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Best of Vienna : Historic Center Walking Tour
(1850) Reviews
Wien
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Please keep in mind our tour does not visit inside of any museums, but we do visit some churches and depending on weekday some other indoor locations, like palaces , university or cafe .
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Vienna on this captivating walking tour. Explore the majestic Hofburg Palace, the elegant Town Hall, and the stunning Austrian Parliament Building as you stroll through the city center. Marvel at the intricate architecture of St. Stephen's Cathedral and learn about its fascinating history.
But this tour isn't just about the famous landmarks – your knowledgeable guide will also lead you to hidden gems and lesser-known sights that only locals know about. Discover charming alleyways, picturesque squares, and quaint cafes as you uncover the secrets of Vienna.
As you walk, your guide will share captivating stories about t...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local certified tour guide
Vienna's historic centre walking tour.
We use audio devices to ensure that everyone in group can hear the guide
Insider tips on Vienna culture, food and traditions
Carefully designed route through Vienna's historic center
Personal recomendations for restaurants and cafés
Please keep in mind our tour does not visit the inside of any museum.
Meeting Points
Departure
Maria-Theresien-Platz
We meet in front of the Monument of Empress Maria Theresa. Please look for the guide holding a green umbrella on the side of monument where the Empress is facing.
Return
Stephansplatz
Most central square of Vienna, Cathedral is located here.
Best of Vienna : Historic Center Walking Tour
(1850) Reviews
Wien
About
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Vienna on this captivating walking tour. Explore the majestic Hofburg Palace, the elegant Town Hall, and the stunning Austrian Parliament Building as you stroll through the city center. Marvel at the intricate architecture of St. Stephen's Cathedral and learn about its fascinating history.
But this tour isn't just about the famous landmarks – your knowledgeable guide will also lead you to hidden gems and lesser-known sights that only locals know about. Discover charming alleyways, picturesque squares, and quaint cafes as you uncover the secrets of Vienna.
As you walk, your guide will share captivating stories about t...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local certified tour guide
Vienna's historic centre walking tour.
We use audio devices to ensure that everyone in group can hear the guide
Insider tips on Vienna culture, food and traditions
Carefully designed route through Vienna's historic center
Personal recomendations for restaurants and cafés
Please keep in mind our tour does not visit the inside of any museum.
Meeting Points
Departure
Maria-Theresien-Platz
We meet in front of the Monument of Empress Maria Theresa. Please look for the guide holding a green umbrella on the side of monument where the Empress is facing.
Return
Stephansplatz
Most central square of Vienna, Cathedral is located here.
Itinerary
1
Maria Theresien Square
Maria-Theresien-Platz is a large public square between Ringstrasse and the Museumsquartier. Facing each other from the sides of the square are two twin buildings, the Natural History Museum and the Art History Museum. Square is decorated by the grand statue of empress Maria Theresa.
5 minutes
2
Maria Theresia Denkmal
The most impressive monument on Ringstrasse with grand Empress Maria Theresia and many another figures including W.A.Mozart.
5 minutes
3
Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
Royal art collection , this tour is beginning just next to this wonderful building.
5 minutes
4
Ringstrasse
The Ringstrasse is a circular grand boulevard that serves as a road around the historic central part of Vienna. Ringstrasse replaced the medieval city fortifications in the second half of 19th century. Today it is a beautiful complex of grand buildings including City Hall, Parliament, Burgtheater, Vienna State University, State Opera and many more. Historic Ring Road style is using elements of Classical, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Ringstrasse is designated by UNESCO as a part of Vienna’s World Heritage Site.
5 minutes
5
Burgtor
Neoclassical main castle gate built after napoleonic wars.
1 minute
6
New Hofburg
The New Castle houses several museums like Austrian History Museum, World Museum, Imperial Armoury and National Library. Also Hofburg Congress Centre is located here.
From balcony of the Neu Castle Adolf Hitler proclaimed the "Anschluss" of Austria into the Third Reich.
5 minutes
7
Heldenplatz
Heroes Square is a large open, green area attached to city after the old bastion adjacent to the palace was demolished during the Napoleonic Wars.
2 minutes
8
The Hofburg
Travelers will discover the Hofburg, the former imperial palace of the Habsburgs and the center of power in historic Vienna. The guide explains its centuries-long development, highlights important courtyards and façades, and shares stories about emperors, empresses, and court life, as well as the palace’s role in modern Austria.
20 minutes
9
Sisi Museum
Perfect place to explore the tragic personality and life of fascinating Habsburg empress
10
Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek
the Austrian National Library is one of the most important libraries in the world
11
Spanish Riding School
Baroque Winter Riding School at Hofburg Palace is the famous location where the elegant white Lipizzan Stallions are performing and training regularly.
12
St. Michael's Church
St. Michael’s Church dates back to year 1220. One of the most fascinating Vienna's churches with a very special atmosphere.
5 minutes
13
Bundeskanzleramt Oesterreich
Office of Federal Chancellor of Austria
14
Volksgarten
Volksgarten
At the center of the park stands the Theseus Temple- small replica of Hephaisteion
In Athens- was originally designed to present Antonio Canova’s sculpture.
The Cortisches coffee house in Volksgarten was a popular place where even Austrian composer Johann Strauss used to play his waltzes.
5 minutes
15
Rathaus
Beautiful neo gothic City Hall is an excellent event location and the seat of Vienna’s government.
5 minutes
16
Burgtheater
One of the best theaters in the world.
5 minutes
17
Universitat Wien
Stop at the University of Vienna to hear stories of groundbreaking minds such as Sigmund Freud and Lise Meitner - a brilliant Jewish physicist whose work changed modern science. We are connecting Vienna’s academic legacy to global scientific breakthroughs.
5 minutes
18
Beethoven Pasqualatihaus
A former residence of Ludwig van Beethoven, located in an exposed position on the ramp of the former town fortifications.
5 minutes
19
Freyung
This square is one of the oldest in Vienna's city center and impresses with its intimate and picturesque atmosphere.
3 minutes
20
Freyung Passage
Freyung passage is part of Palais Ferstel, also Cafe Central is located here. Some of the greatest writers and composers, architects and painters, psychoanalysts and revolutionaries have met here once- over coffee, cake and a cigar - in Vienna's most beautiful coffee house.
21
Graben and Kohlmarkt
Most elegant pedestrian street in Vienna
5 minutes
22
Historic Center of Vienna
Historic center of Vienna is main subject of this tour. We will discover main attractions of old historic part of Vienna.
10 minutes
23
Stephansplatz
Heart and soul of Vienna, most central square
5 minutes
24
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Cathedral and symbol of Vienna
5 minutes
25
Mozarthaus Vienna
The only still existing apartment where Mozart lived in his best days in Vienna.