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15 Best Vienna Danube Cruises

Danube cruises from Vienna, split between quick city loops and the Wachau Valley runs. The valley stretch between Melk and Krems is the one I push; terraced vineyards, apricot orchards and a ruined castle or two. And no, the river is not blue, whatever Strauss promised.

1.Vienna: City Cruise with Optional Lunch

Experience Vienna from the water with a 75-minute boat cruise along the Danube Canal, with optional lunch, offering scenic views and tasty bites.

Most Popular★ 3.4

“The activity met our expectations. We took the option with the Wiener Schnitzel and it was delicious. The cruise itself wasn't very interesting or beautiful, but it was a good value for money.”

3,982 reviews1.3 hoursFrom $38by DDSG Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH

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2.Vienna: City Cruise

Discover Vienna from the water on a 75-minute canal cruise featuring scenic views, local food, and optional art museum tickets, all at an accessible price.

★ 3.3

“I enjoyed the trip but I thought there would be more information as we went along. I enjoyed chatting to my friend while enjoying the apple strudel.”

2,978 reviews1.3 hoursFrom $38by DDSG Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH

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4.Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off – Optional Guided Walking Tour, River Cruise & Night Tour

Discover the best way to explore the city with Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off! Combine walking tours, river cruises, and night tours for an unforgettable experience.

★ 4.0

“It was a breeze. Once I had my QR code. I downloaded the big bus app which gave me a map of the closest bus stop we walked over and hopped on. We hopped off in a beautiful part of the Internet to enjoy lunch…”

1,735 reviews1 hour 50 minutes (approx.)From $36.67by Big Bus - Austria

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5.Vienna: 3-Course Evening Dinner Cruise

Experience Vienna’s illuminated sights with a 3-course dinner cruise, combining scenic views, fine dining, and relaxing ambiance, perfect for romantic evenings.

★ 3.9

“Our group of 12 very much enjoyed the cruise! The meal and views of Vienna and the Danube were great. We would definitely go on this dinner cruise again.”

1,655 reviewsFrom $85by DDSG Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH

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7.Vienna: Wachau, Melk Abbey, and Danube Valleys Tour

Discover the enchanting beauty of Vienna's Wachau, Melk Abbey, and Danube Valleys on an unforgettable tour. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.

★ 4.5

“The guide did an excellent job of providing information, answering questions and providing some context as we traveled to Melk Abbey and handled all the logistics seamlessly. I would definitely take another trip with Elite Tours.”

1,413 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $151by Vienna Sightseeing Tours

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11.Bratislava Day Trip From Vienna With Catamaran Cruise on Danube

Discover the hidden gem of Bratislava on a thrilling day trip from Vienna. Hop aboard a catamaran cruise along the Danube and experience the best of both cities in one unforgettable adventure.

★ 3.5

“The local guide did a job in showing us the major sites in the old city. He also gave us great advice about the other sites in the and where they were.”

723 reviewsFrom $115.62by Vienna Sightseeing Tours

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13.From Vienna: Dürnstein and Wachau Cruise

Discover the Wachau Valley from Vienna on a scenic Danube cruise, with local cuisine, charming Dürnstein, and breathtaking views—ideal for a relaxing day trip.

★ 4.5

“Good value. Everything very clean. Only problem from my perspective was too many people smoking. Food drink and service were excellent.”

336 reviews1 dayFrom $116by DDSG Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH

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14.Vienna: 2-hour Danube Panorama Tour

Discover Vienna from the Danube on a 2-hour scenic boat tour featuring iconic sights, on-board dining, and expert commentary for a memorable experience.

★ 3.8

“De boot was in orde, het personeel en de bediening zeker ook. Er was echter niets te zien. Je vaart eerst de ene richting uit om daarna terug te keren en de andere richting uit te varen. Buiten enkele bruggen was er niets te zien.”

332 reviews2 hoursFrom $45by DDSG Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH

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3.9From Vienna: Day Cruise to Bratislava1 day$116 4.1Vienna: Sunset Summer Cruise$90 4.0Vienna Danube Tower30 minutes to 4 hours (approx.)$23.91 4.1Vienna: Hop-on Hop-off, Ferris Wheel, and River Cruise1 day$88 2.5Vienna Evening Sightseeing Cruise With Music and Dinner$44 4.1Vienna: Schönbrunn, Belvedere, Big Bus, Giant Wheel & Cruise$95 3.548-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off With Guided Walking Tour and River Cruise1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)$90.11 4.2Vienna: Sunday Brunch Danube Cruise & Live Music$78 4.2Danube Panorama Tour with free-flowing Prosecco$58 5.03 Castles and Wine Tasting Tour in Danube Valley From Vienna8 to 9 hours (approx.)$416.50 4.2Vienna: 3.5-Hour Danube Cruise With Live Music & BBQ Buffet3.5 hours$88 4.4Vienna: Private Floating Island E-Boat Rental on Danube$135 4.1Vienna: 3,5-Hour Danube Cruise “Italian Night”3.5 hours$88 4.0Vienna: 2-hour Danube Panorama Tour (Cruise Only)$44 4.5Vienna: 3,5-Hour Danube Cruise “Abba Night”$85 4.1Vienna: 3,5-Hour Danube Cruise “Greek Night”3.5 hours$88 4.8Vienna: Retro Boat Tour on the Danube River With Picnic$176 5.0Danube Valley Private Tour With Melk Abbey Skip-The-Line Access From Vienna8 hours (approx.)$764.61 3.7Vienna: 3.5-Hour Danube 70s, 80s, 90s Party Cruise w/ Dinner$78 5.0Mountainbike Magic: Viennas Forest, Danube, Monastery and Wine.4 hours (approx.)$114.88 4.5Vienna: 3,5-Hour Danube Cruise “Austropop”$78 1.0Vienna: Paint the Skyline and Danube Tower Free-Ride2 hours$100 5.0Vienna to Budapest Danube Bike Rental$218.98 5.0Vienna River Cruise, Walking Tour With St. Stephan Cathedral$323.60