The Hofburg

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Address

Hofburg Wien 1010 Wien

GPS

48.2076838, 16.3661951


OPENING HOURS

Monday

10:00-17:00

Tuesday

10:00-17:00

Wednesday

10:00-17:00

Thursday

10:00-17:00

Friday

10:00-17:00

Saturday

10:00-17:00

Sunday

10:00-17:00

The Hofburg is the former Habsburg dynasty rulers‘ main imperial palace and today serves as the Austrian President’s official residence and a workplace. Located in the middle of Vienna, it was constructed in the 13th century and subsequently extended several times.

The name translates as “Castle of the Court,” which, when originally built during the Middle Ages, indicates its roots. The palace, originally planned as the seat of the Dukes of Austria in the 13th century, expanded over the decades as they became ever stronger and more powerful.

Today, it also hosts Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE).

Quick facts

NameThe Hofburg
TypePalace complex/Museums
Built/opened13th century
LocationMichaelerkuppel, 1010 Wien, 1st district, Innere Stadt
How to get thereThis attraction is in the city center and is reachable on foot.
Ticket PriceFrom $20, depends on the tour
Opening hours7 days a week, 10:00-17:00
Official websitehttps://www.hofburg-wien.at/en/

Originally built as a fortified palace, The Hofburg was being expanded through centuries and now it is a palace complex with 18 wings, 19 courtyards and 2,600 rooms totaling over 240,000 m² and with almost 5,000 people who work and live there.

The Hofburg - wall fountain
The Hofburg – wall fountain, photo by allaboutvienna.com

Most visited parts of Hofburg are Sisi Museum, Imperial Apartments and Silver Collection. The palace is also famous for hosting excellent classical music concerts.

Vienna Hofburg Orchestra: Mozart and Strauss Concert

FEATURES & SERVICES

Price Range

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Price

$20

Price per

person and it depends on the tour/museum/attraction within the complex

Built/Opened

13th century

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