Austria · HORSE CARRIAGE RIDES
The 12 best fiaker rides you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Set out from St. Stephen’s Cathedral or Michaelerplatz in a private two-horse Fiaker for a 30-minute ride through Vienna’s historic center. Your English- or German-speaking coachman points out the Hofburg, Ringstrasse, museums, Parliament, and Town Hall. Guides such as Gary and Fiaker Paul have also helped with photos and horse introductions.
“very nice experience. it is very romantic. we had a nice time.”
Start at the Fiaker Horse Center in Simmering with a 30-minute stable tour led in English or German. Learn how a family-run carriage business cares for its horses, then settle into an original Fiaker for a one-hour ride toward central Vienna via St. Marx and the Ringstraße. Optional breakfast is available at Cafe Falco.
“We spent 3 days in Vienna seeing a lot of the attractions and this rated highest in our opinion for the content, value for money and sheer enjoyment. The staff and horses were genuinely welcoming and lovely and the carriage ride into the city centre showed us a variety of architecture and roads we wouldn't otherwise have had the chance of seeing. Highly recommended to learn a little about the Flakers and have a nice start to one day. We took the U3 to Simmering and then changed to the overground S80 to Haidestrasse with a 10 minute slow walk then to the stables. Easier than we worried about before…”
Settle into a weatherproof four-seat carriage at the Albertina and glide past the Hofburg, Spanish Riding School, Burgtheater, Albertina, and Opera. Depending on your package, enjoy sparkling wine, Austrian delicacies, and private butler service. English and German commentary may be provided by your coachman or guide.
“Wonderful way to see Vienna’s historic sights sipping champagne”
Meet your Fiaker in front of Schönbrunn Palace for a private 30-minute horse-drawn ride through the Baroque gardens. Your English- or German-speaking driver shares stories about Vienna, the palace, its inhabitants, and the city’s carriage tradition while you see the Neptune and Obelisk fountains, Palm House, Orangerie, Gloriette, and palace buildings from a comfortable seat.
Travel by coach from Salzburg to Ramsau am Dachstein for a two-hour horse-drawn sleigh ride through snowy Alpine country. Guides such as Leo, Lisa, Leopold, and Walter have led the outing, which includes lodge stops and free time for Styrian food. Snow is not guaranteed, so bring layers and sturdy shoes.
“It was a phoenomenal tour! Anyone in Salzburg during winter time must do this. Horse sleigh ride was fantastic and pretty long one as well! Loved it!”
Leave Salzburg by private vehicle for the countryside near Faistenau or St Wolfgang. Your driver-guide handles the trip, while a local horse team takes you through winter scenery for about 50 minutes. Blankets, sleigh bells, mountain air, and an optional café stop make this a memorable outing, but poor snow can mean a wheeled carriage instead.
“This was an excellent tour. The driver took us to several lookouts where we could take pictures on our way to the sleigh ride and then we visited some towns on our way back. It was a wonderful car ride both out and back. The sleigh ride was very special. We had hoped for snow and we almost had it but it ended up being rain and sleet. The countryside was gorgeous and the horses were special.”
Take a private 40-minute horse-carriage ride through Vienna’s Inner City for up to four people. Sip Austrian sparkling wine, share eight mini sandwiches and eight petit fours, and hear about sights such as Hofburg Palace, Heldenplatz, Graben, and City Hall. Guides including Marco have been praised for friendly service and useful local tips.
“Fantastic Trip , Highly Recommend . Staff were amazing . Great way to see the city . Food & drink was amazing”
Leave Salzburg by private vehicle for a four-hour outing to St Wolfgang and Lake Wolfgang. Your horse-drawn sleigh may run on runners or wheels, depending on snow and safety. Expect blankets, woodland and lakeside scenery, guide commentary, and free time for coffee, a walk, or Christmas markets.
“Beautiful surroundings; sleigh and mounts in fabulous trim; and a local tour guide to escort "to" and "from" the sleigh location (arrived perfectly on time, unfailingly courteous and informative). The most romantic may cavail at the driver's sensible perference for compacted snow on paths rather than risking the snow drifts - but we found it a wonderful experience; perfect for small groups and families.”
Start at a Vienna Fiaker stable for a guided look at the horses, harnesses, carriages, and coachmen’s daily routines. Then ride about an hour through the 11th district and past Belvedere, the Ringstraße, and Hofburg landmarks, ending near Michaelerplatz or Stephansplatz. The stable visit is the main attraction.
“We thoroughly enjoyed taking the tour of the carriage horse stables and learning all about the lives of the horses and the carriage drivers. The stables could not have been more well kept and the horse were immaculate. Highly recommend.”
Begin with a four-course dinner and aperitif at Hotel Imperial, then follow a guide in Mozart costume to a 20-minute carriage ride through Vienna’s old town. Finish with a Vienna Mozart Orchestra concert in the best ticket category, an intermission drink, program booklet, and Mozart CD. The exact concert venue depends on your booking.
“The entire even was very well organized. Mozart costumes dressed guides were super. They made the entire event to flow very smoothly and everyone seemed to enjoy it. Thank you!”
You’ll spend one hour in a private imperial e-carriage for up to four people, starting at Albertinaplatz and circling Vienna’s grand central sights. Your driver guides you past Hofburg Palace, the Ringstrasse, Karlskirche, the Opera, and more, with champagne and water included. Drivers such as Ali and Payton have been praised for friendly, informative service.
“Great guide; flexible and kind. Engaging and fun experience. Do it!! Great overview of the city and its history”
Ride through Vienna’s old town in a private electric Imperial Carriage for 60 minutes. Your guide covers palaces, cafés, churches, museums, and grand squares, with hotel pickup in the city center, onboard Wi-Fi, and a complimentary Prosecco, beer, or soft drink.
“Excelente servicio, por parte de la empresa y del guía, muy amables, una experiencia única”
Pick a palace, a mountain or a concert hall.
