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The UN at 80: A Hands-On Children's Tour Through the Vienna International Centre
A German-language, roughly 1.5‑hour program for children aged 6–10 that combines a guided visit to the Vienna International Centre with games and flag-based activities to explore the UN's 193 Member States.
The UN at 80: A Hands-On Children's Tour Through the Vienna International Centre.
Summer 2025 brings a special Ferienspiel edition at the Vienna International Centre celebrating 80 years of the United Nations. Designed for children aged 6–10, the programme mixes a short guided visit with interactive activities and games that center on the flags of the UN’s 193 Member States, offering a compact, playful introduction to global cooperation.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
UN at 80 — a themed summer programme
The Ferienspiel edition is built around the United Nations’ 80th anniversary, using the historic milestone as a framing device for child-friendly explanations of the UN’s work in peace, development and human rights.
Discover 193 Member States
A central element of the tour is learning about the flags of all 193 Member States — an approachable entry point into geography, identity and international cooperation designed for young learners.
Games and hands-on learning
The programme pairs the short guided visit with activities and games to keep children engaged while they learn about the UN and how its Member States work together.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The Ferienspiel children’s tour is paced for young attention spans: a guided visit through elements of the Vienna International Centre followed by interactive activities and games that use flags and simple explanations to illustrate the UN’s work — all packaged into about one and a half hours.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this programme suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Ferienspiel programme lasts about one and a half hours; individual sessions for children run 30 June–4 July 2025, Monday–Friday, 9:30–11:00am.
Adults must present a valid official ID (national ID card, passport or driving licence) at security; paper copies or photos of the ID are not acceptable. Small bags are permitted; there is no luggage storage at the VIC.
Expect a security check on entry; the operator recommends arriving at the Vienna International Centre at least 15 minutes before the tour start time to allow for processing.
The cost is 5€ per person plus a 0.30€ online booking fee; Hort-group scheduling and additional booking details must be arranged with the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages is the tour for?
The programme is for children aged 6–10 and requires an accompanying adult.
How long is the Ferienspiel tour?
The programme lasts about one and a half hours.
When are individual sessions scheduled?
Individual children’s sessions run 30 June–4 July 2025, Monday–Friday, 9:30–11:00am.
How much does it cost?
The price is 5€ per person plus a 0.30€ online booking fee.
Can groups book outside the published dates?
Hort groups of more than 20 children may request visits Monday–Friday at various times upon availability and by contacting the operator.
What ID do adults need for entry?
Adults must present a valid official ID (national ID card, passport or driving licence); paper copies or photos of the ID are not acceptable.
Is there luggage storage on site?
No. Small bags may be carried on the tour, but there is no possibility to store luggage at the Vienna International Centre.
Who do I contact with booking questions?
For questions about bookings, email tours.vienna[at]un.org or consult the United Nations in Vienna visit page.