Vienna, Austria

Vienna for first-timers

Welcome to Vienna! Dive into the city's vibrant culture and explore must-see attractions. Our expertly curated tours will ensure you make the most of your inaugural visit.

Couple examining a map in a city setting, ideal for first-time visitors.

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Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna facade with ornate architecture and dome.

Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna Ticketsfrom €22

Belvedere Palace in Vienna with green domes and manicured gardens.

The Belvedere Palacefrom €12

Visitors walking towards Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna under a blue sky.

Schönbrunn Palacefrom €17

Ferris Wheel Riesenrad in Prater, Vienna with cityscape background.

Vienna Giant Ferris Wheelfrom €14.50

Albertina Museum entrance with illuminated facade in Vienna.

Albertina Museum Viennafrom €9

Open-top Big Bus tour in front of Vienna City Hall, Austria.

Big Bus Vienna Hop-on Hop-off Toursfrom €28

Giraffe standing near a building at Schönbrunn Zoo, Vienna.

Schönbrunn Zoofrom €9

Upper Belvedere Palace Ticketsfrom €12

Scenic view of Hallstatt village with alpine lake and mountains, part of Vienna to Hallstatt day trips.

Vienna to Hallstatt Day Tripsfrom €80.10

Colorful buildings and church by Hallstatt Lake, Austria, with mountains in the background.

Day Trips Viennafrom €89

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What our guests say

Pam K

United States

Solo

Last week

The music was awesome, really drew me in to the light show. Would do it again and recommend to anyone who will lisylten.

Vienna: Light of Creation Votivkirche

Sonja J

Solo

3 weeks ago

The ride was pretty good, though now and then the timing between the audio guide and the section of the route didn't match up, or it got cut off/shortened. Fast-track entry was smooth, and the explanations were good and simple.

Schönbrunn Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide & Panorama Train Tour

Daniel S

Canada

Couple

Sep 2026

A magnificent excursion with breathtaking landscapes. Although it is a long bus ride, Hallstatt is a must-see. One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen in my life, and Olga, our guide, was excellent, providing very interesting commentary.

From Vienna: Hallstatt & Alpine Peaks Day Trip with Skywalk Lift

Jacob C

Australia

Couple

Sep 2026

Hallstatt was such a memorable and beautiful place. Our guide also gave us very informative and interesting explanations throughout the tour. We really enjoyed the experience.

From Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Ana D

Spain

Couple

Aug 2026

+6 more

Our guide, Priscila, was wonderful throughout the entire tour. We loved the trip to Hallstatt. The town is truly beautiful. We also really liked Salzburg, but we didn’t have quite enough time to explore the city—though you can’t ask for more in just one day. This trip was definitely worth it.

From Vienna: Hallstatt & Salzburg Day Trip

Kristin F

Germany

Solo

Sep 2026

Basically, I recommend the Vienna Card, but it is misleading that I can cancel booked events with the provider, but cannot book a replacement on Headout. This means instead of 7 events, I would only have 6. Additionally, one booked event simply disappeared from Headout and the provider, which is even more annoying!!!! So I could only enjoy 5 of the 7 included events of the Vienna Card. Sad!

Headout Vienna Pass: Schönbrunn Zoo, Upper Belvedere Palace, Giant Ferris Wheel + Unlimited Public Transport & more

France R

Group

Sep 2026

The bus tour is really interesting and lets us see everything the city has to offer. The visits to the castle and palace went well and are well worth it. With the tickets printed by Big Bus, you just show up at the ticket counter and it's simple. I recommend it, good price.

Combo: Vienna Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Schönbrunn Palace & Belvedere Palace Tickets

Hans K

Couple

Aug 2026

In the end, it was nice to have unlimited access to public transportation. We didn't take the hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Partly because we thought it was expensive despite the discount, and partly because we didn't really need it. We did find the discounts on other attractions with the Vienna Card to be rather meager.

Vienna Welcome Card: Discounts + Unlimited Public Transport + Optional Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour