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
Spanish Riding School Vienna Training
See the Morning Exercise of the Spanish Riding School and learn the training of riders and Lipizzans of the Winter Riding School, with classical Viennese music.
Travel through the world at the Weltmuseum Wien. See unique treasures from different cultures and epochs, including a part of James Cook's collection.
Vienna Hofburg Orchestra: Mozart and Strauss Concert Tickets
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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Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna and Imperial Treasury Vienna combo ticket
Experience the Kunsthistorisches Museum and Imperial Treasury. See the collections of the Habsburgs and get a unique panorama of over 1000 years of history.
Spanish Riding School Vienna Training
See the Morning Exercise of the Spanish Riding School and learn the training of riders and Lipizzans of the Winter Riding School, with classical Viennese music.
Travel through the world at the Weltmuseum Wien. See unique treasures from different cultures and epochs, including a part of James Cook's collection.
Vienna Hofburg Orchestra: Mozart and Strauss Concert Tickets
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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Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna and Imperial Treasury Vienna combo ticket
Experience the Kunsthistorisches Museum and Imperial Treasury. See the collections of the Habsburgs and get a unique panorama of over 1000 years of history.
New Hofburg Palace Audio Guided Tour and Entry Ticket
Explore the fascinating structure of the New Hofburg Palace with an audio-guided tour.
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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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Tickets for the Imperial Treasury at Vienna Hofburg Palace
Visit the Imperial Treasury at Hofburg Palace in Vienna and see precious historic treasures of the Holy Roman Empire and the Austrian Catholicism.
Imperial Treasury and New Hofburg Palace Combo Ticket with Audio Tour
Learn about one of Europe's most powerful dynasties, starting in the late Middle Ages to the modern era, with this combo ticket and audio tour.
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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.
Time Travel Vienna: Magical time travel through Viennese history
Learn more about Vienna and its history on a time travel. Enter to a magic place, in which historical content is combined with modern technology. This is a unique experience!
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Vienna private city center and hills tour with a van
Discover the true spirit of Vienna, a modern metropolis, but also a place of unspoiled nature, while exploring the city in a van which can accomodate up to 6 people.
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Reviews Hofburg Palace
“The bus had no air conditioning. The audio was playing music most of the time rather than pointing out the landmarks There is little of interest outside of the old town so it would be cheaper to take a metro into the town and nack”
“Cost 34 euros was on the yellow line tour for 90 minutes mostly no commentary and could only see places at a distance much better value was a 1 day travel card on the underground for 8 euros was quicker and easier to use”
“The bus stop was quite a walk from the mooring and not easy to spot. The bus route close to the ship does a comprehensive 2 hrs round circuit but if you miss a stop you cant go back on yourself. It takes you first over to the other side of the river rather than into the city centre. The commentary is pleasant but not always very informative. Bus stops are sometimes hard to find. Buses run frequently and to time. Once into the city more routes are available to take you to all main areas.”
“One lady at stop 12 very rude asked a question was told to look with my eyes she was more intrested being on her phone also the bus was difficult to navigate”
