Schönbrunn Palace is one of Austria's most important cultural assets and has been one of the most important sights in Vienna since the 1960s. In December 1996, on the occasion of the 20th session of the World Heritage Committee, Schönbrunn Palace was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List, which was established in 1972. The inscription on this globally renowned list confirms the importance of the palace and the entire garden complex as a Baroque synthesis of the arts.
In the originally furnished imperial state rooms and living quarters, you will gain an insight into how Maria Theresa, Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth, also known as Sisi, once resided.
The former summer residence of the Habsburgs was originally commissioned by Emperor Leopold I from the Baroque architect Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach as a hunting lodge at the end of the 17th century and redesigned almost 50 years later in the Rococo style as Maria Theresa's summer residence. It was not until the end of the 19th century that Franz Joseph, who was born and died at Schönbrunn, lived there all year round.
Discover the private apartments of the imperial couple Franz Joseph & Sisi and the precious rooms from the time of Maria Theresa. The large gallery, Empress Elisabeth's toilet room, the Marie Antoinette Room, the Porcelain Room and many other highlights.
Imperial Tour
As a guest of Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife Elisabeth. Explore the unforgettable splendor of the Great Gallery, the Far Eastern charm of the Chinese Cabinets and see for yourself the modesty of the emperor's private rooms on the Imperial Tour.
Grand Tour
Fascinating stories from three centuries await you! In addition to the rooms of the Imperial Tour, the Grand Tour takes you to the Ceremonial Hall, later called the Million Room because of its precious rosewood paneling, and the Tapestry Salon with its exquisite Brussels tapestries.
Highlight Tour
Follow in the exclusive footsteps of Maria Theresa and experience the glamorous world of the empress: from the Lantern Room to the Hunting Room, every room is a fascinating journey into the past.
Selected Highlight Tour
An exclusive view of Maria Theresa's private apartments with the famous, exotic lamdschaft paintings by Johann Wenzel Bergl. The empress's state rooms on the Beletage - the Great and Small Galleries, the Carousel Room and the Ceremonial Hall - complete your visit.
Private tours
Create a very special memory with a private tour of Schönbrunn Palace: whether for a group or for an exclusive business client, this tour will be the highlight of your visit to Vienna.
Evening tours
Away from the crowds, when the castle is closed to official visitors, you can experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site in a completely different way and in its most authentic form.
Accompaniment by a guide is obligatory and included in the price in the desired language
An evening at Schönbrunn
The magnificent Orangery provides a stylish setting for the exquisite musical performances of the Schönbrunn Palace Orchestra. The concerts are perfectly framed by either a guided tour of the palace or a dinner in a restaurant within walking distance of the palace, or both.
