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Karlsplatz Tours and Tickets
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One of the largest squares in Vienna, Karlsplatz is dominated by the huge, baroque Karlskirche church, which was built between 1716 and 1737 with designs influenced by the architect's visit to Rome. The square is also well known for a pair of pavilions that were created in 1898 and 1899 by Otto Wagner and contain marble slabs and green-painted, wrought-iron frames that are decorated with gold-colored sunflowers and gilded trim.
The western side of the square contains the Secession Building, which is an art museum, and the Naschmarkt, which is Vienna's most popular market. The eastern side of the park is bordered by a park called Resselpark where you can find several statues of famous Austrians. Also near the square are several cultural institutions including the Musikverein, a concert hall that is home to the Vienna Philharmonic, and the Kunstlerhaus, an art gallery and exposition hall. The History Museum of Vienna is located on the eastern side of the square as well.
Karlsplatz,Karlsplatz strasse, Vienna, Austria
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Small-Group History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts
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Go deep into Vienna’s rich history on a 3-hour, small-group walking tour with an expert guide. Start your tour in the former seat of the Habsburg Empire, and hear about the city’s kings, queens and revolutionaries. Spot architectural and historic landmarks as you explore a pair of vibrant shopping districts. Learn about Habsburg religion and ritual at a trio of extraordinary churches, and see traces left by waves of invading forces from Ottomans to Nazis. Take in Vienna’s highlights and enjoy unique historic insights on the capital city.
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$105.00
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Small Group 3-hour History Tour of Vienna Art Nouveau: Otto Wagner and the City Trains
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Discover the Art Nouveau designs that weave through Vienna’s architecture with a 3-hour tour of the city’s turn-of-the-century metro stations and buildings. Learn about the origins of iconic landmarks and the architects that created them; stroll from the pavilion at Karlsplatz to the historic Stadtpark station and Kettenbrücke station. Pause to take in the gilded dome of the Secession building, and learn the design philosophy behind a pair of apartment houses. Finish your walking tour by visiting two final stations, including a gem-like royal station built just for the Emperor.
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Private Half-Day History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts
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Go deep into Vienna’s rich history on a 3-hour, private walking tour with an expert guide. Explore the city’s iconic landmarks and local neighborhoods as you trace a route from the elegant Michaelerplatz to the culture-filled MuseumsQuartier. Learn about the legacies of Habsburg dynasties and the armies that have swept through the city; see 12th-century walls, humble churches and the soaring St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Discover the landmarks hidden within Vienna’s most fashionable districts, and enjoy the personal experience of visiting the city with a private guide.
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Private Vienna Half-Day Small-Group Tour: City Landmarks and Highlights
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Experience the very best of Vienna on a 3-hour, private tour in a comfortable vehicle. See the architectural highlights of the city center, including Ringstrasse, Prater and the soaring spires of St. Stephen's Cathedral. Hear stories about the city’s kings, queens and revolutionaries, with flexibility to stop for photos of Vienna’s classic sights. Get beyond the city center to visit a soaring observation wheel, a baroque castle and the sprawling Schönbrunn palace while enjoying an insider’s perspective on Austria’s rich history and culture.
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Queer Vienna Tour - Bright an lively
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Marriage for all, Rainbow crosswalks, queer traffic light couples and a 4th place on the International Gay Travel Index for queer friendly destinations!
Austria and especially his capital, Vienna, have made massive strides these last few years regarding the equality and visibility of the LGBTIQ+ community. None of that would have been possible without the countless brave activists and pioneers, that came before us.
On our Queer-Vienna Walking Tour we meet Archdukes and Archduchesses, that defied the stiff conventions at court, we track down an espionage scandal, that shook the Empire – and even Sigmund Freud will get a word in!
So grab your rainbow flags and your best feather boa and discover Vienna with us at its most colourful!
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Vienna Christmas Market Crawl
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Vienna’s most famous and coveted markets are the Christmas markets. Taking place from the middle of November to the end of December, a Viennese Christmas market is a special experience. There are large Christmas markets with hundreds of stalls selling Austrian delicacies, handmade wooden toys, souvenirs, and of course mulled cider and wine, to tiny Christmas markets wedged inside dead-end cobblestoned streets-blink-and-you’ll-have-missed-it. Each is unique and unforgettable in its own way.
