Location: Melk
Top Things to do in Melk
10 Tours in Melk That You Shouldn't Miss
Melk (older spelling: Mölk) is a city of Austria, in the federal state of Lower Austria, next to the Wachau valley along the Danube. Melk has a population of 5,257 (as of 2012). It is best known as the site of a massive baroque Benedictine monastery named Melk Abbey.
Restaurants in Melk
1. Small-Group Wachau Bike Tour with Wine-Tasting from Vienna
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed landscapes of Wachau by kickbike on this full-day small-group tour from Vienna. Visit the castle monastery of Stift Melk with a guide, then continue onward into Melk’s ancient Old Town. Follow the Danube through the Wachau Valley and admire sweeping views over the pretty countryside. Along the way, take in landmarks including the 12th-century ruins of Aggstein Castle and sample Austrian wine at a local winery. Enjoy personal attention from a guide on this small-group tour, limited to seven people.
Inclusions: Guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Wine-tasting, Use of kickbike, Use of helmet, Small-group tour (maximum of seven people)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By alinao308
Super awesome guide Roderick Martin! Highly recommended! Very interesting, not boring at all, very friendly
2. Private Danube Valley Tour from Vienna including Skip-the-Line to Melk Abbey
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Discover the famous danube valley with us – the Unesco World Heritage site is only an hour away from Vienna! Private tour of the world-famous Melk Abbey and Danube river-cruise included!
Inclusions: Private Tour, Local expert guide, Personalized Service, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission to Melk Abbey, Private Guide at Melk Abbey, 1.5h Danube River cruise
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By angelacQ4101TK
I met our guide at Tourist Info Wien (right off the U1 line at Karlsplatz stop). He explained a lot of helpful history to us on the ride over and then had us watch a short documentary of the concentration camp on iPads in the van which was very wise. We got to Mauthausen with a greater and more In-depth understanding of what took place there which made our visit more meaningful. When we arrived we were given audio guides and a map and allowed to wander the camp and it’s museum on our own for a few hours before reconvening. It was pretty desolate aside from a few school groups visiting. Our tour guide was great and even drove us down into the granite quarry so that we could see it up close. We went to lunch at a nice but casual sit down restaurant that served Austrian cuisine. Overall worth the money and I highly recommend this tour.
3. Salzburg and Lake Region Small-Group Day-Trip from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 104 reviews
Explore in a group of no more than 8 people the beautiful city of Salzburg on this day trip departing from Vienna. Led by an expert guide, relive your favorite scenes from ‘The Sound of Music’ as you pass iconic locations featured in the film. Discover the best of the lake region of Salzkammergut on a back-roads tour stopping at gorgeous Lake Attersee and St. Gilgen village. See Salzburg’s key sights, including Mirabell Palace and Mozart’s Birthplace on a walking tour of the Old Town, learn about the city’s rich history from your guide and spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring independently. Your day concludes with a drop-off at your central Vienna hotel. Co2 certificates are included to offset the tour's carbon emissions.
Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Taxi fare from central Vienna hotels to meeting point (max 12 euros per person), Transport by Deluxe Mercedes Van with WIFI onboard, Walking tour of Salzburg, Hotel drop-off (select hotels only), Carbon credits offsetting the tours CO2 emissions
Exclusions: Entrance fees (optional), Food and drinks (optional), Gratuities, Hotel pickup
Reviewed By angelacQ4101TK
I met our guide at Tourist Info Wien (right off the U1 line at Karlsplatz stop). He explained a lot of helpful history to us on the ride over and then had us watch a short documentary of the concentration camp on iPads in the van which was very wise. We got to Mauthausen with a greater and more In-depth understanding of what took place there which made our visit more meaningful. When we arrived we were given audio guides and a map and allowed to wander the camp and it’s museum on our own for a few hours before reconvening. It was pretty desolate aside from a few school groups visiting. Our tour guide was great and even drove us down into the granite quarry so that we could see it up close. We went to lunch at a nice but casual sit down restaurant that served Austrian cuisine. Overall worth the money and I highly recommend this tour.
4. Mauthausen Concentration Camp Day Trip from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 121 reviews
Pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust with a trip to Mauthausen Concentration Camp, one of the largest Nazi labor camp complexes during World War II. The former camp provides a poignant look at the horrors perpetuated by Hitler during the war. Learn about life at the camp from your guide and take an audio tour of the grounds. This tour includes round-trip transport from Vienna.
Inclusions: Roundtrip transportation to and from Vienna, Self-guided tour of the camp with audio-guides, Accompaniment by friendly English-speaking tour escort, Taxi fare from central Vienna hotels to meeting point (max. 12 euros per person), CO2 certificates offsetting the tour's carbon emissions
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop off
Reviewed By dzehas
Excellent tour by Fleming and Naomi !!! A lot of information about the places we visit and history. We had a GREAT time.!!! Thanks very much Dimitrios
5. Wachau Valley Small-Group Tour and Wine Tasting from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 349 reviews
Spend a day away from Vienna to discover the picturesque Wachau Valley in the Austrian countryside on this small-group, fully guided tour. Satisfy your cravings with a delicious lunch at a traditional Heurige (wine tavern). With your expert guide, visit stunning villages and historical sites like the UNESCO World Heritage-listed medieval town of Dürnstein made famous by Richard the Lionheart and go for a wine tasting in a small local winery. Then, you'll see the the Wachau Valley from another perspective on a 70-minute scenic Danube river cruise (May to September only) between the historic villages of Spitz and Melk.
