Vienna Old Town - Private Tour

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 2 more

Explore the finest art and culture at the Historic Center of Vienna. Admire rich architectural masterpieces such as the Townhall and the interiors of the Peterskirche. Visit the Rauhaus park built on the instructions of Emperor Franz Joseph. You will also come across the imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty rulers and visit the Peterskirche featuring beautiful artworks.

What's Included

Official Tour Guide
Entrance Fees

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Votive Church

In front of the Church - Votivkirche, your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Votivkirche

    Start your tour at the Votivkirche, a neo-Gothic church consecrated in the year 1879. It is built on the very site where an attempt to assassinate Emperor Franz Joseph was made. The emperor's brother took an active role in raising the funds to build the church as thanksgiving to God. The building is made out of white sandstone and one of its most impressive features is the main altar.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Next, you will see the townhall at Rathausplatz, designed by the architect Friedrich Schmidt. The construction of the building took place between 1872 and 1883. It features five towers and its facade is made in Gothic style. Its main tower is 98 meters tall. The building also houses the statue of Rathausmann, which is amongst one of the symbols of Vienna.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Rathaus

    As you continue, you will come across the Rathaus park, located across the street from the city hall. The park was built on the instructions of the Emperor Franz Joseph. A military parade ground previously existed here. Dr. Rudolf Siebeck is known to have designed the park. Here you will find a variety of trees including a Japanese umbrella tree and an old Ginkgo Biloba tree.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • The Hofburg (Pass by)

    Walk by the imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty rulers, the Hofburg serving today as the official residence of the President of Austria. Built in the 13th century and further expanded several times under the direction of famous architects. You will have a chance to see the Schweizertor, the Swiss gate which features the insignia of Emperor Ferdinand I.

    Admission ticket free
  • Historic Center of Vienna (Pass by)

    Walk through the Historic Center of Vienna where you will come across several buildings with rich architectural styles.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Peterskirche

    Finally, you will Visit the Peterskirche, a church Built in Baroque style. You will admire the interiors which include frescoes on an oval shaped dome, Baroque pulpit, the organ amongst other beautiful artworks.

    15 minutes • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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