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The Hofburg (German: [hoːf.buʁk]) is the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty in Austria. Located in the centre of Vienna, it was built in the 13th century and expanded several times afterwards. It also served as the imperial winter residence, as Schönbrunn Palace was the summer residence.
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- Vienna, Austria
Dec 27, 2023 · Hofburg Palace dome detail. Together with its many squares and gardens, the Hofburg occupies an area of some 59 acres and is, in many ways, a "city-within-a-city" comprising 18 groups of buildings, 19 courtyards, and a staggering 2,600 rooms. As a result, you can break your visit down into more manageable portions.
The Hofburg Palace covers an area of 240,000 square meters and includes numerous buildings, gardens, courtyards and squares. It is an outstanding example of architectural development through the centuries, as the buildings feature different styles, including Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical elements.
From 16,00 € Buy the ticket. Vienna’s top attraction is Hofburg, the Imperial Palace, the winter residence of the Habsburgs who divided their residence and official receptions between this exceptional palace and a no less sumptuous summer residence, Schönbrunn Palace.
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Splendor and glory in the heart of the inner city: Marvel at the private apartments and stunning staterooms of the former imperial family, and discover the many museums and collections of the Imperial Palace. For more than seven centuries, the empire of the Habsburgs was ruled from here. Even after the monarchy, it remains the official seat of ...
Originally a medieval fortified castle dating from the 13th century, the Hofburg was extended by each emperor. The sprawling, asymmetric complex which extends over 240,000 m² consists of 18 wings, 19 courtyards and 2,600 rooms in which nearly 5,000 people still work and live today.
