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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace & Gardens with Guide

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Vienna, Austria

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Overview

No lines, no hassle as our small group tour explores Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens with a Licensed Guide, skipping the lines and discovering the history and legends of this imperial residence and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Highlights:

- Visit Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens, Vienna’s #1 attraction, with a 5-Star Licensed Guide
- Skip the lines to the palace and enjoy exclusive access to its 22 imperial rooms
- Admire the formal gardens, courtyards, fountains, sculptures, Gloriette, and more
- Learn about the power and influence of the imperial House of Habsburg
- Enjoy a small, well-organized group tour with the official partner of Schonbrunn Palace

Do you want to skip the lines to Schönbrunn Palace, gain exclusive access to its 22 imperial rooms, and enjoy 1 language-only commentary as you explore the palace and its fabulous gardens on a small, well-organized group tour? Book our group tour now and enjoy a 5-star experience at Vienna's top tourist attraction!

What's Included

  • Headsets provided for clear listening (for groups of 10 or more)
  • Schonbrunn Palace, Gardens and Courtyards Tour
  • Free Admission to Schonbrunn Gardens and Courtyards

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Kavaliertrakt
    1130 Wien, Austria

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Gloriettestraße
    1130 Wien, Austria

    The tour will end at Gloriette Schönbrunn, Gloriettestraße, 1130 Wien, Austria

    What To Expect

    Kavaliertrakt 52

    Meet your guide on on the left side of Cafe Gerstner, Kavaliertrakt 52, 1130 Vienna (48.18572721289812, 16.31386222974554) - not Schlosscafé Schönbrunn by the main gate, you have to get to the fountains in the courtyard and turn left, wait at the pillars on the left and the cafe door on the right
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Schonbrunn Palace

    Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens with a Professional Guide. Take advantage of pre-booked timed tickets to skip the lines inside the palace and explore the 22 rooms featured on the Highlights Tour, available only to official Schonbrunn partners. Follow in the footsteps of Empress Maria Theresa from the Lantern Room to the Hunting Room on the piano mobile. You will see more than individual visitors who go on the Imperial Tour, which skips some of the highlights.Throughout the tour, our Expert Guide will point out the impressive artwork, intricate architecture, and ornate furnishings that adorn each room and share interesting facts about the lavish court life of the Habsburg dynasty, including Sisi and Maria Theresa. After leaving the palace interiors, we will venture out into the expansive gardens, which are home to numerous statues, fountains, and other architectural features like the Roman ruins and Gloriette. Only this combined tour of the palace and gardens.
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    2 hours 25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
    • There is no luggage storage for extra clothing, umbrellas, large bags, scooters, etc. Pets are not allowed.
    • Skip-the-line tickets to Schonbrunn Palace include timed entry so you don't have to wait in line for your tickets. Headsets will be provided for groups of 10+ people inside the palace.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace & Gardens with Guide?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-265552P73

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    What's Included

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Headsets provided for clear listening (for groups of 10 or more)
    • Schonbrunn Palace, Gardens and Courtyards Tour
    • Free Admission to Schonbrunn Gardens and Courtyards
    • Skip-the-Line Tickets to 22 rooms in Schonbrunn Palace
    • 5-Star Licensed Guide with commentary in only 1 language selected during booking

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • It’s best to arrive 10 minutes early, as latecomers won't be able to join the group or receive a refund.
    • Tours are conducted only in 1 language, as selected when booking.
    • Maximum 25 participants.
    • This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
    • There is no luggage storage for extra clothing, umbrellas, large bags, scooters, etc. Pets are not allowed.
    • Skip-the-line tickets to Schonbrunn Palace include timed entry so you don't have to wait in line for your tickets. Headsets will be provided for groups of 10+ people inside the palace.
    • Admission to Schonbrunn Gardens is for free parts only. The gardens are not green or lit up in winter, so it’s best to book a morning tour or visit in spring, summer & autumn. In case of extreme weather conditions (such as snow), the gardens will be excluded from the itinerary for the safety of the guests. From 08.11 to 06.01, you will have a chance to visit a local Christmas Market instead.
    • There is no Sisi exhibition in Schonbrunn, book our Hofburg tour.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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    Free Cancellation

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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