Vienna World War II, Nazi Regime & Hitler Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Delve into Vienna’s complex history during a 2.5-hour walking tour that uncovers the city’s ties to the Nazi regime and Hitler’s early life. Guided by a certified expert, this tour takes you through hidden alleys and quiet streets, revealing a lesser-known narrative of Austria’s past. Gain insight into the roots of antisemitism and the impact of Nazi terror on over 65,000 Austrian Jews. This reflective journey also highlights Austria’s ongoing efforts to confront and remember its historical atrocities, making it a thought-provoking experience for those interested in cultural heritage and memory.

What's Included

Certified local guide
2.5-hour walking tour
WWII, Hitler & Nazi history insights
Hidden streets and lesser-known sites
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the colorful Anker Clock, wearing a badge that identifies them as an “Austria Guide.”

End point
Heldenplatz

The tour ends at Heldenplatz.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Ankeruhr Clock

    At the Anker Clock, you’ll meet your guide and begin your journey into Vienna’s Jewish history, with an introduction to the city around 1900—a time of cultural brilliance but also rising antisemitism.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Move into everyday Jewish life—community, traditions, and the vibrant pre-war Jewish presence in Vienna.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Deepen the story at Vienna’s main synagogue: religion, identity, and importantly, survival — including why the Stadttempel is the only synagogue in Vienna that still stands from before the Nazi era.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Freyung

    At Freyung, you’ll explore a historic square connected to Vienna’s Jewish past, while your guide explains the social and political climate that contributed to growing antisemitism.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial

    At Judenplatz, you’ll visit the Holocaust Memorial and reflect on the destruction of Vienna’s Jewish community, learning about the lives lost and the lasting impact of Nazi persecution.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Heldenplatz

    At Heldenplatz, you’ll examine one of the most significant sites of Nazi history, where Hitler announced the Anschluss in 1938, and reflect on Austria’s role and its ongoing process of coming to terms with its past.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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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Tags

Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Crime Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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