Private tour in Vienna Jan K

Full day tour of Vienna's historical district and Schonbrunn palace.

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Jan K.

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Like many before me, I'm an adopted Viennese — drawn to this city by its artistic brilliance and historical grandeur. As an art historian, Vienna felt like a natural calling: a place where history and creativity converge. But beyond its cultural allure, what truly captivated me was Vienna's cosmopolitan spirit and its people's quiet dedication to a balanced, high-quality life. I was born in Oslo in 1988 and raised in some of Norway's most international communities, surrounded by Norwegian, French, English, and Polish. After completing my degree in Art History, I set off to explore the world beyond Norway, chasing inspiration across continents. Over the past decade, I've worked as a professional storyteller, sharing history, art, and culture in major cities across Europe, the U.S., and Canada. Since 2017, Vienna has been my home and base of operations, where I guide and organize tours that give visitors an authentic glimpse into the region's rich history and vibrant culture. In 2025, I also founded Kepinski Studio, a family-run creative salon, studio, and gallery for art, photography, and podcasts. When I'm not sharing Vienna's stories on the streets, you'll find me painting in oils, building a community of creatives at the studio, producing travel content, or heading out of the city for a long, challenging hike through Austria's landscapes. At home, I share my life with two lively caique parrots, Napoleon and Sisi. With a worldly perspective and a passion for teaching through humor and storytelling, I craft tour experiences that bring history, art, and culture to life — leaving a lasting impression on everyone who joins me.

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Overview of your Vienna tour

Join me, an art historian, for an unforgettable 7-hour private tour of Vienna's most iconic sights. Starting at your hotel, we'll spend the day immersed in history, culture, and art at a relaxed pace. We begin with a 2–3 hour walk through Vienna's historic Old Town, its architecture and hidden gems. Meet the Habsburgs along the way — the family who tried to conquer the world not by war, but by marriage, until one too many cousins later it became a family tradition. Then a well-deserved break at a coffee house, restaurant, or the vibrant Naschmarkt. After lunch, we take public transport to Schönbrunn Palace, the Habsburgs' former summer residence. With skip-the-line access, enjoy the Grand Tour: 40 rooms of gilded stucco and painted ceilings, and the everyday lives of the family that built an empire — from Maria Theresa and her sixteen children to the elderly, heartbroken Franz Joseph. I share the same passion for this city that brought me here. I came for its history — I stayed for everything else.

Recent Reviews

Françoise B.Canada
June 2026

As a tour guide myself, I carefully picked Jan to give us a full-day tour of Vienna. He did not disappoint: He was knowledgeable, professional, laid-back, funny, a great story-teller. I had specifically asked that he show us as much Art Nouveau as possible, and he delivered on that count as well. I believe we saw just about all of the highlights in the old city. Pretty sure he picked up on the high level of interest we showed and the pace we preferred, because it felt like he adjusted accordingly. If I could give a six-star rating, I would. Well worth it. Highly recommend. Danke schön, Jan!

Ann S.United States
September 2025

Jan was, without any hesitation on my part, the best guide we have ever had. He made Vienna come to life with his stories, his knowledge, his insights, and understanding not only of Vienna but also what we wanted to see. The highlight of the day was a visit to an art museum where he introduced me to a new way of looking at art and society. It was a thrilling experience for me, a knowledgable traveler. to learn something new and learn a new way of seeing things.

Anna N.United States
August 2025

Our family of four, including two teenagers, spent a full day with Jan. He is a master storyteller with a wide range of knowledge about Vienna, which made our time with him very enjoyable and informative. If you are looking for a tour that covers quite a bit of ground and provides an entertaining history lesson, this is the one for you!

Jennifer M.United States
July 2025

Jan is an exceptional guide! We absolutely loved our day exploring Vienna with him. Aside from being extremely knowledgeable, he made our tour so much fun. We felt fully immersed in the city, and made us want to come back again and stay longer. He was our favorite guide of the trip!

Kathy M.
June 2025

One of the best tours we have taken (and we do a lot of them). Touring with Jan was like taking a stroll thru Vienna with a friend, a very smart friend!! Jan is friendly, accommodating and so knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Jan Kepinski.

Your Vienna tour itinerary

Hotel pickup. 2.5-hour walking tour through Vienna's Old Town, including: St. Stephen's Cathedral Graben & Kohlmarkt The Hofburg Palace grounds, including the Spanish Riding School The Vienna State Opera The Monument Against War and Fascism The Ringstrasse Boulevard ...and more. 1-hour lunch or snack break at a traditional coffee house or the Naschmarkt food market. 2.5-hour Grand Tour of Schönbrunn Palace, with optional entry to the gardens. (Travel time between stops: 30–60 minutes.) Tickets: I arrange skip-the-line reservations in advance; €32 per person, paid on-site at check-in. Metro: 3,20 EUR per person per direction

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Transport details
Type: Walking

The group will reach the different program points either on foot or by public transport. (Metro U4 to the "Schönbrunn" stop).

What's included
Private Guide
Services: Reservation for skip-the-line tickets.
What's not included
Tickets: Payment for the reserved tickets must be done with the guide at ticket pick-up point.
Other: 35 EUR per person: 25 Schonbrunn ticket,10 public transport ticket.
Public Transportation
Meeting location

Vienna, Vienna, Austria

I will happily meet you at your hotel and take you to the palace and back by public transportation or by car. Hotel pickup: The hotel must be within walking distance of the old town (Vienna 1st. District). Otherwise, meeting point is the main entrance to the St. Stephen Cathedral.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1385164
Languages
English
Norwegian
French
German
Polish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

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Hours icon 7 hours
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