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The 15 Best Skip-the-Line Tickets in Vienna

42 tours  ·  from $15

Some Vienna queues are worth paying to avoid and some barely exist. The 15 below say which is which at Schönbrunn, the Hofburg, the Belvedere and the Ferris wheel, with the premium each ticket charges.

Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour - Meeting at the Ehrenhof Fountain
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Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

1.Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,739 reviews · 2 hours · from $63Our pick

Meet at the Ehrenhof Fountain under the green umbrella for a two-hour guided visit to Schönbrunn. Your guide leads you through 22 state rooms, the 40-meter Great Gallery, and the Hall of Ceremonies, then points out garden highlights and the Gloriette. Audio devices help you follow the commentary, with tours offered in 11 languages.

“The tour was wonderful. Lisa was fantastic, and a good sense of humor and information.”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour - Starting near Michaelerplatz
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour

2.Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,918 reviews · 2h 30m · from $61

Spend 150 minutes exploring Vienna’s Hofburg with a licensed guide such as Alex, Mario, Nicole or Mirko. Skip the ticket line for the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments, then see the courtyards, Spanish Riding School, Heldenplatz and Burggarten. Tours run in English, German, French, Italian or Spanish, with only one language used per group.

“Mirko was an amazing guide that made this tour special. He made us laugh, look and discover palace room by room, taking a peeking into imperial life. It was a wonderful tour and I highly recommend it”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour - Inside the palace: 22 rooms beyond the standard route
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour

3.Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,411 reviews · 2h 30m · from $76

Spend 150 minutes at Schönbrunn Palace with a licensed guide such as Alex, Mario, or Nicole. Reserved entry covers 22 rooms, including spaces beyond the standard individual route, followed by the courtyards, gardens, fountains, Roman Ruins, and views toward the Gloriette. Choose English, German, French, Italian, or Spanish.

“An excellent tour with Mario, in the palace and around, many interesting stories. thank you.”

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Vienna: Bus & Schönbrunn Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour - What you see from the Vienna coach
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Vienna: Bus & Schönbrunn Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

4.Bus & Schönbrunn Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,802 reviews · 3h 30m · from $81

This 210-minute tour pairs a bus ride past Vienna’s grandest sights with priority entry and a guided visit inside Schönbrunn Palace. You’ll see the Opera, Hofburg, Parliament, museums, and City Hall from the coach, then hear palace stories from a multilingual guide. Expect limited garden time and a return near the Vienna State Opera.

“rich history explanation and snippets are truly valuable not to be found on Google!”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket to the Danube Tower - The express lift and the 150-meter panorama
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket to the Danube Tower

5.Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket to the Danube Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,303 reviews · 1 day · from $21Best value

Use your skip-the-line ticket to enter Vienna’s Danube Tower and ride the express lift to observation decks 150 meters high. Enjoy 360-degree views over Vienna and the Danube, then add time for the revolving café or restaurant. The ticket covers entry only, so the slide, food, and reserved dining are extra.

“Walked right in and headed straight to the top. Definitely recommend!”

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Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour - Meeting at the Parade Court Fountains
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Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour

6.Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,540 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend about two hours at Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens with an English-speaking guide. You’ll get a short outdoor introduction, then enter the palace with priority access for a guided highlights tour. Guides such as Lisa, Dieter, Siri, and Raffe have been praised for clear stories, humor, and helpful local tips.

“Well-organized service with friendly and knowledgeable staff. The visit was smooth and well managed throughout.”

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Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Garden Skip-the-Line Guided Tour - Meeting at Group Center Schönbrunn
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Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Garden Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

7.Schönbrunn Palace & Garden Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,240 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Spend two hours touring Schönbrunn Palace and its gardens with a live English or German guide. See Maria Theresa’s apartments, the Great and Small Gallery, Carousel Room, and Hall of Ceremonies. The advertised group limit is eight, though bilingual guiding and busy palace rooms can affect the pace.

“Received a lot of historical information about the Hapsburgs and the intermarriages of the royal families. Also learned a lot about the different rooms and who and why the were created. Guide was very knowledgeable.”

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Skip-the-Line: Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg - Riding the brass elevator to Eagle’s Nest
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Skip-the-Line: Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg

8.Skip-the-Line: Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,212 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $126

Travel from Salzburg into Bavaria for a guided visit to Hitler’s former Eagle’s Nest retreat. You’ll ride a mountain shuttle and brass elevator, then have free time in Berchtesgaden. Guides such as José, Mitch, Leo, and Kylie have earned praise for clear history talks and good group care, but mountain weather can cancel the visit.

