Explore Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens: Private 2.5-hour Guided TourPrivate Tour

Discover Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the State Rooms of the Imperial Monarchy, the gardens and the private apartments, on this private 2.5-hour guided tour.

Adults: 2 Children: 0
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Things to know

Duration:

2 hrs 30 mins

Categories:

City Highlights, First Time Visitor, History, Museums and Galleries, Royalty

Private Tour:

You and our own professional guide. 100% exclusive

Transport Mode:

Walking tour: no transportation is included

What's included:

A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group, Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places, Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens "Grand Tour" entrance tickets

What's not included:

Food and drink, Gratuities, Hotel pick up and drop off, Additional tickets
Meeting points: Your guide will meet you in front of the souvenir shop located at the Schönbrunn Palace main entrance, Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47, Vienna. There is a bronze model of the palace when passing the big gate on the left-hand side.

What makes this tour special

Renowned for its exquisite architecture, stunning gardens, and rich history, the Schönbrunn Palace is an absolute Austrian gem and a must-do on your visit to Vienna. This former summer residence of the Habsburg imperial family was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and you will feel like you travel back in time to the days of the Habsburg Monarchy.

On your private tour of Schönbrunn Palace, you will:

Your private tour starts with the best of the imperial experience including experiencing what life would have been like as a guest of Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife, Elisabeth. Your guide will take you through the best of the Rococo State Rooms in the palace, and the 22 rooms the emperor’s family occupied, and see the wide variety of furnishings and styles enjoyed by the royal family. 

As you walk through the Great Gallery, your guide will show you the best of its antiquities, including the Chinese Cabinets, and the magnificent Hall of Ceremonies. Your tour continues into the part of the castle where the Hapsburgs’ only female ruler, Maria Theresa, lived in the 18th century. 

You’ll see the Blue Chinese Salon, the tapestry-draped Gobelin Salon, the Porcelain Room, and many others. After, your guide will take you to the Palace Gardens and show you the highlights, including the impressive fountains, sculptures, and manicured lawns, before leaving you to further explore at your leisure.

What you'll see

Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace Gardens
Gloriette at Schönbrunn
Neptune Fountain
Great Gallery

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FAQ

QWill there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
AAll of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.

Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.
QAre entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?
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QWhat is your cancellation policy?
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For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.

Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.

To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at <team@travelcurious.com> or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).
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