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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Vienna

  • 3 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Vienna
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Choose one of 10 locals available

Experience hosted by Anita, Ina & other locals

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Want to see the best of Vienna? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Vienna!

Destination
Vienna, Austria
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
Deutsch, English, Hindi, Italiano, Türkçe
Included
  • Private Guide
  • 1 local Snack or Drink
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to Attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Explore the best of the city in only 3 hours
  • Spot classics like Vienna State Opera House & St. Stephen's Cathedral
  • Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths
  • Experience the city from a local’s perspective
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Privately guided by a local expert

What you can expect

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Vienna, is a magical place! And with the local host of your choice, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!

Dive into the origin of Vienna as you see the city’s main landmarks like Vienna State Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and Hofburg Palace. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Every host has its own story to tell, so pick your favorite, and you’ll discover the city through their eyes. Experience their Vienna to the max based on their passions and expertise. They’ll make sure you have fun enjoying a unique and local perspective of Vienna.

Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Vienna. Remember, the locals know best.

The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Each one of the local hosts has a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share their knowledge with you and exchange ideas and perspectives! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Vienna, your Vienna!

Choose your local

Get to know these 10 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at In front of the main entrance of the Vienna Operahouse - Vienna to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. City Highlights

    See from Vienna State Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hofburg Palace, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Vienna so unique
  4. Hidden Gems

    Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience
  5. Magical Storytelling

    Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!
  6. Special Treat

    Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions
  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Wim🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
23 May 2025
Lisa Maria combines knowledge of the city with original thoughts in a funny and witty manner.Interesting and original
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Richard🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 May 2025
Lisa Marie is a most personable and well-informed guide and represents Vienna well. Her academic credentials are impeccable and she has a unique ability to relate detailed information about Vienna in a most enjoyable way. She was a great asset to our visit in Vienna.Fun & Informative Tour With Lisa Marie
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Jules
(About local )
22 May 2025
My wife and another couple used Lisa Maria as our tourguide in Vienna. Lisa took time to ask up front what our interests were and sought out information to customize the tour to our needs. She spent enough time explaining the history of Vienna and the connections to the rest of Europe. She was thoughtful concise and has a great sense of humor. We thoroughly enjoe our time with her. Highly recommend Lisa! JulesExcellent Tour Guide
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Kerstin🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
18 May 2025
wir hatten eine famose Zeit mit Sandie, die uns in 3 Stunden einen prima Überblick über die Wiener Innenstadt gegeben hat uns, neben einem leckeren Wiener Schnitzel Lokal für den Abend auch einen grandiosen Kaiserschmarrn to go zeigte - vielen lieben Dank! ohne Sandie hätten wir weder den kuezen Blick in die Nationalbibliothek erhascht noch hätten wir für den Folgeabend zusätzliche Tipps erhascht. Gerne wieder, vielen Dank! Wiener Schätzchen
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Mary🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
14 May 2025
My husband and I booked a 3 hour tour with Lisa Maria, she even came to the hotel to meet us and guided us through buying underground tickets! She asked us what we were interested in and tailored the tour accordingly. Her breadth of knowledge is amazing. The three hours just flew by, she is such a lovely person and I can definitely recommend booking her. Best decision
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Patricia🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
14 May 2025
Our two person tour with Lisa Marie was lovely. She was full of historical knowledge, maybe due to a PhD in History!!!! We had such interesting discussions on so many subjects. This tour brought a much valued dimension to our week in Vienna! Thank you Lisa Marie!Lisa Marie was fabulous
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Richard🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
12 May 2025
Our tour with Selin was fantastic! She has deep knowledge of the culture and the history of Vienna and gave us a fantastic introduction to the city through her story telling. She mixed some hidden gems in with the big highlights, and you can tell she knows everything there is to know about Vienna. She was also able to answer every question we had throughout the three hours and often dived into her archive of photos on her iPad to bring a story to life or show how something would have looked in the past. Fantastic tour, I wouldn't hesitate to book with Selin again next time I'm back in Vienna. Thanks Selin!Most knowledgeable guide I have ever had!
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John🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 May 2025
Thank you, Roxane, for a great experience! You were wonderful to deal with through the booking stage and the tour you delivered was exactly what we were hoping for, and more.Roxane was great from start to finish
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Bob🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 May 2025
Sandie was so much fun! She took us to several little places that we would not have found or known to see otherwise. She’s also a trooper / we had pouring rain the whole tour but armed with our umbrellas we had a blast! Will book again with Sandie the next time we visit!Great way to enjoy a new city!
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Dominique🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
30 April 2025
Claudia gave us a wonderfully informative tour. We really enjoyed all the information we received. As always “Withlocals” it’s the extra pieces of information that are not in a guide book that make it extra special.Claudia is a Gem !
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Christine🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
29 April 2025
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit mit Sandie in Wien! Sie hat uns alles wichtige gezeigt und auch kleine versteckte Sehenswürdigkeiten, die man alleine nie finden würde. DankeSuper!
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Karen
(About local )
21 April 2025
Claudia Marie was an awesome tour guide and shared so much knowledge - loved learning so much about beautiful Vienna and its history.10
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Louise🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
9 April 2025
Anita is knowledgeable and gives information in a delightful detailed way. We would highly recommend Anita for tours. Great day with Anita
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Alex🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
8 April 2025
10/10 for Anita, who looked after our group incredibly well, with Viennese treats in her backpack, local history and current affairs at her fingertips, and plenty of images on file to bring it all to life for us. We finished the tour with drinks at a brilliant rooftop bar, offering great views and another round of photo opportunities. Anita speaks both German and English fluently, making her the perfect guide for our international group. And her sunny smile and great energy make her a pleasure to be with. Our three hours flew by. Thank you! Fantastic Vienna Introduction
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Jose🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 April 2025
We had an amazing time in Vienna thanks to Sandy. She was very professional, nice and fun to be with. You can tell she loves Vienna, she made our afternoon a memorable one. She was willing to reschedule our tour to the next day because it was raining the day of our tour. Her flexibility was greatly appreciated. Don’t hesitate to book your tour with her, you won’t regret it. Wonderful tour in Vienna!
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julie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 March 2025
If you find yourself in Vienna and looking for a truly expert guide Lisa Marie is your gal! Excellent grasp of history and culture of the beautiful city of Vienna. So pleased we choose Lisa Marie as our guide! Outstanding tour with Lisa Marie!
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Manuel🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
10 February 2025
