If your hotel is not located in the inner city, our guide will meet you on the right side of the Opera (if you're facing the front) by the fountain.
Description
More composers have lived in Vienna than in any other city in the world-find out why on our private Vienna music tour!
Our musical odyssey will begin with a private guided tour at the State Opera house (entrance fee NOT included) where you will get behind-the-scenes access to the most famous opera house in the world.
Afterwards, we'll embark on a leisurely musical stroll through the inner city of Vienna. Stops will include (but are not limited to):
- Palais Lobkowitz (where Beethoven premiered his Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” and the home of his main patron)
- Hofburg Imperial Chapel (where the Vienna Boys Choir perform every Sunday)
- The Mozart Memorial
- Former dance salon where the Waltz King Johann Strauss made the ladies swoon
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
- Mozart's home
and many more!
Heads up! Your tour includes skip-the-line entry at the Opera House, but the ticket price is not covered in the tour fee. You'll need to pay for your Opera House ticket at the entrance.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Group price
$286 per group of up to 15
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Private Vienna Music Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Wiener Staatsoper
Admission not included45 min
Your state-certified accredited guide will begin your tour at the State Opera house where you will get behind-the-scenes access to the most famous opera house in the world. Learn about its most famous conductors like Gustav Mahler, and the history of this temple of music. Heads up! Your tour includes skip-the-line entry at the Opera House, but the ticket price is not covered in the tour fee. You'll need to pay for your Opera House ticket at the entrance.
The Hofburg
Pass by
Your walk will begin at Palais Lobkowitz (where Beethoven premiered his Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” and the home of his main patron. Afterwards you'll see the Hofburg Imperial Chapel (where the Vienna Boys Choir perform every Sunday)
Burggarten
Pass by
See the memorial dedicated to Vienna's most famous resident- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Volksgarten
Pass by
Former dance salon where the Waltz King Johann Strauss made the ladies swoon
Beethoven Pasqualatihaus
Pass by
Ludwig van Beethoven's former residence
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Pass by
Famous gothic cathedral where Mozart was married, Haydn performed as a chorister for eight years, and much more!
What's included
Included
State-certified accredited Austria Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Entrance fee into State Opera House (skip-the-line access included but not admission fee!)
Pickup Locations & Times
If your hotel is located in in the inner city, our guide will be more than happy to pick you up directly from your hotel. Otherwise, we will contact you prior to your tour for an exact meeting location.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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24 reviews
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How it compares in Vienna
Rated higher than 88% of 326 reviewed tours in Vienna
Excurgo comparison of 1,207 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Vienna Music Tour take?
Private Vienna Music Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Private Vienna Music Tour cost?
Prices start at $286 per person for this Vienna experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Vienna Music Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Private Vienna Music Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. If your hotel is located in in the inner city, our guide will be more than happy to pick you up directly from your hotel. Otherwise, we will contact you prior to your tour for an exact meeting location. Pickup points include Boutique Hotel Nossek.
What languages is Private Vienna Music Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Vienna Music Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 24 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Vienna Bespoke.
Reviews(24)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Robyn_M
May 1, 2026 · via Viator
Best Private Tour in Vienna!
We booked a private music tour with Lisa. She was very helpful before the tour with options traveling to the opera house where we met her. She was very informative and friendly and we learned a lot about the musicians who lived and worked in Vienna. It was really wonderful!
Operator response
Hi Robyn! Thanks so much for your sweet review! I'm so happy you enjoyed the tour!! Have a great day!
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David_A
January 2, 2026 · via Viator
Highly recommend for music lovers
Excellent walking tour, nice pace, interesting commentary. We had a group of 8 ranging from 14-seniors. Something for everyone. Highly recommend. Lisa our tour guide was superb.
Operator response
Hi David, thank you SO much for your kind review!! We are so happy you enjoyed the tour!!
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Jennifer_R
December 24, 2025 · via Viator
The best way to see Vienna
Lisa is wonderful! She is so knowledgeable and engaging— it was my daughter & I’s first time in Vienna and she kicked off our trip perfectly. She tailored our tour to our interests, walked us through the major sites, and answered any questions we had. Highly recommend to any group of any ages!
Operator response
Hi jennifer!! thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy you enjoyed the tour :)
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Liane_P
December 23, 2025 · via Viator
Lisa was such a bundle of...
Lisa was such a bundle of joy during our music tour of the Vienna State Opera and the surrounding music buildings. She brought a very lively energy to her entire interaction with us. Even if members of your party aren’t super interested in music or history, her explanations of the architecture of the buildings were funny when appropriate which made the tour even more entertaining. On top of that, Lisa was very personable and there was never any awkward silence when in conversation with her. Lisa was always looking out for the group. When she heard that we were interested in seeing a concert in one of the churches in the city, she happily made the effort to check if there were still tickets available (Spoiler alert: She found out tickets were already sold out by the time she had asked, but the effort she made was greatly appreciated!)
Would definitely recommend Lisa for future tours!!
Operator response
Hi Liane!! Wow thank you for SUCH a kind review!! i am SO happy you enjoyed the tour, and I had so much fun with you and your family!! I hope you all enjoyed Elektra!!
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tinalS5601WO
July 28, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing private music tour!
Lisa is the best!
amazing! She was incredibly friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Lisa went out of her way to accommodate our needs — we were a group of four adults and two children, and she made sure everyone felt included and comfortable. We all adored her! Touring Vienna with Lisa was a wonderful experience - not only did we enjoy the walk, but we also learned so much thanks to her insights and storytelling.
Operator response
Hi Tina, thanks SO much for your wonderful review!!! We are so happy you enjoyed the tour so much :)
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Erica_F
July 24, 2025 · via Viator
Excellent Family Tour!
Lisa was a fabulous tour guide! Knowledgeable and entertaining, she engaged with our kids and teens and made this a wonderful experience!
Operator response
Hi Erica, thank you so so much for such a lovely review!!!
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Tina_L
July 21, 2025 · via Viator
Lisa is the best!
amazing!
She was incredibly friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Lisa went out of her way to accommodate our needs — we were a group of four adults and two children, and she made sure everyone felt included and comfortable.
We all adored her! Touring Vienna with Lisa was a wonderful experience — not only did we enjoy the walk, but we also learned so much thanks to her insights and storytelling.
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Sherry_H
July 7, 2025 · via Viator
A wonderful way to learn about the music history of Vienna through private tour
We had an amazing experience with Lisa as our guide. It was like seeing the city with an old friend! She had an encyclopedia of knowledge of not just the Opera House, but throughout the city on our walking tour. I could not figure out how to see the Opera House because it is off season for the Opera and Lisa made it all work. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
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DonnaC1770
June 3, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful musical tour of Vienna
We just had a wonderful tour of the musical highlights of Vienna with Lisa! She was warm, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. We booked this tour specifically because our oldest son is a musician and interested in classical music and history…Lisa filled us in on all sorts of interesting stories and details about Mozart, Beethoven, Mahler and many others. She had a wonderful repoire with our whole family. Thanks so much Lisa! (Also, fyi to fellow travelers, there is no Venmo in Europe!! Don’t get caught without cash for tips! So sorry Lisa!)
Operator response
Hi Donna!!! Thank you SO much that lovely review!!! :) You guys were the BEST and I had so much fun with you all!! And I learned so much too!!! Thank you again!
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Roy K
May 25, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Music tour
We thought this tour was very thorough and that Lisa was very kind and energetic. Her knowledge about the Opera House and surrounding areas was very insightful.
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