Vienna: 2-Hour Historical Crimes Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG399005-725031
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Uncover the macabre side of Vienna on this 2-hour guided city crime tour. Visit the eery sites of the infamous deeds and historical scandals that left their mark on Vienna's history.
Explore the underside side of Vienna and uncover the hidden histories lurking behind every corner. Hear the infamous legends from your professional guide as you pass historical monuments with eery secrets.
Visit the Palais Bathory, home of the infamous Elizabeth Bathory. Learn about her many deeds and how she bathed in the blood of virgins, earning her the name the "Bloody Countess."
Turn a corner and arrive at the magnificent St. Stephen’s Cathedral, famous for its medieval crypts and tombs that hide a sinister past. Continue to the Himmelpfortgasse in the first district, known for its bloody history.
Uncover the dark histories behind over ten locations in Vienna and hear the bloodcurdling crimes, many of which were committed by historical Viennese nobles.
Highlights
- Uncover the crimes of Viennese historical nobles
- Hear the dark history of the city's most popular cathedral
- Discover the history of the infamous Bloody Countess
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will take place rain or shine
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Meet your guide near the "memorial against war and fascism" on Helmut Zilk Square. Your guide will have a yellow umbrella.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
