Welcome to Schonbrunn Palace [Schloss Schonbrunn]

The magnificent Baroque Schonbrunn Palace with grandly formal gardens was built for the Habsburgs between 1696 and 1713. The complex has been a summer residence for such personages as Maria Theresa and Napoleon. Kaiser Franz Josef I was born and died here. His ‘office’ (kept as he left it in 1916) is a touching reminder of his spartan life. In contrast, other rooms are filled with truly spectacular imperial elegance. Six-year-old Mozart played here in the Hall of Mirrors for Maria Theresa and the court. The ornate reception areas are still used for state occasions. A guided tour leading through more than 40 of the palace's 1,441 rooms is the best way to see inside the palace.

The French-style gardens, bigger than the principality of Monaco, are a riot of colour in the summer. Hidden away in them you'll find some fake Roman ruins, the exuberant Neptune Fountain (a riotous ensemble from Greek mythology) and the triumphant Gloriette Monument. Also on the grounds is the baroque Schlosstheater (Palace Theater), which stages summer performances. Marie Antoinette appeared on its stage in pastorals during her happy youth. On the west side of the gardens are the Palmenhaus (Palm House), filled with exotic plants, and the Tiergarten (zoo), the world's oldest, dating from 1752. Schmetterlingshaus (Butterfly House) can also be found in the park.

Vienna hotels near Schonbrunn Palace [Schloss Schonbrunn]

HOLIDAY INN SOUTH Rate from: 95.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.3 km, Direction: E You will find the hotel located near the centre, in the southern part of the city.

SAVOY HOTEL Rate from: 92.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.4 km, Direction: E Set in one of the most important areas of Vienna and is within walking distance of the famous Ringstrasse.

ANNO HOF Rate from: 126.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.5 km, Direction: N Charming hotel with a beautiful winter garden, just 2 miles from the city center.

K + K HOTEL MARIA THERESIA Rate from: 135.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.6 km, Direction: E Perfect central location amidst the artists' quarter 'Spittelberg' with its attractive restaurants, galleries and boutiques.

ATEL CORDIAL THEATERHOTEL Rate from: 110.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.8 km, Direction: E

HOTEL DONAUWALZER Rate from: 72.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.8 km, Direction: N Good family owned middle class hotel. All the Viennese sights are easily reachable.

ATEL PENSION ATTACHEE Rate from: 60.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.9 km, Direction: E A small, exclusively furnished pension in the heart of the business and administrative center of Vienna.