--- title: "Sisi Tour Vienna with Her Biographer | Prime Tours" url: https://primetours.at/tours/the-myth-of-sissi-guided-tour-with-the-author-of-her-biography-exclusive-small-group-tour/ description: "Join a small-group Sisi tour Vienna led by Dr. Renate Hofbauer, author of a biography of Empress Elisabeth. 2 hours, max 9 guests, from €119." language: en --- # The myth of Sisi: Guided tour with the author of her biography: exclusive small group tour! Join a small-group Sisi tour Vienna led by Dr. Renate Hofbauer, author of a biography of Empress Elisabeth. 2 hours, max 9 guests, from €119. ⏱ 2 h EN FR DE ES 👥 max. 9 **4.6** Google · 2,615 reviews **4.4** Tripadvisor · 1,617 reviews **1,000,000+** guests ## A Sisi Tour Vienna Led By the Woman Who Wrote Her Biography Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known to the world as “Sisi,” is one of Vienna’s most photographed and least understood historical figures. This small group Sisi tour Vienna experience goes past the postcard image and the gift-shop souvenirs, guided in person by **Dr. Renate Hofbauer**, author of a published biography of the Empress. Instead of a scripted walkthrough, you get the perspective of someone who has spent years researching the woman behind the myth. Over two hours through Vienna’s historic centre, Renate walks you through Sisi’s life as Empress consort of Austria and Queen of Hungary: her arranged marriage into the Habsburg court at a young age, the rigid etiquette she pushed back against, and the personal struggles that hid behind her famous beauty. Because this is a private tour capped at just nine participants, there is plenty of room for questions and detours into whatever part of the story interests your group most. ### What This Vienna Sisi Tour Covers - The real history behind the “Sisi myth,” separating documented fact from popular legend - Her famous beauty routine, including her legendarily long hair and lengthy daily bathing ritual - Her wedding, her body-conscious court appearance, and her rebellion against strict Habsburg etiquette - Loneliness, illness, and the private cost of public life as an Austrian-Hungarian Empress - On request, a comparison between Sisi’s story and that of another famous royal, Princess Diana This is one of the more unusual history tours in Vienna precisely because your guide is not reciting facts from a script; she has written a book on the subject and welcomes genuine discussion. It’s a great fit for anyone interested in Austrian-Hungarian history, royal biography, or simply looking for a more personal alternative to the crowded Sisi Museum queues, told by someone who did the research herself. ## Highlights - Exclusive private experience. - Private guide Dr. Renate Hofbauer, author of the Sisi's biography. - Small group tour, max. 9 participants. ## What's included ### Included - Guided tour by Dr. Renate Hofbauer - Private guide ### Optional - Entrance fees - Tip for the guide ## Meeting point **Helmut Zilk Platz, 1010 Wien** When you arrive at the meeting point, watch out for a yellow PRIME TOURS umbrella. The guide will wait for you next to the Memorial against war and fascism [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Helmut%20Zilk%20Platz%2C%201010%20Wien%2C%20Vienna) ## Photos ## FAQ ### Can I cancel a tour/experience that I have booked? Are there any fees? Please check your booking confirmation for the cancellation policy. ### What sights will I see? - National Opera - Capuchin Crypt - Josefsplatz and Church of the Augustinians - Michaelerplatz and St Michael's Church - Kohlmarkt, Imperial Palace - Volksgarten with monument to Sissi ### Can I cancel a tour/experience that I have booked? Are there any fees? Please check your booking confirmation for the cancellation policy. ### What sights will I see? - National Opera - Capuchin Crypt - Josefsplatz and Church of the Augustinians - Michaelerplatz and St Michael's Church - Kohlmarkt, Imperial Palace - Volksgarten with monument to Sissi ## Prices & booking - Non refundable **€119 per adult** - Standard **€149 per adult** - Price **€49 per child** Available on request – tell us your date and group size and we arrange it for you. 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