Overview
Explore locations associated with the great composer and gain a better understanding of Beethoven's work.
In this tour, we immerse ourselves in Beethoven's Vienna and in the circumstances under which he wrote his music and gave his world premières. We discover original halls and venues, which were common places at the time of the Viennese Classic era, but today are away from today's well-trodden musical paths.
No doubt, Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most performed and well-known composers in the world. He was an uncompromising revolutionary, a staunch humanist and artist who constantly explored and challenged the boundaries of arts. And his 9 symphonies have changed the music world forever.
Although he was born in Bonn, Vienna became his true home and spiritual centre that formed him as an artist. And it is the city that he made an everlasting impact on him. In this private tour we see will visit those venues get deeper understanding of his music.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All fees and/or taxes
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
At the main entrance to the Bilding
What to expect
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Akademie der Wissenschaften
50 min
The former assembly hall of the University of Vienna - now the ballroom of the Austrian Academy of Sciences - was one of the most important concert halls in Vienna around 1800. Beethoven himself conducted Wellington's Victory here in 1813. Many famous musicians played in the orchestra, including Louis Spohr, Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Giacomo Meyerbeer and Antonio Salieri. The work was composed to celebrate the decisive victory over Napoleon and its skilful use of the room's acoustics required the participation of all the musical celebrities available.
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30 min
Ludwig van Beethoven lived in this house for 8 years The composed here was the opera "Fidelio" and the 5th and 6th symphonies. The small but well-known piano work "Für Elise" was also composed here.
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40 min
In the Lobkowitzpalais we visit the sumptuous Eroica Hall, where the private premiere of Beethoven's "Eroica" found state in 1804.
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Theater an der Wien
30 min
In 1803 and 1804 Ludwig van Beethoven lived here for some time while composing his opera.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Vienna).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Tour of Beethoven's Vienna – Retracing Original Venues with an Expert
Can I cancel Private Tour of Beethoven's Vienna – Retracing Original Venues with an Expert for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
At the main entrance to the Bilding
Which places does it visit?
It visits Akademie der Wissenschaften, Theater an der Wien.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
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