The Hofburg (German: [hoːf.buʁk]) is the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty in Austria. Located in the center of Vienna, it was built in the 13th century by Ottokar II of Bohemia and expanded several times afterwards. It also served as the imperial winter residence, as Schönbrunn Palace was the summer

Sisi Museum, Spanish Riding School, Imperial Apartments, and Heldenplatz are the highlights of the Imperial Palace, one of the biggest palace complexes in the world.

Learn about the amazing life of Empress Sisi of the Hapsburg monarchy on a guided walking tour in Vienna. Explore the Hofburg Imperial Palace, containing the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments.

The 13th-century Hofburg Imperial Palace is an imposing complex of buildings in the center of Vienna. It has been the residence of various rulers of the Holy Roman Empire, the Habsburg Monarchy, the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy over the centuries and has served as the official residence of the Austrian Federal President since 1946.

Dec 27, 2023 · Vienna's Imperial Palace, the Hofburg, was for centuries the seat of the Habsburgs, rulers of Austria until the end of WWI. A great deal of European history was written here, in particular by Empress Maria and, for a while, the German Emperor.

Constructed in the 17th century, the immense Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna was the summer residence of the Austrian imperial family for several hundred years. Its stunning Baroque architecture, lavish interiors and beautiful gardens are well worth a visit.

Nov 27, 2024 · Located in the old town at the centre of Vienna, the Hofburg area covers a collection of former imperial and court buildings occupied by the ruling Habsburg dynasty between the 13th and early 20th centuries. The complex is not …

Hofburg, vast complex of buildings in the center of Vienna, Austria, that was the former imperial palace and winter palace of the Habsburg dynasty and has been since 1946 the official residence and office of the president of Austria.

The Hofburg Imperial Palace is located in Vienna, the capital of the Republic of Austria. This architectural complex spans various styles, from Gothic to Historicism. Over time, the buildings have undergone numerous renovations and expansions, transforming it …

How can you experience the Hofburg Imperial Palace in Vienna while still having fun? Access this compact guide of what to see and how to tour.