Schoenbrunn Palace Tours & Tickets

Schonbrunn Palace is open daily, even on public holidays. If you would like to avoid queues at the ticket office, pre-book an online ticket.

• 1 April to 30 June – 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
• 1 July to 31 August – 8:00 am to 6:30 pm
• 1 September to 31 October – 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
• 1 November to 31 March – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Ticket sales start at 8:00 am and admission to the display room starts at 8:00 am. Last admission to all attractions is 45 minutes before closing time. We regret that dogs cannot be taken into either the Palace or the Park.

There are several ways to get to the Schonbrunn Palace. For those who would like to take public transport, there are three options:

• Bus – 10A and get off at Schonbrunn
• Trams – 10 and 60 and get off at Schonbrunn
• Underground – U4 and get off at Schonbrunn
• Train – Westbahnhof, take the westbound tram line No.60 and alight at Schonbrunn

Station Meidling, take the northbound U6 underground line and alight at Langenfeldgasse, then change to Westbound U4 underground at alight at Schonbrunn

The Schonbrunn Palace is one of the most important structures in Austria and millions of people visit it annually. Any visit to Vienna is incomplete without at least getting a glimpse of the world-renowned palace. It is important that you take some time to plan your trip so that you can make the most of it, enjoy it, and do not spend more than what you need to.

Book your Schonbrunn Palace Tickets in Advance

Book your tickets in advance. Although you can purchase your tickets at the gate, the last thing you want is to spend a long time in the queue, time you could have used exploring the palace to your heart's content. Avoid the crowds by keeping an eye on major events and festivals taking place in Vienna so that you don't have to share your time with them.

Are Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace Tickets Worth it?

Yes, skip-the-line tickets are worth the price. They may cost you more money in the end, but you will find that they are excellent deals. Not having to queue and getting instant access to the palace will save you the time and headache. Take advantage of Vienna attractions tickets and the Vienna pass.

The Best Times to Visit Schonbrunn Palace

Peak season is from April to September and there is a particular spike between July and August. Try to avoid these busy months as the Schonbrunn Palace is always overcrowded, being the top destination in the capital. January and February see the lowest number of visitors and your visit will be much more intimate during this period. March and November could be a good compromise because there is mild weather and thin crowds. Vienna is also a popular destination during the holiday season, so it is not a good decision to come during the second half of December.

Fully Exploring the Schonbrunn Palace with Guided Tours

The Schobrunn Palace is massive and if you really want to get a style of its history, it is best that you opt for guided tours. By joining a guided tour, you get access to the rooms, as well as get their background story from an expert guide or an audio guide. There are various tours to choose from and they are:

• Imperial Tour (22 rooms / 35 minutes)

Adult - €11.50
Children - €8.50

• Grand Tour (40 rooms / 50 minutes)

Adult - €14.50 (with audio guide) or €16.50 (in a group with a guide)
Children - €9.50 (with audio guide) or €11.00 (in a group with a guide)

• Sisi tickets

Adult - €25.50
Children - €15.00

Schonbrunn Palace is massive and its sheer size means you have to do a lot of walking.

• Wear comfortable shoes if you do not want to suffer from blisters, as well as comfortable clothes appropriate for the season. It is important that you decide where to begin your visit so that you can also select the right metro station. Doing so really makes a lot of difference and helps you save your energy for exploration. Also keep in mind that on public transportation is your best friend and on Sundays, children 15 years old and below bus, metro and tram for free.

• If you really want to see the inside of the palace but have a limited budget, the Imperial tour is recommended. The rooms included in this tour are more interesting compared to the others.

• There is virtually no signage within the palace, so take advantage of the audio guides. They can be rented easily.