Things to Do in Vienna in November 2026: Markets, Goose and Secret Tips
Christmas market openings, Vienna Art Week, Martinigansl season, Wien Modern and our guides' secret tips: everything worth doing in Vienna in…
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What to do this month, where locals eat, Christmas markets, day trips and hidden gems – written by the people who show Vienna every day.
New in Vienna 2026: The Openings Worth Your Time
Sanatorium, Donauhof, sophie7, the reopened Café Bräunerhof and new museum rooms: our local, fact checked list of what genuinely opened in Vienna in…
Things to Do in Vienna in October 2026: Local Picks and Secret Tips
From the last days of the Kaiser Wiesn to the Viennale, National Day and the Erste Bank Open: our local guide to the best things to do in Vienna this…
Salzburg and Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna: Worth It?
Planning a Salzburg and Hallstatt day trip from Vienna? It is a 12 hour day. Here is why the train version disappoints, and how to do both properly.
Food Tours in Vienna: A Local’s Guide to Eating Your Way Through the City
Looking for the best food tour in Vienna? Compare our Naschmarkt, street food and wine tasting tours, plus what to eat and where, from a local team.
Vienna Christmas Markets 2026: Dates, Opening Hours and a Local’s Guide
A local guide to Vienna's Christmas markets, from Rathausplatz to Spittelberg. What to see, eat and drink, plus insider tips from Prime Tours.
The Best Day Trips from Vienna: A Local Guide to Where to Go and How to Choose
The best day trips from Vienna, chosen by a local team. Bratislava, Budapest, the Wachau, Salzburg and Hallstatt, with tips on how to plan.
Things to Do in Vienna: A Local’s Guide to the Best Sights, Food and 1 to 3-Day Itineraries
A local guide to the best things to do in Vienna, from Schönbrunn to coffee houses, plus ready-made 1, 2 and 3-day itineraries.
How Many Days Do You Need in Vienna? A Realistic Itinerary Planner
Wondering how many days in Vienna is enough? Get a realistic itinerary breakdown for 1-day, 2-day, and 4+ day trips, with day-trip ideas included.
The Real Story Behind Vienna’s ‘Third Man’ Tour
Discover the true history behind the Third Man tour Vienna: Carol Reed's 1949 film noir, its occupied post-war setting, and where to explore this era…
What Is a Heuriger, Really? A Local’s Guide to Vienna’s Wine Tavern Culture
A Heuriger is Vienna's own wine tavern tradition. Learn its history, the best neighborhoods like Grinzing and Stammersdorf, and how to pair local…
Why Linz Deserves a Spot on Your Vienna Day-Trip List
Linz is a direct 1h20-1h30 Railjet ride from Vienna. Discover the old town, Danube waterfront, and Linzer torte on an easy day trip or Hallstatt…
Bratislava Day Trip from Vienna: Skip the Big-Bus Price Tag for a Private Half-Day Trip
A practical guide to a Bratislava day trip from Vienna: border-free logistics, what to see in half a day, and private car vs. big-bus OTA tours.
A Day Trip to the Wachau Valley: Wine, Melk Abbey, and the Danube from Vienna
Plan a Wachau Valley day trip from Vienna: Melk Abbey, the Danube ferry, Dürnstein, and wine tasting, with train routes and a private guided option.
Private vs. Free Walking Tour in Vienna: Which One Is Right for You?
Free walking tour or private tour in Vienna? Compare group size, pacing, price and customization to find the right fit for your trip.
10 Years of Prime Tours: Back to Where We Started — Vienna Like a Local
Ten years ago we started Prime Tours with one idea: be a local for a day. To mark the decade, we are launching Vienna Like a Local, a free walking…
Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna 2026 a guide!
Heading to Vienna for Eurovision 2026? As Official Eurovision Partner we offer 50% off our Street Art Tour, plus daily Free Walking Tours in 5…
FREE Concert Tickets for Vienna: Take Our Must do’s in Vienna Quiz & Experience Imperial Magic at Palais Auersperg! 🎻
Take our free Vienna Quiz and win €49 concert tickets at Palais Auersperg! Discover the must-dos in Vienna, from Schönbrunn Palace to Mozart's…
Vegan Vienna
Explore how vegan Vienna is transforming traditional Austrian cuisine. Discover the best restaurants, cafés, and hotspots for meat-free food.
