Schönbrunn Palace facade with vibrant gardens, Vienna.
Elegant room in Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna, featuring ornate decor and red velvet chairs.
Red tram passing by the Burgtheater in Vienna, Austria.
Tourists exploring a historic street with a guide pointing out landmarks.
Vienna State Opera building on a sunny day during the Schönbrunn & city tour.
Schönbrunn Palace gardens with Gloriette in Vienna, featuring colorful flower beds and fountains.
Ornate ceiling frescoes and chandeliers in Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna.

Schönbrunn Palace and Vienna City Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

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Experience Vienna's rich history and culture with the Schönbrunn Palace and Vienna City Skip-the-Line Guided Tour. This tour begins at Operngasse 8, taking you along Ringstrasse Boulevard to explore beloved landmarks such as the stunning Vienna State Opera, where the famous annual Opera Ball is held. Continue your journey through the city's history by visiting Hofburg Palace—the former winter residence of the imperial family—and enjoy insights into art and nature with stops at the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History.

Explore the city of Vienna as you circle the famous Ringstrasse and visit the most famous tourist sights in the city.

Marvel at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace.

Don’t worry about waiting in long lines to enter the Palace.

Enjoy a guided tour of all the State Rooms inside the Palace.

Upgrade your tickets to a 1, 2, 3, or 6 days Vienna Pass and enjoy fast-track admission into 70+ attractions with a free guidebook and city map.

City tour with Vienna’s most important sights

Skip-the-line entrance to Schönbrunn Palace

Guided tour (available in English, German, or Spanish)

Schönbrunn Palace facade with vibrant gardens, Vienna.

Schönbrunn Palace facade with vibrant gardens, Vienna.

Gear up for an exciting city tour of the scintillating city of Vienna. Begin your tour at Operngasse 8 and head towards the Ringstrasse Boulevard. From here you will pass by many popular landmarks. Start by taking a look at the stunning Vienna State Opera, home to the famous Opera Ball which takes place every year. Next up is the Hofburg Palace, not too far from the Opera. This impressive structure was the former residence of the imperial family during winters and well worth a visit.

Next on your itinerary is the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History. Take your time discovering the unique collections preserved over many centuries. After this, you will head to the Neoclassical Parliament, the iconic Burgtheater, and the City Hall.

Guided tour of Schloss Schönbrunn

Skip the line at Schönbrunn Palace and head right in to begin your guided tour. Schönbrunn Palace is one of Austria’s most famous attractions and a World Heritage Site. Every year millions of tourists gather to visit this stunning palace so you’ll be happy that you don’t have to wait in line. Explore the many historic state rooms inside the palace and discover how the imperial family used to live. Once you’ve explored the palace, step into the serene palace gardens outside as you sip on original Viennese coffee and some scrumptious apple strudel.

At the end of the tour, you will be taken back to Vienna State Opera.

Elegant room in Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna, featuring ornate decor and red velvet chairs.

Elegant room in Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna, featuring ornate decor and red velvet chairs.

Red tram passing by the Burgtheater in Vienna, Austria.

Red tram passing by the Burgtheater in Vienna, Austria.

Tourists exploring a historic street with a guide pointing out landmarks.

Tourists exploring a historic street with a guide pointing out landmarks.

Important Information

  • Guide dogs are allowed.

  • Photography is allowed.

Vienna State Opera building on a sunny day during the Schönbrunn & city tour.

Vienna State Opera building on a sunny day during the Schönbrunn & city tour.

Schönbrunn Palace gardens with Gloriette in Vienna, featuring colorful flower beds and fountains.

Schönbrunn Palace gardens with Gloriette in Vienna, featuring colorful flower beds and fountains.

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Operating hours

Schönbrunn Palace

Monday
8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday
8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday
8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday
8:30am - 5:30pm
Sunday
8:30am - 5:30pm
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FAQs

Personal expenses are not covered by the tour and will need to be managed separately by participants.
During your visit, you'll enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of all State Rooms within Schönbrunn Palace.
The guided tours are available in English, German, and Spanish.
Yes, photography is permitted throughout the experience.
Guide dogs are welcome on this tour.
The city tour includes Vienna’s most important sights, starting at Operngasse 8 and passing by landmarks such as the Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace.
You will benefit from a skip-the-line entrance to Schönbrunn Palace, allowing you quick access without long waits.
Highlights include exploring Vienna’s Ringstrasse and marveling at Schönbrunn Palace. Additionally, a guided tour inside all State Rooms is provided.
Yes, you can choose to upgrade your tickets to a 1, 2, 3, or 6 day Vienna Pass for fast-track admission into over 70 attractions with included guidebook and city map.
The package includes a guided tour of key sights across Vienna along with skip-the-line entry to Schönbrunn Palace, available in multiple languages.

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