Hermesvilla: Sisi's Palace of Dreams
Explore the former imperial residence of Empress Sisi, a romantic 'Palace of Dreams' nestled in Vienna's Lainzer Tiergarten.
Nestled in the Lainzer Tiergarten, the Hermesvilla is a former imperial residence gifted by Emperor Franz Joseph to Empress Elisabeth (Sisi) in the late 19th century. Today, it serves as a museum showcasing imperial life and a beautiful example of late-Romantic architecture.
A brief summary to Wien Museum Hermesvilla
- Lainzer Tiergarten, Vienna, Hietzing, 1130, AT
- +4318041324
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Take the U4 to Hietzing, then the 56B bus to Lainzer Tor, the main entrance to Lainzer Tiergarten, for easy access to Hermesvilla.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking in the Lainzer Tiergarten, as the trails can be uneven.
- Visit the Hermesvilla on the first Sunday of the month for free admission.
- Check the Wien Museum's website for current opening hours and special events.
- Bring binoculars to enhance your chances of spotting wildlife in the Lainzer Tiergarten.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From central Vienna, take the U4 subway line to Hietzing station. Transfer to the 56B bus, direction 'Lainzer Tiergarten', and get off at the final stop, 'Lainzer Tor'. From there, it's a walk through the Lainzer Tiergarten to the Hermesvilla. A single Vienna transport ticket costs €2.40.
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Walking
From the Speising tram stop (lines 60 and 62), walk along Hermesstraße to the Lainzer Tor entrance of the Lainzer Tiergarten. Follow the paths through the Tiergarten to reach the Hermesvilla. The walk from the tram stop to the Lainzer Tor takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Take a taxi or ride-share from central Vienna to the Lainzer Tor entrance of the Lainzer Tiergarten. Specify 'Lainzer Tiergarten, Lainzer Tor' as your destination. From there, walk through the Tiergarten to the Hermesvilla. The estimated cost from central Vienna is between €20-€25.
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