Jewish History and Nazi Terror Walking Tour
Historic Center of Vienna, Vienna
Explore Vienna’s hidden streets with a local guide to uncover 800 years of Jewish history, Nazi terror, and Austria’s ongoing journey of confronting its past.
This 2.5-hour walking tour in Vienna’s Old Town explores Nazi history and its impact, suited for visitors interested in Austria’s complex past.
Highlights
- Explore the dark city’s history with a knowledgeable guide
- Understand Austria’s ongoing reckoning with its past
- Experience Austria’s effort to confront and remember its history
- Learn about Adolf Hitler’s early life in Vienna
- Visit hidden streets linked to Nazi persecution
Description
Join a certified guide for a 2.5-hour walking tour tracing 800 years of Vienna’s history, focusing on the impact of Nazi terror under Hitler.
Walk through quiet streets and hidden alleys, away from busy tourist areas, to discover a lesser-known side of the city. The tour offers insights into the cultural and historical roots of antisemitism and its devastating effect on over 65,000 Austrian Jews during the Nazi era.
Visit locations connected to Nazi persecution and learn about Vienna around 1900, when a struggling young man, later known as Adolf Hitler, lived in the city and formed ideas with catastrophic consequences.
The tour also examines how Austria has confronted its dark history and how this process continues today.
Includes
- Certified local guide
- 2.5-hour walking tour
- Insights on WWII, Hitler, and Nazi history
- Visits to hidden streets and lesser-known sites
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
- This tour covers sensitive topics related to Jewish history and Nazi terror, presented with respect and historical care. Some content may be emotionally impactful.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- This is an exterior-only tour; no interior visits are included.
- Late arrivals will be subject to a no-show policy.
Easy Cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
