Schönbrunn Palace
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Skip past the long entry queues at Schönbrunn Palace and wander through 22 lavish staterooms once home to the Habsburgs.
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Explore the palace interiors, Baroque gardens, and courtyards on a 2.5-hour guided tour, or extend to 3.5 hours to also see Vienna’s top landmarks, including the State Opera, Hofburg Palace, and City Hall.
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Hear tales of Empress Sisi’s defiance, Schönbrunn’s role in royal diplomacy, and the hidden symbols in its lavish décor from an expert guide.
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Enjoy a more personal experience on select small-group English tours, limited to 25 guests.
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Stay connected to your guide with headsets for groups of 10+, ensuring crystal-clear audio in every room.
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Skip past the long entry queues at Schönbrunn Palace and wander through 22 lavish staterooms once home to the Habsburgs.
-
Explore the palace interiors, Baroque gardens, and courtyards on a 2.5-hour guided tour, or extend to 3.5 hours to also see Vienna’s top landmarks, including the State Opera, Hofburg Palace, and City Hall.
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Hear tales of Empress Sisi’s defiance, Schönbrunn’s role in royal diplomacy, and the hidden symbols in its lavish décor from an expert guide.
-
Enjoy a more personal experience on select small-group English tours, limited to 25 guests.
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Stay connected to your guide with headsets for groups of 10+, ensuring crystal-clear audio in every room.
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Save time and money with two top Vienna experiences in one day, both within the same historic palace grounds.
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Skip the long queues at Schönbrunn Palace and explore 22 opulent staterooms once home to the Habsburgs.
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Join a 2.5-hour guided tour through the palace interiors, then stroll the manicured Baroque gardens and courtyards.
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Walk just 10 minutes to Schönbrunn Zoo, the world’s oldest, and head straight inside with priority entry.
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See over 700 animal species, from giant pandas and Siberian tigers to rare tropical birds.
More details
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Save time and money with two top Vienna experiences in one day, both within the same historic palace grounds.
-
Skip the long queues at Schönbrunn Palace and explore 22 opulent staterooms once home to the Habsburgs.
-
Join a 2.5-hour guided tour through the palace interiors, then stroll the manicured Baroque gardens and courtyards.
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Walk just 10 minutes to Schönbrunn Zoo, the world’s oldest, and head straight inside with priority entry.
-
See over 700 animal species, from giant pandas and Siberian tigers to rare tropical birds.
6% off
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Delight in a 2-hour Mozart and Strauss concert performed by a renowned ensemble, joined by a soprano and baritone for operatic flair.
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Hear beloved works like Eine kleine Nachtmusik, The Blue Danube, The Magic Flute, and The Marriage of Figaro.
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Indulge in the VIP experience with premium front-row seating, a welcome drink, and an exclusive program booklet to take home.
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Take in the Baroque splendor of Schönbrunn Palace’s Orangery, with gilded moldings, glittering chandeliers, and soaring ceilings once used for Habsburg celebrations.
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With seating options across four categories, you can enjoy the concert from any vantage point, each offering a unique view of the talented musicians and singers.
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The palace’s acoustics are so exceptional, Mozart and Strauss are said to have never sounded quite like this anywhere else.
More details
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Delight in a 2-hour Mozart and Strauss concert performed by a renowned ensemble, joined by a soprano and baritone for operatic flair.
-
Hear beloved works like Eine kleine Nachtmusik, The Blue Danube, The Magic Flute, and The Marriage of Figaro.
-
Indulge in the VIP experience with premium front-row seating, a welcome drink, and an exclusive program booklet to take home.
-
Take in the Baroque splendor of Schönbrunn Palace’s Orangery, with gilded moldings, glittering chandeliers, and soaring ceilings once used for Habsburg celebrations.
-
With seating options across four categories, you can enjoy the concert from any vantage point, each offering a unique view of the talented musicians and singers.
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The palace’s acoustics are so exceptional, Mozart and Strauss are said to have never sounded quite like this anywhere else.
