The Hofburg is Viennas imperial palace complex, the center of Habsburg power for over 600 years and now home to the Austrian presidents offices. The vast complex includes the Sisi Museum dedicated to Empress Elisabeth, the Imperial Apartments, the Spanish Riding School, National Library, and Imperial Treasury with the Holy Roman Empires crown jewels.
Sisi Museum ~18 EUR adults, 11 EUR children 6-18. Sisi Pass (3 palaces) 51 EUR. Audio guide included. Vienna Pass valid
Early morning (9:00) or late afternoon (15:00) for smaller crowds. Weekdays are quieter than weekends.
U-Bahn: U3 to Herrengasse. Tram: 1, 2, D, 71 to Burgring. Bus: 1A, 2A to Hofburg. Central location near Stephansplatz.
A sprawling palace complex spanning 59 acres with 2,600 rooms. The Sisi Museum displays Empress Elisabeths personal items and wedding dress. The Imperial Apartments show how the royals lived. The courtyard and grounds are free to explore.
Sisi Museum: daily 9:00-17:30, last entry 16:30. Spanish Riding School and Treasury have separate hours.
faq.subtitle Hofburg Palace
Hofburg was the winter palace in the city center. Schonbrunn was the summer palace with extensive gardens.
Sisi Museum: 1-1.5 hours. With Imperial Apartments: 2-2.5 hours. Add time for Treasury and Library.
Useful tips for visiting Hofburg Palace
Book online for guaranteed time slot. Get Sisi Pass for best value if visiting Schonbrunn too. Dont miss the Imperial Treasury (separate ticket). The Spanish Riding School performances book out weeks ahead.
U-Bahn: U3 to Herrengasse. Tram: 1, 2, D, 71 to Burgring. Bus: 1A, 2A to Hofburg. Central location near Stephansplatz.
A sprawling palace complex spanning 59 acres with 2,600 rooms. The Sisi Museum displays Empress Elisabeths personal items and wedding dress. The Imperial Apartments show how the royals lived. The courtyard and grounds are free to explore.
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