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Schönbrunn Palace
UNESCO world culture heritage
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Description
Schönbrunn Palace is one of the most important cultural assets in Austria and has been one of the most important sights in Vienna since the 1960s.
The former summer residence of the Habsburgs was originally built at the end of the 17th century. commissioned by Emperor Leopold I from the baroque architect Fischer von Erlach as a hunting lodge and almost 50 years later redesigned in the rococo style as the summer residence of Maria Theresa. Only at the end of the 19th century. It was made by Franz Joseph, who in Schönbrunn was born and died, inhabited all year round.
Today, the castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historical significance, its unique complex and magnificent furnishings.
GRAND TOUR
Forty rooms - forty fascinating stories from three centuries: You will see the state rooms and private apartments of the imperial couple Franz Joseph and Elisabeth as well as the lavish splendor of the Great Gallery, the Far Eastern charm of the Chinese cabinets and the magnificent Ceremony Hall. This tour also takes you through the exquisite rooms from the time of Maria Theresa, including the "Millions Room", known for its precious rosewood paneling, and the Gobelin Salon with its exquisite Brussels tapestries.
Open all year!
Admission per person (Grand Tour with audio guide): EUR 32,-
Children 6-18 years: EUR 23,-
Code: WIENXSS GTA
The former summer residence of the Habsburgs was originally built at the end of the 17th century. commissioned by Emperor Leopold I from the baroque architect Fischer von Erlach as a hunting lodge and almost 50 years later redesigned in the rococo style as the summer residence of Maria Theresa. Only at the end of the 19th century. It was made by Franz Joseph, who in Schönbrunn was born and died, inhabited all year round.
Today, the castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historical significance, its unique complex and magnificent furnishings.
GRAND TOUR
Forty rooms - forty fascinating stories from three centuries: You will see the state rooms and private apartments of the imperial couple Franz Joseph and Elisabeth as well as the lavish splendor of the Great Gallery, the Far Eastern charm of the Chinese cabinets and the magnificent Ceremony Hall. This tour also takes you through the exquisite rooms from the time of Maria Theresa, including the "Millions Room", known for its precious rosewood paneling, and the Gobelin Salon with its exquisite Brussels tapestries.
Open all year!
Admission per person (Grand Tour with audio guide): EUR 32,-
Children 6-18 years: EUR 23,-
Code: WIENXSS GTA