3-Hour City Tour in Vienna: Sights, Diverse Districts, and the Magnificent Gardens at Belvedere Palace
 

On this three-hour city tour, you will get a more comprehensive impression of Vienna. In addition to the highlights of the Ringstrasse, you’ll see the Secession, Naschmarkt, Karlskirche, Leopoldstadt, modern Vienna beyond the Danube, and enjoy the beautiful view from the gardens of Belvedere Palace over the city center. 

Details of Your Private Guided City Tour: 

We begin our three-hour city tour with a drive to the Secession building, a masterpiece of Art Nouveau, followed by the bustling Naschmarkt and the baroque St. Charles' Church. We then continue along the famous Ringstraße, home to some of Vienna’s most magnificent buildings, including the Vienna State Opera, the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History, the Parliament, City Hall, the historic Burgtheater, and the University of Vienna.

The tour then takes us into the second district, Leopoldstadt, where we pass by the former residence of Johann Strauss Jr., the famous waltz king, and the Jewish Quarter. Afterward, we head to the Prater, where you can admire the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel—one of Vienna's most famous landmarks. We then cross the Danube to explore the modern side of the city. You’ll see the UNO City, the United Nations office in Vienna, and the tranquil Alte Donau.

To conclude, we return to the city center and stop at the magnificent Belvedere Palace, where you can enjoy a short walk through the baroque gardens of the Upper Belvedere with a stunning view of Vienna. Alternatively, the tour can end at the Belvedere Palace, allowing you to further explore the area on your own, or we can drive back to our starting point in the city center.

This three-hour city tour is ideal for those who want a more comprehensive overview of Vienna and wish to experience some of the city’s most important sights in a relaxed and comfortable manner.

Photos: © Gertrud Putz

Tipp: 

This tour pairs perfectly with a guided visit to the interior of Belvedere Palace, where you can discover the masterpieces housed within its walls.