Vienna: Private World War II Walking Tour

Historic Center of Vienna, Vienna



Learn all about Vienna before World War II, during, and after when it was occupied by the Allies, on this informative walking tour through the inner city!

Highlights

  • Learn about Adolf Hitler's youth spent in Vienna
  • Learn how Austria became part of Nazi Germany
  • Learn about the Jewish victims in Vienna, and heroes like Simon Wiesenthal
  • Discover life in Vienna during the Allied occupation

Description

On March 15, 1938, from the balcony at Vienna’s Heldenplatz, or Heroes Square, infamous dictator Adolf Hitler delivered his speech announcing the Anschluss to a crowd of more than 200,000 people. Thus, Austria became part of the Third Reich, and Nazi Germany. Travel back in time, and join our World War II expert on a 2 - 2,5h hour walking tour through the city of Vienna, where you will learn everything about Adolf Hitler’s youth spent in Vienna, the rise of the National Socialism, the war itself, its victims and perpetrators, Hitler’s eventual downfall, and the post war years where Vienna was occupied by the Allied powers.

Includes

Guided tour of Vienna in English with state-certified Austria Guide

Excludes

Gratuities

Important Information

  • These tours take place rain or shine, be sure to dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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