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Experience the charm and history of Vienna's city center and explore the old historic town with its magnifcent sights in a small group in English. This is a great introduction to Vienna, with personal attention to the small group. Join a guided walking tour and take a deep dive into the city`s past and the life today in Vienna in an entertaining fashion. Starting off at Maria Theresien Square. Maria Theresia was a strong female ruler in the 18th century and her memorial is the most imposing of the Ringstraße. Discover the imperial palace (Hofburg), which was originally a fortress built in the thirteenth century and was extended to a splendid residence in accordance with the increasing power of the Habsburgs and the expansion of their realm. See one of the most famous and fascinating Opera houses in the world and the magnifcent building of the Austrian National Library. Admire the white stars, the Lipizzans of the Spanisch Riding School. Experience imperial façades, horse-drawn carriages and learn about famous classical composes such as Mozart or Beethoven and listen to stories about Johann Strauss. Find out more about the lives of prominent personalities, such as Gustav Klimt and of course its about Vienna’s Coffee Houses and sweets. End of the Tour will be around St. Stephans Cathedral in the heart of the city. Exterior views only and no interior visits on the tour.

Explore the dark side of Vienna and uncover the hidden histories lurking behind every corner. Hear the infamous legends from your professional guide as you pass historical monuments with eery secrets. Visit the Palais Bathory, home of the infamous Elizabeth Bathory. Learn about her many deeds and how she bathed in the blood of virgins, earning her the name the "Bloody Countess." Turn a corner and arrive at the magnificent St. Stephen’s Cathedral, famous for its medieval crypts and tombs that hide a sinister past. Continue to the Himmelpfortgasse in the first district, known for its bloody history. Uncover the dark histories behind over ten locations in Vienna and hear the bloodcurdling crimes, many of which were committed by historical Viennese nobles.

Explore the many histories of Vienna on an insightful 3-hour walking tour in the company of published authors, professors or historians. Meet your guide at at Café Hawelka at Dorotheergasse 6 to look at the imperial palace of the Hofburg, site of power in the imperial city since the 13th century. Admire the Loos House by Austrian architect Adolf Loos, before going to the Kohlmarkt and Graben, Vienna’s most fashionable shopping districts. Your guide will point out the plague column, a baroque church, and grand buildings in different architectural styles along the way. Learn about the tripartite burials of the Habsburgs at St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Go to a humble Capuchin church to see the sarcophagi of Vienna’s rulers, and marvel at the silver urns in St. Augustine’s Church. At the edge of the inner city, discover remnants of the 12th-century city walls, built to protect Vienna from the Ottoman Empire. Tour the grand boulevard of the Ringstrasse, built when the city walls were destroyed. Continue to Schwarzenbergplatz to admire the memorial to Russian soldiers that died liberating Vienna from the Nazis. Take a quick detour to Belvedere Palace, before getting views of the Naschmarkt and golden dome of the Secession building in Karlsplatz. Finally, weave your way through the Museums Quartier and Maria Theresien Platz, home to Vienna’s largest concentration of museums.

Enjoy a fun and informative walk through the highlights of Vienna's old town. Walk in the footsteps of Viennese history from the Middle Ages to the reign of Emperor Franz Joseph I. Learn about the mystical architectural history of  St. Stephen's Cathedral and find out why the devil wanted to prevent the building's completion. Then step inside and discover this magnificent Gothic cathedral. Then continue to the Graben and see the historic baroque plague column. Stroll towards the Kohlmarkt until you reach the Michaelerplatz with the imperial façade of the Vienna Hofburg. Start at the stable castle and continue on to Josefsplatz which boasts great views of the imperial library. See the equestrian statue of Emperor Joseph II in the middle of the square. Pass through a gate and walk further into a small courtyard overlooking the choir of the Vienna Hofburgkapelle. Arrive at the Schweizerhof of the Vienna Hofburg. Head through the Swiss Gate, an important Renaissance work of art, and reach the inner square of the castle. Marvel at the monument Emperor Franz II./I. where your historic city tour will end.

Choose a tour of Vienna with a duration of 1 to 4 hours and learn more about its history, architecture, culture, and people. Get to know Vienna from a different perspective and stroll through the narrow streets and magnificent boulevards to famous buildings and monuments with your certified tour guide. You can decide which of Vienna's highlights you want to see. For example, you can visit Michaelerplatz with its Roman and medieval excavations and see the interior of St. Michael’s Church. Admire the treasures of the Hofburg Palace and listen to true stories about Empress Sisi. Stroll across Heldenplatz and hear stories about the Austrian heroes. Listen to stories about Josef II at Josefsplatz and learn more about the National Library, the Spanish Riding School, the Augustinian Church, and the Habsburgs. Walk past the Albertina, home to the largest graphic collection in the world, and see the Monument Against War and Fascism. Find out why the architect of the State Opera committed suicide, where Sachertorte was invented, and which building previously stood on the grounds of Hotel Sacher. At Neuer Markt you can discover the strange Imperial Crypt burial rituals of the Habsburgs and learn where Mozart died. Hear about the importance of the house at Franziskanerplatz and explore Blutgasse to experience how the people of Vienna used to live and how they live today. Listen to the legends of St. Stephan, visit Figlmüller with the famous Wiener Schnitzel, and explore the old university district. Admire the magnificent Baroque church of the Jesuits, discover the city walks, and explore the Greek quarter. Discover Vienna’s oldest church, St. Rupert's Church, and immerse yourself in the eventful history of the Romans and Jews in Vienna. Hear anecdotes about King Richard the Lionheart as you walk past the beautiful Baroque Pestsäule on the Graben before reaching Kohlmarkt with the Demel pastry shop. You can then enjoy a stroll back to the starting point.

Discover the enchanting beauty and rich history of Vienna's Hofburg district with this in app audio tour. Starting on Graben beside the Plague Column, you will embark on a fascinating journey through time, delving deep into the legacy of the Habsburgs and their remarkable impact on the city. As you stroll down the elegant Kohlmarkt, you'll be transported back to the era of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The tour will take you to Michaelerplatz, where you'll admire the awe-inspiring architecture of the Hofburg, the former imperial palace that served as the home of the Habsburgs for centuries. Continuing your exploration of Vienna's magnificent architecture, you'll arrive at the magnificent Heldenplatz or Heroes' Square. This impressive public square, surrounded by stunning imperial buildings, was the site of many key events in Austrian history. Throughout the tour, the informative audio commentary will reveal fascinating insights into the rich cultural heritage of Vienna, and the pivotal role played by the Habsburgs in shaping the city's history. You will learn about the stories behind the buildings you see, the events that took place there, and the famous figures who once walked these streets. As your journey draws to a close, you'll make our way towards the Albertinaplatz, where you may choose to visit the Albertina Museum with another tour by WeGoTrip. HOW IS THE TOUR GOING — Stay flexible: join the tour whenever you want and explore the sights as long as you like. — Enjoy the tour even offline: all audio tours are tested for high quality and easy navigation.

From March 1938 until April 1945 Vienna was part of Hitler's German Empire. Hitler called Vienna "the Pearl of the Reich", that needs a proper frame. But at the end of his reign a third of the City was destroyed and many thousand dead. Only among the Viennese jewish population about 70000 got murdered. How was life in Vienna during this time? What are still the visible remains of the Nazi reign in Vienna? Who were the people that supported the Nazis? Who didn't? If you are interested in getting an answer to these questions or if you are just generally interested in history, then this is the tour for you. See the historic balcony, from which Hitler gave his famous speech announcing the annexation of Austria to Nazi-Germany, learn about the treatment of the jewish population in the early days of the Nazi reign and maybe get a slight idea of what it was like during these times. We start at the Heldenplatz. The sight of Hitler's announcement of the annexation of Austria to Nazi-Germany. We then walk through the old imperial Palace, the Hofburg, to the Kohlmarkt. Here we see the history of some of the houses there, whose owner were victims of the so called "aryanization", the praxis that basically allowed the stealing of jewish businesses. On the square Am Hof we will see the memorial to the firemen, who were executed for resisting the nazi terror and then further on the square Judenplatz we will see the memorial monument to the holocaust in Vienna. Down by the danube chanell we will see a squsre that was crated after the hotel metropole was destroyed at the end of world war 2. Infamous for having been Vienna's GESTAPO headquarters. Now a monunet remains. On the square Hoher Markt we can still clearly see the damages World War 2 did to Vienna before we head towards Saint Stephens Cathedral, on which there are more reminders of the War and the Nazi Regime, as one might think. Nearby we will see the building, from which the Nazis Organized the old town of Vienna before we head towards the Albertina, where we will end the tour at the main monument against war and fascism in Vienna.

