Take A deep dive
Story of an Empire
Get ready for some hardcore history with this excellent tour of Vienna, the capital of the former Habsburg Superpower!
Your expert guide and Art Historian Jan’s true passion is history and Vienna is full of it. Some of the most essential chapters in our history originated in this amazing city and Jan knows how to tell them.
Experience a chronological adventure, from Vienna’s oldest building, Rupert’s church, to the modern Ringstrasse Boulevard with its monumental and grand scale. Get intimately familiar with the most important members of the imperial Habsburg dynasty, and see how they affected, not only Vienna’s history but also the course of the human experience on our planet. Â
This tour covers (among other): The imperial Hofburg palace, St. Stephen’s cathedral, the University Quarter, The State Opera, the Ringstrasse, and the Heroes’ Square.
This is the true Origin story of Vienna.
Learn in a fun and entertaining way. Humor and great storytelling bring life to this immersive old town.
After the tour, not only will you be familiar with ‘s historical heritage, but also have great inspiration as to what to do next. Jan has great recommendations for further cultural and gastronomical explorations.
Price
- € 270
Tour Duration
- 3 hours
Group Size
- 1 - 8 participants
Tour Details
- Meet up in front of FENSTER CAFE (try the special cappuccino)
- Walking tour, ca 8000 steps
- Included: Licensed guide and Art Historian, tips and recommendations
- Not included: Gratuity
What We Guide Vienna Can Offer You
Licensed Guide and Art Historian
Jan found a fun way to put his Art History degree to use and has guided travelers for more than 10 years and in many different countries. In 2017, Jan made Vienna his new home and specializes in art and history.
Custom tours
Customize and design your own experience. Send Jan a mail with or without a wish list and Jan will help you put together your next unforgettable trip in or around Vienna.
Gripping storytelling and infotainment
Learn with humor and gripping storytelling. Jan follows the modern school of guiding philosophy which puts emphasis on creating an immersive and learning environment through entertainment and great storytelling.​
Guide Tips and treasure hunts
Vienna has so many places to see and so many things to try out. Continue your exploration on your own but before you go, make sure to get tips, recommendations and treasure hunts from Jan.