Nice Tour with Michael through Vienna! Micheal is well experienced and also knew everything we have asked! Top tour! Nice Tour with Michael
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Rosemarie
(About local )
1 February 2025
I would recommend Sandy in a heartbeat! I booked the tour while I was still back home in Canada and Sandy was super easy to communicate with through the With Locals website. I had only an evening layover in Vienna. Sandy picked me up from the airport and tailored a late night tour to accommodate my short time frame. Sandy also graciously accommodated my last minute request to invite two friends who had decided on short notice to fly from the UK to meet me in Vienna. Sandy's knowledge of Viennese history, architecture and culture is astounding and with her humorous anecdotes we were captivated. Sandy is also well travelled and we were able to share travel experiences. Vienna by night all lit up was magical and with Sandy's story telling, we were mesmerized. I look forward to booking a more in-depth tour when I return to Vienna. A magical evening with Sandy
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Michael
(About local )
26 January 2025
Round every corner there is a bit of history - often with a musical theme - and Selin knew all about it and how to tell itShowed us the many layers of Vienna
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Miroslav🇰🇾 Cayman Islands
(About local )
24 January 2025
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Marcela🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 January 2025
I can't rate Roxane highly enough! If you're considering a walking tour of Vienna, do yourself a favor and book with her—you won’t regret it. From the very beginning, Roxane made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Her communication was prompt and clear, which immediately put my mind at ease while planning the tour. She met our group at our hotel and the 3 hours she walked with us were absolutely delightful. Her positivity made the day even more enjoyable, and it felt like spending time with a friend who was genuinely excited to show you her favorite parts of the city. This tour was one of the highlights of my trip to Vienna. Roxane’s warmth, knowledge, and enthusiasm make her the perfect guide for anyone wanting to experience the city in a more meaningful way. You’ll walk away not just with a list of facts but with a true sense of the soul of Vienna. I would absolutely recommend her tour to anyone—whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler looking to dive deeper into the city's history. Thank you, Roxane, for such a memorable experience!A Fantastic Experience!
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Francisco🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
(About local )
5 January 2025
We had a great time with Lisa. She is very friendly and knowledgeable. The whole group, including the kids, really enjoyed the tour. Highly recommended.
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Constantinos🇨🇾 Cyprus
(About local )
29 December 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our city tour with Anita! She genuinely took the time to connect with our family and shared her valuable knowledge about Vienna ! Anita is an experienced guide and truly loves what she does. I would definitely reccomend her to any family visiting the city! Wonderful tour in Vienna
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Deborah🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 December 2024
We had a great tour with sandy in Vienna. She was very pleasant and we had a wonderful time with her.Tour of Vienna
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Michelle
(About local )
28 December 2024
We greatly enjoyed our time with Lisa Marie. Her tour of Vienna was interesting and informative and full of local knowledge. She couldn’t have been lovelier or more accommodating to our family!Interesting and fun
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Martin🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
27 December 2024
We really enjoyed the walking tour together with Anita. She told us a lot about the history of the city of Vienna, including pictures en snacks. She was very nice and enthousiastic and provided us with sufficient information. Her explenation was clear and she knows enough to awnser additional questions from the group. Nice experience
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Laura🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 December 2024
Lisa Marie is a fantastic, enthusiastic & very knowledgable guide. My mother & I took the walking tour of Vienna with Lisa Marie & we had such a delightful time. Lisa Marie is very personable & was able to tell us the "insider" stories of all the main sites in Vienna. We were in Vienna during Christmastime & so she helped us find some of the more local Christmas markets which were delightful. We loved our time visiting at the coffee house & having amazing cake. Lisa Marie was by far the BEST guide I have had on WithLocals. Don't miss spending time with her!! Amazing!
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(About local )
26 December 2024
Lisa Maria educated us on the true history of Vienna. Our 3 hours flew by so fast. I left wanting more time with her. There was so much more to learn about this city rich in history. I highly recommend Lisa Maria and hope to book a tour with her again. She is a must pick to explore Vienna
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Brisset🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 December 2024
We only had a full day in Vienna and wanted to maximize our time so we decided to book a three hour tour with Lisa Maria. We really had a great time- not just seeing the city but we felt that we were with a long time friend touring the city. The tour was personal and she had great knowledge and interesting stories about Vienna. We learned about Architecture , the history of Vienna and current events that makes you understand a place in depth in such a short time. We highly recommend this tour. We feel we made a friend and we wish her the best in all her future adventures. Jose,Brisset and SamBest three hours in Vienna
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Rich🇮🇩 Indonesia
(About local )
23 December 2024
My family group was six adults. We had an amazing time with Anita. Her knowledge of the city, and the history was incredible. She was such a great guide and seem to know instinctively what we were interested in. All my children were really interested in the tour and the history of this amazing country! We would highly recommend Anita to anybody considering a tour of Vianna and we wish her the best and thank her so muchAmazing anita
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Martha 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 December 2024
Great exploration of history through the buildings built. Loved seeing the story of the cheek by jowl building of palaces.Vienna
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Lisa🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
20 December 2024
Sandy is a delightful host. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her. She was very flexible and tailored to fit our requests. We particularly enjoyed the ability to skip the line into a very busy coffee shop. Highly recommend!Wonderful tour
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Tim🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
15 December 2024
Lisa Maria is very knowledgeable and a lot of fun! We enjoyed Vienna’s highlights and hidden gems. The tour was very relaxed and filled with fun facts. We highly recommend this tour and Lisa Maria to anyone visiting ViennaGreat way to explore Vienna!
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(About local )
12 December 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent with sandy. She possesses a wealth of historical and local knowledge. She is Very pleasant and has an excellent sense of humor. We felt very comfortable. Overall, we were grateful to have had this insider perspective to Vienna. We highly recommend Sandy. Wonderful walk through vienna
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Robert🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 December 2024
Roxane was completely knowledgeable, personable, professional and charming! She cares deeply about Vienna, its people and history, and equally about providing a wonderful tour experience for her guests. Book a tour with Roxane. You won’t be disappointed. You’re welcome. Even better than her glowing reviews
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Scott🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 December 2024
Our three hour tour with Roxane was exactly what we wanted. She gave us a good mix of historical information, pointed out the interesting little known facts, and entertainment us with stories. We would definitely recommend Roxane to anyone looking to learn about Vienna while having a nice walk through this beautiful city.Informative and entertaining tour
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Frank🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 December 2024
Roxane was able to tailor the experience to our schedule, needs and desires and still be informative, flexible and fun. Would see her again.Totally worth it
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Jamie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
8 December 2024
We had a great day with Lisa Maria! She was knowledgeable about the city and some hidden stories we would not have figured out walking around on our own! We had a great time, and were so glad to have her with us! It was like walking around with a friend that knew all the things about Vienna! Lisa Maria was amazing! Vielen Dank!
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Lulu🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 December 2024
Sandy was beyond incredible. We did a walking tour of Vienna on our first full day there, and Sandy not only shared with us the luscious history of the city, but she shared with us modern local culture including great food recommendations. Do yourself a favor and get a tour scheduled with her when you visit! Incredible Welcome to Vienna
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Hunter🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
4 December 2024
Roxanne was a super guide who delivered her knowledge of Vienna in an fun and informative wayInteresting and fun
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Katie
(About local )
24 November 2024
We had Roxane as our guide for a wintery tour of Vienna. She was super friendly and really knowledgable! Loads of great history and cool findings about the city we otherwise would have missed. Took us to some yummy food spots which were fab! Thank you Roxane!Brilliant and Funny!
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As🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
17 November 2024
Roxane is so knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. It was a delight for us to tour the city with her on our first evening in Wien. She provided lots of interesting information and helpful tips and suggestions so highly recommend if you are new to the city. Wonderful city tour
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Guy🇱🇺 Luxembourg
(About local )
15 November 2024
Michael is fantasticIf you only use one guide, use Micharl
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Amy🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 November 2024
Wow! What an amazing experience. Sandy's walking tour of Vienna was absolutely perfect. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, she knew all the best places to take us. Her knowledge and passion for Vienna's history is incredible. Sandy is friendly, fun, and made us feel so welcome in her city. If you're visiting Vienna, don't miss out on this tour!Don't Miss This Vienna Tour!
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Sarah🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
8 November 2024
Roxane was absolutely wonderful! I really cannot say enough about the incredible experience we had! She knew so much about the history of Vienna and surrounding Europe, and she shared her knowledge with such kindness and patience! Roxane made our tour very easy and comfortable. It was like being with a friend! She was so easy to talk to and kept us interested the entire time! I am grateful and I will never forget our time with her! Incredible experience
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Daphne🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
5 November 2024
We had a great morning with Sandy. She knows a lot about the history of the city and you get a good impression of the city center. In addition, it was also very pleasant. She is a very good guide who adapts to the group wishes. Next time in Vienna I would definitely book a tour with her again. Citywalk Vienna
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Jamie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 November 2024
My friend and I recently went on a city tour with Anita as our guide. She is wonderful...knowledgeable and fun. Spent 3 hours scouring Vienna's art, food, history, and shopping areas. I've been on many tours and can conclusively say small, personalized tours are the absolute best. Thanks Anita!!!!! Wonderful guide!
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Robert🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
27 October 2024
Speaks perfect French and English and is very knowledgeable on Vienna’s history without being too academic.Absolutely wonderful
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Maria
(About local )
26 October 2024
Michael was quite knowledgeable about the history of Vienna. He has a wonderful way of telling the stories of the past. Michael is friendly and certainly helped us become familiar with Vienna. Excellent tour
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Arlene
(About local )
22 October 2024
Roxane is very friendly, informative, knowledgeable, and has a sense of fun! She has a great sense of humour and made the walking tour of the major sites in Vienna a highlight of our trip! Thanks again Roxane! Fun and interesting walking tour!

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