Top Vienna Art Tours - page 2

Even if you don't know much about music, make the most of your trip to Vienna with this private guided tour of two signature city museums. Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the oversubscribed Mozarthaus Vienna, where Mozart lived, taught, hosted friends, and wrote Figaro. Then discover the works of Brahms, Strauss, Mahler, Schubert, and Beethoven, as well as Otto Nicolai, founder of the Vienna Philharmonic orchestra, at the House of Music.

The Vienna Museum of Art History's collection is the best place to see and to understand what distinguishes a brilliant artist from the wonderful and the good from the mediocre. If you want not only to walk through the museum and enjoy the works of Rembrandt, Rubens, Vermeer, Raphael and Caravaggio, but also aspire to understand what distinguishes their works from those of their less famous contemporaries, this tour is for you. In Peter Bruegel's largest world collection, we'll take a closer look at The Hunters in the Snow to understand why it was in the 20th century that this painting became the “cold distant peak of unattainable art“, and why it was a huge risk to choose such a controversial subject in the 16th century. We will look at the requirements for Rubens' work and see the difference between works made for his powerful commissioners and those created for his own pleasure. The Capture of Samson by his disciple Antonis van Dyck will make it clear to us which qualities of his work have allowed him to occupy a separate place in the history of art, at least equal to his teachers.  Vermeer's work The Allegory of The Art and Caravaggio's Madonna with the Beads will show us the most virtuoso showcase of mimesis, the main principle of Western aesthetics. And Parmigianino's works in the contrary will show us the first attempts of art to escape from the path of perfect vitality. If you wish to see outstanding art and aspire to understand what makes it great, this art tour is perfect for you.

Explore the magnificent city of Vienna on this two-in-one tour, including a coach tour and skip-the-line admission to the Schonbrunn Palace. Pass major attractions like the Hofburg Palace, City Hall, and the Vienna State Opera as you drive along the famed Ringstrasse. Afterward, visit the lavish summer home of the Habsburg monarchs, Schonbrunn Palace, starting with a guided tour of the state rooms, followed by free time to explore independently.

Experience an evening of Viennese culture with dinner and concert at the Orangery of Schönbrunn Palace. Start your evening with a 3-course-dinner at a restaurant within walking distance of the palace. After the dinner, walk to the Orangery to enjoy the highlight of the evening, the “Schönbrunn Palace Concerts” performing renowned works from Strauss and Mozart.

A creative hub as well as an imperial city, Vienna is home to a burgeoning street art scene, loved by the likes of urban art legends such as Shepard Fairey and ROA. Discover where to find the most eye-catching works of graffiti on this street art tour of the city, and learn about the artworks’ political and social references for Vienna from a passionate local guide.

There's no artist more associated with Vienna than Gustav Klimt. Get an in-depth understanding of his work on this private tour led by an art historian guide. Start at the Belvedere Palace, with The Kiss and Judith, masterworks from Klimt's Golden Period. Continue to the Secession to see his largest work, the Beethoven Frieze, and the Leopold Museum to examine Death and Life and take a look at some landscapes.

We'll begin our tour with the collection's most prized possession -- The Last Judgment by Hieronymus Bosch. The modern viewer is amazed by the inferno in his famous triptych, rather than frightened. It mixes chimeras in the form of half snakes and half eggs, fear of wars and epidemics. And a great deal of the artist's personal frustrations. I invite you to look closely at the details of the painting.  Cranach's The Holy Family, as well as the obe by Jos van Klewe, will reveal the origins of the family portrait genre to us, while the religious paintings of the Quattrocento and Cinquecento art will disclose the rules of making art for religious meditation. And Rubens' The Abduction of Orifia will serve us as an example of what art for sensual pleasure should look like. The most valuable skill for an artist has long been the ability to reveal a complex subject by means of painting. This is why the gallery offers many outstanding examples of "stories" - paintings on biblical or antique subjects, such as Heinrich Füger's Death of Germanicus and Angelo Caroselli's The Suicide of Cato. Together we will try to understand the ideas behind these canvases and to feel how convincing they are for us today.