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Experience the best of Vienna’s culture with an exclusive package combining a Mozart and Strauss concert at Schönbrunn Palace and a rare after-hours tour of its Imperial Rooms.
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Enjoy priority entry to Schönbrunn, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and admire its Baroque architecture and manicured gardens before the evening’s performance.
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Savor a 2-hour concert where a renowned orchestra, joined by a soprano and baritone, brings the masterpieces of Mozart and Strauss vividly to life.
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Explore the palace’s opulent staterooms and halls after its closing, with a multilingual audio guide in 16 languages revealing their history and hidden details.
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Enhance the experience with a 3-course dinner at a nearby restaurant, creating a seamless night of history, music, and Viennese cuisine.
More details
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Experience the best of Vienna’s culture with an exclusive package combining a Mozart and Strauss concert at Schönbrunn Palace and a rare after-hours tour of its Imperial Rooms.
-
Enjoy priority entry to Schönbrunn, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and admire its Baroque architecture and manicured gardens before the evening’s performance.
-
Savor a 2-hour concert where a renowned orchestra, joined by a soprano and baritone, brings the masterpieces of Mozart and Strauss vividly to life.
-
Explore the palace’s opulent staterooms and halls after its closing, with a multilingual audio guide in 16 languages revealing their history and hidden details.
-
Enhance the experience with a 3-course dinner at a nearby restaurant, creating a seamless night of history, music, and Viennese cuisine.
-
Delight in a 2-hour Mozart and Strauss concert performed by a renowned ensemble, joined by a soprano and baritone for operatic flair.
-
Hear beloved works like Eine kleine Nachtmusik, The Blue Danube, The Magic Flute, and The Marriage of Figaro.
-
Indulge in the VIP experience with premium front-row seating, a welcome drink, and an exclusive program booklet to take home.
-
Take in the Baroque splendor of Schönbrunn Palace’s Orangery, with gilded moldings, glittering chandeliers, and soaring ceilings once used for Habsburg celebrations.
-
With seating options across four categories, you can enjoy the concert from any vantage point, each offering a unique view of the talented musicians and singers.
-
The palace’s acoustics are so exceptional, Mozart and Strauss are said to have never sounded quite like this anywhere else.
More details
-
Delight in a 2-hour Mozart and Strauss concert performed by a renowned ensemble, joined by a soprano and baritone for operatic flair.
-
Hear beloved works like Eine kleine Nachtmusik, The Blue Danube, The Magic Flute, and The Marriage of Figaro.
-
Indulge in the VIP experience with premium front-row seating, a welcome drink, and an exclusive program booklet to take home.
-
Take in the Baroque splendor of Schönbrunn Palace’s Orangery, with gilded moldings, glittering chandeliers, and soaring ceilings once used for Habsburg celebrations.
-
With seating options across four categories, you can enjoy the concert from any vantage point, each offering a unique view of the talented musicians and singers.
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The palace’s acoustics are so exceptional, Mozart and Strauss are said to have never sounded quite like this anywhere else.
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Cover Vienna’s must-see landmarks in 48 hours with direct bus stops at each palace, saving money, time, and travel hassle.
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Hop between stops on open-top hop-on hop-off buses with live tracking, free Wi-Fi, and multilingual audio commentary for a smooth, informed journey.
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Step off at Schönbrunn Palace and head straight into 22 opulent staterooms, then wander its Baroque gardens and courtyards.
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Hop off near the Upper Belvedere Palace to admire Klimt’s The Kiss and masterpieces by Monet, Schiele, and more.
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With both palaces right on the bus route, enjoy seamless travel, fewer transfers, and more time inside Vienna’s cultural treasures.
More details
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Cover Vienna’s must-see landmarks in 48 hours with direct bus stops at each palace, saving money, time, and travel hassle.
-
Hop between stops on open-top hop-on hop-off buses with live tracking, free Wi-Fi, and multilingual audio commentary for a smooth, informed journey.
