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Vienna & State Opera House Tour

Discover the attractions of the Austrian capital with this walking tour of Vienna that includes a guided tour of the State Opera House, an iconic building in the city. Vienna & State Opera House Tour. The guided walk through Vienna's historic...

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Discover the attractions of the Austrian capital with this walking tour of Vienna that includes a guided tour of the State Opera House, an iconic building in the city.

Vienna & State Opera House Tour

The guided walk through Vienna's historic center begins at Albertinaplatz, next to the Danube Fountain.

Participants will learn about the link between the House of Habsburg and the history of Spain near the Hofburg Imperial Palace, which houses the Spanish Riding School—an institution listed as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

After viewing the exterior architecture of these buildings, the tour continues to St. Stephen's Cathedral, where participants can observe Romanesque and Gothic architectural elements.

The next stop is Heldenplatz, where Hitler announced Austria's annexation to the Third Reich. The tour will then proceed to the nearby Burggarten park to learn about Austrian music next to the statue of Mozart.

The tour concludes with a guided visit to the Vienna State Opera, exploring the stalls and stage area of this renowned opera house.

Private tour

Participants may also choose to book a private tour of Vienna.

Included

  • English speaking guide
  • Entrance to the Vienna State Opera

Location

Activity location

Albertinaplatz, 1010 Vienna, Austria

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