Guided Tours

Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Name: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Start: 2024-10-11T15:10:00
End: 2024-10-11T17:40:00
Location: Vienna

Schönbrunn Palace facade with tourists in Vienna, Austria, during a guided tour.

Schönbrunn Palace exterior with tourists in Vienna during skip-the-line guided tour.

Schönbrunn Palace exterior with tourists in Vienna, Austria, during skip-the-line guided tour.

Skip the lines and explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site on this guided tour. Get a glimpse of royalty as you explore the palace and its gardens.

Highlights

With skip-the-line entry, explore Schönbrunn Palace's chambers and gardens on a guided tour, diving into the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your guide brings the 24 imperial State Rooms' art and architecture to life, revealing stories of the Habsburg dynasty.
Explore the private apartments of Maria Theresa, including the grand Great Gallery and the captivating Carousel Room.
Uncover stories of the Habsburg dynasty as you explore the State Rooms and their exquisite artwork with a guide speaking your language.
Fun fact: Schönbrunn has been featured in several films, including the James Bond movie The Living Daylights.

Inclusions

2.5-hour guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens
Skip-the-line entry
English, German, French, Spanish or Italian-speaking licensed guide (based on option selected)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

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Stacy

4/5

Oct, 2024

It was a good overall view of the palace if you dont have a lot of time (more then 3 hrs) to explore on your own. It wasnt a wow though, finding the tour was not easy (no clear signs of where to go) ans you reallt just see the basics of the palace and a portion of the gardens.

Bärbel

5/5

Oct, 2024

Our visit to Schönbrunn was made into an unforgettable excursion by the very engaging tour guide Katharina Mölk. The nice anecdotes made the tour very entertaining and amusing. Many thanks for that. Bärbel &Norbert

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Markus

5/5

Oct, 2024

Our tour guide was exceptional. He gave us a very entertaining tour with very pleasing detailed knowledge and lots of nice anecdotes. Many thanks again for this.

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Adelheid

4/5

Sep, 2024

The castle itself and the parks. Our guide let us experience the history of the Habsburgs at first hand. His explanations were interesting and sometimes peppered with humor.

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Linda

3/5

Sep, 2024

I train guides, he was alright but could be better, I found his insensitivity to other cultures or maybe its cultural thing or an issue with language. Joking is ok, but read your group before starting inappropriate remarks that may not be well received by members of your cultural diversified group. I shrugged it off most times but other times it upset me.

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Your experience

Dive into Austria's history

Bypass the queues and delve into Vienna's imperial past on a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace. Your guide will bring the State Rooms to life, using the artwork and architecture to weave tales of the Habsburg dynasty, who ruled Austria for centuries. Imagine yourself walking in the footsteps of Empress Sisi as you explore her private apartments, including the Great Gallery and the Carousel Room. Envision lavish courtly events held in the State Rooms, their high ceilings and crystal chandeliers whispering stories of a bygone era.

Explore beyond the palace walls

Step outside and stroll through the French-style gardens. Dominating the landscape opposite the palace is the majestic Neptune Fountain, a display of Roman mythology sculpted in white marble. Keep an eye out for the Roman Ruin and the Obelisk, both architectural follies that showcase the playful side of Habsburg opulence. Atop a hill overlooking the palace lies the Gloriette, a triumphal arch boasting panoramic views of Vienna. Choose the tour in your choice of language, offering a personalized experience.

Know before you go

What to bring

Bring along a pair of sunglasses, a hat, comfortable shoes, a light jacket or sweater for the evenings, and binoculars.
You can also carry some books, games or small toys for the children as the gardens are large.

What's not allowed

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.

Accessibility

This tour is not accessible to cyclists. It is recommended to leave your bicycles behind.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

The weather here tends to bring unexpected twists. Dress in layers for adaptable comfort.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.