Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Austria  /  Vienna Region  /  Vienna  /  Schonbrunn Palace

Schonbrunn Palace, Vienna

4.6

#1 of 3,942 in Things to do in Austria

Castle Architectural Building Must See

• ©
• ©
• ©
• © +7
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©
• ©

A former residence of the Habsburg monarchs, Schonbrunn Palace reflects centuries of imperial Austrian history. Emperor Leopold I commissioned the palace at the end of the 17th century, but it was not for another 50 years that the palace became a focal point of court life, playing host to many European statesmen. The gardens are landscaped according to Baroque standards, forming a unit with the palace, and remain almost unchanged since the 1700s. The grounds include the oldest zoo in the world, Schonbrunn Zoo, home to more than 700 species of animals. You can explore the 1,441-room palace by purchasing a ticket; you'll find many different ticket options, which vary according to how many rooms you want to visit. Whichever option you choose, you'll follow an audio guide through the Rococo-styled rooms, listening to the stories related to each. To visit Schonbrunn Palace on your trip to Vienna, use our Vienna online day trip planner .

more less

Create an itinerary including Schonbrunn Palace

Start planning

Unable to display map at this time. Please try again later.

© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Schonbrunn Palace Reviews

Rate this attraction

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

41,213 reviews

Google

4.7

facebook

4.7

146,784 likes

• By Mônica F

  Lindo palácio com imensa área ajardinada. Um ótimo local para passar o dia e apreciar a sua beleza! Fácil acesso de metrô.  more »

  Beautiful palace with immense garden area. A great place to spend the day and enjoy its beauty! Easy metro access.
  View original
• By AdrianaRovinj

  It’s a beautiful place. Bought the tickets online, went in around 12:00 it wasn’t crowded at all. Took the grand tour with the audio guide. No photos allowed. After you’re done with the tour take a wa...  more »

View more on TripAdvisor »

Google

• By Zrinko Šalek

  Absolutely amazing. Love visiting Vienna as well as Schönbrunn Palace all year long. Each season is special for it's own reason! You simply travel back in time. I must admire as well the gardens. Either for a romantic walk or for running. To conclude, it's something that you shouldn't miss while in Vienna.

  more less
• By Julie R.

  I really loved this place. There is definitely a lot to see, definitely worth the money. We spent there half of day. Loved what we saw. On top of it there is the zoo really close. I was impressed how clean and green was everything around. There is a huge park as well. Pretty much a forest. You can buy a ticket offer online. And visit 3 palaces with that offer. You won't regret it!

  more less

View more on Google »

Places to stay near Schonbrunn Palace

Plan your trip to Vienna

• Get a personalized plan

  A complete day-by-day itinerary
  based on your preferences

• Customize it

  Refine your plan. We'll find the
  best routes and schedules

• Book it

  Choose from the best hotels
  and activities. Up to 50% off

• Manage it

  Everything in one place.
  Everyone on the same page.