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Top 15 Private Tours in Vienna

184 tours  ·  from $22 a head

The 15 best private tours on offer right now, each with its price, its length and the kind of visitor it suits. The first is the safe booking; the rest are for when it is full.

Vienna: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide - Starting near your accommodation
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Vienna: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

1.Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,420 reviews · from $55Our pick

Meet a Lokafyer at your accommodation or a central landmark for a private, two-to-six-hour walk shaped around your interests. Guides speak English, French, or German. Expect a personal introduction to Vienna, practical advice on getting around, and tips on places to eat and shop. Guides such as Aida, Ernst, and Yenny have led walks covering city history, local life, and public transport.

“Frediano was a wonderful guide and incredibly knowledgeable about Vienna. He showed us not just the top sites but also a lot of detail on the history of the city and the related architecture. We would highly recommend him as a guide to anyone visiting Vienna.”

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Vienna: Private Walking Tour with a Guide - The historic center, read from the street
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Vienna: Private Walking Tour with a Guide

2.Private Walking Tour with a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 962 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $55

Meet a local guide for a private, customizable walk through Vienna. Choose a two-hour introduction or a tour of up to eight hours, with a route shaped around your interests. Guides such as Guram, Hande, Ernst, and Fouad Augusto have led history, art, music, and coffee-focused outings. Museum interiors and attraction tickets cost extra.

“Our tour with Fouad Augusto was absolutely incredible! He is so beautifully educated and deeply passionate about the history, architecture, culture, music, and art of Vienna — truly a wealth of knowledge. Every moment with him felt enriching, effortless, and full of insight. One of the highlights was when he took us to the fabulous Gerstner Restaurant for coffee and pastries — such a thoughtful and elegant touch. Beyond the tour itself, Fouad spent so much time helping us plan the rest of our stay in Vienna. He guided us on which sites to prioritize, the best ways to get around the city, and how to truly make the most…”

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Vienna: Wine Tasting Experience in a Private Wine Cellar - What happens during the tasting
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Vienna: Wine Tasting Experience in a Private Wine Cellar

3.Wine Tasting Experience in a Private Wine Cellar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 413 reviews · 30 - 150 minutes · from $22Best value

Taste three or four Austrian wines with regional snacks in a private Vienna cellar, or choose a longer visit to three cellars. A live English- or German-speaking guide, such as Bernie or Cornelius, shares stories about Viennese wine and the city’s past. The shortest option is self-guided and includes one glass.

“Relaxed and fun, yet interesting and informative. The wine was delicious and the venue was intriguing.”

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Private Day Tour Trip Salzburg Hallstatt and Melk from Vienna - Lake Wolfgang, a ten-minute pause with a view
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Private Day Tour Trip Salzburg Hallstatt and Melk from Vienna

4.Private Day Tour Trip Salzburg Hallstatt and Melk from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) Top rated

Leave Vienna at 7:30 am with an English-speaking private driver for Melk Abbey, Hallstatt, a Lake Wolfgang photo stop, and Salzburg. You get set time to explore on your own, plus room to adjust the route. Drivers including Michael, Darko, and Romano are praised for helpful tips and flexible pacing. Transport is private; meals and Melk Abbey admission cost extra.

“Excellent arrangements And our guide Drako was fabulous On time detailed explanationz and car was super”

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Private Day Tour of Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna - Salzburg: Mozart, the cathedral, and film locations
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Private Day Tour of Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna

5.Private Day Tour of Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.)

Travel from your Vienna hotel or apartment in a private air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi, stopping at Hallstatt, Salzburg, and scenic lakes along the way. Guides Sam and Ahmed are among the drivers named by past participants. Expect a full day on the road, time to explore independently, and an extra charge for the Hallstatt Skywalk.

“Long day with a lot of time in the car but definitely worth it. Hallstatt was charming and wished we had more time in Salzburg.”

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Private Hidden Vienna Walk — Stories Behind Quiet Corners - Judenplatz and the weight of seven centuries
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Private Hidden Vienna Walk — Stories Behind Quiet Corners

6.Private Hidden Vienna Walk — Stories Behind Quiet Corners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

This private three-hour walk pairs Vienna landmarks with quieter corners, from the Jesuit Church and St. Stephen’s Cathedral to the Basilisk House, Judenplatz and a secret rooftop. A licensed English-speaking guide meets you at an agreed Vienna location. Guides include Walter, Sabine, Brigitte and others; tell yours your interests and walking limits before setting out.

“Everything was interesting! We got a great overview of the old city. Our guide Walter was so knowledgeable and has a great sense of humir as well!”

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Vienna Private Walking Tour with a Local - What a flexible route can include
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Vienna Private Walking Tour with a Local

7.Vienna Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 131 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $58

Meet a private Lokafyer in central Vienna and shape a two to six hour walk around your interests. Past guides such as Ron, Felix, Anna, and Ernst have led tours covering historic sights, local food, city-center routes, and quieter corners. Your guide is not guaranteed by name, so share your priorities in advance.

“Felix was an amazing guide. He was with us for three hours and his depth of knowledge was impressive. He was able to clearly communicate the history and current events of Vienna in an interesting way. He was very friendly and he had a great sense of humor. We had a wonderful time and we highly recommend Felix as a guide.”

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Vienna at First Glance a Private Walking Tour for First Timers - Following the Ringstrasse by public transport
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Vienna at First Glance a Private Walking Tour for First Timers

8.Vienna at First Glance a Private Walking Tour for First Timers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Start at your hotel or another agreed meeting point, then follow a private guide through Vienna’s imperial center, from Belvedere Hill to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Guides such as Sabine, Walter, Brigitte, and Alexander bring history and modern life together, show you how to use public transport, and offer practical ideas for the rest of your stay. Transit fares and cathedral entry are extra.

