Thursday night in Vienna starts with a pub crawl. This one is built for English speakers who want a smart route through local bars, not just random wandering, and it kicks off with a standout start at Pickwick’s (a former book/video store turned pub). I also like the practical drink perks—like a free welcome shot and discount moments—that help you turn a $25 evening into something you’ll actually feel.

My only caution is simple: you pay for all the drinks you order beyond the included incentives. If you’re planning to take only one sip and call it a night, the value might feel smaller; if you’re up for a few beers, shots, or a cocktail, this tour can hit the sweet spot.

Key points

• Former book/video store vibe at Pickwick’s, plus your welcome shot
• Vulcania Bar’s local focus and 10% off your check
• DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK glow-in-the-dark atmosphere, with a free shot when you buy a cocktail
• Funky Monkey Bar with DJ energy and tiki drinks, plus free entrance
• A guided, English-speaking route that stays walkable and ends on a main street for easy taxis

Thursday Night in Vienna: why this pub crawl works

Vienna has plenty of places to drink. The trick is figuring out where to go on a Thursday, when you want the room to feel lively but not awkward. This crawl is designed for that exact goal: you get a guided set of four stops, each with a different mood, and you move on before the night goes stale.

The route also respects how busy city-center evenings can get. Instead of “one bar, then good luck,” you have a plan: four hours-ish, an English-speaking guide, and bar-to-bar transitions that are meant to be easy on your feet. The places themselves lean local, so you’re not stuck in a tourist-only bubble.

And since the tour is capped at 50 people, it’s large enough to meet other folks but not so huge that you lose track of the group or the guide.

Stop 1: Pickwick’s Pub for the book-pub start and free welcome shot

Your evening begins at Pickwick’s, on Marc-Aurel-Straße 10–12. This is where the tour earns its “good first impression” badge. The bar has that older, story-filled feel Vienna does well. You’ll notice the place still carries remnants of when it was a book/video store—there’s a sense that this room has had a second life for years, and it hasn’t tried to erase the past.

What makes it practical for the crawl is that it’s a comfortable first stop. It’s not all sprint-and-shove. You settle in, get oriented, and then you start moving. You also get a free welcome shot here, which is an easy way to get the night going without immediately deciding on a full drink order.

What to watch for at Pickwick’s:

• The vibe is pub-cafe adjacent, so it’s a good opening pace.
• There’s a book-and-movie element to the space, which keeps the atmosphere from feeling like a generic bar.

One small consideration: if you’re arriving right at the start time, show up a few minutes early. The bar has the kind of character that draws people in, and you don’t want to be stuck waiting while your group finishes settling.

Stop 2: Vulcania Bar for local prices and 10% off

Next is Vulcania Bar, where the main selling point is straightforward: it’s a local favorite and it tends to have some of the best prices around. On a Thursday, that matters. You want a place that feels like it belongs to people who live in the neighborhood—not somewhere you only visit because a tour brought you there.

Your perk here is also simple: 10% off the check. That discount doesn’t require any special behavior. Order what you like, and the math starts working in your favor.

How to use this stop well:

• If you’re someone who likes beer (or just wants a safe, easy order), this is the moment to do it.
• If you’ve already had a drink at the first stop, don’t panic. Keep your pace steady and let the group rhythm set the tempo.

A balanced note: 10% off is great, but it won’t replace the need to budget for drinks you choose after the included perks. It just reduces the sting.

Stop 3: DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK for shots, music, and the glow-in-the-dark vibe

Then the crawl goes a little more playful with DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK. This place is known for being a favorite among students, which tells you something important: it usually has a relaxed, fun energy and pricing that doesn’t punish you for showing up on a school-night hangout (even if it’s actually Thursday).

The atmosphere is a big part of the appeal. You’ll find a glow-in-the-dark theme, and the music is always playing. It’s the kind of bar where you can stop thinking so hard and just enjoy the moment.

Your included perk at this stop:

• You receive 1 free shot with the purchase of any cocktail.

That wording matters. If you order only beer, you may not unlock the “free shot” part. If you’re curious about cocktails, this is the stop where you might decide to try one—because you’re not paying full price for the extra shot.

A practical tip for getting the most out of this moment:

• If you’re going to take a shot anyway, decide on a cocktail you’d actually want, not one you pick just to qualify.
• Keep it moderate here. This bar shifts the mood, so you’ll feel it in your energy level later—especially once the DJ starts up.

Stop 4: Funky Monkey Bar for DJ nights, dance-floor energy, and free entry

The final stop is Funky Monkey Bar at Sterngasse 11—and it’s a great closer for a Thursday. This is a disco-style bar, and it usually has a live DJ on most nights. The dance floor is typically filled with locals, which means the vibe feels like an actual night out, not a performance for visitors.

