Hofburg
palace · Vienna · Austria
- Address
- Michaelerkuppel, 1010 Vienna
- Links
- Google Maps
About
The former imperial palace complex, now home to museums, the Spanish Riding School and the offices of the Austrian president.
History
It was the seat of the Habsburg rulers for centuries.
Good to know
- The imperial apartments and the Sisi Museum are ticketed; check the official site.
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