25 €
|
2.5 hrs.
| Viennese architectural sins

Ugly Vienna Tour - a different kind of city walk

Vienna is known worldwide for its impressive beauty, but we invite you to discover a completely different side of the city. On our special walk, we will delve into the less "beautiful" facets of Vienna and reveal fascinating, often ignored stories. This tour takes you to hidden corners and architectural misadventures away from the classic tourist attractions. Surprising insights into the city's history and its quirky details await you here.
Overview:
  • 25 €
  • Reduction for children
  • 2.5 hrs.
  • German, English
    German | English
  • 10
    -30
    People
  • From 10 persons Bookable as a private group
  • Rebookable up to 24 hours in advance
  • Wheelchair accessible

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    Highlights
    • Explore the dark and ugly sides of Vienna on an exciting city walk with a difference
    • Be surprised by bizarre and unexpected stories about the city and its inhabitants
    • Discover the fascinating connection between death, failure and melancholy
    • Learn more about the questionable architectural decisions that have shaped the character of the city
    • Vote on the attractiveness of the buildings and discover the relationship between beauty and ugliness
    Description

    Ugly Vienna Tour - a walk that makes you think

    In Vienna, there is a fascinating connection between death, failure and melancholy, which we would like to explore in this tour. These themes are deeply rooted in the city's culture and history and are reflected in people's stories and experiences. During the "Ugly Vienna" walk, you will see that Vienna is much more interesting than its reputation suggests - beyond the clichés of Sissi and schnitzel.

    In the tradition of Conchita Wurst, we will cross borders and surprise you with a Vienna that is more creative, modern and adventurous. As we stroll through the streets, we will discover the creativity and fascinating details that characterize the city.

    Be amazed by the variety and the unique atmosphere Vienna, which can be found in every corner!

    A different experience - the relationship between beauty and ugliness

    Together, we explore the less beautiful sides of the Austrian capital and immerse ourselves in a fascinating worldthat you've never seen before. With a humorous approach we shed light on serious topics such as the role of fashion, the tabloid press and urban planners, who often work in the background.

    We take a critical look at the questionable architectural decisions that have shaped the character of Vienna and discuss how they influence the perception of the city. In doing so, we show how gentrification and postmodern approaches have created their own aesthetics, which in the strong contrast to the traditional beauties.

    An insider tip for explorers - Ugly Vienna guided tour

    The aim of the tour is to experience the city from an innovative perspective. In doing so, we focus on the questionable tastes of the rich, which gives us a wide selection of extraordinary buildings in the center of Vienna. Participants have the opportunity to learn about the Attractiveness of the individual buildings to votewhile we discuss the gap that often exists between fantasy and reality.

    Join us and discover a Vienna that is more creative, modern and alternative - beyond the usual clichés. Often it is the ugliest buildingthat tell the most exciting stories, because in ugliness we can discover new dimensions of beauty. Beauty may sometimes be monotonous, but ugliness never is.

    Join in and discover Vienna in a different way!

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    Included
    • Guided walk through the dark side of Vienna
    • Discussion about architectural decisions and their influence on the city
    • Voting on the attractiveness of various buildings
    • Exciting tips and anecdotes about the city and its inhabitants
    • Admission
    • Tip
    Frequently asked questions

    The walk is usually held in English. On selected dates also in German.

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      Your experience

      • Explore the dark and ugly sides of Vienna on an exciting city walk with a difference
      • Be surprised by bizarre and unexpected stories about the city and its inhabitants
      • Discover the fascinating connection between death, failure and melancholy
      • Learn more about the questionable architectural decisions that have shaped the character of the city
      • Vote on the attractiveness of the buildings and discover the relationship between beauty and ugliness

      Ugly Vienna Tour - a walk that makes you think

      In Vienna, there is a fascinating connection between death, failure and melancholy, which we would like to explore in this tour. These themes are deeply rooted in the city's culture and history and are reflected in people's stories and experiences. During the "Ugly Vienna" walk, you will see that Vienna is much more interesting than its reputation suggests - beyond the clichés of Sissi and schnitzel.

      In the tradition of Conchita Wurst, we will cross borders and surprise you with a Vienna that is more creative, modern and adventurous. As we stroll through the streets, we will discover the creativity and fascinating details that characterize the city.

      Be amazed by the variety and the unique atmosphere Vienna, which can be found in every corner!

      A different experience - the relationship between beauty and ugliness

      Together, we explore the less beautiful sides of the Austrian capital and immerse ourselves in a fascinating worldthat you've never seen before. With a humorous approach we shed light on serious topics such as the role of fashion, the tabloid press and urban planners, who often work in the background.

      We take a critical look at the questionable architectural decisions that have shaped the character of Vienna and discuss how they influence the perception of the city. In doing so, we show how gentrification and postmodern approaches have created their own aesthetics, which in the strong contrast to the traditional beauties.

      An insider tip for explorers - Ugly Vienna guided tour

      The aim of the tour is to experience the city from an innovative perspective. In doing so, we focus on the questionable tastes of the rich, which gives us a wide selection of extraordinary buildings in the center of Vienna. Participants have the opportunity to learn about the Attractiveness of the individual buildings to votewhile we discuss the gap that often exists between fantasy and reality.

      Join us and discover a Vienna that is more creative, modern and alternative - beyond the usual clichés. Often it is the ugliest buildingthat tell the most exciting stories, because in ugliness we can discover new dimensions of beauty. Beauty may sometimes be monotonous, but ugliness never is.

      Join in and discover Vienna in a different way!

      Guided walk through the dark side of Vienna
      Discussion about architectural decisions and their influence on the city
      Voting on the attractiveness of various buildings
      Exciting tips and anecdotes about the city and its inhabitants
    • Admission
    • Tip
    • The walk is usually held in English. On selected dates also in German.

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      Meeting point

      Starting point:
      Augarten main gate, Obere Augartenstrasse 1, 1020 Vienna
      End point:
      Urania, 1010 Vienna