Wiener Staatsoper Audio Guide
Explore Wiener Staatsoper with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
The Vienna State Opera House is a renowned opera house located in Vienna, Austria. It is one of the world's leading opera companies and a major cultural landmark in the city.
What you will hear
The Renaissance Revival Facade
Start with the grand exterior to establish the architectural style and the tragic history of the architects, Sicardsburg and van der Nüll. Historical images and architectural drawings provide context for its 1869 inauguration.
Architectural Section Study
This 1885 elevation study highlights the rhythmic precision and classical inspiration behind the building's monumental facade.
Opernbrunnen and Karajan-Platz
Focus on the social space surrounding the opera house, featuring the Opernbrunnen fountain and the square named after the legendary conductor Herbert von Karajan.
The Opera Fountain
The Opernbrunnen is one of two matching fountains that bring the artistic themes of the interior to the public streets outside.
Herbert von Karajan Square
This open space serves as a transition point between the historic city center and the grand entrance of the opera house.
The Grand Staircase and Vestibule
This area survived the 1945 bombings and represents the original 19th-century splendor. Look for the marble steps and imperial monograms.
The Grand Staircase
A rare survivor of World War II, this opulent staircase remains one of the original features from the 1869 inauguration.
The Loge Entrance
This entrance was historically reserved for the wealthiest patrons, highlighting the strict social hierarchy of the 19th-century opera house.
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