Schönbrunn Palace: Exclusive After-Hours Entry Ticket

Discover the opulent world of Austrian royalty with a tour of Schönbrunn Palace. Explore the private apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi, Great Gallery and exotic Chinese Cabinets.
Step into the opulent world of Austrian royalty with the Exclusive After-Hours Imperial Tour at Schönbrunn Palace. Explore the majestic summer residence of the Habsburgs after official closing hours, offering an intimate glimpse into the lives of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth, affectionately known as Sisi.

Wander through the personal chambers of the imperial couple. Marvel at the modest elegance of Franz Joseph's rooms and the exquisite textile decor of Sisi's suite, reflecting their distinct personalities and tastes. Stand in awe of the grand hall, adorned with intricate stucco work and monumental ceiling frescoes, once the setting for lavish court festivities.

Discover the exotic allure of the Chinese Cabinets, decorated with precious East Asian artifacts and delicate lacquer panels, showcasing the imperial fascination with the Orient. Experience the grandeur of the Hall of Ceremonies, where significant events such as imperial weddings and baptisms took place, adorned with impressive paintings narrating Habsburg history.

This tour commences at 5:30 PM, after the palace has closed to the general public, providing a serene and crowd-free environment to fully appreciate the splendor of the imperial residence. Enhance your experience with an informative audio guide available in 17 languages, including German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Ukrainian, Polish, and Turkish. These guides provide rich historical context and fascinating anecdotes about the Habsburg dynasty and the architectural marvels of the palace.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.