Palace, home to the Habsburg dynasty. Take the tram along the Ringstrasse and admire Vienna State Opera, the National Theatre, City Hall and the Vienna Stock Exchange. Stop off half-way through for panoramic views over the mighty Danube River. Take in famous sites such as Sacher Café, the Albertina Museum, Capuchin Church and the bustling Kärtnerstraße.
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$566.70
Price varies by group size
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$566.70
Price varies by group size

Classic Private City Tour Vienna
25
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.
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$674.64
per group
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$674.64
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Walking Tour about Hitler in Vienna
We provide answers about the darkest time in the history of Austria and the whole world. Hitler came to Vienna to become an artist, but he failed. Learn more about the history of Hitler’s early, formative years and why he was later celebrated enthusiastically. What political climate paved the way for the Nazis, who plunged the world into the chaos of the Second World War? Which traces are still visible today?
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$32.19
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$32.19
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Should I book Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 44 Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) costs USD 5.20. Guided Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) tours start around USD 5.20 per person. See all 44 Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper)?
The best ways to experience Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) are:
- Vienna City Bike Tour
- Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Guided Tour and Vienna Historical City Tour
- Big Bus Vienna Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
- Vienna Hop On Hop Off City Tour
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