Day Trips

From Vienna: Hallstatt Day Trip by Bus

Tourist overlooking snowy village and lake in Hallstatt, Austria during winter.

Snow-covered stream and buildings in Hallstatt old town, Austria, with mountains in the background.

Hallstatt village with church spire and lake, surrounded by mountains, on a day trip from Vienna by bus.

Colorful buildings and central fountain in Hallstatt village square, Austria.

Duration

5 hr 30 min - 13 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Explore Hallstatt on a seamless day trip, complete with round-trip transport and a guided city walk for rich local insights.

Journey through Austria’s scenic Salzkammergut region, passing tranquil lakes and charming Alpine villages along the way.

Witness Hallstatt’s 7,000-year story, from salt mining to skull painting, through vivid legends and local lore shared by your expert guide.

Enjoy seasonal experiences, a relaxing boat ride on Lake Hallstatt in summer or a visit to the historic ossuary in winter.

Choose a trip from Vienna (English tour) or Salzburg (English & German tour) to suit your language preference and departure city.

Full-day bus tour from Vienna or Salzburg (as per option selected)

English or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Guided city walk in Hallstatt

Round-trip transfers by bus

Boat ride on Lake Hallstatt (summer only)

Ossuary visit (winter only)

Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Entrance fees to attractions

TOTAL DURATION5 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Start point
Vienna
Get direction
Passes By
Salzkammergut
1. Guided City Walk in Hallstatt
Tickets not included
60 min
1 activity
Things to do
Free time
Included in price
2. Boat Trip Across Lake Hallstatt (only in summer)
Tickets included
25 min
End point
Vienna
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Sonal
Sep 2025
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5/5
It was lovely experience!! Wish we could spend more time in the beautiful city of hallstat but over all everything was very very nice
Shrishti
Dec 2024
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5/5
The convenience of getting there is the best part. The walking tour was great. We had plenty of time to explore Hallstatt by ourselves as well.
Qassem
Jul 2022
Verified booking
5/5
good evening , I really enjoyed the trip to Hallstatt, and enjoyed more with the group and the guide who was with us and explained everything about the lake and what is around, and therefore I highly recommend to everyone who intends to come to Austria and planning to see beautiful places like Hallstatt should know that your company is the right address for every tourist.
Per
Jul 2022
Verified booking
4/5
Sofia was a terrific guide, good driver and a very nice way to spend a day in Austria. Could have skipped 1-2 of the stops on the way there/back tho.
Yosef
Jun 2022
Verified booking
5/5
We had a day tour to Hallstatt Austria. The guide and driver were really nice and welcoming, duidance was interesting and the trip itself was great. A very beautiful destination, exceeded our expectations. We will recommend this tour to our friends and family no doubt.

Walking tour at Hallstatt

Your day trip begins at Hallstatt, an ancient historic town that has been photographed and even replicated over time. Although hidden between a lake and the mountainside, the little town of Hallstatt is nothing short of charming. Its narrow lanes and wooden building give it a very unique and picturesque look. Learn about the 7000-year history of this town from a live tour guide as you walk through its nooks and corners.

Boat tour

After your walking tour, step onto an elegant boat where you can admire Hallstatt from a different angle. After the boat ride, you can grab some lunch and then take your time exploring the rest of this iconic city.

What to bring

Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the tour includes walking on uneven surfaces and cobblestone streets.

Carry weather-appropriate clothing, as conditions can change quickly in the mountains.

Don’t forget your camera to capture the scenic views.

Bring cash or a credit card for meals, drinks, and entrance fees to attractions in Hallstatt, as these are not included.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not allowed on this experience.

Large luggage and oversized bags may not be permitted on the bus or during the walking tour.

Smoking and consumption of alcohol are not permitted on the bus.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

The tour involves walking on uneven surfaces and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Additional information

The exact pick-up time will be confirmed the day before your tour via email or phone.

The boat ride on Lake Hallstatt operates only during the summer season (14 April – 2 November) and is not available in winter.

Please arrive at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your tour guide.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By bus: Take bus #2A to Kärntner Straße station which is right in front of the meeting point.

By tram: Take trams #1, #2, #71, D, or U2Z to the Oper, Karlsplatz U station. From there, it is a 1-min walk to the meeting point.

By metro: Take line U1 or U4 to the Karlsplatz subway station. From there, it is a 2-min walk to the meeting point.

Validity

This ticket is valid for the date selected during checkout.