St Stephen's Cathedral: The Chronicler of Vienna

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Audio tour
Audio tour in English
Route length: 2 km
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Duration 1h - 1h 30m
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  • Uncover the secrets of St Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna's iconic landmark, with this in-app audio tour
  • Explore the cathedral's intricate interiors and admire its majestic medieval architecture
  • Discover fascinating stories ciphered in the ornate sculptural decoration
  • Learn more about the history of the capital of Austria and enjoy its legends and myths
  • Examine the cathedral's famous Gothic pulpit and find a hidden self-portrait of its creator
Discover the tales of St Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna guided by this comprehensive in-app audio tour at your own pace. Stephansdom, or St Stephen's Cathedral, is, without a doubt, one of the symbols of Vienna. Like some sort of a chronicler, the cathedral witnessed centuries of the city’s history and recorded it on its walls and parapets. It saw rises and falls of Austrian rules. The wedding of Mozart and the funeral of Vivaldi took place here, under the vaulted ceiling of St Stephen. Despite being heavily damaged during World War II, the cathedral survived and now stands high, towering over Vienna as the embodiment of the city's rich history and proud spirit. This tour will guide you through the cathedral and show its highlights and hidden gems. Hear fascinating stories and little-known facts about the cathedral's architecture, art, and cultural significance. Explore ornate Gothic decorations and examine unique works of art that adorn this famous landmark. Immerse yourself into the history of Vienna with this engaging self-guided audio tour.

What's included

  • Downloadable multimedia audio tour on WeGoTrip app
  • Detailed route with step-by-step navigation through the cathedral
  • Recommendations for your further exploration of Vienna
  • Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone on the WeGoTrip app
  • Earphones and smartphone are not included – bring your own
  • Tickets to the special areas of the cathedral (Catacombs, North and South Towers)
  • In-person tour guide

Places you will visit

St Stephen's Cathedral
Stephansplatz, 9, Innere Stadt

Attractions on the route

Download the app and the digital audio tour on your smartphone before the visit. You will find recommendations on how to get to the staring point in the first step of the tour. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please email us at support@wegotrip.com.
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