Vienna: Walking Tour of the Historic Ringstrasse Public Tour in German
ID: GYG218991-376107
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
The Ring is one of the most beautiful boulevards in the world. Built on the site of the former city walls, it is a unique ensemble of impressive architecture containing more than 900 buildings of representation, spacious gardens, and monuments.
150 years ago Emperor Francis Josef commissioned the demolition of the city walls. His vision was to create a unique ensemble of public buildings housing cultural things such as the opera, and the theater, as well as museums, universities, the Academy of Fine Arts, parliament, and city hall.
A lot of industrialists and bankers took the opportunity to present their wealth and get a title, building amazing oversized palaces. The wide boulevard was lined with trees, and special paths for carriages, riders, and pedestrians were created. Numerous famous artists, architects, and planners were attracted by this project, who came to Vienna from all parts of Europe. Poor people who were also looking for work arrived and worked under incredible conditions.
During this walk you will see the most representative part of the Ring, Palais Ephrusi, which was commissioned by the rich Jewish banker family. This family's fate is described in the book "The Hare with the Amber Eyes". You will also encounter the Votive Church, the main building of the University of Vienna, City Hall, Burgtheater, Parliament, Heldenplatz, Museums, Volksgarten, and statues such as of the mayor Liebenberg or Pallas Athene. At the end of this scenic experience, your tour will end next to the Opera House.
Highlights
- Marvel at the overhelming 19th-century architecture
- Take short breaks in spacious gardens with their marvelous flower arrangements and statues
- Admire the style combination and the rich decoration of the buildings
- Listen to background information and intriguing stories
- Learn about the fates of famous architects, artists, the rich, and the poor, who were attracted to Vienna
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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 at the corner of Universitätsring and Schreyvogelgasse, at the monument in the form of a large obelisk.
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.
