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Young Adolf Hitler struggled to make his mark as an artist in Vienna, the pearl of the Habsburg Empire. On this walking tour, you’ll follow in his footsteps and visit key locations that played a crucial role in his formative years.
This self-guided tour starts outside Wien Westbahnhof train station and ends in front of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, which rejected the aspirant artist’s application three times. You’ll weave through part of the bustling Jewish Quarter where, ironically, Hitler found some of his best clients for his mediocre hand-painted postcards. Along the way, you’ll find out how Vienna’s anti-Semitic environment and Hitler’s experiences of poverty and rejection shaped his worldview, providing valuable insights into one of history’s darkest chapters.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a unique perspective on these complex political, socioeconomic and racial factors, and a deeper understanding of the events that led to World War II.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour starts at the entrance to Westbahnhof railway station. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
This self-guided walking tour ends in Schillerpark outside the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
Itinerary
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This self-guided tour starts outside Wien Westbahnhof train station. From there, you'll follow in Hitler's footsteps and visit key locations that played a crucial role in his formative years.
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(Pass by)
On this self-guided walking tour, you'll discover the multicultural neighborhood where Hitler lived as a failed art student and see his former digs outside Stumpergasse 31.
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On this tour, you'll see Stumpergasse 13 where the Sisters of Mercy Hospital used to be. You'll hear how they provided soup to a young, destitute Hitler.
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You'll pass by Hitler's first home in Vienna and learn about his unsuccessful applications into Vienna's Academy of Arts.
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(Pass by)
On this tour, you'll pass by the gigantic 154-foot tall structure known as the Haus des Meeres. You'll hear how the imposing building was once a World War 2 flak tower.
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As you follow in young Hitler's footsteps, you'll pass by the grand Volkstheater where Hitler frequently attended performances.
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Austrian Parliament (Pass by)
On this tour, you'll pass by the Austrian Parliament. Along the way, you’ll find out how Vienna’s anti-Semitic environment and Hitler’s experiences of poverty and rejection shaped his worldview, providing valuable insights into one of history’s darkest chapters.
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Volksgarten (Pass by)
As you learn about Hitler's downfall and subsequent transformation into a tyrannical leader, you'll stroll past Volksgarten.
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Heldenplatz (Pass by)
You'll see the very spot on Heldenplatz where Hitler gave his triumphant “reunification” speech to over 200,000 people.
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This self-guided tour ends outside the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, which rejected the aspirant artist’s application three times.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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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