Discover the secrets of the central cemetery:
The Central Cemetery is a place full of secrets and mysteries! Although we will pass by the tombs of some of the famous individuals buried there, our focus is on the forgotten personalities off the “tourist trails” who are also the most exciting ones. Join our guide Wolfgang and hear eerie yet beautiful stories about enlightened homicides, about the first beauty-surgeon who has mainly treated people with venereal diseases and about the Italian who supposedly poisoned Mozart. We invite you to join us on this exciting two-hour tour and explore the countless secrets which are buried here, waiting to be uncovered.
Tour highlights:
- Long forgotten stories of lesser known personalities
- A journey off the beaten paths of the central cemetery
- An impressive yet controversial church
And much more!
Book this private tour here!
Choose the payment option based on your group size. We will then check our guides’ availability and get back to you with the confirmation and details.
Time/Duration
Approx. 2 Hours
(Private: Flexible)
Language
English
(German on request)
Group Size (public tours)
Public: 6-15
Private: up to 30
Location
Central Cemetery
(11th district)
Why this tour?
Instead of taking an ordinary sightseeing tour, dig a bit deeper to learn the unique stories and secrets of Vienna’s central cemetery. These stories are new even to most locals and so this could be a great activity for anyone who wants to explore and learn about Vienna’s cemetery in a fascinating and entertaining way.
Interested in joining a public tour?
Upon request we can publish a public tour to reduce the tour’s price per person. A public tour costs 35 euros per participant and requires a minimum of 6 participants.
Important Details
- Tour type: Available both as a private tour and a public tour (upon request)
- Duration: The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
- Guide: See our full team of guides licensed Austria Guides here.
- Accessibility: This tour is wheelchair accessible.
- What to wear: Comfortable shoes and water. Also, always check the weather forecast!
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund for cancellations made up to 48 hours in advance.
- No refunds for cancellations within 48 hours.
- We reserve the right to cancel 48h prior if the minimum of 6 participants for public tours isn’t met (full refund issued).
Privacy & Copyright
Recording the tour or photographing guide materials is strictly forbidden.
Photos/videos may be taken during the tour (please inform your guide if you wish to opt-out).
Book this private tour here!
Choose the payment option based on your group size. We will then check our guides’ availability and get back to you with the confirmation and details.
Licensed Experts Only
At Secret Vienna, every tour is led by a government-certified specialist. We uphold the highest standards of historical accuracy and professional storytelling.
Group & Private Events
Planning a corporate team-building, a school trip, or a private event? We specialize in tailoring our tours for private groups!
