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]

AUSTRIA TREND APPARTEMENTHOTEL Rate from: 106.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.9 km, Direction: E The combination of privacy with the service will make a pleasant stay in the hotel for both business and leisure travelers.

ATEL GRAF STADION Rate from: 137.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 3.9 km, Direction: E

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.

ALPHA HOTEL Rate from: 120.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 4 km, Direction: E Situated in one of the must beautiful and charming districts of Vienna, the hotel is perfect for leisure travellers..

MERCURE WIEN SECESSION 3M Rate from: 84.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 4.1 km, Direction: E Cosy and comfortable city hotel with all modern comfort and a very special

BW HOTEL JAEGER Rate from: 96.30  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 4.1 km, Direction: N Cozy atmosphere perfectly suits families, also this hotelis an excellent choice for the business traveler as well.

BW HOTEL ERZHERZOG RAINER Rate from: 72.00  EUR,  Distance from attraction: 4.1 km, Direction: E A traditional, privately owned, first-class hotel located close to the State Opera.