Vienna · DANUBE & CITY CRUISES
Vienna sits beside the Danube rather than on it, so most sightseeing boats run the Danube Canal through the middle of town and the main river beyond it. These 15 sailings differ on route, on whether lunch or dinner is included, and on how much of the trip is spent under bridges — all stated below.
75-minute Danube Canal cruise from Schwedenplatz with optional Wiener Schnitzel lunch, comfy seating, and onboard commentary screens.
“The ride was great. It was a little crowded before we entered as seating on the boat is first come first serve and thus everyone was pushing and trying to get on the boat as fast as possible. But apart from that it was fun and enjoyable”
Cruise Vienna’s Danube Canal loop from Schwedenplatz in 75 minutes with apple strudel and a warm drink, plus optional Heidi Horten tickets.
“A beautiful relaxing cruise thru the canal. Restaurant on board; location was easy to find. Thanks!”
Enjoy a Vienna night river cruise with elderflower aperitif, a 3-course dinner, and illuminated views, all included for about 3 hours.
“A very pleasant journey on the boat, with an excellent meal. After the main course we could go outside to enjoy the sunset and views on Vienna. It was quite hot inside where the meal was served. A bit of airco would have been really nice. It was fun to have to go through the lock between the Danue and the canal (2x). The pirce of the meal and the additional drinks was very reasonable and good value for money.”
Wachau Valley and Melk Abbey from Vienna with a summer Blue Danube cruise. Guided UNESCO sights, great photo stops, and time to wander.
“Fabulous day trip. Well organised. The guide Tommy and the bus driver Ben were great. Melk and the Abbey are wonderful Would highly recommend.”
Vienna to Bratislava in one day with a guided old-town walk and a high-speed Twin City Liner return cruise on the Danube.
“Very worth it. Bus was comfortable. Guide was gentle and acknowledgeable. 10/10”
Guided Hallstatt day trip from Vienna with Ort castle bridge photos and Skywalk or lake boat option. Long but well-run day.
“Was an amazing tour with Sophia , the bus was confortable and clean, several tips received and timing was perfect”
3-hour evening Danube cruise in Vienna with illuminated skyline views, upper-deck photo spots, and an onboard restaurant. Adults from $55.
“An absolutely wonderful river cruise, I went at 7pm and saw the sunset which was beautiful! The food and drinks were great and service was excellent”
A 3.5-hour Danube River cruise from Schwedenplatz in Vienna with two routes, Hundertwasser sights, and time through major locks.
“My favourite activity during my stay in Vienna. I could do it over and over again! So relaxing and fascinating! Highly recommend getting a table with a bottle of wine watching the water! You can also pay by card on the boat too!”
A scenic Danube River cruise from Vienna with optional Viennese specialties, showing modern skyline views and classic riverside architecture.
“Excellent! The food was delicious, the boat, crew, journey and views were fantastic. I would recommend this excursion. ☀️😝😁”
Vienna to Bratislava day trip with a guided Old Town walk and high-speed Danube catamaran return, plus free time and easy pickup.
“Really fun trip! The guide knew so much but also gave us time to explore. Great experience! Would do another excursion with this company.”
A 3.5-hour Danube cruise from Schwedenplatz for Vienna river views, plus a freshly prepared pork Wiener Schnitzel on board.
“The boat is really old and in need of a facelift. We sat outside and couldn't hear anything over the speakers. The schnitzel was excellent.”
3.5-hour Vienna Danube Canal boat cruise from Schwedenplatz with a seasonal 2-course lunch on MS Blue Danube.
“Lovely lunch on the boat, food was nice, choice of starter and main or main and dessert. Not many city views, but, was a lovely sunny, autumn day and the colours of the trees were beautiful. Relaxing and enjoyable. Good value for money.”
Sunday cruise from Vienna to the Wachau Valley on MS Kaiserin Elisabeth II, with meals and a 2-hour stop in Dürnstein.
“It was a very beautiful day an excellent trip from everything”
3-hour Danube cruise in Vienna with Wiener Lied Musik, a Wiener Heurigen buffet, and live singers visiting your table.
“everything was ready for us....no delays....no mistakes....no problems..just oerfect”
5-hour Danube cruise through Wachau Valley from Krems to Melk, with a seasonal 3-course meal and a glass of Wachau wine.
“My wife and I took the Krems Wachau Valley River Cruise with the 3- course meal on April 27th and we highly recommend it. The weather cooperated and we were able to get seats on the upper deck of the boat to enjoy the beautiful views. Seats on the upper deck are taken up quickly as there are people who take the cruise but not the meal so if you want to sit outside after you eat you need to be vigilant. The meal was excellent and the service staff were very polite and accomodating. For a cost of $94 per person (Canadian $) this was excellent value. We would…”
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