Schönbrunn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Schönbrunn
Popular places to visit
Schönbrunn Palace
Once the summer retreat of Austria's ruling dynasty, this stunning palace is set among 120 hectares of land which also houses the world's oldest zoo.
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.
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.
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 stunning cathedral.
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.
Palmenhaus
Enjoy an outing to Palmenhaus during your stay in Vienna. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its picturesque gardens.
Activities
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour
Wiener Mozart Konzert at the Musikverein
Vienna: Mozart & Strauss Concert in Schoenbrunn
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Skip the Line: Austrian Dinner Show Ticket in Vienna
Hop-On Hop-Off City Tours in Vienna
Our pick of the best Schönbrunn Hotel Deals
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
The hotel was conveniently situated close to the main train and tram station so access to the city and beyond was easy. The staff were more than helpful and very patient with some of the requests my party were asking. The room was warm clean and spacious maybe if i had one criticism it would be the ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
lyf Schönbrunn Vienna
We stayed for 3 nights and this was the perfect place as had everything we need. A tram station right outside and a 5-10 min walk to closest train station
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
MOOONS
Staff were lovely and attentive. Samuel was so helpful with making my cousin’s birthday trip special.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hilton Vienna Park
Loved this hotel so much! So elegant, friendly, very convenient and fantastic location to all main areas. We loved our stay
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Somerset Schönbrunn Vienna
Road noise disturb sleep, arrived late in evening and no instruction in how to enter. Staff sent an email whilst we were out and 30minutes later locked us out of our room!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
Wonderful stay in nh vienna. A bottle of would have been nice in the room. Friendly staff, great customer service.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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.
Schottenfeld
While you're in Schottenfeld, take in top sights like Lugner City or Mariahilfer Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kaiserstraße/Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Kaiserstraße, Burggasse Tram Stop.
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 Volkstheater and MuseumsQuartier, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