“Great tour. Pantina was our guide. Overcast in Salzburg and got to the Eagles nest and the sky opened so you could see all the mountains. Tour ended at a small village where we had lunch. Very nice day.”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Tour - Entering 22 State Rooms Without the Long Wait
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Tour

9.Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,089 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Meet your English or German-speaking guide at the Group Center near Schönbrunn station, then enter the palace through priority access. You’ll see 22 state rooms, including the Great Gallery and Hall of Ceremonies, before walking through the gardens to the Roman ruins and Gloriette. Guides such as Lena, Michael, Celine, and Alex are praised for clear, engaging storytelling.

“Loved our tour with Lena. She was engaging, knowledgeable and funny. The palace is a must see.”

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Vienna: Leopold Museum Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket - Klimt beyond the golden postcards
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Vienna: Leopold Museum Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

10.Leopold Museum Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 968 reviews · 1 day · from $22

Spend a day at Vienna’s Leopold Museum, home to the world’s largest Egon Schiele collection and major works by Gustav Klimt. Your ticket covers the permanent galleries and special exhibitions, with phone entry, wheelchair access, and views toward the Hofburg. Audio guides, tours, and food cost extra.

“In the app was written that only printed ticket will be accepted. At the entrance they check the QR code and accept also the electronic version.”

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Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Guided Tour and Vienna Historical City Tour - Meeting near the Vienna State Opera
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Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Guided Tour and Vienna Historical City Tour

11.Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Guided Tour and Vienna Historical City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 940 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Start near the Vienna State Opera for a guided drive past the Ringstrasse, Parliament, City Hall, Hofburg, and museums, then enter Schönbrunn Palace with a guide. You get about 40 minutes of free time, but the busy schedule may limit your garden visit. English is offered daily, though some departures combine languages.

“I enjoyed the garden as compare to the palace. The garden was very beautiful. The driver and guide were very friendly.”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour - Inside the palace: 22 rooms beyond the standard route
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour

12.Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 845 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Tour Schönbrunn Palace with a professional English-speaking guide, entering 22 rooms on the Highlights Route with reserved timed access. Then walk the imperial gardens, fountains, statues, Roman Ruins, and Gloriette viewpoint. Guides such as Gabi, Nicole, Alex, and Elma are praised for lively stories, while early start times work best in winter.

“Tour guide face is her personal insights and memories of the place!! Made it more personal. She was very informative and insightful and knew the history quite closely.”

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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Hofburg and Empress Sisi Museum Tour - Starting at the Emperor Franz I statue
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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Hofburg and Empress Sisi Museum Tour

13.Skip-the-Line Hofburg and Empress Sisi Museum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 801 reviews · 2 hours · from $55

Spend two hours exploring Vienna’s Hofburg with a live English, German, or Italian-speaking guide. Visit the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments, hear the story of Empress Elisabeth, pass the Spanish Riding School, and walk through Heroes’ Square and Josefplatz. The tour costs $55 and starts near the Emperor Franz I statue.

“Claudia was superb, friendly and very knowledgeable. She gave a lot of insights to hofberg and Vienna. The tour went at a comfortable pace and was good even for our 6year old. All praises, no bads and definitely recommended for anyone visiting Vienna.”

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Skip-The-Line Salt-Mines and Bavarian Mountains Tour from Salzburg - The coach ride from Salzburg to Obersalzberg
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Skip-The-Line Salt-Mines and Bavarian Mountains Tour from Salzburg

14.Skip-The-Line Salt-Mines and Bavarian Mountains Tour from Salzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 540 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $108

From central Salzburg, you’ll ride through the Bavarian mountains to Berchtesgaden Salt Mines. Expect a mine train, wooden slides, an underground lake boat ride, and a short stop in Berchtesgaden. Guides such as Hans, José, Leopold, and Walter have earned praise for their humor and local insight, though the mine portion may use an audioguide in English.

“Lots of good information-history. Well organized. Really fun slides. Love the miner life mini movie. Good length - only 45min”

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Skip the Line: Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna Entrance Ticket - The Picture Gallery and its major paintings
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Skip the Line: Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna Entrance Ticket

15.Skip the Line: Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 466 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Visit Vienna’s Kunsthistorisches Museum at your own pace with a paper ticket voucher. See Bruegel, Vermeer, Rubens, Rembrandt, Raphael, Velázquez, Dürer, the Kunstkammer, and Klimt’s staircase paintings. Allow two to four hours, and exchange the voucher at the group bookings kiosk before joining the museum entrance line.

“There is no advantage to buying tickets ahead of time with Viator because you still have 2 lines to stand in to get a true ticket and to enter. Loved the museum though!”

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