Explore the Sprawling Grounds of Schonbrunn Palace

The iconic Schӧnbrunn Palace is one of the most gorgeous Baroque complexes in Europe. The magnificent palace was originally used as a summer home for the royal Habsburgs. But today, it’s open to the public, and you can step inside to find out how some of the wealthiest and most influential people in Europe lived hundreds of years ago. The palace contains an astounding 1,441 rooms, yet only 40 of them are open for exploration. Over the years, many different renowned people have stayed in these prestigious apartments, including Mozart, Napoleon, and President Kennedy. As a result, you can easily envision what the chambers were like hundreds of years ago because they have been preserved in immaculate shape.

One of the best things about the Schӧnbrunn Palace is that you can wander around the gardens for free. Although they’re impressive at any time of year, the gardens are most spectacular during summer, when the trees are thick with green leaves and the flowerbeds are bursting with color.