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Discover the opulent world of Austrian royalty with a tour of Schönbrunn Palace. Explore the private apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi, the Great Gallery and other impressive rooms.

Highlights

• Step into the world of Austrian royalty with a tour of Schönbrunn Palace
• Explore the private apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi
• Admire the grandeur of the Great Gallery
• See the Hall of Ceremonies, where imperial weddings and baptisms took place
• Enjoy a serene and crowd-free environment to fully appreciate the palace

Description

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. 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.

Includes

Exclusive after-hours access to Schönbrunn Palace Multilingual audio guide available in 17 languages Exploration of 22 magnificent staterooms within the palace Access to the private apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi Visit to the Great Gallery, Chinese Cabinets, and Hall of Ceremonies

Important Information

• Tour starts at 5:30 PM, please arrive 15 minutes early Late arrivals will forfeit their tickets The tour is wheelchair accessible Flash photography is not allowed inside the palace rooms From July to August the Palace is opened until 6pm. The Tour will still happen at 5:30pm

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund