Schönborn palace vienna austria
Relax in the garden of the pavilion with warm snacks and cool drinks. Wheelchairs for outside use (park) are available free of charge on depositing an ID card or identification at the main gate.
Toilets
Barrier-free toilets can be found by the ticket desk, in the Children's Museum and on the first floor (only accessible with the assistance of palace staff).
Assistance dogs
Assistance Dogs are admitted.
Accompanying person
Admission is free for a person accompanying a blind/vision-impaired visitor or a wheelchair user, provided that a companion person is included in the disabled visitor’s ID.
Access to the display rooms
All display areas enjoy barrier-free accessibility via ramps or lift.
There are no steps in the display rooms.
ACCESS TO THE GARDEN
The direct access to the garden via a ramp is located directly to the right of the palace when looking from the parade court towards the palace.
AREAS ONLY ACCESSIBLE VIA STAIRS
The Privy Garden and Maze viewing platform, the Privy Garden arcade and the Gloriette viewing terrace are only accessible via stairs.
Guided tours
We offer dedicated guided tours of Schönbrunn Palace for blind and sight-impaired visitors upon request.
Take the northbound U6 (brown) underground line and alight at Längenfeldgasse, then change to the westbound U4 (green) underground line and alight at Schönbrunn
Station Wien Hauptbahnhof
take the U1 (red) underground line and alight at Karlsplatz, then change to the westbound U4 (green) underground line and alight at Schönbrunn
Österreichische Bundesbahn (ÖBB)
Arriving by car
Coming from Vienna International Airport
take the A4 motorway heading towards Vienna, then continue on the southbound A23 (follow signs for Graz), then take the Altmannsdorf exit and follow the signs for "Schloss Schönbrunn"
Arriving on the A2 motorway
follow signs for the city centre, take the Altmannsdorf exit and follow the signs for "Schloss Schönbrunn"
Arriving on the A1 motorway
follow signs for the city centre which will take you directly to Schönbrunner Schloßstrasse 47
Parking
The Arrival Center
Arriving by air
Journey time approximately 60 minutes from Vienna International Airport by public transport:
By metropolitan railway ("Schnellbahn")
take the S7 line to Wien Mitte, then change to the westbound U4 (green) underground line and alight at Schönbrunn
By airport bus
at Wien Westbahnhof change to the westbound tram line No.
60 and alight at Schloss Schönbrunn
By City Airport Train
at the Wien Mitte terminus change to the westbound U4 (green) underground line and alight at Schönbrunn
Vienna Airport Lines
City Airport Train
Verkehrsbetriebe (VOR)
Find further informations for getting from airport to the city center here.
Schönbrunner Schlosscafé
Welcome to Schönbrunner Schloßcafé!
Apart from specialty coffees and teas we serve various types of breakfast (available all day) as well as a wide range of typical Viennese cakes, pastries and hot snacks.
Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47 (Gardetrakt), 1130 Wien
+43 1 810 32 59
cafe.schoenbrunn[at]lagardere-tr.at
A special attraction is our outdoor seating area with its magnificent view of Schönbrunn Palace!
Gerstner K.
u. From rolling out the expertly crafted strudel dough to the irresistibly fragrant filling of fresh apples and spices – this show will warm your heart and delight your taste buds.
No public shows will take place from January 7 to March 31, 2026.
www.gerstner.at
Café Pavillon
The Café Pavillon in Schönbrunn Palace Park invites visitors to enjoy a summer retreat from April to October.
Enjoy exquisite coffee, homemade pastries and hearty specialties indoors or in the spacious guest garden.
www.gerstner.at
schoenbrunn[at]gerstner.at
Gerstner K.u.K. Hofzuckerbäcker Show
Join us on a delightful journey into the heart of baking at the Gerstner royal confectioner show and discover all the secrets of creating the perfect apple strudel.
Limited seating is available in the state rooms. You can enter the Palace Park free of charge during opening hours.
Buy your tickets online
Current Opening Times Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace is open daily, including public holidays!
| 3 November 2025 to 26 March 2026 | 8.30 am–5.00 pm |
| 27 March to 30 June 2026 | 8.30 am–5.30 pm |
| 1 July to 31 August 2026 | 8.30 am–6.00 pm |
| 1 September to 2 November 2026 | 8.30 am–5.30 pm |
Tip: Pre-book an online ticket
- Last admission to all attractions is 45 minutes before closing time.
- We regret that dogs cannot be taken into either the Palace or the Park.
- Please observe the Schönbrunn Palace House Rules during your visit.
Park Opening Times
The park gates are opened at 6:30 am.
Directly in front of the outdoor seating area is the namesake, lovingly restored carousel dating from 1903.
fürstenkarussell.at
Barrier-free access
Parking
There are 3 parking spaces for persons with special needs in the forecourt by the main gate.
