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Note: Otto Wagner’s Church of St. Leopold at Steinhof is closed from November 1, 2024 to March 14, 2025, so we recommend you that until spring you choose another thematic private tour for Vienna, or our Half-Day private tour.

On this complete 2.5 hour unique private tour we will be pleased to show you a jewel of the Viennese Art Nouveau and one of the best kept hidden secrets of Art Nouveau in Europe.

There, you will spend an hour visiting the interior of the architectural masterpiece which is Kirche am Steinhof Church. After, our specialized licensed local guide will show you its surroundings, helping you to admire many design and architecture details like lamps or rails around balconies.

This private tour include lots of references to history, architecture, decorative, cultural art, literature and music of the fin de siècle. Every element of the interior and exterior is beautiful, but the history surrounding it makes this tour a real unique experience.

We consider that this approach allows a deeper understanding of the style and the cultural background of the society of the turn of the 19th and 20th Centuries. This private tour will be a journey back in time to Vienna’s Secession times.

This private tour is focused in the Steinhof Psychiatric Hospital complex, probably the main example of Otto Wagner Art Nouveau work in Vienna. Steinhof Church is a hidden gem of European Art Nouveau not seen by many. A really exclusive experience you can experience with us.

Alternative to Kirche am Steinhof in Vienna, much closer to the city center – During the works at Steinhof, we organise tours to St Karl Borromäus.

The cemetery church of St. Karl Borromäus is one of the most beautiful Art Nouveau churches in Vienna, comparable to Kirche am Steinhof but much more easy to reach from the city center, so a more popular place.

Explore a fascinating chapter of Vienna’s architectural and historical narrative with a visit to the Friedhofskirche zum Heiligen Karl Borromäus (St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery Church). Designed in 1911 by architect Max Hegele, this stunning Jugendstil masterpiece is located near the heart of Vienna’s Central Cemetery. The impressive cemetery church of Saint Charles Borromeo is a total work of art, that delves deeply into the question of transience.

Originally named the Dr.-Karl-Lueger-Gedächtnis-Kirche, it honored Vienna’s mayor Karl Lueger, whose progressive urban initiatives were overshadowed by his deeply troubling legacy of anti-Semitism. In 2000, after extensive renovations, the church was rededicated with its current name, reflecting its sacred mission while preserving its architectural significance. A visit to this striking structure offers insight into Vienna’s layered history and the elegance of its Art Nouveau era

Vienna’s Central Cemetery is more than just a final resting place. It’s a captivating blend of history, art, and nature. Explore the graves of renowned figures like Beethoven and Falco, admire stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and wander through serene green spaces. As the cemetery celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2024, it continues to be a beloved destination for both locals and visitors. Around two square kilometers in area, it is the second largest cemetery in Europe.

Tailored to your interests

When it opens again, experience the serenity and splendor of Otto Wagner’s Kirche am Steinhof with a private tour tailored to your interests. Whether focusing on its architectural brilliance or its symbolic significance, your guide will ensure a meaningful and personalized journey into this Jugendstil masterpiece.

The tour remains adaptable to your group’s needs, adjusting pace, timing, and focus to match your preferences or external conditions. Our tailored approach ensures a profound and memorable visit to one of Vienna’s artistic marvels.

Note that Bookings of this private tour must be done at least two weeks before the desired tour date. Saturdays or Sundays that services and weddings take place in their premises the scope of the visit can be affected. We will have to coordinate with the

Where the private tour Begins and Ends

Starting point is you hotel (if located centrally). We will end the tour in Steinhof Church.

We will go by public transport or private car/minibus/bus to the beautiful Steinhof Psychiatric Hospital complex designed by Otto Wagner, the pioneer of modern urbanism.

Exclusions

Alghouth we see that visitors can access to the church for as low of 4 or 5€ per person, we paid from 90€ to 160€ to the management of the place for a Private tour inside Steinhof church. We will ask again if interested will be paid cash in the entrance of the tour.

You can choose between public transport and private transport, which will have an extra cost but be quicker to move the people. One day transport ticket is 8€ – price may change according to times, so click HERE to get the exact information on types of tickets and pricing.

Food and drinks.

Additional Information

While most of our guests prefer tours in English or German, we’re happy to arrange other languages upon request.

Our expert guides specialize in Vienna’s rich history, culture, and architecture, with a special focus on Otto Wagner’s groundbreaking designs and the Art Nouveau movement. Each tour is tailored to your interests, ensuring a memorable and engaging experience. Early booking is recommended to secure the best guide for your group.

Over the years, we’ve expanded beyond Art Nouveau tours to offer city highlights, unique experiences, and services such as chauffeur-driven tours, business lunch arrangements, and hotel recommendations. Explore more at City of Vienna’s site, and let us help you uncover Vienna’s best.

Art Nouveau – Secession Style

Vienna had a higher density of conservative nobility than Budapest, the other co-capital of the Austrian-Hungarian Empire, and this fact delayed the entrance of this new artistic movement in Vienna. It was not until 1896 that the painter Gustav Klimt and several other artists quit the conservative Künstlerhaus and founded a new art association called Secession, a name used by a popular building completed in 1898 and used by many of the members of this movement, artists like Otto Wagner or Josef Hoffman.

Otto Wagner’s Church of St. Leopold at Steinhof is a masterpiece of Viennese modernism. Completed in 1907, this pioneering church stands as one of the first modern religious buildings in Europe.

Inspired by various architectural styles, from Byzantine to Baroque, Wagner created a unique and innovative design that broke away from historical conventions. The church’s marble cladding and functional interior reflect the principles of modern architecture, prioritizing practicality and hygiene.

The interior is adorned with stunning glass mosaic windows by Koloman Moser, which, along with other design elements by Otto Wagner and his studio, create a harmonious and inspiring space.

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