Join us on a three-hour Christmas market crawl that will take you to the following markets:
•Karlsplatz
• Maria-Theresa Square
•Rathausplatz / City Hall
* Depending on the various markets opening times, one of the markets above may be substituted with another (equally as beautiful!) Christmas market.
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Segway Tour Vienna in Winter
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Feel festive this holiday season with a 3-hour Segway tour around Vienna’s Christmas markets. Led by a local guide, ride around the Ringstrasse, the famous Ring Road showcasing some of the city’s finest architecture. See the Hofburg Palace, City Hall, and Burgtheater. Then slip into the holiday spirit with a stop at the Christmas markets, perusing the stalls and sipping on a hot drink. After admiring the twinkling lights and merry decor, your tour will conclude back at your original departure point.
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Vienna: Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour
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During the private tour you will get to know the history and culture of Vienna and Austria. See iconic highlights as St. Stephen's Cathedral and Hofburg, but also discover hidden gems of the city with incredible stories!
Highlights:
- Explore the highlights of Vienna during the tour led by a licensed guide
- Learn the history of Vienna and discover local heritage
- Admire sights in Old Town as St. Stephen's Cathedral, Rathaus and Albertina
- Visit St. Peter's Catholic Church and explore famous Hofburg Palace
- Enjoy a private tour only with your family and friends
Learn the facts and legends of picturesque Vienna city on a private walking tour. You will see the best selected highlights and main attractions. Get a great portion of knowledge from your local professional guide and enjoy vibes of this historic city. The guide leads you through multiple alleys and parts of the city to deliver you unforgettable memories!
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Vienna goes to Hollywood
Hollywood loves Vienna!
On this tour you will not only understand why by walking through Vienna's most breathtaking scenery, you will also travel through history of film from black-and-white to colourful.
Who wanted to jump from our State Opera? What has technology to do with the Hollywood Walk of Fame? Which film confused the whole Viennese population?
Listen to funny anecdotes and incidents behind the curtain of several film sets and visit with us the different locations of world famous Hollywood films!
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$34.66
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Vienna: Meet Beethoven Life Private Guided Walking Tour
Austria is known around the world for many reasons, surely one of them is Beethoven’s music. This outstanding musician was especially related with Vienna. Here he developed himself and brought value to local culture and died. Follow his trail with private guide.
Highlights:
- Find out true history of outstanding Vienna musician - Ludwig van Beethoven
- Step inside Beethoven Pasqualatihaus where he lived and invented the most recognizable symphonies
- Marvel at Secession building, Beethoven Statue and Theater an der Wien
- Experience amazing concert of classical music with some of Beethoven songs
- Enjoy a private tour only with your family and friends in vibes of classical music
There is no need to be a fan of Beethoven, but there is need to get familiar with his history if you visit Vienna. Here he invented symphonies which gave him a world-known fame! Collect all points on Vienna map related with him, see magnificent buildings and sights
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$142.09
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Private Bike Tour of Vienna with Top Attractions & Nature
Vienna is full of interesting sights spread all over the city, so take advantage of bike tour. Grab one of them, follow the guide and enjoy the best highlights such as Hofburg, Rathaus and Albertina in an eco-friendly way without traffic jams!
Highlights:
- Experience the Bike Tour led by private licensed guide
- See the highlights of Vienna in eco-friendly way
- Avoid traffic jams and discover Old Town in fun and informative way with guide
- Enjoy private tour with adjusted tempo and program to your wishes
- Marvel at St. Stephen's Cathedral, Rathaus, Hofburg and Albertina
Experience highlights of Vienna during a fantastic Bike Tour. Meet your local guide who will lead you safely around the city to show you the best parts of the city with plenty of chances to stop for fabolous souvenir photos! Explore the historic Old Town of Vienna and discover hidden gems. Forget about tourist crowds, tired feet, and traffic jams!
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$138.62
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$138.62
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Private 3-hour History Tour of Vienna Art Nouveau: Otto Wagner and the City Trains
Explore Vienna’s Art Nouveau design with a personal, expert guide on a 3-hour, private walking tour of metro stations and architecture. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour as you discover the stories behind the buildings and monuments. Walk from the elegant pavilion at Karlsplatz to a series of Art Nouveau stations, and pause to visit a groundbreaking art museum and two apartment houses designed by Otto Wagner. Finish your tour at a pair of beautiful metro stations, including a tiny stop built just for the Emperor.
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