Welcome to the world of Gustav Klimt. A world of beauty and luxury. The most famous artist of Austria in the 19th century and a collection of his works located in several museums in Vienna. The masterpieces of the artist—we will dedicate our tour to them. The guide will take care of the tickets, and you are in for three hours of Klimt's magic.

Delve into the world of Viennese art on this private Leopold Museum tour. Having a private art historian guide will enhance your experience as you’ll learn about the history behind the paintings, and the lives of the artists. Touring with a guide also means you won’t miss any important pieces such as “Life and Death” by Gustav Klimt, and works by Egon Schiele, and Oskar Kokoschka.

Vienna’s Leopold Museum is home to one of Europe’s great collections of 20th-century art, but its vast size can be daunting. With this guided tour, focus on the most important works of modern Austrian art by masters like Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, and other Viennese Art Nouveau greats. Learn about their significance from your art historian guide and get an overview of the museum in just a few hours.

An art tour for those who want to stroll through the most important museums of contemporary art in Vienna and get an insight into the artistic life of the Austrian capital. We start our art tour at Belvedere 21, which houses an exhibition of post-war Austrian art. Here you will gain an insight into the distinctive artistic practices of local artists. We continue our exploration of contemporary art at the Vienna Secession. Not only is it a masterpiece of Art Nouveau architecture, it is also Austria's only artist-run exhibition hall. Here you can see what the independent art scene is all about. The mumok - Museum of Modern Art in the Museumsquartier is the final destination of our walk. The museum's exhibition strategy is to present spectacular thematic exhibitions of contemporary art. On this tour you will see both museum collections and examples of public art in Vienna. The itinerary may change due to temporary closures of museums, in which case alternative venues will be offered.

You can spend a lifetime walking the countless halls of Vienna's sumptuous museums. But if you only have half a day and you seek the crème de la crème of artistic wonders then this tour is perfect for you. Witness the very artifacts and artworks that have graced the covers of books, captivated audiences in films, and enticed wanderlust in travel advertisements. In just a few hours, our expertly curated museum tour will unveil not only Vienna's main museum treasures but also provide you with a profound understanding of why they are hailed as absolute icons of the art world. You will walk through the heart of Vienna, from one magnificent museum to another and see the most famous paintings, sculptures, gems, crowns, including Benvenuto Cellini's "Saliera", Bruegel's "Tower of Babel", Klimt's "The Kiss", the Imperial Crown and the Venus of Willendorf. Delve into the world of iconic art and experience the art-filled adventure that will leave you awestruck and forever enriched.

Immerse yourself in the music history by following the trail of Mozart, Strauss, Schubert and Beethoven in Vienna’s Old Town. See historic buildings and monuments such as Theater an der Wien, State Opera, St. Stephan’s Cathedral and Karlskirche! Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description carefully as each option includes a different program: 4-hour: Music Tour of the Old Town Discover the legacy of Mozart, Beethoven and other renowned musicians in Vienna’s Old Town. Includes a visit to St Stephen's Cathedral and tickets to the House of Music. 5,5-hour: Music Tour of the Old Town & Concert This option includes tickets for a classical music concert. Discover the legacy of renowned musicians in Vienna’s Old Town and visit St Stephen's Cathedral and the House of Music.

Experience an in-depth examination of the artwork by expressionist painter Egon Schiele with this private tour of the Leopold Museum in Vienna’s Museum Quarter guided by an art historian. The Leopold Museum is home to the largest collection of the artist’s work and on this tour your guide will critically examine and interpret Schiele’s work. This tour has a maximum of five participants.

Meet your photographer and set off on a walk through the stunning heart of the city. Imagine strolling hand in hand with your loved one, as your talented photographer captures natural and candid moments Of Vienna creating unforgettable memories of the city for you travel .

