Full description
In addition to being an architectural gem, Maria Theresa's private apartments are a cultural treasure that reflects the style and elegance of the imperial era. The Grand Gallery, with its high ceilings and golden moldings, is an impressive example of Austrian Rococo. The Small Gallery, on the other hand, is a display of the delicacy of Baroque ornamentation.
But it's not just the decoration of the apartments that impresses, it's also the history that hides behind each room. The Carousel Room, for example, owes its name to the carousels that were organized in the palace to entertain the court. While the Ceremony Room, with its paintings of great battles and military feats, is a tribute to the strength and power of the Empire.
And if it's natural beauty you're looking for, the imperial park and gardens of the Schönbrunn Palace are an oasis of tranquility in the middle of the city. With more than 1.2 square kilometers of extension and over 80 hectares of gardens, these green spaces are ideal for strolling, picnicking, or simply enjoying nature.
In short, visiting Maria Theresa's private apartments and touring the gardens of the Schönbrunn Palace is a unique experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the fascinating and captivating history and culture of Austria.
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● Please present your voucher at the start of the tour as a printout or on your mobile phone
Inclusions
✔ Admission to Schönbrunn Palace - fast entry
✔ Guided Highlight tour of the Palace
✔ Guided tour of the Schönbrunn gardens
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
Cancellation policy
Cancellations with more than 72 hours: full refund
Cancellations within 72 hours or No Show100% Penalty
Meeting point
Arrival Center Schönbrunn, Bus Stop 30, 1130 Vienna.