Vienna Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Discover Vienna’s first district in a fun and interactive way with the Vienna Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt. This unique experience takes you past Gothic spires, imperial palaces, and legendary sights—all through an engaging game that you control.
Using your phone, follow riddles and challenges that lead you from one iconic landmark to the next. No guides, no fixed schedule—just start when you're ready and explore at your own pace. It’s perfect for history buffs, families, or anyone looking to see Vienna from a fresh perspective.
Highlights include marveling at the stunning tiled roof of Stephansdom, uncovering the stories of Empress Elisabeth at the Sisi Museum, and wandering through the courtyards of the Hofburg Palace. Plus, compete with your group for the highest score and earn points for style along the way.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Vienna self-guided tour last?
The tour takes approximately 2 hours, but you can take as much time as you like since it’s self-paced.
In which languages is the scavenger hunt available?
It’s available in 24 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and many others. You can choose your preferred language when starting the game in the app.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, it’s suitable for all ages, with recommended ages being 0-9 for children and 10-90 for adults. It’s accessible for all physical fitness levels.
Do I need to pay entrance fees for the sights?
No, all puzzles relate to public areas of the sights, so no entrance fees are required for this experience.
Can I start the tour at any time?
Absolutely. You can start whenever you want after downloading the app and entering your game code at the meeting point.
Is there a guide or group involved?
No guides or other participants will join you. It’s a fully self-guided experience designed for your convenience.
Free cancellation
You can cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time.
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Check a date here, then finish booking with our partner. Payment options are confirmed at checkout.
Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
Norwegian, German, Hindi, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, CMN, Greek, YUE, English, Italian, French, HU, Spanish, CS, UK, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Danish, RO, Dutch, Turkish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Free download of the Explorial App from your app store (iOS or Android required)
- Points and scoring system: compete with your group and aim for the city’s high score
- Live location tracking: navigate the map with marked landmarks and always know where you are
- Learn about Vienna’s stories, history, and legends
- Total flexibility: start anytime, walk at your own pace, and take breaks as needed
- Self-guided walking tour with interactive riddles, trivia, and photo challenges
Not included
- Live guide: this is a fully self-guided experience; no one will meet or join your group
- Entrance fees: not required for this activity, as all puzzles are set in public areas
- This is not an audio guide but a sightseeing, gaming, and learning experience
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and Viator message. Download the Explorial app for free, then head to the meeting point and enter your 6-digit code to begin your adventure.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day before
- No refund if canceled within 0-1 days of the start time
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $7.05 per person
- Free cancellation
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