On this specialty-themed walking tour, you’ll learn the ins and outs of two of Austria’s most prominent arts movements. Discover Vienna’s most popular Art Nouveau and Baroque landmarks, from the 18th-century church of Karlskirche to the elegant Otto Wagner metro station. Tours include skip-the-line access to the Upper Belvedere for a peek at Gustav Klimt’s “The Kiss.”

Go beyond what meets the eye on this 3-hour tour of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, led by a historian guide. Together with your small group limited to six people, you'll explore around 40 of the palace’s most extravagant rooms. Gain a better understanding of the significance of the palace as your guide walks you through its history, and learn about royals such as Franz Joseph who have called it home. Plus, visit the room where Mozart once performed, and see a secretaire previously owned by Marie Antoinette.

Soak up Austrian culture and cuisine with this package experience. Explore Schönbrunn's ornate staterooms and guest apartments with an audio guide after the palace doors are closed to the public. Then, settle into a delicious 3-course dinner at a restaurant within walking distance of the Palace. Top off the evening with a concert at the Orangery Schönbrunn and enjoy live classical works from Mozart and Strauss.

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.

Discover the cultural and artistic side of Vienna to deepen your understanding of the city with this shared guided tour. Walk around Vienna with your local guide to see a selection of important cultural landmarks, including the City Hall, State Opera House, and the Mozart House, to learn more about Vienna’s culture. Entrance fees to attractions are not included in this tour. There is a limit of eight travelers on this tour.

Book your Vienna Pass before you travel and save sightseeing time when you’re out and about in the Austrian capital. With a range of durations from one to six days, the pass gives you entry to some 90 attractions within your chosen time scale. Select your pass online, then plan out your visit to include sights such as the Giant Ferris Wheel and Schönbrunn Palace. Even better: You can use an included hop-on hop-off bus to get around town.

Take a quick spin through Vienna in the comfort of a convertible electric car with this private tour for up to seven passengers. You'll get a quick glimpse into many of the city's highlights and get the chance to take great photos along the way from the fully open back of the vehicle.

Discover Vienna’s classical music legacy on this 2-hour walking private tour. Along the way, uncover fascinating stories about Vienna’s greatest composers, admire historic buildings where timeless melodies were born, and feel the charm of a city where classical music still echoes through its streets and concert halls. Visit landmarks such as Beethoven’s and Chopin’s residence, one of Vienna’s oldest churches with Mozart’s mortuary mask, and the Theater Museum with Strauss story (author of Danube Waltz). Admire Mozart’s former home and enjoy skip-the-line entry to the interactive Haus der Musik, where families and children can playfully engage with sound. Conclude your journey (with the Full Option) at a beautifful teathre, where the Kaiser Orchestra performs Mozart, Beethoven, Vivaldi, and Strauss in an elegant concert setting. Perfect for families and culture lovers, this tour blends history, music, and interactive experiences in Vienna, the world’s capital of classical music.

Dozens of the rooms of the sumptuous Vienna Art History Museum are filled with thousands of artworks, each is unique and interesting. But how can someone decide which objects are more important and why? This Critical Art Tour is created for those who want to know what exactly makes renown masterpieces so special. Is it their outstanding craftsmanship and expression of artistic genius? Or possibly a coincidence and good marketing? In this tour, we'll explore celebrated masterworks from different perspectives to find out why these are on the museum’s must-see list – and then how this list could look different. You will learn: - What made ‘Saliera’ by Benvenuto Cellini into an Austrian ‘Mona Lisa’ – was it artistic skills or its criminal past? - Why do we believe Pieter Breugel’s ‘Tower of Babel’ to be truthful despite our knowledge about it being architecturally incorrect? - What a Reserve Head and a Hippo from Ancient Egypt tell us about our ability to understand its culture?