You also get free entrance here. That’s a useful perk because entry fees can make the end of a night feel expensive in cities where the nightlife ramps up late.

What you can expect:

• A real “party starts here” setup with DJ music.
• Tiki drinks on offer, so if you want something fun and different from the earlier beer-and-shot rhythm, this is where you’d shift.

One consideration for your planning: because this is the disco/dance zone, it’s naturally louder than the earlier stops. If you want conversation-heavy downtime, you might want to keep your earlier drinks lighter and save your energy for the last hour.

What you actually pay for: price value and how to budget smartly

The tour costs $25 per person, lasts about 4 hours, and includes an English guide. The best way to judge value is to look at what you get for free and what you still have to pay.

Included incentives during the crawl:

• Pickwick’s: 1 welcome shot
• Vulcania: 10% off your check
• DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK: 1 free shot when you buy a cocktail
• Funky Monkey Bar: free entrance

Everything else—any beer, cocktails, or shots beyond those incentives—is on you.

So here’s the math logic I’d use if you’re deciding:

• If you plan to do at least one cocktail at DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK, you’re likely getting strong value from that included free shot.
• If you like beer at Vulcania, the 10% discount can matter more than it sounds, especially if you order a couple rounds.
• The $25 effectively pays for the guide, the structured route, and the “starter” incentives. It’s not an open-bar deal.

If you’re a light drinker, you can still enjoy it—you just need to order thoughtfully so the included benefits line up with what you already want to do.

The guide and the group size: what to expect from the flow

This crawl is guided in English and runs with a maximum of 50 people. That size is a sweet spot for meeting people without losing the thread of the evening.

You’ll also see why this matters: four stops means the guide has to keep timing and pacing under control. If the group gets split, you spend your night tracking people instead of enjoying bars. A structured schedule helps you keep momentum.

One guide name that comes up in feedback is Sabine, described as someone who explains Vienna context and helps international visitors feel confident and comfortable while navigating the night scene. Even if your guide isn’t Sabine, the key point remains: the tour is meant to feel safe and guided, not like you’re just being dropped at doors.

Meeting, timing, and getting home easily

You meet at Pickwick’s at 8:30 pm. The address is Marc-Aurel-Straße 10–12, 1010 Wien.

You finish at Funky Monkey Bar on Sterngasse 11, 1010 Wien. That ending location is on a main street, so you should find taxis easily when you’re ready to call it.

For a smooth night, here’s what I recommend:

• Arrive a few minutes early at Pickwick’s so you start with everyone.
• Wear comfortable shoes. Even if the walking between stops is manageable, you’ll still cover a few blocks.
• If you’re the type who checks your phone constantly, keep an eye on group updates. The tour is built on staying together.

Who this Thursday pub crawl is best for

This tour is a good match if you:

• Want a Thursday night plan and don’t feel like gambling on where to go
• Like meeting people while keeping structure (four stops, one guide)
• Prefer local-feeling bars over purely tourist bar hopping
• Plan to order at least one cocktail or a couple drinks across the crawl

It may be less ideal if you:

• Don’t drink (since only specific drink-related incentives are included)
• Want a quiet night with lots of conversation at the end (Funky Monkey is DJ/loud by nature)
• Are hoping the $25 covers most of your bill (it won’t; the tour covers incentives and the guide)

Should you book? My straightforward call

Book this tour if you want an easy, guided way to enjoy Vienna nightlife on a Thursday without overthinking it. The bar lineup covers four distinct moods—classic pub charm at Pickwick’s, local-value pricing at Vulcania, a fun and weird shot-cocktail stop at DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK, and a DJ-powered finale at Funky Monkey. Add in the included incentives, and the $25 price starts to feel like a tool for getting more fun per hour, not just a ticket.

Skip it if you’re not planning to order at least one cocktail (to make the free shot at DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK relevant) or you’re trying to keep nightlife spending extremely low.

If you do book, go with a simple plan: moderate pace at stops 1–3, then let loose a bit at the end. That’s how the crawl is designed to feel.

FAQ

How much does the Thursday Night Pub Crawl cost?

It costs $25.00 per person.

What’s included in the price?

You get a tour guide in English and these drink-related perks: a free welcome shot at Pickwick’s, 10% off at Vulcania Bar, 1 free shot with the purchase of any cocktail at DAIQUIRI SHOTOTHEK, and free entrance at Funky Monkey Bar.

Are drinks included during the tour?

No. You must pay for all drinks you consume on the tour, beyond the specific included shots/discount/entry.

Where do you meet and where does the tour end?

You start at Pickwick’s, Marc-Aurel-Straße 10–12, 1010 Wien, Austria, and the tour ends at Funky Monkey Bar, Sterngasse 11, 1010 Wien, Austria.

What time does the tour start and how long does it last?

It starts at 8:30 pm and lasts about 4 hours.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience starts, it isn’t refunded.

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