Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Skip the lines and enjoy the exclusive Highlights Tour of 22 rooms of Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens with a Licensed Guide. Discover the history and legends of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights:
• Visit Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna’s #1 attraction, with a 5-Star Licensed Guide
• Skip the long lines with our pre-booked timed tickets for quick access
• Enjoy the exclusive Highlights Tour of 22 rooms available only to official partners
• Admire the formal gardens, courtyards, fountains, sculptures, Gloriette, and more
• Learn about the power and wealth of the imperial House of Habsburgs
Join an official Schönbrunn partner for an unforgettable 2,5-hour tour of Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens in Vienna. Enjoy exclusive perks such as live commentary in 1 selected language and exclusive access to rooms not available on a regular tour without a Licensed Guide. Book now for a 5-star cultural journey beyond the guidebook!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Arrive at least 10 minutes early. Latecomers won't be able to join or receive a refund.
Skip-the-line tickets to Schönbrunn Palace guarantee entry at a reserved time. The 22-room tour is exclusive to official Schönbrunn partners; not available on the spot.
Free access to Schönbrunn Gardens may be restricted in winter, as the gardens are not green or lit up (especially in the evenings). Book a morning tour for the best experience. In case of extreme weather conditions (such as snow), the outdoor tour may be altered 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 at Schönbrunn, book our Hofburg tour.
Commentary will be provided only in 1 language, as selected when booking.
Maximum 25 participants.
Headsets will be provided for groups of 10+ inside the palace.
This walking tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
No storage for coats, umbrellas, large bags, baby carriages etc.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Your tour begins at Café Gerstner K. u. K. Hofzuckerbäcker, located in Schönbrunn Palace. Address: Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47/Kavalierstrakt 52 Closest Public Transport: Schönbrunn U-Bahn station or Schloß Schönbrunn bus stop. Finding the Meeting Point: 1. Enter the Schönbrunn Palace grounds through the Main Gate, where the Ticket Office is located. 2. Walk into the main courtyard (you will see fountains in the middle). 3. Turn left and walk past the Museum Shop and Schlosscafé Schönbrunn, continue along the palace's facade. 4. Café Gerstner is on the left, approximately in the center of the palace's facade. 5. Your guide will be waiting on the right side of the Café's entrance. We know this area can be a bit tricky to navigate, so we will also send you an email and text message with real photos of the exact meeting spot!
Schonbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens led by a Professional Guide. Save time and effort with our timed tickets that let you bypass the crowds and head straight inside. Unlike the standard Imperial Tour for individual visitors, you'll follow the full Highlights Route of 22 rooms (including Lantern Room to the Hunting Room), accessible only through official partners. From opulent royal bedrooms to lavish ballrooms, each chamber reveals the splendor of imperial life. Marvel at priceless art, glittering chandeliers, and finely crafted furniture as your Expert Guide fascinating, behind-the-scenes insights into the noble court life of the Habsburg dynasty, including Sisi and Maria Theresa.
What‘s Included
Personal headset to enhance the audio quality for groups of 10+
2,5-hour Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Tour
Commentary in 1 selected language (no multilingual distractions)
Skip-the-line tickets to Schönbrunn Palace (exclusive 22 rooms)
Free access to Schönbrunn courtyards and gardens
5-Star Licensed Guide with expert commentary in only 1 selected language
Options
2,5-hour: Tour in Italian
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Visit Schonbrunn Palace with skip-the-line tickets, admire its royal apartments and explore Schonbrunn Gardens.
,: Courtyards and Gloriette Hill (free parts only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - ATVI055.
2,5-hour: Tour in Spanish
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Visit Schonbrunn Palace with skip-the-line tickets, admire its royal apartments and explore Schonbrunn Gardens,
,: Courtyards and Gloriette Hill (free parts only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - ATVI055.
2,5-hour: Tour in German
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Visit Schonbrunn Palace with skip-the-line tickets, admire its royal apartments and explore Schonbrunn Gardens, Courtyards.
,: and Gloriette Hill (free parts only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - ATVI055.
2,5-hour:Live Guide in English
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Visit Schonbrunn Palace with skip-the-line tickets, admire its royal apartments and explore Schonbrunn Gardens, Courtyards.
,: and Gloriette Hill (free parts only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - ATVI055.
2,5-hour: Tour in French
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Visit Schonbrunn Palace with skip-the-line tickets, admire its royal apartments and explore Schonbrunn Gardens, Courtyards.
,: and Gloriette Hill (free parts only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - ATVI055.
Reviews
905 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour!
Alex D,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Alexander was amazing! He told us great stories about Hapsburgs in a way that the past really came to life! He walked us thru all the rooms in the Palace at a very comfortable pace, pointed out and explained to us lots of interesting art and history details. He also gave us a great and very lively tour of the gardens. This was one of the best "palace" tours we have taken (and we have visited lots of palaces around the world)! Certainly recomend this one, worth every penny and some!
Wonderful tour with Alex
Michael M,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You can tell Alex is genuine in his love for the palce. He is extremely knowlegable and happily answers all question. Our tour went beyond the scheduled end time and I was glad it did.
Alex is a lover of the...
David K,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Alex is a lover of the arts and has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to Austrian history. The tour was eye-opening and made our visit to the palace one to remember. He is very passionate and went well over our tour time slot to ensure nothing was missed. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!
Great choice for visiting the palace and gardens
Olga G,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was good to have chosen this tour. It was interesting, nothing overwhelming and informative. The guide was very friendly.
Learn about Schönbrunner palace
Lisa L,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed this tour immensely. Nicole was wonderful and very informative. I would recommend this tour to all looking to find out the history of Schönbrunn palace and Vienna
We love Alex
Brent R,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00First of all, Alex is a phenomenal story teller. He made learning about history so much fun. He is very well spoken and well educated. This has been our favorite tour just because of Alex.
Great experience
tonimosby,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Alexander was great, knowledgeable & funny. Learned a ton about the venue and about Vienna & Austria itself.
First of all 5 stars to...
Ryan W,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00First of all 5 stars to our guide Alexander. He was an amazing guide. Lots of great stories while taking the tour and always added some with the stories he told. I'm giving the 3 stars for the value. The value doesn't match up to the product. We paid $78 each and again, while Alexander was knowledgeable and humorous, you only got to see a handful of rooms filled by a quick walk around the gardens. The admission price for the palace is 28€ so there's a lot of money per paying customer left over. This tour should be $50 maximum and perhaps a little less.
Highly recommend
Cory T,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Totally recommend this tour. Our tour guide was very nice, very knowledgable, and was a great story teller. He made the history interesting and the tour allows for you to see parts of the palace not accessible to the public.
Beautiful tour. hard to hear guide in palace.
Cindy H,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00So much beauty! Take the time to walk to the top of the gardens to look down on it and see the city below. You can also go up on the roof at the garden breakfast area mentioned on the tour. I can’t believe the servants had to take their breakfast up there. It looked like you could go upon the roof for the lookout. Wish we would have.
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