Hofburg
Neighborhood: 1st district - Inner City
Nearest Train: Karlsplatz: U1, U2, U4; Hofburg: Tram 1 & 2
Phone: +43 01 533 7570
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The huge Hofburg (Court Palace) is the most important secular building in Vienna, once the center of the powerful Habsburg Empire. The old Hofburg, with its many different sections and courtyards, was built (and renovated many times) between the 13th and the early 19th Centuries. The Neue Burg (New Palace) was developed in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries, despite the dwindling power of the Habsburg Empire. Today, the Hofburg is home to various museums (Völkerkundemuseum, Schatzkammer, Nationalbibliothek, Albertina, Theatermuseum, Prunksaal, Lippizanermuseum, Spanische Hofreitschule and Kaiserappartments) and the library, as well as the offices of the Austrian President. At the Chapel, choir of the Vienna State Opera performs mass. The Imperial Treasury houses the Emperor’s Crown of the Holy Roman Empire and the Austrian Emperor’s Crown. The furniture and the other collections truly spell class and luxury. In January, the glamorous Wiener Ärzteball takes place here.
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Daily 9:30a-4:30p
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Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
This exhibition displays musical instruments of the royal family of Vienna and a few valuable pieces from the Renaissance. Antiquities on which masters such as Beethoven and Chopin once played are on display. The fine workmanship and beauty of these instruments is also quite eye-catching. Catch this timeless exhibition daily, except for Tuesdays.
Collection of Arms and Armor
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
Weapons and instruments spanning many centuries of European history are on display at this exhibition. Find historical artifacts like the golden sword of Maximilian II—one of the most powerful and magnificent pieces of weaponry in the world. The splendid suit of armor of King Ferdinand of Aragon is also part of this valuable collection. Catch this timeless exhibition daily, except for Tuesdays.
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Purchase tickets through Classictic for:
Wiener Hofburg Orchester
Events Occuring on: (Information by Classictic)
Dec 5th, 2009 to Jan 1st, 2011;
Wiener Ärzteball
Jan 30th, 2010
One of a seemingly endless parade of balls held during the winter in Vienna, this is among the most glamorous and most difficult to get tickets for. This ball is held at the splendid, opulent Hofburg Palace, and those who score tickets had better come dressed for the occasion: ankle-length dresses for the ladies and tuxedo with white tie for the gents. Dancing and musical entertainment befit the grandeur of the surroundings and the reputation of the event.
Former Home of the Emperor
Neighborhood: 1st district - Inner City
Nearest Train: Karlsplatz: U1, U2, U4; Hofburg: Tram 1 & 2
Phone: +43 01 533 7570
Website | Map | add to Travel Bag (NEW)
Virtual Tour Website 1 ,2 ,3 ,4 ,5
Audio Guide
The huge Hofburg (Court Palace) is the most important secular building in Vienna, once the center of the powerful Habsburg Empire. The old Hofburg, with its many different sections and courtyards, was built (and renovated many times) between the 13th and the early 19th Centuries. The Neue Burg (New Palace) was developed in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries, despite the dwindling power of the Habsburg Empire. Today, the Hofburg is home to various museums (Völkerkundemuseum, Schatzkammer, Nationalbibliothek, Albertina, Theatermuseum, Prunksaal, Lippizanermuseum, Spanische Hofreitschule and Kaiserappartments) and the library, as well as the offices of the Austrian President. At the Chapel, choir of the Vienna State Opera performs mass. The Imperial Treasury houses the Emperor’s Crown of the Holy Roman Empire and the Austrian Emperor’s Crown. The furniture and the other collections truly spell class and luxury. In January, the glamorous Wiener Ärzteball takes place here.
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Associated Events
Collection of Ancient Musical InstrumentsJan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
This exhibition displays musical instruments of the royal family of Vienna and a few valuable pieces from the Renaissance. Antiquities on which masters such as Beethoven and Chopin once played are on display. The fine workmanship and beauty of these instruments is also quite eye-catching. Catch this timeless exhibition daily, except for Tuesdays.
Collection of Arms and Armor
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
Weapons and instruments spanning many centuries of European history are on display at this exhibition. Find historical artifacts like the golden sword of Maximilian II—one of the most powerful and magnificent pieces of weaponry in the world. The splendid suit of armor of King Ferdinand of Aragon is also part of this valuable collection. Catch this timeless exhibition daily, except for Tuesdays.
Adventserenaden
Purchase tickets through Classictic for:
Wiener Hofburg Orchester
Events Occuring on: (Information by Classictic)
Dec 5th, 2009 to Jan 1st, 2011;
Wiener Ärzteball
Jan 30th, 2010
One of a seemingly endless parade of balls held during the winter in Vienna, this is among the most glamorous and most difficult to get tickets for. This ball is held at the splendid, opulent Hofburg Palace, and those who score tickets had better come dressed for the occasion: ankle-length dresses for the ladies and tuxedo with white tie for the gents. Dancing and musical entertainment befit the grandeur of the surroundings and the reputation of the event.
Reviews
You Have To Love History!!
I would recommend this to everyone......it's a perfect example of how the Austrian Monarchy live...
Reviewed by:EileenJ from on Jan 13 2008
Hofburg Complex in May 2006
The Hofburg Complex is a vast palace comprising of many buildings, courtyards, gardens and a church,...
Reviewed by:Petra from on Aug 06 2006
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