Austria Vienna Hietzing Palace

Schönbrunn Palace

About

Schönbrunn Palace, a magnificent Baroque palace and UNESCO World Heritage site, offers visitors a rich experience of imperial history and stunning architecture. Inside the palace, you can explore 45 opulent rooms, including the Imperial Apartments where Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi lived, the dazzling Hall of Mirrors adorned with Rococo paintings, and beautifully decorated salons like the Blue Chinese Salon and the Great Gallery. Beyond the palace, the vast gardens feature architectural and natural highlights such as the Gloriette, a triumphal arch on a hilltop offering panoramic views of Vienna and home to a charming café. The gardens also include the Neptune Fountain, Roman Ruin, Obelisk Fountain, and the Privy Garden with its formal flower beds. Visitors can wander through the beautifully maintained maze and labyrinth or visit the Orangery, which houses exotic plants and hosts classical concerts. The Schönbrunn Zoo, the oldest continuously operating zoo in the world, is located on the palace grounds and is home to diverse animal species. Together, palace, gardens, and attractions provide a comprehensive glimpse into Habsburg imperial life and leisure.

Vienna Austria

Location

Schönbrunn Palace is located in the Hietzing district, the 13th district of Vienna, at Schönbrunner Schlossstraße 47, 1130 Vienna, Austria. The palace is easily accessible by public transport, with the U4 metro line stopping at Schönbrunn station right by the palace. Nearby tram lines 10 and 60, as well as bus line 10A, also serve the area, and Hietzing train station is about a 10-minute walk away. The palace is surrounded by its vast Baroque gardens, which include the impressive Gloriette, offering panoramic views of Vienna. Within the grounds, visitors can explore the world’s oldest zoo, the Schönbrunn Zoo, the Palm House and Desert House with exotic plant collections, and the Imperial Carriage Museum. The park features ornate fountains like the Neptune Fountain and the Roman Ruin, as well as a maze and a Japanese garden. The nearby Hietzing district offers charming shops and restaurants, while the palace’s location about 3 miles from Vienna’s historic center makes it a perfect blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty.