The Habsburg summer residence with 1,441 rooms, formal gardens climbing to the Gloriette and the world's oldest surviving zoo in its grounds.
Related activities
Coffee house and cake afternoon
Classic Viennese café stop for Sachertorte and melange.
Heuriger wine tavern evening
Young wine and cold buffet at a tavern in the vineyard villages on the city edge.
How to get to Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace sits in Vienna, Austria. Most visitors base themselves in Vienna and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with St Stephen's Cathedral, Belvedere Palace, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
Plan about 4h for a typical visit.
Best time to visit Schönbrunn Palace
For Vienna in general: April to June and September to October; late November for the markets.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Coffee house and cake afternoon, Heuriger wine tavern evening.
Schönbrunn Palace FAQ
How long should I spend at Schönbrunn Palace?
A typical visit takes about 4h.
Where is Schönbrunn Palace?
Schönbrunn Palace is in Vienna, Austria.
When is the best time to visit Schönbrunn Palace?
April to June and September to October; late November for the markets.
What is near Schönbrunn Palace?
Nearby places include St Stephen's Cathedral, Belvedere Palace.
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