Wheelchairs / seating
Wheelchairs can be hired free of charge upon deposit of ID at the turnstile.
Take the westbound tram line No. 60 and alight at Schloss Schönbrunn
Station Meidling
journey time aproximately 30 minutes from the Station Meidling. K. Hofzuckerbäcker café-restaurant in the Kavalierstrakt invites you to round off your visit to Schönbrunn Palace in a cozy coffee house atmosphere.
If you wish to visit the special attractions at Schönbrunn, such as the Privy Garden, the Orangery Garden or the Maze, you will need to purchase individual admission tickets.
| January to February | 6.30 am–5.30 pm |
| March | 6.30 am–7.00 pm |
| April | 6.30 am–8.00 pm |
| May to July | 6.30 am–9.00 pm |
| August to September | 6.30 am–8.00 pm |
| October | 6.30 am–7.00 pm |
| November to December | 6.30 am–5.30 pm |
DOWNLOAD THE OVERALL PLAN OF SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE PARK
Privy Garden | Orangery Garden
| 27 & 28 March 2026 | 9.30 am–4.00 pm |
| 29 March to 30 June 2026 | 9.30 am–5.30 pm |
| 1 July to 31 August 2026 | 9.30 am–6.30 pm |
| 1 September to 25 October 2026 | 9.30 am–5.30 pm |
| 26 October to 2 November 2026 | 9.30 am–4.00 pm |
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
Tickets & Tours
Maze & Labyrinth
| 27 & 28 March 2026 | 9.30 am–4.00 pm |
| 29 March to 30 June 2026 | 9.30 am–5.30 pm |
| 1 July to 31 August 2026 | 9.30 am–6.30 pm |
| 1 September to 25 October 2026 | 9.30 am–5.30 pm |
| 26 October to 2 November 2026 | 9.30 am–4.00 pm |
Children aged 14 and under may only be admitted to the Maze & Labyrinth when accompanied by an adult! Last admission to all attractions is 45 minutes before closing time.
Gloriette Viewing Terrace
| 27 & 28 March 2026 | 9.30 am–4.00 pm |
| 29 March to 30 June 2026 | 9.30 am–5.30 pm |
| 1 July to 31 August 2026 | 9.30 am–6.30 pm |
| 1 September to 25 October 2026 | 9.30 am–5.30 pm |
| 26 October to 2 November 2026 | 9.30 am–4.00 pm |
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
Tickets & Tours
Fountains: hours of operation
The fountains do not operate from mid-October to mid-April
| Neptune Fountain | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Park fountains | 8.30 am – 5 pm |
| Orangery Garden | 8.30 am – 5 pm |
| Parade Court | 8.30 am – 5 pm |
| Roman Ruin | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Obelisk Fountain | 10 am – 4 pm |
Illumination of the Palace and Gloriette
For reasons of sustainability and energy saving, the festive lighting of Schönbrunn Palace and Gloriette will be suspended for the moment.
Buy your Tickets online
Public transport that takes you straight to the palace
Underground: U4, get off at Schönbrunn
Trams: 10 and 60, get off at Schloss Schönbrunn
Bus: 10 A, get off at Schloss Schönbrunn
Wiener Linien
Arriving by train
Station Westbahnhof
journey time approximately 15 minutes from the Westbahnhof (western railway terminal).
These tours give visitors access behind the cordons and allow them to feel particular objects, including doors, ceramic stoves, furniture, interior surface decoration, curtains, busts and floors.
Dates: by arrangement
Duration: approximately 90 minutes
Maximum size of group: 30 persons
Guide dogs are permitted and accompanying persons receive free admission.
Museum Sign Language Guide
Our video guides in Austrian Sign Language (ÖGS) and International Sign (IS) are available for deaf and hearing-impaired visitors.
Admission charges
Reduced admission for persons with special needs upon production of ID.
Inquiries and further information
+43 1 811 13-239
reservierung[at]schoenbrunn.at
We will be closed from January 12th to January 30th, 2026.
Schönbrunn Palace
Kontrollorstöckl, Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47, A-1130 Vienna
+43 (0)1 934 62 20
INFO[at]JOSEPH2.AT
WWW.RESTAURANT-SCHOENBRUNN.AT
Fürstenkarussell Bistro & Café
The Fürstenkarussell Bistro & Café is the new family-friendly attraction in the Hietzing area of Schönbrunn Palace.
K. Hofzuckerbäcker and a selection of coffee specialties, refreshments and the legendary apple strudel complete the offer.
hallo[at]cafepavillon.at
www.cafepavillon.at
Schloss-Restaurant Schönbrunn Joseph II.
Located in a side wing of Schönbrunn Palace, the Restaurant "Joseph II" invites you to enjoy delicious Viennese delicacies and a variety of Viennese wines.
K. Hofzuckerbäcker | Café-Restaurant
The Gerstner K. u. Pastries from the Gerstner K. u.