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Step off at Schönbrunn Palace and head straight into 22 opulent staterooms, then wander its Baroque gardens and courtyards.
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Hop off near the Upper Belvedere Palace to admire Klimt’s The Kiss and masterpieces by Monet, Schiele, and more.
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With both palaces right on the bus route, enjoy seamless travel, fewer transfers, and more time inside Vienna’s cultural treasures.
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Explore Vienna hassle-free with discounts at 200+ partners, including popular museums, attractions, activities, and more with this city card.
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Save big – up to 50% and explore popular attractions like Madame Tussauds, Leopold Museum, and Mozarthaus at discounted rates.
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Depending on the option selected, get unlimited access to Vienna’s public transport network – effortlessly ride on trams, buses, S-bahn, and metros.
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Book one pass and forego the hassle of buying multiple tickets. Breeze past ticketing queues and save valuable time with a handy mobile pass.
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Get a 24/48/72-hour or 7-day pass and enjoy a hassle-free sightseeing experience at a flexible pace.
More details
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Explore Vienna hassle-free with discounts at 200+ partners, including popular museums, attractions, activities, and more with this city card.
-
Save big – up to 50% and explore popular attractions like Madame Tussauds, Leopold Museum, and Mozarthaus at discounted rates.
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Depending on the option selected, get unlimited access to Vienna’s public transport network – effortlessly ride on trams, buses, S-bahn, and metros.
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Book one pass and forego the hassle of buying multiple tickets. Breeze past ticketing queues and save valuable time with a handy mobile pass.
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Get a 24/48/72-hour or 7-day pass and enjoy a hassle-free sightseeing experience at a flexible pace.
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Explore the city of Vienna as you circle the famous Ringstrasse and visit the most famous tourist sights in the city.
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Marvel at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace.
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Don’t worry about waiting in long lines to enter the Palace.
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Enjoy a guided tour of all the State Rooms inside the Palace.
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Upgrade your tickets to a 1, 2, 3, or 6 days Vienna Pass and enjoy fast-track admission into 70+ attractions with a free guidebook and city map.
More details
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Explore the city of Vienna as you circle the famous Ringstrasse and visit the most famous tourist sights in the city.
-
Marvel at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace.
-
Don’t worry about waiting in long lines to enter the Palace.
-
Enjoy a guided tour of all the State Rooms inside the Palace.
-
Upgrade your tickets to a 1, 2, 3, or 6 days Vienna Pass and enjoy fast-track admission into 70+ attractions with a free guidebook and city map.
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Get the royal treatment on this exclusive 2-hour tour of the Schönbrunn Palace with up to 8 participants, ensuring a personalized experience.
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Dodge the crowds with your skip-the-line ticket, diving straight into Habsburg history as you explore about 22 extravagant state rooms.
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Your licensed guide, a walking encyclopedia of Habsburg trivia, brings to life the tales of Maria Theresa, Franz Joseph, and Sisi, enhancing your tour.
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The palace tour doesn't end indoors; follow your guide into the Gardens, a 1.2 square kilometer outdoor museum filled with Baroque statues and fountains.
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Fun fact: The world's oldest existing zoo, founded in 1752, Tiergarten Schönbrunn, is located on the palace grounds.
More details
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Get the royal treatment on this exclusive 2-hour tour of the Schönbrunn Palace with up to 8 participants, ensuring a personalized experience.
-
Dodge the crowds with your skip-the-line ticket, diving straight into Habsburg history as you explore about 22 extravagant state rooms.
-
Your licensed guide, a walking encyclopedia of Habsburg trivia, brings to life the tales of Maria Theresa, Franz Joseph, and Sisi, enhancing your tour.
-
The palace tour doesn't end indoors; follow your guide into the Gardens, a 1.2 square kilometer outdoor museum filled with Baroque statues and fountains.
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Fun fact: The world's oldest existing zoo, founded in 1752, Tiergarten Schönbrunn, is located on the palace grounds.
