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Let Vienna's most fascinating stories take you into the city's rich 2000 year long history. This self-guided walking tour runs through the heart of the city, from the Vienna State Opera House to the city’s crown jewel – the Stephansdom. Along the way, you’ll experience the Viennese culture and be amazed at the incredible stories hidden in plain sight, including:
▪️How Vienna's Ring Road came to be
▪️The fiery origins of Stephansdom Boomer churchbell
▪️The birth of the Cappuccino and modern Viennese Coffee Culture
▪️The Hapsburgs' unusual burial tradition
You'll also see sights like:
▪️Vienna State Opera House
▪️Famous Vienna Star Walk
▪️Hotel Sacher
▪️Albertina Art Museum
▪️Monument Against War and Fascism
▪️Capuchin Church
If you've got an hour and want to see all the major historical and cultural themes that Vienna has to offer – this is the tour for you!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start in front of the southern face of the opera house, in between the Opera House and the Ring road. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.
Our tour ends at the Stephansdom in the center of the city.
Itinerary
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1Historic Center of Vienna
The tour takes you on a wandering walk beginning at the Vienna State Opera House and ending with a dramatic and fun-filled lap around the city's crown jewel - the Stephansdom. Start the tour in the app, put your phone in your pocket, and let your guide direct you through the streets. The total walking distance is approximately 1km and takes about an hour without stopping, but you can pause anytime! Most people will opt to stop for a Würstelstand snack or for photography opportunities along the way. The narration is crisply mastered by a professional audio engineering staff, and the tour integrates sound effects and music to create an engaging experience that is suitable for all ages that can wear ear buds. Key landmarks include: • Vienna State Opera House • Albertina Art Museum • Monument Against War and Fascism • Capuchin Church • St. Stephan's Cathedral The exact route can be seen upon downloading the tour or previewed in the app, and it works offline. Audio from the tour can be listened to anytime.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
Wiener Staatsoper (Pass by)
The famous Opera House in the 'City of Music' is a tremendous source of pride to the Viennese, and has hosted countless classical luminaries.
Admission ticket free -
Memorial Against War & Fascism (Pass by)
Hear the somber story behind this hallowed site in Vienna, and discover the meaning behind the statues before you.
Admission ticket free -
St. Stephen's Cathedral (Pass by)
The Stephansdom is the crown jewel of the city. We'll do a full lap and take in her best stories.
Admission ticket free -
Capuchin Church (Kapuzinerkirche) (Pass by)
The Capuchin church originally built in the early 1600's is the home to the imperial crypt containing the hearts of the Hapsburg dynasty and a variety of rich tales I'll share with you on the tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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