“The 13th-century winter palace and administrative nerve centre of the Habsburg Empire; the Treasury houses the 10th-century Imperial Crown of the Holy Roman Empire; watch the Lipizzaner stallions in the Winter Riding School at 10 am; the smell of horsehide and sawdust mixes with the austere; white-plastered Baroque surroundings; the scale of the Michaelertor gatehouse dominates the city’s historic core.”
About The Hofburg
The 13th-century winter palace and administrative nerve centre of the Habsburg Empire; the Treasury houses the 10th-century Imperial Crown of the Holy Roman Empire; watch the Lipizzaner stallions in the Winter Riding School at 10 am; the smell of horsehide and sawdust mixes with the austere; white-plastered Baroque surroundings; the scale of the Michaelertor gatehouse dominates the city’s historic core.
Why Visit
The Hofburg is one of Austria's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Insider Tips
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Book tickets for The Hofburg in advance to skip long queues.
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Hire a local guide to unlock the stories behind every corner.
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Spend extra time in the least-visited sections — they're often the most rewarding.