9 Must Do Experiences in Vienna
Discover the charme of Vienna with our handpicked selection of 9 must-do experiences. From iconic sights to hidden spots.
Wien Museum – the new Free Museum
The New Free attraction of Vienna has arrived with the Wien Museum and it is for FREE. 4 floors of history, art, statues and so much to find!
FREE Museums in Vienna to visit on the first sunday
Looking for Free Museums to visit in Vienna on the first sunday of the month? This guide shows you the best museums and acitvities to do in the city.…
Top 14 Restaurants in Vienna: A Foodie’s Guide to Vienna
Get to know the best restaurants in Vienna. Where to eat the perfect Wiener Schnitzel or amazing vegan food. Our top 13 restaurants in Vienna
Top 10 Coffee houses in Vienna: A Guide for Coffee Lovers
Discover the best coffee houses in Vienna. We show you where to eat the best Sachertorte, drink the best coffee and enjoy the vibrant city.
Vienna on the Move: Top 9 Activities for Active Seekers
Be active in Vienna with the 9 best active things to do in Vienna. From Hiking, Biking, swimming to enjoying the Danube by boat.
Vienna on a Budget: 20 things to do for free in Vienna
Vienna with low budget is possible. We present you 20 free things to do in Vienna. Explore the best of Vienna: Donau, Schönbrunn or Prater.
Top 9 must do’s in Vienna: Experiences you should have done
9 things you must do in Vienna: The Viennese Prater, jump into the Danube from Donauinsel, dance at a Ball or do a Day-trip to Bratislava
Top 9 Nature Adventures and Outdoor Activities – Escape the City
The best outdoor activities in Vienna: Visit the Vienna Woods, Lainzer Tiergarten, Schönbrunn Zoo, Stadtpark, the great Lobau national park.
Top 11 Cocktail Bars in Vienna: Sipping in Style
Discover the 11 best cocktail bars to explore in Vienna. From more elegant bars to historic touch and tradition, you can find it in Vienna!
Top 10 Historical Monuments in Vienna
The Top 10 historical monuments in Vienna. From palaces, to museums and sights, Vienna gives you a vast plethora of historical activities!
5 Viennas hidden gems that you should visit
Interested in what obtains exited off most Viennese itineraries? Good, we’re going to serve you all our favorite hidden gems and secret places in the…
Where do the Austrians go on summer on holiday?
Vienna and indeed the rest of Austria is a massive attraction for visitors. Its beautiful architecture and centuries of history or music, art and…
What was your first time in Amsterdam like?
Our relationship with travel has changed over the past two years. Now that travel is opening back up and the idea of stepping outside of our own…
Three Stories of a Christmas in 2024
Getting on the phone and contacting people about how they’re going to spend their Christmas has been an interesting experience, to say the least. I…
Vienna to Prague (A diary entry)
I have come to Prague for the weekend to get away from Vienna, my usual places, usual food, and the same routines I’ve been finding myself in. A 15…
Hipster culture in Vienna
Hipster Culture in Vienna is a brief note on the “Bobo” and their place in the European city of culture.
Explore the Street Art World with Prime Tours
Street Art in Vienna is accepted…and not, loved…and not, admired…and not. But everyone must admit...
3 must-try classic Viennese dishes
2019 was a record-breaking year for tourism in Austria’s capital city of Vienna, and along with the music, art, and scenery, many who visit also look…
Where to Explore this Winter Season
As restrictions with restaurants and bars are lifted and put in place again during this confusing time in all our lives, it’s important to get out of…
Vienna for Viennese – The guided tours of a different kind
Entertaining, exciting, macabre, new, Viennese, simple - Vienna for Viennese. Our top 5 guided tours in Vienna are of a different kind.
Springtime in Vienna: Top 3 parks to visit this season
Park in Vienna with its blossomy trees.
