Skip-the-line tickets for Schönbrunn Palace and guided tour
Overview
Enjoy a day at Schönbrunn Palace and discover Vienna's imperial heritage during a 2.5-hour guided tour.
Highlights
- Join a small group tour limited to 25 participants
- Save time with skip-the-line tickets to Schönbrunn Palace
- See 24 rooms inside the palace and enjoy commentary in English
- Explore the Palace Gardens, courtyards and Gloriette Hill
See one of Vienna’s top-rated attractions with an expert guide, get exclusive access to the 24 imperial chambers and take a walk through the fabulous palace gardens.
With skip-the-line tickets and a reserved time slot for entry, this small group tour can beat the crowds and get inside Vienna’s most visited attraction without waiting in long queues. An expert guide will take you to the Lantern Room, the Hunting Room and the royal apartments of Empress Maria Theresia. You'll learn more about Maria Theresa, Franz Joseph, Elisabeth (Sisi) and the imperial heritage of the Habsburgs. After a guided tour of the palace interiors, you'll also have the opportunity to explore free parts of the Schönbrunn Palace Gardens, courtyards and Gloriette Hill. Enjoy the views of the palace, the Gloriette, Roman ruins, Palm House, ornate fountains and sculptures, and hear interesting stories about imperial life and hobbies such as gardening and hunting.
What's included
- Guided tour
- Headsets (to hear the guide)
- Skip-the-line tickets
Meeting & pickup
Meet your guide on on the left side of Cafe Gerstner, (not Schlosscafé Schönbrunn by the main gate). You must go to the fountains inside the courtyard and turn left, wait at the pillars on the left and the cafe door on the right.
Additional info
Accessibility:
- This tour may not be fully accessible for individuals with mobility challenges or specific access needs
Not allowed:
- Pets
Know in advance:
- It’s best to arrive 10 minutes early, as latecomers won't be able to join the group or receive a refund
- Tours are conducted only in 1 language, as selected when booking. There will be a maximum of 25 participants
- There is no luggage storage for extra clothing, umbrellas, large bags, scooters, etc
- Skip-the-line tickets to Schonbrunn Palace include timed entry so you don't have to wait in line for your tickets
- Headsets will be provided for groups of 10+ people inside the palace
- Admission to Schonbrunn Gardens is for free parts only. The gardens are not green or lit up in winter, so it’s best to book a morning tour or visit in spring, summer & autumn. In case of extreme weather conditions (such as snow), the gardens will be excluded from the itinerary for the safety of the guests. From November 8th to January 6th, you will have a chance to visit a local Christmas Market instead
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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