Inclusions: Transport in luxury 8-seater vehicle, Full-day accompaniment by expert driver/guide, Wine tastings and local specialties, 70-minute Danube river cruise (May to September only)
Exclusions: Lunch and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Doctor U
Very good experience, all the burocracy was done in a few minutes, the bike was ready in 2 minutes. Very good bike, with all the safety and emergency kit. the trip was done in 5 days and i have had the opportunity to use the bike also in Budpaest. Zelijka was super nice, we have had a nice chat when I gave back the bike at the store in Budapest. So, what can I say, they are a good choice if you need a Bike for a tour on the Danube bike way.
6. Private tour of Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Get to know Lower Austria and explore three historic cities with a private and knowledgeable driver on a full day tour of Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg. Save your money and enjoy flexibility of tailor made itinerary as per your request. Explore Benedictine Abbey, admire beautiful villages, visit Mozart’s birth place and see the famous Lake District.
Inclusions: Transportation with air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick up and drop-off, Professional English speaking driver at your full day disposal, Tailor made itinerary, Return to your hotel/accommodation in Vienna
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Lijraj
The guide was very friendly and answered all of the tour's questions. She was very knowledgeable about Bratislava's history and recommended some traditional food as well as a few local cafes and restaurants (we followed her guide and we loved the food, of course). The driver was also outgoing and seemed interested in Malta's culture, cuisine and lifestyle. We also had a change to stop by the palace on the other side of the road to see the beauty of Bratislava from a panoramic vantage point. I recommend spending 20-25 minutes here to take some photos. Overall I highly recommend this day trip if you have a free day in Vienna. You will probably feel quite tired after the excursion, so you can ask the driver to drop you by Stadpark for a superb end to your day. FYI: The driver will pick you up at your accomodation and will drop you off wherever you want in Vienna (which is a bonus). Thank you to the organizers and all of the staff involved!
7. Private Tour of Melk Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 7 reviews
Take this tour with the award winning supplier for „The Private Tour Company of the Year 2018“ and experience the private tour of Melk, Hallstatt and Salzburg from Vienna
Inclusions: Private driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle/ including all road tolls, parking fees etc.
Exclusions: Entrance fees, if any, Food and drinks, The tour will finish around 8pm, every additional hour will cost $31.75 USD (30€) to be paid directly to the driver
Reviewed By Kathy H
Luba is an excellent guide with good stories and interesting facts. She also gave good recommendations for the best gelato and restaurants after the tour.
8. Melk Abbey and Danube Valley Day Trip from Vienna
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 1,262 reviews
This day trip takes you from Vienna to the Wachau, a picturesque valley along the Danube. You will see many medieval castles, grand monasteries and a breathtaking landscape. Passing the small town of Krems and the ruins of Dürnstein castle, we continue to the village of Spitz on the Danube river. From here you will have an impressive boat trip on the Danube to Melk (only in summer). You will have a lunch & walking tour through Krems or Dürnstein (winter) The Highlight will be the guided tour through the magnificent Benedictine Abbey. All the tours will be carried out in small groups with all the necessary COVID-19 health and safety measures.
Inclusions: Bus trip in a modern coach from Vienna to the Danube Valley, Lunch & walking tour through Krems or Dürnstein (winter), Boat tour (summer), Admission Melk Abbey
Exclusions: Food and drinks (summer), Boat ride (winter)
Reviewed By 302gis
The bus left on time, the tour guide was very informative and polite! The trip in Halstatt was well planned and the boat tour was a wonderful way to see the city in the most spectacular way possible! The bus was comfortable and the time off on the city by ourselves was a wonderful way to visit this small city in our own pace. It's a great way to visit Halstatt in a day trip with lots of background historical information on the city!!
9. Full Day Trip to Salzburg from Vienna with Salzkammergut lakes and Melk visit
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore Salzburg, birth place of Mozart, with full day trip from Vienna. You will visit Salzburg’s most famous sights such as Old Town, and of course, famous locations from the classic “The Sound of Music” musical. Accompanied by a local guide, discover stories and legends about Salzburg. Available as Coach and Small group tour.
Inclusions: Transportation with air-conditioned vehicle (coach, car or vehicle), Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Professional and knowledgeable English speaking driver/guide, Return to your hotel/accommodation in Vienna, Visit to the famous city of Melk, Stop at Mondsee for a perfect foto opportunity
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Lijraj
The guide was very friendly and answered all of the tour's questions. She was very knowledgeable about Bratislava's history and recommended some traditional food as well as a few local cafes and restaurants (we followed her guide and we loved the food, of course). The driver was also outgoing and seemed interested in Malta's culture, cuisine and lifestyle. We also had a change to stop by the palace on the other side of the road to see the beauty of Bratislava from a panoramic vantage point. I recommend spending 20-25 minutes here to take some photos. Overall I highly recommend this day trip if you have a free day in Vienna. You will probably feel quite tired after the excursion, so you can ask the driver to drop you by Stadpark for a superb end to your day. FYI: The driver will pick you up at your accomodation and will drop you off wherever you want in Vienna (which is a bonus). Thank you to the organizers and all of the staff involved!
10. Private Day Trip from Melk to Cesky Krumlov
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the Czech Republic’s most visited locations, Cesky Krumlov is a medieval castle city of spectacular beauty. On this private, 9-hour tour, enjoy comfortable transit via air-conditioned minivan from Melk, Austria to the destination. After the 2.5-hour journey, and upon arrival in Cesky Krumlov, you’ll have four hours to see its castle, wander the city’s beautifully restored streets, and relax by the Vltava River. Groups of up to 15 people can be accommodated on this tour.
Inclusions: Bottled water for each person, Hotel / port pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, New Fleet, 1,5 - 2 hours of a guided walking city tour in Cesky Krumlov with a local certified guide, English speaking drivers, Fully air-conditioned minivans, Professional and friendly service, Taxes, All road tolls and fees, Full comprehensive insurance, Strictly non-smoking minivans, Complimentary 4 hours free time in Český Krumlov
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Entrance fees
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