Vienna to Hallstatt Day Trip
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic drive through Austrian countryside
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage Hallstatt
- Visit Hallstatt Bone House with ancient artifacts
- Stroll along Hallstatt's picturesque lakefront
- Discover Hallstatt's rich salt mining history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Vienna
- Guided tour of Hallstatt village
- Visit to Hallstatt Bone House
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Vienna State Opera, Opernring 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
Boat tour on Lake Hallstatt Only in summer
During the winter season you only visit the ossuary. The Bone House has been in existence since the 12th century. Kept in here, are 1200 human skulls. 610 of them have been hand-painted and arranged according to individual family groups.
Pass by: Located directly in the centre of Hallstatt is the Evangelical Church, which was built as a house of prayer on the 30th October 1785.
Pass by: Enjoy free time for lunch (not included) or a stroll around town to soak up the atmosphere of this tiny town.
Enjoy a guided walking tour through Hallstatt, learning all about Hallstatt's 7000-year history, the salt chambers that brought wealth to the region and the tragedies that took place here.
Vienna State Opera, Opernring 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
Pass by: One of the most beautiful sights in Hallstatt is certainly the market square of the UNESCO World Heritage town. Here the vacationer will find cozy cafes to relax, restaurants, a bar popular with young and old, hotels, and of course souvenirs.
End of the tour Expected 8:30 p.m. Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna
Meeting point
Start Location
St. Stephen's Cathedral, Stephansplatz 3, 1010 Wien, Austria
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately
- Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance
- Be prepared for a full-day excursion with limited free time
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the village
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler reviews
.Ellen Skaggs
Excellent trip such a beautiful town and people were great. The guide was very well informed lots of great history
Wonderful place
It was an amazing experience but I recommend to take the tour from Salzburg which is much closer But the weather is also very important
Hallstatt
Beautiful location, informative and excellent tour guide, comfortable and clean bus ride, highly recommended
Cute but don't know if I would return
Traveled from Vienna to Hallstatt in March 2026 to check out the town. It takes two train rides and a boat ride to get there. Pretty much an all day affair. Note that the boat ride was 8 or 10 euro and they only take cash. They packed everyone on the little boat so it was difficult to find a seat and it was raining. The town of Hallstatt is cute, but there wasn't a lot to do. Many of the shops are closed on Mondays and there were very few sit down restaurants open. I would definitely prefer to go when it had snowed or in the summer and understand it can get very crowded in the summer months.
Great commentary.
Memorable experience. The commentator Theodora was excellent. Her commentary made a difference. This trip gives you ample time to relish this magical view.