Vienna

Wine Tasting & Winery Tours

Since time immemorial, around 700 hectares of wine have been cultivated within Vienna's urban area. The roots of viticulture here go as far back as the Romans, who populated the city two thousand years ago.  But what exactly is left of the former empire in Vienna today and how is that related to Viennese wine? Get to the bottom of these questions in the truest sense of the word with a guided wine tasting in the city's deepest and non-public wine cellar.  A professional wine expert will lead you into the cellar to taste three different wines. The wines range from classic Viennese wines to other Austrian wines, which will, of course, be paired with a small snack from the in-house, family-owned delicatessen.

Your half-day wine tour starts with a pickup at your downtown hotel (or recommended pickup location) with an air-conditioned minibus. After the last pickup, you will start your 30-minute drive to Weinviertel wine region. En route you’ll learn about Austria's fascinating history and hear about the country’s long and rich wine tradition. After arriving in the region, you’ll visit 3 unique wineries. These small, family-owned wineries produce about 35,000 to 50,000 bottles of wine each year, mostly sold in selected restaurants and from their cellars. In the small groups, you will have the opportunity to look behind the scenes and taste 4 wines at each of the wineries. At the last stop of the winery tour, you finish the day with a classic Austrian countryside dinner so you can discuss your wine discoveries as you enjoy your meal. After the tour and meal, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel or preferred downtown drop-off point in Vienna.

Discover the most beautiful section of the Wachau Valley on this full-day biking and wine tasting excursion in Austria’s most beautiful valley, voted the Best Historic Destination in the World in 2008. Enjoy a glorious day of sipping, swirling, and casual cycling through the country’s most famous wine-making regions. World-renown for its quality white wines, stunning villages, and breathtaking scenery, the Wachau Valley is the perfect place to enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Arrive by train and then hop on your bike to explore with your expert guide. Breathe in the fresh country air as you cycle by historic towns, charming villages, and spectacular scenery. Stopping at local wineries, you’ll sample dry and fruity whites as well as other delicacies, like the valley’s famed apricot jams and liqueurs. During free time, explore the medieval town of Dürnstein, a well-known Wachau highlight, complete with a castle where Richard the Lionhearted was once held prisoner. Or perhaps you’d rather swim in the Danube and then enjoy lunch at the local tavern, a traditional family-run restaurant. When your time in the valley is up, take a relaxing train ride back to Vienna. This winery bike tour of the Wachau Valley is the perfect choice for those looking for a unique wine tasting experience that combines fun, biking, and stunning scenery.

Vienna is the only capital city in the world that cultivates wine directly within the city. Throughout this tour, you will get to the bottom of the famous Viennese wine in the literal sense of the word. You will be taken to a special kind of tasting in which you will find out everything about Viennese wine. You will also discover hidden and secret wine cellars which exist in Vienna's city center. Several stops of your tour will see you visiting wine cellars which have been opened exclusively for you. You will taste selected wines, and since your guides don't want you to leave hungry, there will also be typical Viennese snacks at every stop. Throughout your tour you will visit Haas and Haas, Restaurant Ofenloch, and a special highlight (secret place), each of which will provide you with a different glass of wine and an authentic Viennese snack.

Arrive at the traditional Viennese wine cellar located directly in the hearth of Vienna City Center. Taste quality local fine wine with Viennese spreads and small wine snack. Enjoy explanation of the various flavors and history of each wine from your perch in traditional Viennese ambience. Choose from two options either „Heuriger“ wine tasting or richer Wine Tasting "Gourmet". Both of them contains three samples of wine. The tasting will be accompanied by a sample of delicious regional Austrian wine spreads and peculiarities. Live Austrian folk music in wine cellar is available at 07:00 pm

Spend your day discovering the Danube Canal on an e-bike ride to Klosterneuburg Abbey. Explore the abbey, enjoy a wine tasting, and discover Danube Island. Meet your guide in the center of Vienna and grab your e-bike. Cycle on the Ringstrasse, past monumental buildings and famous landmarks, such as the State Opera and Heldenplatz. Follow the Danube Canal to Nussdorf, nestled at the base of Kahlenberg. Continue along the Danube to Klosterneuburg. At Klosterneuburg Abbey, enjoy a 30-minute guided tour. Afterwards, taste local wines with explanations about the wines you'll be tasting. Take a ride on Danube Island to complete your experience.