“An excellent overview of all the major highlights of Vienna. Our tour guide Brigitte had a granular and wide reaching knowledge of Viennese history (her in-depth knowledge of the Hapsburg Dynasty was a highlight) and she was delightful to be with for several hours. She was helpful as well, teaching us how to use public transportation and where to get the best Viennese food and desserts. Excellent tour and guide - highly recommended.”

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Vienna City Highlights Private Tour - Belvedere and Schönbrunn: palace grandeur, with admission extra
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Vienna City Highlights Private Tour

9.Vienna City Highlights Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $458

A private Vienna tour by Mercedes minivan pairs city landmarks with your guide’s stories, from the Ringstrasse and Hundertwasserhaus to Schönbrunn, the old town, the Vienna Woods, and Kahlenberg. Choose a 3, 4, or 6-hour option and request a route shaped around your interests. Paid palace and museum admissions are extra.

“We really enjoyed our city tour in Vienna. Ana was very informative about all aspects of Vienna, the history, architecture, historical figures…she was amazing! Most importantly, she was very supportive of my travel partner’s medical issues. It was a memorable experience!”

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Vienna: Private Electric Car Sightseeing Tour - Choosing Silver, Gold, or Platinum
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Vienna: Private Electric Car Sightseeing Tour

10.Private Electric Car Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 104 reviews

See Vienna’s historic center from a private electric old-timer, with a guide sharing stories as you pass palaces, squares, the Opera, and other landmarks. Choose a 30-, 45-, or 60-minute route for up to six people. Platinum adds central-hotel pickup and a drink. Guides such as Paul, Paymon, Ala’a, and Allen have earned particular praise, though assignments are not guaranteed.

“The driver was very accommodating and have good knowledge of the history and area and showed respect and passion Great experience”

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Vienna: Private Walking Tour of the Central Cemetery - Monumental tombs and public remembrance
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Vienna: Private Walking Tour of the Central Cemetery

11.Private Walking Tour of the Central Cemetery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours

Spend two hours at Vienna’s Central Cemetery with a private, state-certified Austrian guide. You’ll see monumental graves, memorials to victims of the 1881 Ringtheater fire and Soviet soldiers, the Art Nouveau cemetery church, and a modern forest cemetery. The tour is in German and meets at Gate 2. Christian Pacic is the named provider.

“Super private Führung zu dritt am Wiener Zentralfriedhof. Christian als Guide war sehr unterhaltsam, humorvoll und hat alles richtig gut erklärt. Eine spannende und zugleich lustige Tour – absolut empfehlenswert!”

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Vienna After Dark: Private Evening Food & Drink Experience - Brunnenmarkt and the Viennese street-food stop
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Vienna After Dark: Private Evening Food & Drink Experience

12.Vienna After Dark: Private Evening Food & Drink Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $247

Join a local English-speaking guide for a four-hour private evening of Viennese pastries, coffee, market food, dinner, wine or beer, and a finishing cocktail. The route can reach neighborhoods beyond the center, with guides such as Wolfi, Maria, and Patrick helping you connect the food to Vienna’s everyday life.

“This was very enjoyable. My husband and I love to know all of the local favorites for food and drink. There was great variety and no skimping on yummy food and drinks”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Private Tour - The 24-room Highlight Tour: a focused first visit
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Private Tour

13.Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 85 reviews · 2 hours - 210 minutes · from $267

See Schönbrunn Palace with a private, licensed guide, then walk through its formal gardens toward the Gloriette. Choose a 24-room Highlight Tour or a 40-room Grand Tour, with skip-the-line palace tickets included only in specific tour options. Guides include Alexander, Ute, and Romana, and some longer options add hotel pickup and drop-off.

“Our drive, Draco and our guide, Zayed were the absolute best!! We has such an amazing and enriching experience!! Was our highlight!! Will definitely recommend it to anyone”

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Skip-the-line Schonbrunn Palace Rooms & Gardens Private Tour - Choosing the Two-Hour or Longer Tour
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Skip-the-line Schonbrunn Palace Rooms & Gardens Private Tour

14.Skip-the-line Schonbrunn Palace Rooms & Gardens Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $274

Choose a two-hour Imperial tour or a longer Grand option to see Schönbrunn’s palace rooms and gardens with a private licensed guide. Guides such as Amela, Karin, Alex, and Robert have led tours here, sharing Habsburg stories and details from the Millions Room to the Gloriette. Some longer options include hotel pickup and drop-off.

“Our guide was terrific and very knowledgeable about the Palace and the history of the Hapsburg dynasty. It was a complete privilege and would highly recommend this tour to everyone.”

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Vienna Eats: Private Foodie Walk with Coffee & Markets - Café Korb and the pleasure of sitting down
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Vienna Eats: Private Foodie Walk with Coffee & Markets

15.Vienna Eats: Private Foodie Walk with Coffee & Markets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $234

Start in central Vienna at 9:30 am, then follow an English-speaking private guide through coffee houses, markets, and local food stops. Expect strudel, Austrian lunch, coffee, chocolate, and street food, with time to hear about the city and get personal dining tips. Routes and individual stops can vary.

“Christoph was an AMAZING tour guide. A fun person to spend the day with, SO knowledgeable, and very attentive to what we liked. This was definitely a highlight of our time in Vienna. He takes pictures and sends a follow up email that includes restaurant recommendations. We can’t thank him enough for a wonderful day. We felt like we got a very authentic food experience in Vienna. He also taught us how to use the public transport system, so this is truly a great tour for one of your first days there!”

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