World War II Vienna Tour with a Local History Expert

What happened to Vienna when Hitler annexed Austria? Consume WWII history the easy way with a Local History Expert on a group tour of the Old Town. See St. Stephen's Cathedral, Heldenplatz, State Opera, and more.
- Discover the little known history of WWII in Vienna with a 5-Star Expert Guide
- See places related to the events of WWII and the Holocaust in Vienna Old Town
- Follow the trail of Adolf Hitler, the Nazis and the resistance
- Learn about the events and personalities of WWI and WWII in an easy-to-understand way
- Enjoy a small group tour for history buffs and amateurs alike
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Join our Local History Expert-Guide as they explore the scars and battlefields left by World War II on the streets of Vienna. This walking tour will be an entertaining and educational experience for everyone who wants to understand the historical background and consequences of WWII in Hitler’s homeland, Austria. Take advantage of a limited group size of like-minded individuals and an Expert Guide. Experience WWII in Vienna.
Book this 1,5-hour walking tour to learn about the events and personalities of World War II in Vienna. There is a lot to uncover here, from Franz Ferdinand’s assassination, through Hitler’s annexation of Austria, to the bombing of Vienna, and more. Our group tours are conducted in English, avoiding the distractions of running the tour in 2-3 languages at the same time, so it will be easy to follow the story. Your Expert Guide will provide all the facts and answer any questions you may have about Austria’s involvement in WWII and the Holocaust. The walking route will cover places that bear traces of these events, such as the imperial Hofburg Palace, where Hitler announced the country’s annexation, the world-famous Vienna Opera House, which was heavily damaged by the 1945 bombing, the Jewish Museum and St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
- World War II History Walking Tour in Vienna
- 5-Star Licensed Guide speaking only 1 language
- Expert commentary on World War II, World War I and the Holocaust
- A special tour program tailored to the interests of the group
- Group size limited to 25 people
Important information
Meet your guide in front of Raiffeisen Bank, 1010 Vienna, Michaelerplatz 3 (3 minutes from the metro station Herrengasse line U3)
What you should know
- Our group tours are limited in size to a maximum of 25 participants.
- Customer info on the voucher:
1. We recommend arriving at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. You will not be entitled to a refund if you are unable to join the group tour due to late arrival. Delays are not allowed as being late will affect the experience of other participants.
2. Cancellation and changes to the booking, such as changing the number participants can be made via the Portal’s System. If you need assistance, please contact the Customer Service of the portal where you made your booking.
3. On the day of the tour, if you cannot find the meeting point, please contact the guide directly. The guide’s phone number will be active 20 minutes before the tour starts.
4. Check below who will be your guide on the date you choose and write down the provided mobile phone number.
Guide: Ute, +43 676 62 19 955
May: 01, 03, 05, 06, 09, 13, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 29, 30 / June 02, 04, 07, 08, 10, 14, 18, 21, 24, 28 / July 01, 04, 08, 10, 12, 16, 18, 23, 26, 28, 30 / August 01, 04, 05, 06, 09, 11, 13, 16, 17, 20, 22, 29 / September 01, 04, 06, 08, 11, 15, 17, 20, 24, 25, 28 / October 01, 04, 05, 08, 10, 12, 15, 17, 21, 22, 25, 26, 30 / November 01, 04, 06, 11, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 / December: 01, 04, 06, 07, 10, 13, 16, 18, 20, 26, 29, 30;
Guide: Robert. +43 660 602 83 08
May: 08, 10, 16, 20, 27, 31 / June 03, 05, 11, 16, 20, 22, 27, 29 / July 03, 06, 14, 15, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31 / August 02, 03, 08, 10, 12, 14, 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 / September 02, 09, 13, 19, 22, 23, 27, 29 / October 06, 07, 13, 14, 18, 19, 27, 28 / November 10, 18, 25 / December: 02, 09, 14, 22, 23, 27, 28;
Guide: Claire, +43 676 69 63 724
May: 02, 12, 14, 25 / June 06, 09, 15, 17, 23, 25 / July 02, 11, 17 / August 21, 23, 24, 27 / September 03, 12, 16, 21, 30 / October 02, 11, 23, 29, 31 / November 08, 15, 29 / December: 03, 05, 11, 15;
Guide: Eva. +43 676 30 55 364
May: 04, 07, 11, 15, 18, 22, 23, 28 / June 01, 12, 19, 26, 30 / July 05, 07, 09, 13, 19, 21 / August 15, 30 / September 07, 10, 18, 26 / October 03, 09, 16, 20, 24 / November 22 / December: 08, 12, 17, 19, 21, 31.
5. Guests are not allowed to bring bulky items or any type of luggage – suitcases, bags, scooters, etc. There is no luggage storage.
6. Pets are not allowed.
World War II Vienna Tour with a Local History Expert