Vienna: Central Cemetery & Famous Graves Guided Tour
ID: GYG1309237-2000545
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Vienna's Central Cemetery on a guided walking tour. Visit the graves of Beethoven, Strauss, Brahms, and more, and discover hidden areas and impressive monuments.
Experience a unique perspective of Vienna with a guided walking tour through the Central Cemetery, one of Europe's largest and most historically significant cemeteries.
Stroll through its expansive, park-like grounds and visit the final resting places of renowned figures such as Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Johann Strauss, and Falco. Throughout the tour, your guide will share captivating stories about these individuals, their enduring legacies, and Vienna’s rich cultural heritage.
Discover impressive monuments, honorary graves, and the remarkable St. Charles Borromeo Church, while exploring hidden areas rarely seen by typical visitors. This tour provides a distinctive and tranquil experience, ideal for those seeking to explore Vienna beyond its traditional attractions.
Highlights
- Visit the final resting places of Beethoven, Strauss, Brahms, and more
- Explore the expansive, park-like grounds of Vienna's Central Cemetery
- Discover impressive monuments, honorary graves, and hidden areas
- Learn about the cemetery's history and the legacies of famous figures
- Enjoy a unique and tranquil experience away from traditional attractions
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note that on Sundays, access to the Church may be restricted during mass services.
The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
For latecomers, a no-show policy will be applied
Please enter through Gate 2 (Tor 2). Your guide will be waiting in front of the souvenir shop entrance, next to the porter, holding a “YouOnTour” sign.
INCLUDED
- Guided walking tour of Vienna Central Cemetery
- Licensed local guide
- Visit to famous graves (Beethoven, Strauss, Brahms, Schubert, Falco)
- Cemetery entrance fee (€3) included
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to/from the activity
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
