Sightseeing Cruises

Grand Sightseeing Cruise on Danube River & Canal

Wiener Schnitzel with roasted potatoes and lemon slice on a plate.

Slice of apple strudel with layers of apples and spices on a plate.

Vienna skyline with Danube River in foreground, Austria.

Duration

3 hr 20 min

Free cancellation

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

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Experience the diverse beauty of Vienna on the Danube River cruise, indulging in fresh, onboard Viennese delicacies while soaking in stunning cityscapes. Operator: Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH

4.1/5

(378)

René

Aug 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Very nice cruise, the only thing we didn't like so much was that nothing was explained. And what definitely needs to be worked on is the service. You wait over 30 minutes and then you have to go in search of the waitress, otherwise you don't seem to get anything. Everything else was great, would definitely go again.

Barbara

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Coming from Canada, I'd only heard of the Danube. It was wonderful to experience it myself and enjoy the views of all the old architecture from the river. Since it was a rainy day, we were glad to enjoy the Danube while under cover. Staff were very kind and prompt! Glad to have done this tour!

Argyroula

May 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Very good service . As expected there were no delays . Wonderful experience on board . The Danube view is beautiful and the overall experience is very very good. I think that since the weather in Vienna is beautiful there could be more open areas for the guests.

Set sail on the Danube River Cruise for an unforgettable journey through Vienna's diverse landscapes.

Witness Vienna's transformation from the verdant woods of the Prater area to its futuristic skyline featuring the Danube Tower and Millennium Tower.

Choose from multiple ticket options including a cruise with a 2-course meal, refreshments, or even a traditional Viennese Schnitzel.

Fun fact: The cruise takes you past a grain silo that's been innovatively converted into a hotel – a quirky testament to Vienna's inventive spirit.

3.5hr cruise through Vienna

2-course lunch (as per option selected)

Schnitzel (as per option selected)

Apple strudel/hot drink (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION3 hours 20 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
FIRST DEPARTUREUrania Observatory
LAST DEPARTUREUrania Observatory
1 Boarding point
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Sights covered
Urania Observatory
Kunst Haus Wien
Augarten Park and Porcelain Factory
Spittelau Waste Incineration Plant
Nussdorf Lock
Donaukanal Bridge
Street Art & Urban Graffiti
U4 Bridge

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

4.1
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What our guests say
Cynthia
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
They provide information on the sights in both German and English. I enjoyed seeing the fishing cottages and boat homes along the river. I learned a lot and also enjoyed the views.
Sundar
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
very enjoyable & relaxing canal + river tour on a beautiful day with blue skies. No complaints at all - the staff were great, the food was excellent
Martyn
Sep 2025
Verified booking
3/5
Food was fine. Of the 3+ hour tour we only spent about 1 hour on the Danube. The rest was on the canal and going through the same lock twice. We turned round half way on the Danube so we went down the same stretch twice! We also stopped at one point to drop off/pick up passengers. Not a great tour.
Gerhard
Aug 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The passage of the Freudenau lock was not possible for technical reasons, so the tour was not a round trip but a tour/retour trip. I didn't realize this when booking, although the malfunction of the Freudenau lock was possibly already known. It may be that I overlooked it, it may be that there was a current technical fault. If I had known this beforehand, I would only have booked one tour, because the tension on the return journey was, to put it politely, never-ending. Incidentally, the speech intelligibility at the aft railing was not given, at least not for me, I hardly understood the announcements.
René
Aug 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Very nice cruise, the only thing we didn't like so much was that nothing was explained. And what definitely needs to be worked on is the service. You wait over 30 minutes and then you have to go in search of the waitress, otherwise you don't seem to get anything. Everything else was great, would definitely go again.

A glimpse of Vienna's urban evolution

Embark on a mesmerizing journey with the Grand Danube River Cruise, offering a unique perspective of Vienna's evolution. As your ship cruises past the Urania observatory, be captivated by Vienna's commitment to science and the stars. Make your way through the 'green heart' of Vienna, the Prater area, an oasis of tranquility amidst the bustling city. A highlight is a grain silo converted into a hotel, a testament to Vienna's innovative spirit. The journey then takes you past the Danube Island, a haven for nature lovers, before reaching the Reichsbrücke station.

Architectural marvels and culinary delights on the Danube

Brace yourself for 'modern Vienna', a skyline boasting architectural marvels like the Danube Tower and Millennium Tower. As you glide through the Nussdorf lock system into the Danube Canal, you'll witness Vienna's historical charm. Keep an eye out for the Hundertwasser District Heating Plant in Spittelau, a fascinating fusion of art and utility. The cruise offers various ticket options, including a cruise with a 2-course meal, refreshments, or a local delicacy, the Schnitzel.

Additional information

Facilities: Wheelchair Accessible, Pram/Stroller Accessible

Pets, guide dogs, and baggage are allowed onboard.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Boarding Point

Show your ticket at City Cruises Vienna - DDSG Blue Danube.

Address: Franz-Josefs-Kai 2, Wien, Österreich, Schiffstation Wien City, 1010, VIENNA.

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Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Schwedenplatz U. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the redemption point.

Board bus #2A to get you there.

By Tram

The closest tram stop is Schwedenplatz. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the redemption point.

Board tram #1 to get you there.