Schönbrunn Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Schönbrunn Palace
Visit the world’s oldest zoo, find your way through an 18th-century maze or take a tour around the opulent summer castle of Austria’s former ruling family.
Schönbrunn Zoo
Hop between continents at one of the world’s oldest zoos and visit creatures from the African savannah to the mountains of Siberia alongside 18th-century buildings.
Schoenbrunn Bad
Schoenbrunn Bad is just one of the places to see in Vienna, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and churches.
Gloriette
A grand 18th-century observation terrace is a breathtaking landmark as well as a viewpoint over the city. Grab a coffee at the café and look out over Vienna.
Schönbrunn Palace Park
Explore the great outdoors at Schönbrunn Palace Park, a lovely green space in Vienna. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Palmenhaus
After visiting Palmenhaus, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vienna. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its picturesque gardens.
Things to do
Evening in Schönbrunn: Dinner & Classical Concert
Vienna: Mozart&Strauss Concert in Schoenbrunn
Small-Group Schönbrunn Palace Half-Day Tour with a Historian Guide
Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace & Gardens with Guide
Guided Walking Tour of Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna
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Other neighbourhoods around Schönbrunn
Meidling
The historical sites and shopping are a few things visitors like about Meidling. Check out Euro Plaza while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hetzendorf S-Bahn or Altmannsdorfer Straße Tram Stop to get around town.
Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus
Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus. Top attractions like Mariahilfer Street and Wiener Stadthalle are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mariahilfer Straße, Geibelgasse Tram Stop or Staglgasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Margareten
Spend some time visiting places like Kaffeemuseum Wien while getting to know Margareten, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Arbeitergasse, Gürtel Tram Stop or Laurenzgasse Station to see more of the area.
Ottakring
The museums and churches are just a few things visitors like about Ottakring. Ottakringer Brewery and Brunnenmarkt are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Ottakring S-Bahn or Weinheimergasse Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Mariahilf
Travellers love Mariahilf for its popular shops, and you can see more of Vienna by jumping on the metro at Neubaugasse U-Bahn or Mariahilfer Gürtel Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Haus des Meeres and Naschmarkt.
Neubau
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like MuseumsQuartier and Leopold Museum, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
More to explore for Schönbrunn
Explore Essentials: The Definitive Guide to Vienna's Top Attractions
- Schönbrunn Palace
- Schönbrunn Zoo
- Vienna State Opera
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
- Vienna Christmas Market
- Belvedere
- Hofburg Imperial Palace
- Ernst Happel Stadium
- Prater
- Stephansplatz
- Spanish Riding School
- Naschmarkt
- Mariahilfer Street
- MuseumsQuartier
- Danube River
- Albertina
- Museum of Art History
- Vienna Music Society