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Karlsplatz

Karlsplatz

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One of the largest squares in Vienna, Karlsplatz is dominated by the massive Karlskirche (St. Charles Church) overlooking its lake-size central fountain. This striking public space features a pair of landmark 19th-century pavilions, the Secession Building exhibition hall, the bustling Naschmarkt market, and the leafy Resselpark.

Karlsplatz, Vienna, Vienna, 1040

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Amazing Vienna on Electric Bike

Amazing Vienna on Electric Bike

Take a quick sightseeing tour of Vienna riding around the city on e-bikes with a local guide. Ride through the center of Vienna, stopping at important landmarks, such as the Maria Theresien Square, Naschmarkt, and Rathaus as you go to take photos and learn a little about their history. This small-group tour is limited to two participants.

2 hours
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Vienna: Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour

Vienna: Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour

See Vienna better with a private guide, on a tour just for you and your personal group. You’ll get a more intimate look at the Austrian capital’s acclaimed sights, with the freedom to chat and ask questions unselfconsciously as you explore. Old town landmarks like St. Stephen’s Cathedral are seen on the route, along with some of the city’s lesser-known sights that the tourists sometimes miss.

2 to 6 hours
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Price varies by group size

Vienna Christmas Tour

Vienna Christmas Tour

Visit three of Vienna’s most famous Christmas market areas on this walking tour of Austria’s capitol city. Listen to your guide tell you holiday stories about Christmas traditions important to locals as you make your way through the streets. See popular attractions, such St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Imperial Palace, and visit Christmas markets in Town Hall Square, Charles Square, and near Belvedere Palace.

3 hours
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Private Half-Day History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts

Private Half-Day History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts

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.

3 hours
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Small-Group History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts

Small-Group History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts

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.

3 hours
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4 hour private tour in Vienna with a car up to 6 pax

4 hour private tour in Vienna with a car up to 6 pax

In four hour tour you will drive over all the sights that can be discovered in the center of the Austrian capital. You will get an overview of Vienna's fortunes from our certified tour guide. With a private tour you can customize everything such as the desired route, start time, etc.

4 hours
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Private Vienna Half-Day Small-Group Tour: City Landmarks and Highlights

Private Vienna Half-Day Small-Group Tour: City Landmarks and Highlights

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.

3 hours
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Private Bike Tour of Vienna Top Attractions & Nature

Private Bike Tour of Vienna Top Attractions & Nature

Visit Vienna by bike with your own private guide to lead the way. You'll learn about the city's history and culture as you visit popular attractions such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Rathaus (City Hall), and the Hofburg (Imperial Palace), or take advantage of the flexibility that comes with a private tour by customizing your itinerary to suit your particular interests.

2 to 6 hours
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Private Vienna Walking Tour with Private Local Guide

Private Vienna Walking Tour with Private Local Guide

Our privately guided tour ensures that you receive individualized attention from our knowledgeable local guide. Our local guides are passionate about their city and have an in-depth understanding of Vienna's history, culture, and hidden gems. They'll share fascinating stories and local anecdotes that you won't find in guidebooks, giving you a deeper appreciation for the city's rich heritage. While we'll certainly cover Vienna's iconic landmarks, our tour also includes delightful detours to lesser-known spots that only a local would know. Get ready to uncover charming corners, hidden courtyards, and tucked-away cafes that add an extra layer of magic to your Vienna experience. Our 2-hour tour is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to Vienna without feeling rushed. You'll have enough time to absorb the beauty of the architecture, take photos, and ask questions as we leisurely explore the city's highlights.

2 hours
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Queer Vienna - Pride is back!

Queer Vienna - Pride is back!

Marriage equality, Rainbow crosswalks, queer traffic light couples and ranking number four on the International Gay Travel Index for gay friendly destinations! Austria and especially its 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 worked towards this goal. On this queer tour we talk about Vienna as it is now and what it took to get here, while also featuring famous and not so famous figures from Vienna's queer history. So pack your rainbow flags and your best feather boa and discover Vienna with us at its most colorful!

2 hours
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Private 3-hour History Tour of Vienna Art Nouveau: Otto Wagner and the City Trains

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.

3 hours
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Private photo shoot! In front of the most beautiful buildings in Vienna

Private photo shoot! In front of the most beautiful buildings in Vienna

Make your trip extra special! Book this unique photo shoot and explore Vienna in a very special way. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the city with a local professional photographer. Whether you are traveling alone, with your partner or with your family, this photo shoot will give you the opportunity to capture your stay in Vienna in a special way.

1 hour 30 minutes
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Vienna: Meet Beethoven Life Private Guided Walking Tour

Vienna: Meet Beethoven Life Private Guided Walking Tour

Pay homage to Ludwig van Beethoven on a tour of the composer’s Vienna. With a private guide, you’ll follow his trail around the city, learning about his influence on the city history and seeing the sights. With an itinerary that offers a mix of curiosities and time-treasured monuments, the tour is ideal for both Beethoven fans and history lovers alike. An extended option, which includes a concert, is available online.

3 to 5 hours
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The best ways to experience Karlsplatz are:

Amazing Vienna on Electric Bike
Vienna: Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour
Vienna Christmas Tour
Private Half-Day History Walking Tour in Vienna: The City of Many Pasts

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