Vienna's European History Tour:
Vienna’s streets hold the echoes of 1200 years of European history. On our Vienna’s European History Tour, you’ll explore how Vienna has been shaped by key moments and figures in European culture, politics, and innovation. From Charlemagne’s influence to the modern high-tech restoration of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, this tour connects the past and present in remarkable ways.
This journey begins with Austria’s path into the European Union, revealing the historical context and the milestones of its accession. You’ll uncover Beethoven’s connection to the European anthem and hear about revolutionary thinkers like Berta Zuckerkandl, who championed peace and progress. From the Congress of Vienna to the uprisings of 1848, the tour sheds light on pivotal moments that shaped Europe. Through stories of emperors, revolutionaries, and iconic landmarks, this tour showcases Vienna’s central role in European history.
Tour Highlights:
- Discover Vienna’s role in European history through iconic landmarks
- Learn about key cultural and political milestones that shaped the continent
- Explore connections between Vienna and influential figures like Beethoven and Charlemagne
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Why book our Vienna's European History Tour?
This tour offers a unique perspective on Vienna’s role in shaping Europe over the centuries. With insights from an expert guide, you’ll connect with the city’s history in a deeper and more meaningful way. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, this experience reveals how Vienna became a cornerstone of European identity.
Important details:
Tour type: This tour is currently available as a private tour.
Duration: The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Guide: One of our awesome guides is looking forward to meeting you. See our full team of guides here.
Children: This tour is excellent for older children or teens who love stories, secrets and history.
Accessibility: This tour is wheelchair accessible.
What to wear: Comfortable shoes! Also, always check the weather forecast to bring the right clothes.
Interested in 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.
Tour conditions:
Minimum number of participants: The tour takes place as a private tour but can also be opened as a public tour upon request. It will take place as a public tour if at least 6 people are registered. In case there aren’t enough participants, we will unfortunately cancel the tour and issue you a full refund.
Cancellation policy: You can cancel your booking up to 48 hours in advance. If you cancel your booking less than 48 hours before the tour we won’t be able to issue a refund. Certain exceptions apply such as emergency situations. Please note, we reserve the right to cancel the tour up to 48 hours in advance too. We will do so if our guide is unavailable due to a sudden change or if we do not have the minimum number of participants required for the tour.
Pictures and videos: Please be aware that we might take photos and videos during the tour. If you don’t want to appear in any Secret Vienna promotional pictures, please let us know by sending us a message.
Copyrights: The content of the tour is produced by our hard working team of licensed guides. Therefore, recording the tour or taking pictures of artefacts and material used by the guide is strictly forbidden.
