Private tour in Vienna Elena H

Full Day Vienna Tour with Schoenbrunn Palace Visit

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Elena H.

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Greetings from Vienna - the Austrian federal capital and a wonderful city, that is considered to be the most livable city in the world for the tenth(!) time in a row according to annual Mercer's quality of living ranking. By the way, in August 2018, "The Economist" came to the same conclusion. The city of dreams, the city of music, the capital of a former great Empire! Let me introduce myself. My name is Elena and I have had quite a few occupations in my life like, for example, interpreter for business negotiations or medical translations. But the greatest fun I had was while working as a guide during my study at the university (Philology and German Studies)! So a few years ago I made a decision to return back to the roots and to devote myself again to this wonderful job, that is at the same time my passion and my hobby! I enjoy all these experiences, like meeting people coming from different corners of the world, visiting the most beautiful places of the country with them, sightseeing, showing them the precious museum collections, etc. All this definitely belongs to the most wonderful life experiences and brings me unforgettable impressions. I would help you to understand the moods and the soul of the Austrians, would explain to you the huge and complicated historical background of this country in a delightful manner and not like a boring lecturer, never forgetting that you are on your holidays! So my informative entertainment is full of funny stories and anecdotes. Even the kids find enjoyment visiting my excursions and tours! Being a very sensitive and tactful person it is very important for me, that you feel yourself comfortable all the time, so I am flexible and tailor the tours very individually for you. I would appreciate it very much if you would consider me as your Austrian guide and become my guests in Vienna! I will do my best to make your stay in this country an unforgettable experience for you and your family! I would attain my goal if you have a warm feeling in your heart with lots of amazing and beautiful memories thinking back about your tour! State certified Austrian Tour Guide I am not a driver but I can accompany you by public transport or I can arrange for a separate car/van/bus and driver.

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Overview of your Vienna tour

A combination of a walking tour with a trip by car allows you to see much more of Vienna, including the historical Downtown, the new International City with UN Headquarters, all arms of the Danube River, the world-famous Hundertwasser House, and many great Palaces of Vienna, including an inside visit to the Royal Summer Residence Schoenbrunn.

Recent Reviews

Ric R.United States
1 week ago

Elena was fantastic. Our cruise ship was not able to dock in Vienna due to the low water. This required some last minute modifications. She was very helpful and very expert in accomplishing that. Ours was a complex tour. We had members of our group with mobility issues. She modified the walking tour and had a bus for the afternoon. She also helped arrange transfers. She made it a wonderful day!

Terri B.United States
3 weeks ago

Elena was so knowledgeable, personable, professional and catered to our needs as well. My friend was not feeling well, so she helped us to find an apothecary ( drugvstore) with professional recommendations which was so helpful, thank you! We ended up learning so much history and culture and having such a lovely day! We love our jewelry pieces from FreyWille too! We feel that we understand the people, culture and food so much more. Elena is a delight! Highly recommend!

Barbara T.United States
June 2026

Our tour with Elena on May 25 was fantastic! We did the walking tour combined with some driving, and this worked out very well for us. Elena is very passionate about her work and has a tremendous knowledge base. We learned so much about the culture and history of Vienna and Austria as we explored the city with Elena. She is a delightful person, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with her. We would highly recommend a tour with Elena when visiting Vienna!

Gary B.United States
May 2026

Elena did a great job introducing our group of six to Vienna. We were a few days into our Viking river cruise and spent two days in Vienna. We had a few Viking excursions planned but also wanted a presentation with a more personal touch so we booked a full day Vienna tour. First off, we went to the modern side of the city on the other side of the river, then we went to some of the same locations that the other tour went to but different stops like the Lipizzaner stable and Elena had much more information to share and that made our time there more enjoyable. We drove around the city, got out at some locations for a more in depth explanation and went for a quick lunch stop. We finished our day with an in depth tour of the Schoenbrunn Palace then returned to the boat.

Marcia D.United States
March 2026

Elena was terrific. She was right on time and kept to a comfortable yet packed schedule. We covered many of the major attractions in the town center and each place was a puzzle piece in the history of this wonderful place. The walk was great, we had time for snacks and the very comfortable driving part of the tour took us to see more of the Danube and modern Vienna. The tour of Schönbrunn Palace was fantastic. She could tell you so much about the life, history and culture of the times. She is very knowledgeable and full of interesting and fun stories. She is easy to be with. We highly recommend Elena.

Sandi D.United States
December 2025

Thank you for the wonderful day learning all about Vienna. Elena was so smart and knowledgeable - she shared so much interesting information with us. Her enthusiasm for Vienna was evident and she kept us moving to see as much as possible. She knew her way around so well and also knew the history and features of the city. She showed us photos to help us better understand key places and important historical events/people. All our questions were answered and we came away so much smarter than when we arrived. We really feel like we know so much about the city and when we return someday we will have a great foundation for future visits! Thanks for a great day!!!

Your Vienna tour itinerary

We will meet at the main entrance of The State Opera and start our walking tour, which will last about 2-3 hours. We will see: The Opera House The Royal Residence Hofburg The Stables of Lipizzaner horses The Heroes Square Demel Cafe' Sacher Cafe' St. Steven's Cathedral Mozart House Medieval Streets of Vienna and more. Then our driver will pick us up and we will drive you around the city for about 2 hours. We will see: Hundertwasser House Belvedere Palace UN-Office Danube River The Parliament The City Hall of Vienna Parks and Gardens of Vienna Secession building The Bunkers of the Second World War and more. Then we will drive to Schoenbrunn Palace and start our excursion inside the Palace. Please note, that the transfer by car after the end of the tour in Schoenbrunn is not included, but of course, I can arrange it upon Your request. Metro is also an option.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

A Mercedes Van with a driver for max. 6 people plus the guide.

What's included
Other: My guide services, my good mood, my enthusiasm and humour, as well as your Private Transportation.
Private Guide
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance fee to Schoenbrunn Palace(Adults: EUR 35 and Kids from 6-18: EUR 19)Hint: I can buy tickets for you in advance, so we can skip the queuing line and save precious tour time!Public transport or Taxi from Schoenbrunn Palace to Your hotel/place.Food, drinks, souvenirs, WC charge.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Please prepare cash for the Palace tickets in advance
Meeting location

Vienna, Vienna, Austria

Main entrance of The State Opera, Opernring 2, 1010 Wien

Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Architecture
Museums
Tour reference number
374151
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Vienna best suited for?

This private tour in Vienna is perfect for first-time visitors who want to explore the city's rich history and culture. It's also ideal for those who prefer a combination of walking and driving to see more of Vienna's highlights, including the historical Downtown, the new International City, and the Royal Summer Residence Schoenbrunn. Families with kids, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns will find this tour accessible and enjoyable.

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