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Jewish Vienna: Culture, Cosmopolitanism & Crisis - 3 hour Private Tour

4.5 (8)
Vienna, AT
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Jewish Vienna: Culture, Cosmopolitanism & Crisis - 3 hour Private Tour

4.5 (8)
Vienna, AT
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Discover the rich and tumultuous history of Vienna's Jewish community on this captivating 3-hour private tour. From expulsion to revival, your expert historian guide will lead you through the stories of Vienna's Jewish citizens, from influential figures like Sigmund Freud and Theodor Herzl to the devastating impact of Nazi genocide. Explore the destroyed synagogues and the powerful Judenplatz Holocaust memorial while delving into the cultural and intellectual contributions of past Jewish icons. Begin outside the Jewish City Temple, marveling at its beautiful doors and learning about the hidden synagogues throughout the city. Reflect on Vienna's modern Jewish community at the Nestroyhof Theater, once a hub for Yiddish-speaking ensembles. Experience the somber yet important memorial site of the destroyed Leopoldstädter Temple. Immerse yourself in Vienna's Jewish heritage, gaining a deeper understanding of their past and the ongoing revitalization of the community today.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Discover Vienna's rich Jewish history
  • Explore the influential contributions of Jewish intellectuals and cultural icons
  • Visit the memorial site of the destroyed Leopoldstädter Temple
  • Reflect on the victims and survivors of Nazi genocide
  • Experience the revival of Vienna's Jewish community
  • 3-hour stroll through Vienna's relevant Jewish heritage and memorial sites with a historian guide.
  • Metro fare. If you don't have a visitor pass, our guide helps you to purchase at the first station.

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Introduction

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Vienna's Jewish community on the Jewish Vienna: Culture, Cosmopolitanism & Crisis private tour. From the Middle Ages to the present day, this 3-hour tour takes you on a journey through the experiences of Vienna's Jewish citizens, from expulsion and genocide to remarkable revival. With a knowledgeable historian guide by your side, delve into the stories of influential figures such as Sigmund Freud, Theodor Herzl, Franz Werfel, and Gustav Mahler, who left an indelible mark on Vienna's intellectual, political, and economic spheres.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect a comprehensive exploration of Vienna's Jewish history and heritage. You'll visit significant sites such as the Jewish City Temple, where you'll learn about the struggles and triumphs of the Viennese Jewish community. Marvel at the stunning Art Nouveau exterior of the Nestroyhof Theater, once home to Yiddish-speaking ensembles, as you discover the cultural contributions of Vienna's modern Jewish community. Journey to the Leopoldstädter Temple, symbolized by four towering white columns, to pay tribute to the synagogue destroyed during the Holocaust. Finally, at the Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial, reflect on the victims and survivors of Nazi genocide and gain insight into Europe's history of antisemitism.

Who is this for?

The Jewish Vienna tour is designed for history enthusiasts, culture seekers, and anyone with an interest in the Jewish heritage of Vienna. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this tour offers a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the significant role played by Vienna's Jewish community throughout history. It is a must-do for those who appreciate exploring lesser-known aspects of a city's past and uncovering stories of resilience, triumph, and revival.

Why book this?

By booking the Jewish Vienna tour, you'll embark on a captivating journey through Vienna's Jewish history, guided by a knowledgeable historian. Gain a unique perspective on the cultural, intellectual, and economic contributions of the Jewish community, and witness the remarkable revival of Vienna's Jewish heritage. This tour goes beyond the typical tourist experience, offering an immersive exploration of the city's lesser-known stories. Discover the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of the Jewish community, and gain a deeper appreciation for Vienna's cosmopolitan spirit.

Good to know

The Jewish Vienna tour has a total duration of 180 minutes (3 hours). While the tour does not include visiting the interior of the Jewish City Temple, guests are encouraged to contact the synagogue directly to arrange a separate tour with their own guides. The synagogue offers tours from April to October, Monday to Thursday. Additionally, it is recommended to combine the synagogue tour with the Jewish Vienna tour, allowing for a seamless and comprehensive exploration of Vienna's Jewish heritage.

Reviews

Discover the insights and experiences of past travelers who have embarked on the Jewish Vienna tour. Feedback from previous participants highlights the knowledgeable guides who bring history to life, the emotional impact of visiting Holocaust memorials, and the eye-opening exploration of Vienna's Jewish heritage. Overall, guests have expressed high levels of satisfaction, praising the tour for its educational value and the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Vienna's multicultural history.

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

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Stadttempel Synagogue

Outside the beautiful doors of the Jewish City Temple, we consider the how the Viennese Jewish Community had to keep their synagogues barely visible from the street despite their influential role in their city's development over centuries. Few European cities have been so closely intertwined with Jewish history as Vienna. Outside this important temple, we learn of Jewish life and increasing settlement in Vienna from the Middle Ages, despite dramatic expulsions. We don't visit the interior but we recommend that you contact the synagogue to arrange a tour with their own guides, open April to October, Monday to Thursday. If you take the 11:30 AM Monday synagogue tour and then enjoy your lunch, you are in the perfect place to begin our 2:00 PM tour of Jewish Vienna. If you take the 2:00 PM synagogue tour on Tuesday and Thursdays, it will fit well after our 9:30 AM Tuesday and Thursday tour with a lunch break.

Admission Not Included

Theater Nestroyhof Hamakom

We consider the influence of Vienna's modern Jewish community on every aspect of the city's cultural life from outside the Nestroyhof Theater with its stunning Art Nouveau exterior, once home to Yiddish-speaking ensembles.

Admission Not Included

Leopoldstadt

Winding through Vienna's second district, to visit the memorial site of the destroyed Leopoldstädter Temple. Today, it is symbolized by four imposing white columns reaching up into the sky.

Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial

Learn of the victims and survivors of Nazi genocide and the phenomenon of antisemitism in Europe while visiting the destroyed synagogues of both Ashkenazi and Sephardic congregations and the Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial.

Reviews

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4.5 (8)

roger_l

We did not think the tour guide had either a deep feeling or knowledge ior Jewish culture in Vienna—the topic of our tour. We learned much more by ourselves in an hour on the fourth floor of the Leopold museum. The guide was well meaning and earnest (and amiable) but we didn’t think he was qualified to give that particular tour.

sherwin_m

Our guide was well prepared complete with photos and videos about the historical significance of the sites we viewed. Her perspectives and knowledge were invaluable to bring the history to life. We highly recommend her.

kenaB4187JG

My wife and I took our walking tour of Jewish Vienna with Annelie together with our children, ages 21 and 26. Annelie was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide, and she kept us all engaged the entire time. She used a microphone that fed into the ear-phones she provided us, which ensured that we were able to hear and understand her despite any traffic or other noise around us. We covered a lot of ground, both historically and geographically, taking public transportation out of the Inner City into the neighboring Second District. As an adjunct to her walking tour, she also brought visual aids, a book that included maps, paintings, woodcuts and photographs of the people, places and events that shaped Jewish Viennese history from medieval times through the Shoah to the present, as well as I-Pad three-dimensional visuals of old Vienna streets and houses. All in all, this tour is the one against which we will compare all other tours in the future. A thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding experience!

Susan_S

Annalie certainly knew her Vienna Jewish history. She gave us a quick overview at the hotel and then we proceeded to the underground train, me on my scooter and my husband on foot. We visited an old Orthadox schul guarded by police, but did not enter. We learned history of early Jewish settlers in Vienna. I bounced along the cobblestone streets and hills finding out about these early settlers and their accomplishments and their wives who entertained dukes and other nobles. We also saw a moving WW2 monument in the shape of a b library with books shelves backwards to remember those who would have no life to recall and write about. We were led to a small shop for a warm drink and ended in a grand salon for a snack worthy of our learning that day.

R9776DDdavidw

My guide was very well prepared in all aspects of history. The reason im giving her 4 stars and not five is because it lacked sentiment there was more facts than storytelling and it really didn’t move me in the sad parts of history. But the guide was very well informes and made a big effort to be thorough.

Evan F

The tour with Annelie exceeded all of our expectations. She met my family and me at our hotel and gave us earpieces so that we could all hear her clearly throughout. Annelie was incredibly knowledgeable, and she tailored the tour and her remarks to keep everyone fully engaged. She had a useful binder with photos and drawings and an iPad with short vignettes to bring more of the history to life. She also honored the fact that this was a special trip for us because I wanted to see the neighborhood where my grandparents lived, which was coincidentally and conveniently near Annelie’s home. Her familiarity with the neighborhood (which would be part of the regular tour since it’s the 2nd district) made the tour even more personal. She then recommended and dropped us off at a truly local Italian restaurant (what my two teenage sons requested!) after introducing us to the staff at the restaurant. I had really high hopes and expectations for the tour because it was such an important, personal occasion and, again, they were all exceeded. Annelie made the visit even more memorable. I cannot recommend the tour more highly.

gsE6484MQ

Annelie was a terrific guide with lots of interesting stories and clearly knows Vienna and Austrian history very well. My fiancee and I had a great time with her and would highly recommend Annelie to anyone visiting Vienna

moizc313

We were impressed of her great knowledge on the subject. It was a great opportunity of being able to refresh and enlarge our knowledge on the subject. Thanks a lot
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-26 23:36
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