Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
German
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
7-14 nights
Price Range
$1,354–$18,843 per person
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Vienna serves as a gateway to Danube River cruises, offering passengers access to one of Europe's most scenic waterways while exploring the imperial capital's rich cultural heritage and historic architecture.
Cruises that visit Vienna
- cruises to Vienna
- Vienna sailings
- Vienna cruises
- 4-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 5-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 6-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Riverside Luxury Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking River Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Vienna
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 10:00 PM
Usually about 14 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Schönbrunn Palace
Lots of activities and interesting stuff all around.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
Prater
Full of activities for all the daring people of any age
Open now
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Fantastic architecture and set in a busy part of town with lots to do.
Belvedere Palace
Klimt’s original Kiss painting is here which is what inspired our visit.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Vienna State Opera
stunning, immersive, and completely unforgettable.
Hofburg
A massive and sprawling complex with enough things to do to last 2-3 days.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
Permanent fairground ride & exhibition
Westfield Shopping City Süd
For reasonable prices, a bit outside Vienna
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Hundertwasser House
It has a trippy, Alice in Wonderlands, hippy vibe to the whole place.
Westfield Donau Zentrum
Great option for shopping in Vienna, hosting big variety of Brands.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Figlmüller – Restaurant Bäckerstraße
The food was incredible—flavorful, beautifully presented, and memorable.
Maria-Theresien-Platz
Great for walking and relaxing between visits in the museums around.
ROLLERCOASTERRESTAURANT Vienna
Great and unique atmosphere, professional staff and tasty food/drinks.
Danube Tower
There's even an open-air viewing platform for a truly immersive experience.
Sisi Museum
The Sisi Museum in Vienna is a truly captivating and memorable experience.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Schnitzel One
Excellent service, superb food and a great modern vibe.
Wien Mitte The Mall
The most central shopping mall in Vienna, has everything I need!
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Imperial Crypt
It's one of many attractions that you can see for free with the Vienna Pass.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Column of Pest
Perfect for a quick history flex and some epic photo ops 📸🪞.
Time Travel Vienna
The interactive exhibits are engaging and the staff is very knowledgeable.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Schnitzelwirt
Food: 4 out of 5 Service: 5 out 5 Price: 5 out of 5
Restaurant Vienne/OnurChefs
Amazing food, great drinks, but the service was the crown of the jewel.
Kunst Haus Wien. Museum Hundertwasser
Fun and Quirky, unique art experience!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Wien Museum Mozart apartment
Our kids play classical violin and this was a must do on our list.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Imperial Treasury
It’s a perfect activity for a cold day, and staff are all very friendly.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
St. Peter's Church
You can sit for hours and contemplate faith and art too.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Reinthaler's Beisl
Spectacular food, friendly service, great location, nice atmosphere.
Puerstner
The service and the food were excellent and there is a great atmosphere.
BahnhofCity Wien Hauptbahnhof
Many shops and restaurants Clean
Closes soon · 9 PM
Griechenbeisl
Food, Beer, Service, and Atmosphere were fantastic!
Kaufhaus Gerngross
Free toilets, lots of shops, clothes, food etc
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Steffl
Very expensive clothes but a lot of variety and elegant clothes
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Inn Reinthaler
Delicious & great portion of food pairing with excellent customer service !
Vienna City Hall
There were varied food trucks and bars and live concert huge screen.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Ringstraßen Galerien
Good mix of shops for the daily needs.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Steirereck
Very attentive staff, creative food.
Zum weißen Rauchfangkehrer
The service was flawless and the food was both creative and delicious.
Gasthaus Pöschl
Generous portions, wholesome flavours and the desserts were delicious.
Huth Gastwirtschaft
High quality food - fresh, flavorful and executed perfectly.
SIXTA
Delicious food, a beautiful atmosphere, and outstanding service.
Strandbad Gänsehäufel
Huge island with shady trees, different places to swim and cafes to eat.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Schachtelwirt
The food was delicious, the staff friendly and the portion sizes big.
Strandbad Alte Donau
Pro: Clean, pleasant swimming.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Needle Vinyl Bar
Amazing atmosphere, great music, friendly staff and delicious drinks!
Kleinod
Friendly fun staff, great music, really nice setting & brilliant drinks.
CopaBeach
Clean swimming water, great food, decent toilets, awesome atmosphere!
