Embark on a captivating journey through Vienna‘s rich musical history guided by Context Travel expert, Gilles Gubelmann. On this self-guided walking tour, he‘ll be your maestro, connecting tales of musical prodigies with the history of the city.
Guided by Gilles, delve into the city's musical legacy in the Old Town (Innere Stadt). Uncover the lives of musical luminaries like Beethoven and Mozart at venues such as Stadtpalais Todesco and Café Frauenhuber. Culminating at St. Stephen's Cathedral, the tour unveils Vienna's soul through its musical past. Explore renowned opera houses, hear symphonies, and trace the footsteps of Mahler and Schönberg. Learn the triumphs of Jewish musical geniuses, visit Mozart's Mozarthaus, and stroll through Helmut Zilk Square, ending at the Monument Against War and Fascism. Experience Vienna's melodic history resonating through its streets with Gilles as your guide.
Wheelchair accessible. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour begins at the Vienna Operahouse (2 Opernring, Vienna). The nearest subway station, or U-Bahn, is Karlsplatz and the nearest tram station is Opernring. Visitors can use the U1 or U4 subway lines or the 62, 71, BB or D tram lines.