IMPERIAL VIENNA - Hofburg Palace & the center in ENGLISH

Discover the secrets of Vienna's most impressive and intricate palace, the Hofburg, which boasts more than 1800 rooms! Join me on a journey through the last 700 years of Austria, from its inception to the present day. I will explain why this city attracted figures such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Gustav Klimt, and Sigmund Freud. We will not only delve into the artistic and musical legacy but also explore the dark past and the era of Hitler.

Furthermore, I will showcase intriguing details in numerous architectural buildings in the heart of Vienna. After this guided tour, you will fall in love with this city!

Itinerary
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Stop At: Wiener Staatsoper, Opernring 2, Vienna 1010 Austria

The State Opera was built 150 years ago and caused a huge scandal at the beginning. Why- You´ll learn during this tour! ;)

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Albertinaplatz 1, Vienna 1010 Austria

The Albertina museum ist one of the most emblematic venues in Vienna. The name is composed by Albert + Chritina. Who were they- I'll explain you on that stop.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Looshaus, Michaelerpl. 3, Vienna Austria

The Looshaus building (which currently houses the Raiffeisen bank) was built in 1910 by a modern architect Adolf Loos and caused a real scandal due to its sober façade. Because of the lack of ornaments in the design, the Viennese began to call the building "The house without eyebrows".


Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Heldenplatz, Volksgarten Hofburg Palace, Vienna 1010 Austria

In the Heroes´ Square you´ll be amazed by the statues of two glorious generals. One of them fought against the Turks (Ottoman Empire) and had the Belvedere Palace built, where the famous G.Klimt painting "The Kiss" is currently located. We´ll observe the flags of a very important international organization (OSZE), the flags of the chancellery and the offices of the president. We´ll take a glance at the balcony of the national library, from where Hitler declared the annexation to the Third Reich (Anschluss). We´ll talk about the tragedy of World War II.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Hofburg, Michaelerkuppel, Vienna 1010 Austria

The Hofburg Winter Palace will be our "highlight" of the guided tour. Built at different times, it represents a curious mix of architectural styles. The Royals lived here and had great parties, apart from ruling the Empire... ;D The Hofburg Winter Palace will be our "highlight" of the guided tour. Built at different times, it represents a curious mix of architectural styles. Here the Emperors lived, had parties and made political decisions. You´ll hear how the myth of Empress Sisi was born and the reasons why she was so unhappy in this Palace.
You´ll understand why the Empress Sisi was so unhappy "in this golden cage", as she used to say...


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: St. Michael's Church, Michaelerplatz 5, Vienna 1010 Austria

St. Michael´s Church was the church of the aristocracy in the Habsburg era. The Mozart's entire Requiem was conducted here for the first time after the death of the great composer.



Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Spanish Riding School, Michaelerplatz 1 Unter der Michaelerkuppel, Vienna 1010 Austria

We´ll make a mandatory stop at the doors of the Spanish Riding School, based on the classical dressage of the robust Lipizzaner horses. You´ll learn where the name of this breed comes from and why they're so prominent today.



Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Graben and Kohlmarkt, Vienna Austria

We´ll see a part of the most expensive street in Vienna - Kohlmarkt, where Sisi´s favorite pastry shop is still located. We'll talk about the sweets that not even the Empress could resist.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Maria Theresia Denkmal, Maria Theresa Square, Vienna 1010 Austria

The famous empress who reigned for 40 years and introduced many important reforms. And had 16 children... ;D

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Volksgarten, Burgring 1, Vienna 1010 Austria

We´ll pass through the "people´s park" - the Volksgarten. I´ll talk about numerous rose bushes and you can take hundreds of photos here.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Michaelerplatz, Vienna Austria

The Michaelerplatz square contains a true hidden gem that often goes unnoticed: the Roman remains from 2000 years ago. We´ll talk about Vienna´s past from Roman times and the meaning of the square today.



Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: St. Stephen's Cathedral, Stephansplatz 3, Vienna 1010 Austria

St. Stephen´s Cathedral is the spiritual heart of Austria. I´ll show you some very curious objects on the façade and I´ll advise you what you shouldn´t miss inside of this Gothic jewel.



Duration: 10 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"We'll walk a lot, please wear comfortable shoes and take a bottle of water."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Horário de Início: 09:00 AM
Duração: 2 Hours
Ponto de partida: Vienna State Opera, Opernring 2, 1010 Wien, Austria

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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• Guided tour with excellent explanations throughout the journey.

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