Vienna: Educational Walk Exploring Homelessness Tour auf Deutsch ab Bäckerstraße
ID: GYG196073-305603
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
On this unique guided tour you’ll explore places relating to homelessness with a guide who was previously, or still is, homeless. Learn about the causes of homelessness, and discuss possible solutions. Engage in a conversation concerning poverty.
Explore Vienna on this unique and eye-opening tour which delves into the issue of homelessness in the world’s most livable city. Upon meeting your guide, a formerly homeless person, you’ll explore parts of the city that pertain to homelessness. See the stark contrast between the splendor of Austria and the reality of poverty.
On this atypical tour, you’ll be educated by your guide’s mix of facts and personal stories that illustrate the complexity of homelessness. Ask your guide questions about their experience. Walk the line between poverty and welfare, and discuss the causes and possible solutions to this critical socio-political issue.
Highlights
- Explore the complex issue of homelessness
- Hear insight guide who has experienced homelessness
- See the contrast between the splendor of Vienna and the reality of homelessness
- Reflect upon an important social issue
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that this tour is not a typical sightseeing tour: it does not provide historical information, it does not visit facilities, and does not put homeless people on display. The places visited are sites related to homelessness and have been chosen in order to explain the complex issue of homelessness.
• This tour does not visit homeless shelters or put homeless people on display.
• This 2-hour walk takes place outdoors. Please wear comfortable shoes and weatherproof clothing
• If it rains heavily, your guide will ask if you would like to continue the tour in a nearby coffee house.
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
Meetingpoint is at Bäclerstraße 18, 1010 Wien, in front of restaurant INIGO. You will recognize your SHADES TOURS Guide by the folder in his hands.
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.
