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 am 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 citizens’ dedication to a balanced, high-quality lifestyle. I was born in Oslo in 1988 and raised in some of Norway’s most international communities, immersed in Norwegian, French, English, and Polish. After completing my degree in Art History, I embarked on a journey to explore the world beyond Norway, seeking inspiration and experiences 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. Here, I guide and organize tours, offering visitors an authentic glimpse into the region’s rich history and vibrant culture. As of 2025, I am also the founder and creator of a family-run creative salon, studio and gallery for art, photo and podcasts called Kepinski Studio. So when I am not sharing Vienna’s stories on the streets, I pursue my passion for oil painting, building a community for creatives at the studio, create travel content, and then sometimes leaving the city to explore Austria’s breathtaking landscapes on long, challenging hikes. I share my happiness here with my two lively and inspiring beautiful caiques parrots, Napoleon and Sisi. With a worldly perspective and a passion for teaching through humour and storytelling, I strive to craft tour experiences that bring history, art, and culture to life—leaving a lasting impression on all who join me.

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Overview of your Vienna tour

Join me, an art historian, on an unforgettable 7-hour private tour of Vienna’s most iconic sights. Beginning at your hotel, we’ll spend the day immersed in history, culture, and art, discovering the city at a relaxed and rewarding pace. We start with a 2–3 hour walking tour through Vienna’s historic old town, uncovering its rich heritage, magnificent architecture, and lesser-known hidden gems. Along the way, Vienna’s layered past comes alive through stories, details, and context. We then take a well-deserved break at a traditional coffee house, a local restaurant, or the vibrant Naschmarkt—time to relax, enjoy, and recharge. After lunch, we travel by public transport to Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg dynasty. With skip-the-line access, you’ll enjoy the exclusive Grand Tour, exploring more than 40 beautifully preserved rooms while learning the fascinating history of one of Europe’s most powerful imperial families.

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 of the old town w/ highlights: - St. Stephen Cathedral, - Graben & Kohlmarkt Street, - Hofburg Imperial Palace grounds incl. Spanish Riding School, - Vienna State Opera house, - Monument against War and Fascism, - Ringstrasse Boulevard, and more. 1-hour Lunch/ Snacks at a coffee house or Naschmarkt food market. 2,5-hour Schonbrunn Palace Grand tour - w/ possible entry to gardens. (Travel time in between program points: 30-60 min)

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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
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1385164
Languages
English
Norwegian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

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Hours icon 7 hours
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