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About Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburgs, is one of Vienna’s most treasured landmarks. Tour gilded Rococo staterooms, stroll through vast Baroque gardens lined with sculptures and fountains, and enjoy unique experiences like classical concerts in historic halls or a visit to the world’s oldest zoo. Whether you’re drawn by imperial history, family fun, or peaceful green spaces, Schönbrunn promises a full day of discovery in Austria’s capital.
Schönbrunn Palace boasts 1,441 rooms, but only 45 are open to the public, each preserved with original 18th-century furnishings.
The palace gardens have been open to the public since 1779, making them one of Europe’s oldest continuously accessible royal parks.
Schönbrunn Zoo, founded in 1752, remains the oldest continuously operating zoo in the world.
Six-year-old Mozart famously performed for Empress Maria Theresa in the Hall of Mirrors at Schönbrunn in 1762.
Schönbrunn Palace was the birthplace of Emperor Franz Joseph I, who ruled Austria for nearly 68 years.
Schönbrunn’s Neptune Fountain aligns perfectly with the Gloriette, creating a grand central axis through the gardens.
The palace Orangery is one of the largest in Europe, still used for wintering citrus trees and hosting concerts.
Why visit Schönbrunn Palace?
Plan your visit
Main entrance (Ehrenhof Gate)
Situated at the grand Ehrenhof courtyard on Schönbrunn Palace Street, this is the main gateway to all palace tours and ticketed attractions. Just a 5-minute walk from the Schönbrunn U-Bahn (U4) station, it offers full wheelchair accessibility with wide, step-free paths and ramps. Here you’ll find the ticket counters, security checks, and the main visitor information desk, making it the ideal starting point for your visit.
Orangery entrance
Situated on the eastern side of the palace complex, near the Schönbrunn Orangery, this entrance is ideal for guests attending evening concerts or arriving by tour bus. It is also wheelchair accessible, with level access and proximity to the parking garage and drop-off area.
Gardens entrance (Hietzinger Tor)
Found at the western edge of the palace grounds, this entrance leads directly into the public gardens and is perfect for those coming from Hietzing or visiting the Palm House and Desert House. The gate is step-free and suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. It’s a popular access point for locals and families enjoying the park.
- Last entry to all attractions is permitted up to 45 minutes before closing.
- The Palace Park gates open at 6:30am year-round, with free entry during opening hours, which range from 5:30pm between November and February to 9pm from June to August.
- The Children’s Museum at Schönbrunn Palace is open daily from 10am to 5pm.
- Special attractions like the Privy Garden, the Orangery Garden, and the Maze are open from 9:30am to 5:30pm between April and June, until 6:30pm from July to August, and from 9:30am to 5:30pm between September and October.
A complimentary cloak room is available near the main entrance for coats and small items.
Lockers are available for storing small bags and personal items. Large suitcases are not accepted.
Audio guides are included with most palace tickets and available in over 16 languages.
Souvenir shops are located in the main entrance area and near the gardens, offering gifts and memorabilia.
The Children's Museum and maze area provide interactive play spaces for kids.
Dining outlets, including cafés and restaurants, are available throughout the palace grounds and gardens.
Toilets are located at the main entrance, in the gardens, and near major attractions such as the zoo and Palm House.
Paid parking is available at the Arrivals Center near the Orangery. Spaces are limited during peak times.
ATMs are available near the main entrance and ticket pavilion.
A first aid station is located within the palace grounds for minor medical needs.
Wheelchairs are available to borrow at the main entrance. Please inquire at the information desk.
The palace tour route is wheelchair accessible. Staff can assist with alternate routes where stairs are present.
Strollers are allowed in the gardens and most public areas. Some indoor attractions may require strollers to be left at the entrance.
Mobility vehicles and the Panorama Train are available for easier access to the gardens and Gloriette hill.
Elevator access is provided for the palace tour. Please ask staff for assistance if needed.
Service animals are welcome throughout the palace and gardens.
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