Open · Closes 10 PM
Schafbergbad
Perfect location for relax, get some sun and cool your self in big pool
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Ferstel Passage
Love the artisan shops, the excellent retaurants and the vibe overall.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Grüner Kakadu
Amazing cocktails, great atmosphere and very friendly staff.
Josef Cocktailbar
... cozy and comfortable design, lovely barmen and good music!
The Chapel Bar - Speakeasy
Every drink was visually stunning and we enjoyed relaxing in the bar.
Restaurant Rote Bar
My perch was cooked perfectly and the recommended wine pairing was spot on.
Restaurant Konstantin Filippou
A fantastic lunch accompanied by excellent explanations from the sous chef.
Buxbaum Restaurant
Great experience, imaginative dishes and large wine list
Restaurant Das Essen FM
The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.
Matiki Bar
Very attentive service, great cocktails and cozy seating!
BahnhofCity Wien West
Many shops and a place to store your luggage for cheap 2-4,5 euro for a day
Closes soon · 9 PM
Mraz & Sohn
Every dish from the menu was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavor.
Atmosphere Rooftop Bar
Amazing rooftop bar with great views of Vienna at night.
Plus43 | Speakeasy | Cocktail Bar
The drinks were prepared perfectly in a bar with a unique atmosphere.
Truth & Dare
The cocktails were unique and delicious, and the service was great.
Restaurant JOLA
The food was imaginative, beautifully presented and tasted amazing.
Apron
The dishes were creative and incredible, and the service is unmatched.
Lagerwiese Romaplatz
Surprisingly, the water is pristine and warm.
Open 24 hours
Pramerl and the Wolf
The food was exquisite and the drink pairings were well made.
DEVAL
Every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor.
Strombucht
Water was muddy, but I didn't feel dirty or anything.
Open 24 hours
Gravity Bar Wien
Amazing drinks, friendly staff and great atmosphere.
Silvio Nickol
The dinner was impeccable, truly unique dishes with perfect wine pairing.
Große Bucht Aussichtsplatform
... along the banks of the Old Danube and some good swimming spots
Open 24 hours
Glasswing Restaurant by Alexandru Simon
The tastings menu was remarkable and the service was impeccable.
Closed
Center Wien Mitte
It is the biggest complex in Vienna and has every thing you need
Open · Closes 10 PM
Donau beach
ALTEDONAU NICE:-)
Open 24 hours
Asperner See Seestadt
The water extremely clean, great day for outdoor activities.
Open 24 hours
Public Beach - Badestrand
It looked for me and my friend like abandoned beach.
Open 24 hours
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Vienna
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Vienna
Vienna stands as one of Europe's premier river cruise destinations, with five major cruise lines offering over 2,300 sailings annually along the Danube. While primarily a port of call rather than an embarkation point, Vienna attracts cruisers from around the world who are exploring the river's most celebrated route. Seven-night itineraries dominate the season, typically combining Vienna with neighboring ports like Budapest, Bratislava, and Passau for an unforgettable Central European experience.
As your ship docks along the Danube, you'll step into a city that seamlessly blends imperial grandeur with vibrant modern culture. Passengers typically spend their time exploring Vienna's magnificent palaces and historic squares, or savoring the city's legendary coffee house tradition. The peak season runs from May through September, with July and August drawing the largest crowds, so plan accordingly if you prefer a more leisurely pace exploring this enchanting Austrian capital.
As your ship docks along the Danube, you'll step into a city that seamlessly blends imperial grandeur with vibrant modern culture. Passengers typically spend their time exploring Vienna's magnificent palaces and historic squares, or savoring the city's legendary coffee house tradition. The peak season runs from May through September, with July and August drawing the largest crowds, so plan accordingly if you prefer a more leisurely pace exploring this enchanting Austrian capital.
Cruise Lines at Vienna
- Viking River Cruises (1488 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (370 cruises)
- Riverside Luxury Cruises (240 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Vienna
Cruises Visiting Vienna
Ship Schedule at Vienna
Vienna Location
Other Cruise Ports in Austria
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vienna best known for?
Vienna is renowned for classical music, historic palaces, coffee houses, and vibrant cultural life.
What are must-visit landmarks near Vienna?
Schonbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hofburg Palace, and the Belvedere.
What is the best time to visit Vienna?
Spring and fall offer mild weather and fewer crowds.
How can I get around Vienna?
Public transit, including U-Bahn, trams, and buses, is efficient and easy to use.