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Viator · Private tour

Private World War II Walking Tour in Vienna

5.0(28)Vienna1 hour
VIATOR5.0(15)TRIPADVISOR5.0(13)

Description

On March 15, 1938, from the balcony at Vienna’s Heldenplatz, or Heroes Square, infamous dictator Adolf Hitler delivered his speech announcing the Anschluss to a crowd of more than 200,000 people. Thus, Austria became part of the Third Reich, and Nazi Germany. Travel back in time, and join our World War II expert on a 2,5 hour private walk through the inner city of Vienna, where you will learn everything about Adolf Hitler’s youth spent in Vienna, the rise of the National Socialism, the war itself, its victims and perpetrators, Hitler’s eventual downfall, and the post war years where Vienna was occupied by the Allied powers. Stops will include (but are not limited to): War and Fascism Memorial State Opera Schillerplatz Heldenplatz Cafe Central Judenplatz St. Stephen’s Cathedral Karl Lueger Platz If you’d like to delve further into Austrian World War II history, and explore sights and attractions outside of the inner city, consider upgrading to our World War II 5-hour tour package.

Tour Options

Private World War II Walking Tour in Vienna
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Pass by

Our state-certified guide will take you through the inner city of Vienna and tell you all about Vienna before, during, and after WWII.

Pass by

Heldenplatz

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Jewish Square

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Gothic cathedral in the heart of the inner city

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Karl Lueger Monument

Highlights

Private Tour Guide

What's included

Included
Private Tour Guide
Not included
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

If your hotel is located in the inner city, our guide will be more than happy to meet you directly at your hotel and begin the tour from there. Otherwise, we'll contact you prior to your tour with the exact meeting location.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(28)

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Melonie_H
April 7, 2026
WW2 Vienna Tour.

WW2 Vienna Tour was great. Our guide Lisa was perfectly suited for the job. Her breadth of knowledge was immense and only matched by her energy level.

Operator response

Thanks so much for your amazing review! We are so happy you liked the tour!!

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Diane H
January 1, 2026
Book it for a detailed and entertaining overview of all Austrian history, focusing in particular on world war 2

Absolutely superb ! Marko is incredibly knowledgeable but also knows the speed and pace to go at to keep everyone engaged and entertained. Would highly recommend !

Operator response

Hi Diane, thanks so much for your kind review!! We are so happy you enjoyed your tour with Marko! He's wonderful!

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WMar_M
December 29, 2025
Very interesting! We...

Very interesting! We learned many different facts about how Vienna was impacted by the war and surrounding history.

Operator response

Thanks for your review - we are so happy you enjoyed the tour!!

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Tracy S
December 18, 2025
Informative and fun!

Lisa was great! Not only informative about World War II history, but Austrian history and culture as well. She had fun anecdotes and made the whole experience fly by.

Operator response

Hi Tracy thank you soooo much for your amazing review! We are so happy you enjoyed the tour so much!

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Pam_H
November 28, 2025
Best tour

This tour with Lisa was amazing! So full of great information and fun facts. Her bubbly personality and excellent English made it even better. Ask for Lisa!

Operator response

Hi Pam!! Thank you SO much for the lovely review! I had an amazing time with your family!! :) And also loved our conversation about non World War II stuff like the Elf on the Shelf hahaha! Happy Holidays!!

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Nancy_M
November 3, 2025
Best tour of the trip

We are two well read/educated travelers so perhaps not the easiest to impress. Nando was extremely knowledgeable and able to answer our many questions. The private tour was particularly nice bathe was able to focus on areas of our interest.

Operator response

Hi Nancy! We are so happy you enjoyed your tour with Nando!! We will be sure to forward your lovely compliment along to him!!

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Namrata_G
September 28, 2025
The world war 2 Pvt tour...

The world war 2 Pvt tour was lovely. Marco was very knowledgeable ! We had a lovely tour around Vienna

Operator response

Thanks so much for the amazing review - we are so happy you liked the tour!!

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677brennah
September 3, 2025
Excellent tour

The private walking tour was excellent! Thought-provoking, educational, and moving. Our guide, Reinhard, was so knowledgeable and answered our many questions.

Operator response

Thanks so much for the amazing review - we are so happy you liked the tour!!

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364valeriez
August 6, 2025
Knowledgeable Guide Made All the Difference

Elizabeth was super! Her wealth of knowledge transformed the visual experience to another level: a university course on foot! This was the top experience of our Vienna trip!

Operator response

Thank you SO much for your lovely review!! We will be sure to pass your compliments on to Elizabeth!

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nelsonjuliep
June 1, 2025
Excellent tour!

Marko was an excellent tour guide- so knowledgeable and personable. Thank you for a great tour! We did the WWII tour but he gave us details on so much more! Great overview of the city and its history!

Operator response

Thanks so much for such a lovely review! We'll be sure to forward it along to Marko!

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