Explore Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens: Private 2.5-hour Guided Tour

Renowned for its exquisite architecture, stunning gardens, and rich history, the Schönbrunn Palace is an absolute Austrian gem and a must-do on your visit to Vienna. This former summer residence of the Habsburg imperial family was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and you will feel like you travel back in time to the days of the Habsburg Monarchy.

On your private tour of Schönbrunn Palace, you will:

• Discover the opulence and grandeur of this imperial residence with tickets included with access to over 40 rooms;
• Admire the palace's magnificent State Rooms, where you'll immerse yourself in the splendour of the Imperial Monarchy and marvel at the opulence of the imperial lifestyle; 
• Explore rooms filled with lavish decorations, intricate details, and impressive masterpieces on the walls and ceilings;
• Visit the private apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and Sisi, and hear fascinating insights about their lives and the historical context of their reign;
• Walk along the Great Gallery, a breathtaking room embellished with gold decorations, antique furnishings, and artworks from the Habsburg collection which became a hub of Vienna's artistic and musical scene;
• Explore the apartments of Maria Theresa, the only female ruler of the Habsburg dynasty;
• discover a wealth of history and beauty, from the Blue Chinese Salon to the tapestry-draped Gobelin Salon and the porcelain-filled room;
• End your tour at the Palace Gardens, a stunning example of Baroque landscaping carefully maintained for centuries, making them one of the most iconic and historic gardens in Europe.

Your private tour starts with the best of the imperial experience including experiencing what life would have been like as a guest of Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife, Elisabeth. Your guide will take you through the best of the Rococo State Rooms in the palace, and the 22 rooms the emperor’s family occupied, and see the wide variety of furnishings and styles enjoyed by the royal family. 

As you walk through the Great Gallery, your guide will show you the best of its antiquities, including the Chinese Cabinets, and the magnificent Hall of Ceremonies. Your tour continues into the part of the castle where the Hapsburgs’ only female ruler, Maria Theresa, lived in the 18th century. 

You’ll see the Blue Chinese Salon, the tapestry-draped Gobelin Salon, the Porcelain Room, and many others. After, your guide will take you to the Palace Gardens and show you the highlights, including the impressive fountains, sculptures, and manicured lawns, before leaving you to further explore at your leisure.