Vienna at First Glance a Private Walking Tour for First Timers

4.9
(127 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

Simply the best “Introductory Tour” covering “Inner City Highlights”.
The tour also works for day-time layovers of min. 7hrs. starting at the Hilton Park Hotel (mark as special request).
"Walk Vienna with Friends" is the motto we live.
We meet our guests at their "doorstep" - at all hotels/vacation homes in town and at the city pier or main train station. This way we eliminate the hassle in finding meeting points.
Other meeting points can be arranged!
This half-day tour introduces three mayor attraction in Vienna – Belvedere Hill, the monumental parts of the Ring boulevard/Hofburg and St. Stephen’s cathedral in the heart of the city.
We introduce our efficient, simple and save public transportation system.
This Private Walking-Tour is perfect for individual travelers and small groups and can be adjusted to accommodate personal preferences.
After booking we provide planning help even beyond bookable services.

What's Included

Professional Austria Guide - from doorstep/pier/train station
Public trasportation where useful

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We meet our guests at the "doorstep" - at all hotels/vacation homes in town and at the city pier “Handelskai 265”. Other meeting points can be arranged!

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Jardines de Belvedere

    The Belvedere View is Vienna‘s best and the and the palace is a good example for Baroque.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Ringstrasse (Pass by)

    A scenic tram-ride along the “Golden Mile” of the Ring boulevard, past the Soviet Monument, Staatsoper, Mueseum Quarter to Rathausplatz.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Rathausplatz

    Rathausplatz Rathausplatz is surrounded by city hall, university, Burgtheater and Freud’s favorite café. There in summer you’ll find the food & music film festival, before Christmas the largest of Vienna’s many Christmas markets followed by the “Ice Dream”

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Volksgarten (Pass by)

    The Temple of Theseus, Parliament, City Hall and Burgtheater are elements of one of the most impressive historic City Panoramas.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Osterreichisches Parlament

    The Austrian parliament built in neo-Hellenistic style features a number of symbols waiting to be deciphered.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Heldenplatz (Pass by)

    The newest of the Hofburg courtyards is dominated by two outstanding statues of horsemen and yes, the notorious “Hitler balcony”.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Hofburg (Pass by)

    For 650 years the ruler’s residence first the Dukes of Austria, then the Emperors of the Holy Roman Empire and finally the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Only the Vatican palace has more continuity!

    Admission ticket free
  • Goldenes Quartier Vienna (Pass by)

    Amidst the ubiquitous chain-shops like Prada, Chanel, Cartier, Gucci, D&G, Tiffani – the “Schwarze Kameel” is a real jewel from the early 1900ies. Here Viennese enjoy an after work get to gather – happy to pay full price!

    Admission ticket free
  • Graben and Kohlmarkt (Pass by)

    Connecting the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral those are the most prestigious streets of the Inner City, and it shows.

    Admission ticket free
  • Colonna Della Peste (Pestsaule) (Pass by)

    Best of its kind in Central Europe, it’s a good example for the struggle of religions in the 1600 and 1700-hundreds. – Let’s unlock the story!

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Stephansplatz

    The St. Stefan-Cathedral is am marvel in itself – but, is it just a manmade rock of faith? Let’s decipher some of its massages!

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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