Follow in the footsteps of Johann Strauss with ivie
Johann Strauss Sohn was a real superstar. And he still is today. He conquered the whole world from Vienna with his unforgettable waltz melodies. The Danube Waltz has become a cultural phenomenon. Johann Strauss justifiably took over the title of “Waltz King” from his father with whom he shared his name. He still makes us dance today, just as he did back then. 2025 marks his 200th birthday – and the whole of Vienna will be celebrating the occasion.
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Vienna was Johann Strauss’ home and the center of his life. Countless places in the city pay tribute to the Waltz King. His entire life is explored in museums such as the House of Strauss. His former apartment in Praterstraße offers very personal insights into his life, including instruments that Strauss himself played.
Various performance venues and of course the most photographed monument in Vienna are a must on a Strauss-themed tour of Vienna. However, there are also attractions on the route that do not have an obvious Strauss connection, such as the venue of his second wedding. ivie also reveals what once happened in Vienna’s most popular nightclub.
The audio walk features the following places:
- Johann Strauss Apartment
- Johann Strauss Monument in the Stadtpark
- House of Music
- Musikverein (Vienna Music Society)
- Karlskirche (St. Charles Church)
- MusikTheater an der Wien
- Vienna State Opera
- Volksgarten Clubdiskothek
- House of Strauss
- Johann Strauss’ grave at the Vienna Central Cemetery
Music by the Vienna Johann Strauss Orchestra
How could we do an audio walk like this without music? The most famous works by Johann Strauss Sohn are played at the various stopping points on the walk, including the Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka, the Danube Waltz and Tales from the Vienna Woods. The Vienna Johann Strauss Orchestra made recordings of all these works. It is one of the most authentic ensembles when it comes to interpreting Strauss’ music. For anyone who would like to immerse themselves even more in the Strauss world of music, this is for you: a Strauss playlist.
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