The 14 Drinking Tours in Vienna That Earn Their Price

1.Guided Pub Crawl with Club Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 720 reviews · from $11Our pick

Start at Dick Mack’s Irish Pub near Schwedenplatz, then follow an English, German, or Spanish-speaking guide through three Vienna bars and lounges. Expect free shots with purchased drinks, beer pong, karaoke on some nights, and club entry. Guides such as Erwin, Julia, Peter, Oscar, Laura, and Mila have led recent outings.

“Pretty decent night out with a couple of drinks and games. Beer pong and karaoke were fun, the guide was great at keeping it all nice. Thank you !”

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2.Vienna Nights Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 642 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $14

Start at Dick Mack’s Irish Pub at 9 p.m. for drinks and social games, then walk to Pickwicks for beer pong and karaoke before heading to clubs. Guides such as Oscar, Erwin, Julia, Kim, and Constantinos have hosted the crawl. Expect an international crowd, changing venues, and a late finish with your own way home.

“I actually want a refund as i feel ripped off. They say 3 drinks are included but 2 of the free drinks are at the first pub which is vert crowded and where u wait 15 minutes to get a drink, and the total stay time is 1 hour. So u cant get the second drink. And they dont even give u wine And third drink is non alcoholic, so technically there is no third drink. Also, there is no organization at all; they just tell u to go downstairs and u hang out yourself, u cant even know who else is at the pub crawl at this very crowded…”

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3.Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 278 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

At Stiegl-Brauwelt, explore the brewery museum, watch a 270-degree film, visit the brewhouse and bottling line, and taste three Stiegl beers. English and German guides lead the 90-minute tour. Named guides such as Marcus, Thomas, Anne, and Ana have been praised for making the technical details clear and fun. Expect stairs and no video recording.

“Our guide was so knowledgeable and answered lots of questions on the tour. Had multiple beer tastings which were lovely. Would highly recommend.”

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4.City Center Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 120 reviews · 5 hours · from $29

Meet your English-speaking guide at Dick Mack’s Irish Pub and walk through central Vienna for five hours, visiting three pubs, lounges, or dance halls. You’ll receive drinks along the way, try Wuzzelturnier if available, and finish with skip-the-line entry to a club in the Bermuda Triangle. Guide Oscar is praised for his energy and ability to include an international group.

“Oscar was absolutely amazing. From the moment the tour started, his energy and passion made the entire experience unforgettable. He communicates effortlessly in multiple languages, which made everyone in the group feel included and comfortable. What really stood out was his ability to connect with people. Oscar is a true people person. He made Vienna feel welcoming, alive, and personal, not just another city to visit. His knowledge, storytelling, and enthusiasm brought the history and culture to life in a way that was engaging and fun. If you are visiting Vienna and want to feel truly welcomed while learning and experiencing the city at a high level, this is the…”

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5.Stiegl Brewery Museum Entry Ticket & Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 35 reviews · 1 day · from $17

You’ll visit Stiegl-Brauwelt’s 400-square-meter beer museum in Salzburg, follow the brewery’s story with an audio guide in six languages, watch a 270-degree film, and taste two beers. The ticket includes one pour from a self-service tap and one craft beer at the Stiegl-Shop, but not a guided brewery tour.

“I didn’t know what to expect but maybe the summer time is better to visit. There are many other things I’d recommend”

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6.Guided tour of the Ottakringer brewery

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 32 reviews · from $23

Spend 1.5 hours inside Vienna’s Ottakringer brewery with an English- or German-speaking guide. Follow beer production from the brewhouse to bottling, learn how Vienna’s oldest private brewery developed, then sample freshly tapped beers from its award-winning range. Wear closed-toe shoes and expect plenty of standing.

“very good tour guide, clear and informative, interesting history, nice samples at the end”

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7.Saturday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Vienna, Austria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $28Top rated

Start at Vulcania Bar at 8:30 p.m. and follow an English-speaking guide through four central Vienna venues. You’ll get a 10% discount at Vulcania, a free shot with a cocktail at Daiquiri Shotothek, and free entry to Funky Monkey and Kaktus Club. Guides including Damla and Talma keep the group moving.

“Damla was amazing! She was so much fun and took care of all of us around the town! She was very sociable and was friendly to everyone!”

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8.Local Pub Crawl Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 15 reviews · from $28

Start at Marc-Aurel-Straße 7 at 9 p.m. for a Vienna pub crawl led by a local guide such as Al. Play table-top soccer, visit pubs, lounges, and dance halls, enjoy included drinks and shots, then finish at a nightclub. Entry fees are covered, but the night can feel more like a social party than a city tour.

“A very fun pub crawl and a great way to spend our first night in Vienna! Al, the pub crawl leader was so much fun and did such a great job at ensuring everyone was having a great time! Highly recommend this tour!”

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9.Craft Beer Tasting Experience with Local Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 15 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Meet your English-speaking beer guide at a cozy city brewery in Vienna’s 1st District. Over two hours, you’ll learn how Austrian beer is made, taste four seasonal brews, rate them on a tasting sheet, and share traditional snacks. Guides such as Oscar and Andreas add a friendly, personal touch.

“Til prisen, følte man sig væsentlig forbigået”

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10.Friday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Vienna, Austria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $28

Start at Pickwick’s at 8:30 pm for a welcome shot, then visit Vulcania, Funky Monkey, and Kaktus Club. An English-speaking guide leads this four-hour crawl through central Vienna, with a 10% discount at Vulcania and free entry at the final two venues. Drinks are extra.

“Our experience was excellent. Our guide, Salma, was extremely friendly as we danced and drank the night away. We would certainly recommend the Pub Crawl to all fun loving people.”

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11.Austrian Beer Tasting and Self-Guided Tour of Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · 1 day

Use a local beer expert’s digital booklet to plan your own day among three Vienna Old Town beer halls and breweries. Taste six Austrian beers, from Märzen to IPA, while learning about 700 years of brewing. Food, drinks, reservations, and transport are your responsibility, but the $11 group price makes this a low-cost way to build your own beer route.

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12.Ottakringer Brewery tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · from $23

Visit Vienna’s Ottakringer Brewery for a 90-minute tour covering the brewery’s history, brewing methods, equipment, and beer range. English tours run only Thursdays and Saturdays at 4pm. Guides such as Maia have led friendly, informative visits, followed by a tasting of several Ottakringer beers. The tour begins and ends at Ottakringer Platz.

“Super nice and informative guide. Friday night production for the week was already over. Book for more "action" during the week. Afterwards tasting of almost all varieties possible.Auto-translated”

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13.Private Austrian Beer Tasting Tour in Vienna Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · from $287

Meet your private beer guide at Deutschordenskirche and walk Vienna Old Town while tasting Austrian beers at local pubs. Choose 4 beers over 2 hours, 6 beers with appetizers over 3 hours, or 8 beers with food over 4 hours. Guides such as Susanne, Ute, and Michael have led tours with strong beer and Vienna history knowledge.

“Susanne was a great guide. She was very knowledgeable about the beers, however she took extra time to point out the historical sites and their significance. Very enjoyable tour!!”

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14.Thursday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Vienna, Austria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $25

Start at Pickwick’s Pub at 8:30 pm, then walk to Vulcania Bar, Daiquiri Shotothek, and Funky Monkey Bar. You’ll get a welcome shot, a 10% discount, a free shot with a cocktail purchase, and free final-entry. The English-speaking guide, including Sabine on some nights, helps international visitors meet people and find Vienna’s Thursday-night scene.

“The drinks were very good and the beer at the first and second locations was perfect for a Thursday night. The last place had a DJ. All the places were full with locals, great tour.”

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