Enjoy a stroll through the impressive labyrinth of cellar vaults constructed and designed by the engineering genius of Carl Ritter von Ghega. The cellars have a magical flair and are filled with countless bottles of wine. Discover the traditional method of sparkling winemaking in the unique ambiance of Austria’s oldest and biggest sparkling wine cellar. Immerse yourself into the world of sparkling wine and experience a fascinating journey from the grape to the glass. The 60-minute audio tour of the Schlumberger Wine Cellar provides information on the origin of sparkling wine and champagne making and explains how the sparkle is born inside the bottle. Try to “hand-riddle” the bottles on the wooden sloping racks and unravel the secret behind disgorging and dosage. Discover the cellar and the history of Schlumberger which dates back to 1842. After the tour, you have the opportunity to enjoy one of the three tasting sets of either sparkling wines, rosé wines, or a mix. Also, have the chance to take home a bottle or two of the famous Schlumberger sparkling wine.

Experience the stunning beauty of Austria’s most picturesque valley, noted for its spectacular white wines. The true allure of the Wachau Valley is revealed once you travel outside the city centers and onto the smaller country roads. On this full-day tour you’ll travel in a van that accommodates up to 8, and is able to maneuver the narrow roads that will take you into the heart of the Wachau Valley. Accompanied by your expert driver/guide, you’ll learn about wine-making and the fascinating history and culture of the region.   During the tour you’ll taste a wide variety of the valley’s dry and fruity whites and sample other local delicacies such as the valley’s famed apricot jams and liqueurs. You’ll have free time to explore the medieval town of Dürnstein, a highlight of the region. The town is overlooked by a castle where Richard the Lionhearted was once held prisoner. Enjoy lunch in a heuriger, a traditional family-run Austrian wine tavern. Sit back as your driver takes you through quaint villages and picturesque vineyard landscapes. End the day with a 1 hour River Cruise down the Danube River from Spitz to Melk (28th April 2018 - 7th October 2018).

How did people produce fragrances 200 years ago? What did the world-famous empress Sisi smell like? Find out this and much more on this unique tour of the oldest perfumery in Vienna, which exclusively catered to the emperor and empress. Hear about how perfumes have been a part of Viennese society since the emperor-times. In the KuK Perfumery Filz, find out everything about ancient Viennese fragrances and their secret ingredients. Taste the emperor's fragrances and other traditional Viennese fragrances which have been around for more than 200 years. As a small souvenir, you will also receive a traditional Viennese perfume to take home with you.

Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this Lonely Planet Experience. Your evening tour of Vienna will begin with a look at the beautiful Karlskirche, considered to be the most outstanding baroque church in the city. From here, walk around the corner and feel the buzz and life of the 4th district. This whole area is full of art, music, and some truly amazing pastries. For the first stop, tickle your sweet tastebuds with a favorite local bakery and allow a pastry-extraordinaire to show you handmade pastries made from generations-old recipes. Paired perfectly with your sweet treat, enjoy a wonderful cup of Viennese coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. After soaking up the sights, smells, and chocolate-y delights, enjoy coffee at the market. Discover where the Viennese go for a good night out, and head to 4th District. Enter into an industrial-style bar with rotating DJs and killer cocktails. Then, find yourself in the 16th District and try some taste street food, typical of Viennese cuisine. Enjoy the bustling square, people watching and sipping on a glass of Austrian beer or wine. Arrive nest in District number 5 and find out what real Viennese food is all about. Try a taste and traditional dish paired with Austrian wine. Visit Neubau in the 7th district, and local favorite, and learn why it's one of the city's leading creative centers. Here, stop in two bars to end off a great night of exploration and good food. Taste a glass of Zweigelt, an Austrian red wine, beer, or a cocktail on a rooftop patio, and admire the stunning views over the city. End the tour at a secret second bar known for the best innovative cocktail in town. Ask your guide for tips to continue the night, and keep the party going.