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Discover Vienna’s complex history on the Vienna Under the Nazis Private Walking Tour. This immersive experience guides you through Austria’s capital as you uncover the city’s dark past during the years of Nazi occupation from 1938 to 1945. You’ll explore iconic sites that bring to life the struggles and resilience of Vienna’s people during this era.
Your journey begins at Heldenplatz, the very square where Hitler declared Austria’s annexation to Nazi Germany. From there, you’ll stroll through the historic Hofburg Palace and onto the elegant Kohlmarkt, learning about the Nazi policy of aryanization that tragically impacted Vienna’s Jewish community and forever changed the city’s fabric.
As you continue, you’ll pause at Am Hof to reflect at the memorial honoring firemen executed for resisting Nazi terror. The tour also leads you to Judenplatz, home to Vienna’s Holocaust Memorial, a powerful tribute to the tens of thousands of Jewish victims who perished under Nazi rule.
Next, you’ll visit the site of the former Gestapo headquarters near the Danube Canal, now a monument to the victims of war and persecution. At Hoher Markt and St. Stephen’s Cathedral, visible scars from World War II serve as a solemn reminder of Vienna’s wartime experiences.
Concluding at the Albertina, you’ll stand before the city’s main monument against war and fascism. This private walking tour includes a knowledgeable local guide and covers all major sites on foot. Join now to witness Vienna’s history firsthand and secure your spot on this unforgettable journey—book today before spaces fill up!
