Vienna: Private World War II Walking Tour
ID: GYG370846-666666
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
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!
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.
Highlights
- Learn about Adolf Hitler's youth spent in Vienna
- How did Austria become part of Nazi Germany?
- Learn about the Jewish victims in Vienna, and heroes like Simon Wiesenthal
- Discover life in Vienna during the Allied-occupation
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• These tours take place rain or shine, be sure to dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes
Please meet your guide in front of the memorial against war and fascism. Your guide will be holding a red and white striped umbrella.
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Vienna in English with state-certified Austria Guide
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.
