Schönbrunn Palace Tour
Schönbrunn Palace Tour 63,- Two Hours Inclusive Certified guide, admission tickets to the castle and the Crown Prince Garden BOOK NOW Overview Guided tour: Schönbrunn
Certified guide,
admission tickets to the castle
and the Crown Prince Garden
Belvedere Palace in Vienna is one of Austria’s most important sights – second only to Schönbrunn. Together with Vienna’s city center, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts millions of visitors every year.
The magnificent palace complex was built in the early 18th century by the famous Baroque architect Lucas von Hildebrandt for the military commander Prince Eugene of Savoy, who went down in history as one of Europe’s greatest military strategists. The complex consists of the Upper and Lower Belvedere, connected by a magnificent garden.
Today, the Belvedere houses one of Europe’s most important art museums. The Austrian Gallery Belvedere displays masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the present day, including Gustav Klimt’s world-famous painting “The Kiss”, as well as works by Egon Schiele, Oskar Kokoschka, Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller, and many others.
The Belvedere is also steeped in political history: the Austrian State Treaty was signed in the Marble Hall of the Upper Belvedere in 1955 – a historic moment that marked the end of the post-war occupation.
The Austrian Belvedere Gallery is now home to Gustav Klimt’s major works and, of course, his most famous painting, “The Kiss.” Visitors from all over the world queue for hours to admire Klimt’s golden paintings. The museum displays Austrian art from the Middle Ages to the present day. Everything from Baroque to Classicism, Biedermeier, Art Nouveau, Expressionism, and Modernism can be found here.
The Upper Belvedere was once the venue for magnificent receptions and courtly festivities. Today, it houses the highlights of the collection, including the iconic painting “The Kiss” by Gustav Klimt, one of the most famous works of art in the world. The striking green domes of the façade are symbolic of Ottoman tents – an architectural reference to Prince Eugene’s victories over the Ottoman Empire.
The magnificent Marble Hall is the heart of the Upper Belvedere. It was here that the State Treaty was signed in 1955, restoring Austria’s sovereignty and neutrality. The windows offer the famous Canaletto view of Vienna, inspired by the Venetian painter Bernardo Bellotto. Historical reality and artistic imagination come together here in a unique way.
The Gardens of the Belvedere connect the Upper and Lower Palaces and are among the most beautiful Baroque gardens in Europe. Terraces, fountains, hedges, and sculptures create an ideal backdrop for walks, photos, and relaxation in the middle of the city. Council Chamber back.
Tour Days: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Meeting Point:
Prinz-Eugen-Straße, in front of the entrance
📞 Phone: +43 664 5544 315
📧 Email: info@goodviennatours.eu
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Great free tour (paid through tips) Monalisa was an excellent guide, informative, interesting and amusing. It’s a great way to see the key sights and learn a little as you go. We especially appreciated Lisa’s passion when discussing the difficult topic of Nazi annexation.
Fantastic experience. Dieter our guide was exceptional. Though I had booked this walking tour i was a bit hesitant when I learned It was a two and a half hour walk. However I am so glad I went as Dieter is extremely knowledgeable - think of a history professor showing you the sights and explaining it's relevance to that period. He also provides sit down slots as he talks . I could have gone on an for another hour.
Excellent introduction to the complex story of Austria and Nazism My wife and I wanted to do a walking tour that would take us outside the usual tourist spots and give us more insight into life in Vienna before and during WW2. We also wanted to hear from a Viennese resident how Austrians were impacted by, participated in and have subsequently addressed Nazism in Austria.
Highly recommend! Excellent all around. Our guide Franz Josef (not the Emperor) was highly knowledgeable, engaging and humorous. I do not think that the Schonbrunn Palace can be sufficiently appreciated without a good guide. And we heartily endorse and recommend this particular tour service.
Breathtaking place, worth the money to visit. It was difficult to locate our group. Luckily the guide phone me and we were able to connect.
Excellent Best guide we have ever had! Entertaining, not too long, extremely experienced.
Fascinating tour with a very considerate guide. My daughter and I really enjoyed this tour. Dieter was clearly very knowledgeable on the subject and could answer any questions that were asked. It was a very hot and sunny afternoon and he made sure that we found shady spots before he would give us more information. He also made sure that we had plenty of stops near water fountains so we could refill our water bottles. Dieter was also concerned that everybody crossed roads safely and were aware and could avoid hazards from bike lanes. The headsets we had occasionally lost connection so we always tried to stay close to the guide so we didn't miss anything he was saying.
Schonbrunn Palace - history and Opulence combined Outstanding tour of a magnificent palace - if you love history this was a great tour. Guide was very knowledgeable and small group allowed lots of questions and answers . Highly recommended
Schonnbrunn Palace Tour Bridget was a fantastic guide- organised, funny, knowledgeable and efficient! My teenager, 21 year old and I, really enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend it to others.
