Get an inside look into the life of Empress Sisi and explore Imperial Vienna on a city walking tour with an expert guide.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English, German
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Discover the history of Empress Sisi from your expert local guide
See Vienna's main sites including the Imperial Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and Empress Sisi's memorial
Learn the burial traditions of the great Habsburg dynasty at the Capuchin Crypt

Full description

Take a walk through Austria's history and discover the life and legacy of the beloved Empress Sisi. Start your guided tour at the Tourist Information Center located in the heart of Vienna. Make your way through the cobbled streets and head towards the Imperial Palace. Explore the grounds on foot and understand Sisi's life as Empress at the court of Vienna from your expert guide. Next, step into a beautiful garden and see the magnificent statue of the seated Empress created in her memory. Then, walk in the footsteps of the imperial aristocracy as you navigate the streets they once used and make a stop at the incredible St. Stephens Cathedral. Finally, arrive at your last stop, the Capuchin Crypt. Here, feel free to ask questions as your guide explains the burial traditions of the great Habsburg dynasty.

Includes

Expert tour guide
Entry to St. Stephen's Cathedral
Entry to the Capuchin Crypt

Food and drink
Tips

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

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

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Meeting point

The meeting point is between the Tourist Information Center and the Café Mozart. There you will see your guide, who will be wearing a blue lanyard with a sign saying "Gems of Vienna."

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Important information

Know before you go

This tour primarily takes place outdoors
This tour involves a substantial amount of walking on cobbled streets and climbing steps
This tour takes place rain or shine

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Overall rating

5 /5

based on 3 reviews

Review summary

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5/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Safety
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Really nice and informative tour, Lisa Marie was a wonderful and professional guide who gave me a lot of insight into Sisi and her life. Thank you!

August 19, 2021

Lisa Marie war eine super freundliche Reiseführerin, die uns mit einer toller Führung durch Wien das Leben von Kaiserin Sisi näher gebracht hat. Es hat sich absolut gelohnt! Vielen Dank nochmal!

August 21, 2021

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Lisa Marie hat uns mit viel herzblut und Fachwissen einen tollen Einblick in Sisis Welt und Leben gegeben. Die Führung war sehr informativ und lebendig, ein ganz tolles Erlebnis, das in Erinnerung bleibt

November 21, 2021

Vienna: Empress Sisi Guided Walking Tour

Vienna: Empress Sisi Guided Walking Tour

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