Schönbrunn Palace

A visit to Schönbrunn Palace is only possible with a pre-booked time slot. Book your time slot online and receive your ticket for the palace. At the palace entrance, all you need to do is scan your ticket with the time slot. Do not scan your Vienna PASS or Vienna FLEXI Pass here.

How to Reserve Your Time Slot

To visit Schönbrunn Palace, you must book a time slot in advance at https://timeslot.schoenbrunn-group.com.

Here’s how to make a reservation

• Select the appropriate pass (Vienna PASS or Vienna FLEXI Pass)
• Enter your card number (If you have multiple passes, click the “+” below the card number field and enter the additional card numbers)
• Select the desired attraction and the corresponding date/time slot

Download Tickets

• Once your booking is complete, you can download the tickets immediately or access them later via the booking confirmation email.
• You can present the tickets as e-tickets on your smartphone or as a printed copy at the entrance.

Upgrade to the Palace Ticket
The State Apartments Tour is included in the Vienna PASS and Vienna FLEXI Pass. You can upgrade to the Palace Ticket when reserving your time slot. To book the upgrade, simply click “Upgrade.”
Important: The upgrade costs approximately €10.00. The price will be displayed during the booking process.
Note on Activation
If you book a time slot for a future date, the pass will be activated on that date (provided you have not yet visited any other attractions).
If you book a time slot for the same day, your pass will be activated at that time.
Important Notes
Please note that you cannot change the selected time slot after completing the reservation.

Please note that Schönbrunn Palace is one of Vienna’s most popular attractions, and visitor traffic is particularly heavy during peak travel season and on holidays.
Therefore, be sure to reserve your desired time slot in advance. Once the reservation is complete, the time slot cannot be changed. Please arrive at the palace on time and scan your ticket at the entrance; you will receive this ticket after reserving your time slot.

Directions

Public Transportation
Subway: U4 Schönbrunn
Tram: 10, 52, 60 Schönbrunn Palace
Bus: 10A Schönbrunn Palace
HOP ON HOP OFF
Stop: Schönbrunn Palace (yellow line)

- There were an impressive 1,441 rooms in the Schönbrunn Palace, each with a different style

- Young Mozart gave his very first concert at the age of six to Empress Maria Theresa in the resplendent Mirror Room

- An inventory of the palace gardens in 1900 counted 25,000 orchids of 1,500 different species which held the record as the largest collection in Europe at that time

- Empress Maria Theresa and Emperor Franz Stephan of Lorraine had sixteen children! Eleven daughters and five sons…

Is a visit to Schönbrunn Palace worth it?

Schönbrunn Palace is the most visited attraction in Vienna for good reason. Even from the outside, the palace is a highlight of any visit to Vienna, but inside it is even more impressive. The magnificent rooms allow visitors to immerse themselves in times gone by and experience the luxury of the imperial court of that era.

Is Schönbrunn Palace suitable for children?

Yes, Schönbrunn Palace is also great for children. Older children and teenagers can explore the magnificent rooms with their many details and listen to exciting stories about the imperial family with the audio guide. For younger children ages 3–12, a visit to the Children’s Museum is also a great option; there, children are allowed to touch and try things out.

Is Schönbrunn Palace included in the Vienna PASS / Vienna FLEXI Pass?

The Vienna PASS and Vienna FLEXI Pass include the Schönbrunn Palace State Apartments Tour. An optional upgrade, available for an additional fee, can be booked to include access to additional rooms in the palace.

What is the best time of year to visit Schönbrunn Palace?

The castle is open to visitors year-round. On holidays and around holidays, visitor traffic can be heavy, so be sure to reserve a time slot for your visit to the castle well in advance. Some attractions within the castle grounds are closed during the winter months due to weather conditions. If you are interested in these attractions, please check in advance.

What's the best time of day to arrive for admission?

Reserve your preferred time slot in advance and arrive at the castle on time. Once the admission time for your reserved time slot has passed, your ticket will expire.

Are there set admission times or time slots at Schönbrunn Palace?

Yes, please reserve a time slot in advance.

How much time should you set aside for a visit to Schönbrunn?

A visit to Schönbrunn Palace takes about 1–2 hours, depending on whether you take the State Apartments Tour or have purchased an upgrade. Depending on your interests, you may want to set aside more time to visit the palace gardens. For example, the walk up to the Gloriette, which offers a view, can also take about an hour.
If you also want to visit the Tiergarten, you should definitely plan a full day for the palace and the palace gardens.

What are some good cafes and restaurants near Schönbrunn Palace?

There are several cafés and restaurants on the grounds of Schönbrunn Palace and in the palace park. For example, visit Gerstner K. u. K. Hofzuckerbäcker in the Ehrenhof and enjoy an apple strudel or a selection of Viennese dishes.  At Café Pavillon, near the Meidlinger Gate, you can enjoy the idyllic setting of the palace gardens while dining. The Tirolergarten restaurant, located near the Tiergarten, also treats you to Austrian cuisine. For a special view and atmosphere while enjoying a cup of coffee, head to Café Gloriette in the Gloriette.

Please note that the attractions in the Palace gardens are closed during the winter month (mid November to mid March). Please check the seasonal opening hours.