Guided Tour of the Austrian Parliament
Please join us on our exclusive Parliament Tour with Giselle:
✅ Why the Austrian Parliament was built in Greek style...
✅ How Austrians joke about the statue of Wisdom on the ramp...
✅ Why deputies used to throw ink at each other and even brought musical instruments to meetings...
✅ What horrified Mark Twain during his visit...
✅ How long the longest speech in Parliament history lasted...
✅ Who in Parliament spoke Ukrainian, and what other languages were spoken...
✅ Who found entertainment in watching political debates turn into fights...
✅ How the Parliament functions today...
✅ The powers of the Federal Chancellor...
✅ The symbolism behind the eagle with the sickle, hammer, and broken chains on Austria's coat of arms...
✅ How much Austrian politicians earn...
✅ And of course—feel free to take photos and videos throughout the tour!
➡️ Along with these fascinating stories about the history of Austria's "temple of democracy," you'll get to explore its grand halls and see the most striking, naked statue of the god Mars. 😄👌
And to top it off, we'll end the tour with a breathtaking view of the Hofburg Palace from the Parliament's terrace.
IMPORTANT‼: Please bring your PASSPORT or Austrian document (Aufenthaltstitel), as it's required for entry!
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