Vienna Highlights: Hofburg & Cathedral

Durationaround 1.5 to 2 hours, extendable on request

Group sizeup to 25 people

LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Meeting pointStephansplatz, Albertinaplatz, hotel or cruise berth

This walk packs imperial Vienna into a couple of easy hours: from the Gothic cathedral to the elegant Graben and into the courtyards of the Hofburg. Along the way your guide adds the stories that bring the stone facades to life.

Highlights

Cathedral, Graben and Hofburg in one outing

Stories about emperors, church and citizens

Compact route, perfect for short visits

Easy start into a museum visit afterwards

The route

St. Stephen's Square

Meeting point in front of Vienna's landmark and the starting point for the cathedral's story.

St. Stephen's Cathedral (exterior)

The patterned roof tiles and the south tower trace Vienna's rise to an imperial capital.

Graben

The Plague Column and grand facades show the city's baroque self-confidence.

Kohlmarkt

Shop windows and a view of the Hofburg dome lead you towards the imperial centre.

Michaelerplatz

Roman excavations meet the entrance to the Hofburg on this one square.

Hofburg courtyards

You walk through the Swiss Courtyard and In der Burg, once the seat of the imperial court.

Heldenplatz

A finish looking towards the Neue Burg and the Ring, an easy handover to a museum visit.

Included

Certified local guide

Tour in the language of your choice

Individual route and timing

Contact person around the clock

Not included

Entrance fees and tickets

Food, drinks and tastings

Travel allowance outside the guide's home town (min. €30)

Tour guide system (€3.75 per person)

Who this tour suits

Ideal for first-time visitors, or anyone with limited time who wants a compact taste of imperial Vienna.

Meeting point

Stephansplatz, Albertinaplatz, hotel or cruise berth

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Do we also visit the Sisi Museum or the Imperial Apartments?

That is not automatically part of the walk, but it combines well with it. The Hofburg runs its own ticketing and time-slot system, which we can plan in ahead of time if you like.

Is the route manageable with a pushchair or a wheelchair?

Largely yes, most surfaces are paved and flat. A few cobblestone stretches on the Graben and inside the Hofburg are a little uneven, but they are easy to work around.

Can we combine this with a visit inside the cathedral?

Yes, a short visit inside St. Stephen's can be worked in. Since the cathedral has its own rules around services and group sizes, we coordinate that with you when you book.

from

270 €

group rate, not per person