Krems

Austria

Cruise past terraced vineyards and medieval castles while sipping world-class Danube Valley wines in Austria's most picturesque river town.

Currency Euro (EUR)

Language German

Time Zone CET (UTC+1)

Best Time to Visit May–Oct

Typical Duration 7-9 nights

Price Range $1,354–$10,040 per person

Port Type Port of Call

Tender Port No

Gateway to the Wachau Valley wine region and a charming medieval town on the Danube River, offering river cruisers access to Austria's cultural and scenic highlights.

Cruises that visit Krems

Build Your Day in Krems

Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.

Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM

Usually about 11 hours ashore

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Aggstein Castle Medieval castle with Danube views Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 6k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Wellen.Spiel Casual riverside eatery with a terrace Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 5k

Göttweig Abbey Benedictine monastery with scenic views Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 4k

Dürnstein Castle Medieval castle ruins with scenic views Historical landmark · ★ 4.7 · 4k

ALEX Krems In-store shopping Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 4k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

2Stein Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 3k

MARIANDL Shopping In-store shopping·In-store pickup Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 3k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Hofbräu am Steinertor Dine-in·Takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 2k

Steinertor Onsite services Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 2k

Karikaturmuseum Krems Playful cartoon & satirical art museum Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat

Schnitzel Drive-in Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 2k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Firenze Pizzeria Restaurant - Dein Italiener in Krems-Stein Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery Italian · ★ 4.6 · 2k

Schmid's Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 1k

Steiner Tor City Shopping Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4 · 1k

Alter Klosterkeller Dine-in·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 1k

Restaurant Loibnerhof - Knoll Dine-in·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Badearena Krems Swimming pool · ★ 3.9 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Cafe-Konditorei Raimitz Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Sat

Café-Konditorei Hagmann GmbH Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Cafe · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat

BurgerKUHnst Krems Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Hamburger · ★ 4.6 · 1k

MarktSpiel Krems Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k

City Cafe Ulrich Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4.3 · 1k

Landgasthaus Essl Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Thu

Landhaus Bacher Dine-in·No delivery Fine Dining · ★ 4.7 · 1k

Poldi Fitzka Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Schwarze Kuchl Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

MOYOme ...the little different place. Food.Market.Deco Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Sat

Gasthaus Jell Dine-in·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k

Hofmeisterei Hirtzberger Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Fine Dining · ★ 4.8 · 1k Closes soon · 9 PM

Piano-Bierlokal Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Kaffee Campus Krems Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Coffee shop · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat

Hailey’s - MEET & EAT Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k

Leopold - bar, wine bar, shop Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Stadtpark State park · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Landesgalerie Niederösterreich Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat

GOZZO by LATE Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Freizeitanlage am Kamp Outdoor swimming pool · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

MÖRWALD Grafenegg Restaurant Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 3.6 · 0k

Badesee Traismauer Swimming lake · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Tony's Restaurant & Lounge Dine-in·Delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue

Esslokal Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Fine Dining · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closes soon · 8:30 PM

Kuenringerbad Swimming pool · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Bistro Krems Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Bistro · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Mezcal Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Kaiser von Österreich - Silvia und Hermann Haidinger Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k

WEINSTEIN Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Gozzoburg Krems Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 0k

Donaulife Coffeeshop Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Kremser Tor Onsite services Historical landmark · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat

Simandlbrunnen Historical landmark · ★ 4.5 · 0k

XO Bar & Lounge Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Cocktail bar · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Veit Bar Drinx & Snax Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Dominican Church Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat

Wohnzimmer Krems - Cafe | Frühstück | Sweets Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat

Apapika Bowls Dine-in·Takeout Hawaiian · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closes soon · 9 PM

Museumkrems Museum · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat

Steirisch Irish Pub Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Küchenklang Wachau Dine-in Restaurant · ★ 5 · 0k

BREADLEY Bistro & Café Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun

Sweet & Sour Krems Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closes soon · 9 PM

Jazzkeller Krems Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Jazz · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 PM Sat

Kreuzbergwarte Observation deck · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open now

Quba Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.1 · 0k

Area21 Swimming lake · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM Sat

Bar Centrale Dine-in Cafe · ★ 5 · 0k

Donaustrand Rossatz Public bath · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open 24 hours

Krems City Shopping Shopping mall · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Badestrand Mautern Swimming lake · ★ 4.4 · 0k

Carla Shop Krems Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 3.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

H3 Fashion Store In-store shopping Clothing store · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat

Kremser Altstadtlokale Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 5 · 0k

Sedmaka Krems Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k

Das Turm Coffee & Bar Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 5 · 0k

Rabengasse Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Mariensäule Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

Next Departures from Krems

About Krems

Krems stands as a vibrant hub along the Danube River, welcoming cruise passengers from three major river cruise lines including Viking River Cruises and Riverside Luxury Cruises. While primarily a port of call, Krems serves as an excellent stop on the region's most popular itineraries, with over 1,200 upcoming cruises featuring this charming Austrian town. The peak season runs from May through November, with particularly strong activity in the autumn months, making it an ideal destination for those planning their Danube river cruise.

From Krems, you'll have easy access to the stunning Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage region renowned for its terraced vineyards and medieval charm. Most cruises departing or calling here feature seven-night itineraries that explore the broader Danube corridor, with popular routes connecting to Vienna, Budapest, Passau, and other iconic river destinations. Whether you're embarking on your journey or simply enjoying a few hours ashore, Krems offers the perfect blend of authentic Austrian culture and scenic river valley beauty.

UNESCO Wachau Valley Wine Country

Explore the terraced vineyards cascading down to the Danube, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for crisp white wines. Visit local wine taverns in the charming surrounding villages or take a short hike through the picturesque landscape to taste Grüner Veltliner directly from family-owned producers.

Medieval Old Town Wandering

Stroll through Krems' beautifully preserved medieval core, featuring narrow cobblestone streets, Renaissance townhouses, and the impressive Steinertor gate. The historic Piarist Church and vibrant town squares showcase centuries of Austrian architecture and culture within easy walking distance from the cruise port.

Fresh Danube Fish & Local Cuisine

Savor traditional Austrian specialties at waterfront restaurants, including fresh Danube fish, schnitzel, and apricot strudel. Local taverns serve authentic regional dishes paired with Krems wines, offering an authentic taste of Danube Valley culinary traditions in intimate, centuries-old settings.

Kunstmeile Gallery District Discovery

Wander the Kunstmeile (Art Mile), featuring contemporary art galleries, museums, and creative studios showcasing Austrian and international artists. This vibrant cultural quarter transforms Krems into an unexpected hub for modern art, with exhibitions and installations that contrast beautifully with the town's medieval heritage.

Danube Riverside Market & Crafts

Browse the charming riverside market stalls selling local handicrafts, pottery, fresh produce, and regional souvenirs. The waterfront promenade bustles with artisan vendors and small shops offering authentic Austrian goods, perfect for finding unique gifts while enjoying views of the Danube and surrounding vineyards.