Schönbrunn Palace Tour The Schönbrunn Palace tour in Vienna is spectacular. Very important to book ahead of time since it is likely the most popular tourist attraction in Vienna. Our tour guide Volker expertly related to us the fascinating history of the Hapsburg dynasty with a particular focus on Maria Theresia and Emporer Franz-Joseph who commissioned the building of the palace in the 18th century to rival Versailles. The opulence, beauty, decadence, and intricate craftsmanship on display are unrivaled. Easy to see how their excessive tastes and demands bankrupted Austria. 5️s for the tour and Volker!
A stunning must-see! Loved our tour through the stunning grounds and palace buildings of Schönbrunn. Was interesting to learn about the history of the palace and its matriarch, Maria Theresa. We literally spent all day exploring the vast gardens and enjoying all that Schönbrunn has to offer. A must-see when visiting Vienna.
Outstanding Tour Guide It was an extremely hot day. Tour started at 2:30p. We were a little worried about how this was going to work because it is a walking tour. Ziggy our guide was wonderful! She walked us to the shade and indoor spaces when possible. She pointed out where we could get water. She was absolutely brilliant and passionate ate on the topic and delivered a thoughtful history lesson on the dark issues that everyone understood. We bumped into her on the street after the tour. She recognized us and we had another chat she even brought us to the cathedral to show us one more thing. I cannot say enough about this tour. One of our favorites.
A must for Vienna visitors Andy was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. It was a very warm day, so he tried to find shady areas to tell us of the upcoming sights.
Great tour and worth going. Lisa was our tour guide. She was amazing. I highly recommend her. She is very knowledgeable, easy to understand and make it interesting and fun.
Interesting insight into Hapsburg dynasty Knowledgeable guide offering insight into Hapsburg dynasty
Excellent Tour. A Must Do! The guide was excellent. Informative and interesting without too much overload. Great overview from a guide who was passionate about her job.
Nice guided tour Our tour guide Bridget is knowledgeable and humorous, making the tour quite enjoyable. The garden is amazing- you can easily spend hours wondering around
Just AMAZING!!! This tour was unforgettable! The palace is amazing and well as the gardens. A must fo tour while in Vienna
An amazing look at Austrian history Great tour with a wonderful guide Tony. History comes alive in this stunning home. Gardens are worth a visit and definitely climb the hill for a fab view of Vienna.
An art and history tour with an enthusiastic tour guid It's a nice place to visit if you are interested in art and history. Our tour guide, Raffa, was a very enthusiastic guy who is really knowledgeable about the history. With, hist charming Italian accent, he threw some jokes here and that makes the history lesson more entertaining. He was also able to connect the whole tour together so that you feel it as a whole single story (not just separate rooms that we are visiting).
The visit so far was amazing and our tour guide Micheal was very good and explained stuff in a way we could understand. We would rate this 5 out of 5 because we learned a lot of things about Austrian history
Thank you, Dieter. Dieter did a terrific job of identifying significant sites and explaining the historical and social perspectives. He was clear, precise, and informative.
Understand the significance of historical events and their link to the present Dieter was a very knowledgeable and considerate guide. I appreciated his explanations of historical events linked with the places they occurred. Exceptional value for money!
Lots of walking, beautiful sites, beginner friendly Our tour guide was great, you could tell she didn't like the heat so the outdoor parts felt rushed but there is a lot to see and behold outside. The inside apartments are where she excelled, and Schonbrunn provides a lot to take in; the apartments and the history revealed were interesting for both a novice and an expert! Everyone especially first-timers should book this tour!
Great guide Andy, the guide was absolutely brilliant! He covered all the important pieces of the museum and clearly knows a lot about the history of art. Would definitely recommend.
Excellent guide-Andy! Andy (Andreas) is an excellent guide who is truly passionate about art and his work. Highly recommended!
Lovely tour Michael was an excellent guide from start to finish. He explained everything so clearly and made the whole experience incredibly enjoyable. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and friendly manner meant that everyone in the group could follow along easily, no matter their level of experience. You could tell he genuinely cared about making the tour memorable, and he created such a relaxed atmosphere that it was impossible not to enjoy yourself. I would happily join another tour with him again.
Great way to see Schönbrunn Andy was a great guide - very knowledgeable and helpful. He was very considerate and kept us all in the shade when he could (we went during the heat wave!). The palace is beautiful. The tour takes about 2hrs. The tickets are a little pricy but it is an expensive place to go to and the little extra you pay for the guide is worth it. It’s much better hearing it all from a person, rather than an audio guide.
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