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Small Group 3-hour History Tour of Vienna Art Nouveau: Otto Wagner and the City Trains

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Small Group 3-hour History Tour of Vienna Art Nouveau: Otto Wagner and the City Trains

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Join us on a captivating small group 3-hour history tour of Vienna's Art Nouveau, led by a knowledgeable scholar. Immerse yourself in the elegant turn-of-the-century style as you explore the iconic Art Nouveau metro stations and buildings, including the renowned Otto Wagner Pavilion. Discover the design elements, political influences, and aesthetic philosophy behind this exquisite architectural movement. As you wander through the city, your professional guide will provide fascinating insights into Vienna's rich history and the significance of Art Nouveau in shaping its identity. Please note that entrance fees to the Otto Wagner Pavilion and the Secession House, where you can admire Gustave Klimt's famous Beethoven Frieze, are not included but can be arranged by your guide. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into Vienna's Art Nouveau heritage and uncover the secrets of its captivating history.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-8 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore Vienna's stunning Art Nouveau Metro Stations
  • Learn about the design elements and philosophy of Art Nouveau
  • Visit the famous Sezession art building
  • 3-hour guided tour of Vienna Art Nouveau metro stations and iconic buildings
  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entrance fees: From April to October, when the museum is open, this tour incorporates a visit to the Otto Wagner Pavilion. Admission fees are as following: €5 for General admission €4 for Senior citizens, students, holders of Vienna Card and persons with disabilities
  • Entrance fees: If you tour on Tuesday to Sunday, €9,50 Adults and €6 students and seniors admission to Secession House to see Gustave Klimt’s famous Beethoven Frieze. Your guide will help you to pay.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Otto Wagner Pavillon Karlsplatz

Starting out at the beautiful pavilion at Karlsplatz, we lay a foundation for our discussion by visiting the small Wagner Museum.

Stadtpark

From here we walk to the Stadtpark station, the best preserved of the original metro stations still in use. Here we will start to delve into some of the design elements. One of the most remarkable features of this station is the adjoining artificial riverbed constructed for the little Vienna river, since the waterway needed to be rechanneled when the city train was built and one of the major issues was how to integrate the realigned river into the new city landscape.

Secession

Our next metro stop visit will be Kettenbrücke station. On our way we visit and explore the famous Sezession art building, the icon par excellence of Viennese Jugendstil, as well as two beautiful apartment houses by Otto Wagner. Here we will flesh out the philosophy behind Jugendstil and consider the symbols and materials favored by its practitioners. From Kettenbrücke station we will step onto the metro for our last stop, a visit to the imperial station. This outstanding building was erected outside the Schönbrunn castle solely for the Emperor to use. The crown jewel of the line, this station had a symbolic meaning as well, namely to show critics of Vienna’s metro that the emperor supported the line. In this small but dynamic building, we will recognize all the elements that we encountered throughout the walk and at the other stations, while also noting the methods used by Wagner to translate the generally bourgeois style of Art Nouveau into an aesthetic with imperial grandiosity.

More about this experience

Introduction

Step into the vibrant world of Vienna's Art Nouveau architecture and immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of the city's metro stations and iconic buildings. Embark on a small-group 3-hour history tour led by a knowledgeable scholar guide who will take you on a captivating journey through time. Discover the design elements, political influences, and aesthetic philosophy that defined the elegant turn-of-the-century style during this immersive experience.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to explore Vienna's Art Nouveau Metro Stations and iconic Art Nouveau buildings while gaining a deep understanding of their historical significance. You will visit the small Wagner Museum, located at the beautiful pavilion in Karlsplatz, to lay the foundation for your discussion on Art Nouveau. Delve into the design elements at the best-preserved Stadtpark station, admiring its adjoining artificial riverbed that seamlessly integrates with the city landscape. Explore the famous Sezession art building and beautiful apartment houses designed by Otto Wagner while unraveling the philosophy behind Jugendstil. Lastly, experience the imperial grandiosity of the Schönbrunn castle's imperial station, where you will witness the culmination of Art Nouveau elements fused with imperial aesthetics.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and art connoisseurs who want to delve into the intricacies of Vienna's Art Nouveau style. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or simply curious about the city's history, this experience offers a unique opportunity to appreciate Vienna's architectural gems. The tour caters to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, providing valuable insights into the cultural and artistic heritage of the city.

Why book this?

Discovering Vienna's Art Nouveau treasures through this tour is an unparalleled experience that combines education, exploration, and aesthetic pleasure. Led by a scholarly guide, every step of the tour will be filled with fascinating stories and the profound knowledge of Viennese history and architecture. From visiting the small Wagner Museum to exploring the imperial station outside Schönbrunn castle, each stop will offer a captivating glimpse into the evolution of Vienna's architectural landscape. By booking this tour, you will gain a deep appreciation for Art Nouveau and its significance within Vienna's cultural heritage.

Good to know

To make the most of this tour, it's recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress according to the weather. The tour duration is approximately 3 hours, allowing ample time to explore the various stops and engage in informative discussions. Be prepared to be awe-inspired by the intricate details and unique design elements of Vienna's Art Nouveau architecture. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the beauty of these iconic landmarks.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced this history tour of Vienna's Art Nouveau have praised it for its knowledgeable guides and immersive exploration of the city's architectural heritage. Visitors highlight the tour's ability to provide a deeper understanding of Art Nouveau and its influence on Vienna's cultural identity. Many have expressed their admiration for the beauty and grandeur of the metro stations and buildings visited during the tour. Overall, reviews indicate high satisfaction with the tour's content, organization, and the passionate expertise of the guides.

Reviews

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4.8 (18)

Iolanda_J

My husband and I were absolutely delighted with this fascinating tour. Our cultural guide, a charming and incredibly knowledgeable lawyer with a keen affinity for architecture and Austrian history gave us one of the best visits in a long traveling life. We've been to Vienna multiple times and visited quite a few of its stunning Jugendstil monuments, but he still managed to show us buildings we didn't know, share new insights and anecdotes, and make us forget the cold and damp weather in the process. It was a memorable experience that we strongly recommend.

Sara_R

Jan was very interesting and passionate about Vienna. The blight was the succession building and the Beethoven frieze. Highly recommend

Mavellaneda

Can’t say enough great things about our Art Nouveau tour with Ilse. Her knowledge of the topic as well as her ability to put art nouveau in Vienna in the context of the political and architectural development of the time and the city was extremely informative and interesting. She also went above and beyond to show and share so many examples and interesting facts. Absolutely LOVED this tour! Wish we had arranged a similar tour with Insight Cities in Budapest as we also found beautiful art nouveau there. Also did the Vienna City of Music tour with Annelie. Insight Cities has amazing guides and very special tours… highly recommended!

Mavellaneda

Can’t say enough about our guide Ilse. Very knowledgeable… and such a pleasure to listen to… provided great context of the history of art nouveau in Vienna relative to the political and architectural development of the city. AMAZING… don’t miss it! Start with this tour as you will want to explore even more on your own afterwards! Enjoy!

Will_I

It was a pretty cold and rainy day and we weren’t super excited to be out in the weather. Fortunately our guide called and offered to take us by car so we wouldn’t be soaked and that was greatly appreciated. We loved seeing the Klimt in Secession Museum and learning all the bldg and the movement behind it. Learning about Otto Wagner and getting to see many different examples of his work was so wonderful.

Denise_C

Stephan was a wonderful guide! He was very knowledgeable about the city and about art and art nouveau. He was willing to adjust the tour to accommodate the travelers in our group and provided us with suggestions of places to visit/eat during our stay. An added bonus: as a result of the tour, we learned how to navigate the public trains and transportation system in and around Vienna!

Stephane_R

Our guide was absolutely perfect : passionate and highly competent! Incredible knowledge, she had a pertinent and adapted answer to all our requests or questions

Dmitriy A

I don't think I ever met a tour guide as educated and well versed in the history, art, geography and social life of the place we're visiting as Annelie Pichler. Will be sure to book her next time we are in Vienna! Thank you so much for the tour and caring for us for three hours in Vienna, Annelie!

Allison_A

Angelina was a perfect guide- very friendly and prepared. She was willing to go the extra mile to make sure we saw everything we wanted to see!

Anne_K

Very individual guidance. Profound information about culture, art and history. Now you feel very well informed and educated.
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2024-03-28 18:02