Private Tour of the Kunsthistorisches Fine Arts Museum

Highlights

  • Stroll beautiful galleries and halls decorated with gold leaf, marble and stucco

  • See works by Great Masters Rembrandt, Velázquez, Raphael, Vermeer and Klimt

  • Admire exquisite sculptural art, Egyptian artefacts, Antiquities, coins and cartoons

  • Have your choice of the parts of the museum you wish to highlight or pass over

  • Discuss the evolution of Renaissance art and the techniques and influences of the genre

  • Enjoy the architectural splendour of the truly magnificent building - world-class art in itself

Summary

Enjoy a private, guided tour of one of the greatest art collections of Renaissance art and Egyptian artefacts.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
10
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Innere Stadt, Vienna, 1010

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Built in 1891 to house the Imperial family’s extensive art collection, the Kunsthistorisches Museum is considered the one of the most important art museums in the world. On your private, guided tour of the museum, you will:

 - Stroll beautiful galleries and halls decorated with gold leaf, marble and stucco
 - See works by Great Masters Rembrandt, Velázquez, Raphael, Vermeer and Klimt
 - Admire exquisite sculptural art, Egyptian artefacts, Antiquities, coins and cartoons
 - Have your choice of the parts of the museum you wish to highlight or pass over
 - Discuss the evolution of Renaissance art and the techniques and influences of the genre
 - Enjoy the architectural splendour of the truly magnificent building - world-class art in itself

Commissioned by Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary himself at a time of considerable investment into the city’s rich, vibrant art and cultural scene, the museum’s eminent works include the single largest exhibit of paintings by Brabant-born Pieter Bruegel the Elder, a celebrated Dutch and Flemish Renaissance artist famous for his landscapes and bucolic peasant scenes. Spanning five millennia, from Ancient Egypt, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance to Baroque and the modern era, artworks are resplendently presented in magnificent setting of the grandest decor

 The Private Highlights Tour of Vienna’s Kunsthistorisches Museum that will connect you with the pieces throughout time. We will cut through the crowds to reach some exceptional examples of European art history, such as Raphael’s "Madonna in the Meadow," Vermeer’s "The Allegory of Painting”, Rembrandt’s 1652 self portrait and Velazquez’s Infanta paintings - including his most celebrated oil, “Infanta Margarita Teresa in a Blue Dress” produced in 1659, a year before his death. With the invaluable inside knowledge of our expert guide, we will stroll opulent gold-and-stucco galleries to browse glorious masterpieces by Ruben, Rembrandt, Dürer and Titian. Discuss the inspiration behind the Renaissance era’s greatest paintings and sculptures and debate emerging techniques that often echoed exciting evolutions in philosophy, literature and music. Your private, expert guide will help you seek out curious, rare treasures that offer fascinating insights into mysterious Eastern cultures together with antiquities from Greek and Roman history. Marvel at the splendour of the museum's octagonal dome roof, in itself a breathtaking work of art

What’s included?

  • Skip-the-line entrance to Kunsthistorisches Museum

  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places

  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way

  • Cost of transportation on the day. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport

  • Gratuities (optional)

Things to know

Before you book

  • This is a walking tour

  • Cost of transportation on the day is not included. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport

Before you go

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes

  • Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day

  • In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

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