The walk begins at the Vienna State Opera, one of the most important opera houses in the world. Here you are given an overview of the development of the city to the present day. You then proceed to The Hofburg; the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty. This is one of the largest monarchies in the world. Next you will see the prominent shopping streets such as Kohlmarkt and Graben, home of many popular stores, restaurants and cafes. The walk ends in the heart of Vienna at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, one of Vienna’s most culturally significant landmarks.

"The streets of Vienna are paved with culture, the streets of other cities with asphalt. " These words from the great Karl Kraus are still as true as they were one hundred years ago. But see it for yourself, once we explore the inner yards of the old imperial palace, the baroque alleys, the mysterious gateways between the houses and the old palais filled with history. On this tour, I'll make sure you see Vienna as the modern city that it is, located right in the center of Europe, but which is yet filled with a two thousand year old history that is still kept very much alive. A lot of people that come to visit Vienna are only looking for the imperial buidlings and the stories of kings and emperors and tend to miss all this old alleys and myths, that come with them, which always fascinated me already from a very young age. ·We start the tour at the very center of Vienna with its 900 year old Saint Stephen's Cathedral, that still marks the very center of Vienna to this day. ·We'll then stroll along the Graben, the former moat of the roman city wall, now most lively street, where we will see the plague column in its center. ·Via Bräunerstraße we will then walk up to the old imperial palace, the Hofburg, seeing its inner yards and countless reminders to the imperial past. ·Via Saint Michaels Square we will go down the Kohlmarkt, passing by the famous Cafe Demel until we reach the Kurrentgasse, one of the last remaining barogue streets in Vienna. ·Walking through Judenplatz and Hoher Markt we will then explore the old medieval center of Vienna. ·At Saint Ruperts square we will see the oldest still standing church in Vienna but also one of the most lively areas of the city to this day. ·Going through the old "Greek Quarter" we will then sneak through some typical "through houses" back to Saint Stephens Cathedral. Don't just see what Vienna looks like, see what Vienna is.

Commencing at the Opera House, your top-rated English-speaking guide will assist you in exploring the picturesque streets and squares of Vienna. Witness the city's iconic landmarks, such as the stables of the Lipizzaner horses at Josefsplatz, the grand Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Michaelerplatz and Graben squares. Gain insights into Vienna's profound impact on European society and culture over centuries! Nestled along the Danube River, Vienna is renowned for its imperial palaces, grand squares, and breathtaking architecture, embodying a rich and illustrious history. Embark on a captivating walking tour through the city's streets and squares, where you'll delve not only into the stories of its architectural wonders but also into the lives of influential figures who shaped and were shaped by Vienna, from the Imperial family to Mozart, Sigmund Freud to Gustav Klimt. Vienna stands as a cultural, political, and social epicenter in European history. Your expert English-speaking private guide awaits you outside the iconic Vienna State Opera, a magnificent structure dating back to the 1870s, hosting 350 performances of 60 shows annually, solidifying its status as a premier global opera house. The journey begins with exploration through central Vienna, traversing Albertinaplatz, home to a museum showcasing Impressionist masterpieces and modern art, and proceeding to Josefsplatz, where the renowned Lipizzaner horses grace the iconic Spanish Riding School. The vast imperial complex of the Hofburg unfolds before you, with its Schweizerhof (Swiss court) and main facade revealing the intricacies of Austria's regal history. Despite the Imperial family's deposition in 1918, the palace remains a hub of government activity, boasting 2600 rooms, 18 wings, and 19 courtyards. Vienna's charming squares, adorned with baroque and neo-classical architecture, come to life as you visit Michaelerplatz and Kohlmarkt, Vienna's upscale shopping street, leading to Graben, a bustling thoroughfare steeped in 17th and 18th-century charm. Your journey concludes with an exploration of the awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral, a Gothic and Romanesque masterpiece from the Middle Ages. As a grand finale, your guide presents tickets for the elevator ascent to the unaccompanied exploration of the North Tower, offering splendid views over the city you've just discovered.