Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn)
4.8
Vienna3-4 hours
Imperial summer palace and gardens
About
Schönbrunn Palace is a magnificent, 1,441-room Baroque complex that served as the primary summer residence of the Habsburg monarchs. Surrounded by formal geometric gardens, grand fountains, and a neoclassical monument perched on a hill, the estate offers a breathtaking window into the opulent lives of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
The Grand Apartments
Walk through the lavishly decorated private rooms of the imperial family.
02
The Gloriette
Climb to the neoclassical arch at the top of the hill for panoramic views over the palace.
03
The Great Palm House
Explore a historic, nineteenth-century iron and glass greenhouse filled with exotic plants.
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Tickets must be booked online in advance to secure a specific entry time slot
- •Walking through the vast palace park and formal gardens is completely free of charge
- •The Grand Tour ticket option covers more rooms and offers a much better historical overview
