Vienna Private Emperors Treasures and the Legacy of the Habsburgs

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3 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: German and 1 more

For more than 600 years, the Habsburg family has been ruling the country known as Austria, and many lands today beyond your borders. They evolved from an insignificant lineage of robber barons into a dynasty ruling an empire in which the sun never set, just to finally lose all power in the dawning age of democracy (all..?).
No wonder the Habsburgs left us with an ubiquitous legacy which can be deciphered on many buildings, squares, and religious edifices in Vienna’s Old Town as well as inside locations of Imperial presence now museums. Regional traditions and even some character traits of and prejudices against Austrians in general and Viennese in particular can be traced back to the long rule of one dynasty.
Last but nor least, we inherited many fascinating, awe-inspiring, at times shocking, sometimes tragical but every so often comical stories, some of which I will share with you on this vivid and colourful historical tour.
Please note: the two museum entries are payable on site.

What's Included

Reservation of all tickets and slots
Licensed local guide and historian
Imperial Crypt entrance fee - please pay on site in cash (EUR)
Hofburg Museum entrance fee - please pay on site in cash (EUR)

Meeting and pickup

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

You will met the guide visible on some of the pictures at the entrance of Peterskirche, just off the Graben. Upon request, a different meeting point might be arranged - please write me during or after booking. Thank you!

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Meeting point

You will met the guide visible on some of the pictures at the entrance of Peterskirche, just off the Graben. Upon request, a different meeting point might be arranged - please write me during or after booking. Thank you!

End point
Hofburg

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Peterskirche

    You will meet your guide in front of St. Peter's, where the tour begins. If the liturgical program of the church permits, we will enter the church and talk about the beginnings of the Habsburg family there.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Graben and Kohlmarkt

    Discover the 'Golden U' - three pedestrianised streets in the vicinity of the former Imperial Palace, where many purveyors to the Court had their luxurious boutiques - some of them until today.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Imperial Crypt

    Together with your guide and historian, discover the Imperial Crypt where more than one hundred Habsburg family members lie buried in ornate sarcophagi. Learn about the dynasty's peculiar burial rites, and wonder at some behind-the-scenes anecdotes about one or the other illustrious family member. The ticket fee is not included in the tour price. Your guide will book the tickets and time slot, you'll pay on site in cash (EUR). Price per adult is EUR 13.-

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Josephplatz

    Hear about Joseph II, the enlightened absolutist monarch and son of Maria Theresia, who introduced many lasting reforms, and also some odd ones...

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Spanish Riding School

    In Vienna, we have so many palaces that we even keep horses in them - True or False? Find out from your guide...

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Michaelerplatz

    Find out why this is the most prominent roundabout in Austria, what the Romans had to do with it, and where the Habsburgs came in..

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    The Hofburg

    The former Imperial palace grew over 600 years into an impressive structure and is nowadays housing many outstanding museums, international organisations, and our President's offices.. Together with your accredited guide, visit either the absolutely unique Imperial treasury where the insignia of power of the Habsburgs are today, or the Sisi Museum and State apartments in which you'll learn about eccentric Empress Elisabeth and see how the Royals lived. Choice of museum depends on your preference, and opening times/availability (Treasury closes Tuesdays). Entrance fee is not included in the tour price. Your guide will reserve tickets and time slots, you'll pay on site in cash (EUR). Price per adult in EUR: Treasury 16.-, Sisi+State Apt. 20.-

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included

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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Cancellation Policy

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

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