Historical & Heritage Tours in Austria

Discover Vienna's most important art and architecture with a 3-hour, small-group tour of The Belvedere's palaces, grounds and museum. Hear stories about Austria's princes and princesses as you explore tiered fountains and statue gardens. Learn about the design and d ecor of Upper and Lower Belvedere palaces, from the exquisite Marble Gallery to the over-the-top Gold Cabinet. Visit the highlights of the art museum, where iconic works by Monet, Rodin and Van Gogh are displayed alongside the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings.

Once hidden down secret passageways, shut away behind ingenious locks, protected by psalms and, as the legend tells, guarded by a stuffed crocodile, the Esterházy Treasure Chamber has survived the centuries largely intact. Immerse yourself in this mysterious world and appreciate a true rarity!

Go beyond the brochure and audio guide on a 3-hour small group tour of the Kunsthistorisches Vienna Art History Museum. With maximum six people per group, you're guaranteed to have an immersive and engaging art experience. Listen to the inside stories behind masterpieces, such as Pieter Bruegel the Elder's Tower of Babel, as well as lesser known works of art.

Discover the streets on which a young Hitler walked on a walking tour of historic Vienna. As you explore Vienna's ornate Old Town, you'll learn about Adolf Hitler's early life and visit Jewish architecture that survived the Holocaust. See the devastation caused by more than 100,000 WWII bombs and pay your respects to monuments dedicated to lives lost.

Gain admission to Forchtenstein Castle for an approximate 50-minute self-guided tour of the Esterházy Gallery of Ancestors. Step foot inside one of Europe's largest baroque ancestral galleries for a look at life-size portraits that depict the nobility of Hungary in centuries past. Admire the craftsmanship of opulent silver furniture on display from the Esterházy family treasure chamber.

Take a 1-hour guided tour of Forchtenstein Castle and encounter fascinating exhibits steeped in history. Admire the many treasures of this baroque stronghold and its vast weapons collection in a private armory. View the impressive frescos of the inner courtyard and hear insightful commentary on 300 years of Esterházy military history as you explore the oratory, chapel, kitchen and castle wall.