Things to do in Hofburg Palace
Built in the 13th Century, the Hofburg Castle was originally a Medieval fortress and expanded over the centuries to become the beautiful castle we know today: a symbol of the Austrian culture and royalty. The most recent part of the Palace was added at the beginning of the 20th century, and the only remaining part dating back to the Medieval Times is the Chapel or Burgkapelle. The Palace itself was home to some of the most powerful monarchs in Europe such as the Habsburg dynasty and kept expanding as did their power in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. For centuries, the Hofburg Palace has been the Imperial Palace in the heart of Vienna and the principal winter residence, Schönbrunn Palace being the summer residence. Today, it is the official seat of the Austrian President and an iconic architectural landmark that no traveller should miss.
Our recommendations in Hofburg Palace
Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour Vienna in Spanish
Book a 2.5-hour skip-the-line tour of Hofburg Palace and Gardens with a professional guide.
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Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour Vienna in French
Book a 2.5-hour skip-the-line tour of Hofburg Palace and Gardens with a professional guide.
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Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour Vienna in Italian
Book a 2.5-hour skip-the-line tour of Hofburg Palace and Gardens with a professional guide.
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Skip-the-line Schönbrunn Palace visit and Vienna city tour in the morning
Discover the majestic Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna during a guided tour in the morning and learn more about the city's highlights on a tour through the center.
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Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour Vienna in Spanish
Book a 2.5-hour skip-the-line tour of Hofburg Palace and Gardens with a professional guide.
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Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour Vienna in French
Book a 2.5-hour skip-the-line tour of Hofburg Palace and Gardens with a professional guide.
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Skip-the-Line Sisi Museum, Hofburg and Gardens Tour Vienna in Italian
Book a 2.5-hour skip-the-line tour of Hofburg Palace and Gardens with a professional guide.
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Skip-the-line Schönbrunn Palace visit and Vienna city tour in the morning
Discover the majestic Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna during a guided tour in the morning and learn more about the city's highlights on a tour through the center.
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Self-guided walking tour and Mozart concert in Vienna
Experience Vienna's musical heritage with a self-guided tour and live Mozart concert. Book now to explore iconic venues and history.
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In-app audio tour of Vienna historic Hofburg District
Discover Vienna's Hofburg district with an in-app audio tour. Explore the Habsburgs' legacy and admire the city's splendid architecture.
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Vienna 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Highlights Bus Tour
Book a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour in Vienna and explore top sights like Schönbrunn Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral with an included audio guide.
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2.30-hour best of Vienna walking tour
Let yourself be captivated by the charm of the Habsburg capital and discover the fascinating history of the city through the tales of an authorized guide.
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Vienna PASS for up to 90 free attractions
Book your Vienna PASS for 1, 2, 3, or 6 days and enjoy free entry to up to 90 popular attractions and museums and unlimited use of the sightseeing bus.
Vienna City Card with Discounts and Public Transport
Buy your Vienna City Card in advance to get free public transport plus great discounts at museums, attractions, restaurants, shops, shows and much more.
Vienna Mozart and Strauss concert with ballet at Konzerthaus
Book your tickets for the Mozart and Strauss concert, by the Vienna Hofburg Orchestra. Enjoy a Viennese evening in one of the concert halls of the Hofburg Palace.
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Explore Vienna at your own pace! Enjoy an app containing over 130 points of interest, famous transport routes, sightseeing itineraries and walking tours.
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