Vienna: Private Music Tour Meeting Point
ID: GYG343826-638945
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Find out why more composers have lived in Vienna than in any other city in the world on a private music tour. Discover the stories of the Vienna Boys Choir, the famous State Opera, the "Waltz King" Johann Strauss, and the Austropop legend, Falco.
This three-hour musical odyssey will begin with a tour of the State Opera House, where you will get behind-the-scenes access to the most famous opera house in the world. Learn about its most important conductors like Gustav Mahler, and the history of this temple of music.
Afterwards, embark on a leisurely musical stroll through the inner city of Vienna. Stops will include, but are not limited to, Palais Lobkowitz, where Beethoven premiered his Symphony No. 3 "Eroica" and the home of his main patron, and Hofburg Imperial Chapel, where the Vienna Boys Choir perform every Sunday.
Discover the Mozart Memorial, the former dance salon where the master, Johann Strauss, made the ladies swoon, and the former residence of Ludwig von Beethoven, Pasqualati House. Check out the beautiful St. Stephen's Cathedral, see Mozart's former home, and much more, all with a state-certified guide.
Highlights
- See and learn about the most famous opera house in the world
- Find out how the famous Vienna Boys Choir began
- See the dance salon where Johann Strauss, the "Waltz King," made the ladies swoon
- Marvel at St. Stephen's Cathedral, where Mozart was married and Joseph Haydn sang as a choir boy for eight years
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Based on the State Opera's opening hours and tour availabilities, the local partner will let you know at which time your tour will begin
Masks are required while indoors
Masks are optional for this activity
Your guide will be waiting for you by the fountain on the lefthand side of the opera house
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.
