Burggarten, Vienna Travel Guide

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Escape to Vienna's Burggarten: a former imperial garden offering tranquility, art, and history in the heart of the city near the Hofburg Palace.

The Burggarten, once the private garden of Emperor Franz I, is now a public park offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of Vienna. It features statues of Mozart and Emperor Franz Joseph, a butterfly house, and the Palmenhaus café, providing a blend of history, culture, and nature.

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Opening hours

  • Every day7 am–5:30 pm

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Josefsplatz 1, 1010 Wien
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Public Transport

The Burggarten is easily accessible via Vienna's public transport system. The closest subway stations are Herrengasse (U3) and Museumsquartier (U2). Tram lines 1, 2, D, and 71 stop at Burgring, which runs along the park's edge. Bus 2A stops at Albertinaplatz. A single ticket for public transport within Vienna costs €2.40. From the Burgring tram stop, walk towards the Hofburg Palace; the park entrance will be on your left.

Walking

The Burggarten is located in Vienna's city center and is easily reachable on foot from many major attractions. From Stephansplatz, walk west along Graben and Kohlmarkt towards the Hofburg Palace. Continue through the Hofburg courtyards, following signs for the Burggarten. The walk takes approximately 10-15 minutes and offers scenic views of Vienna's historic architecture. There are no costs associated with walking to the Burggarten.

Taxi

Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available throughout Vienna. A short taxi ride from the city center to the Burggarten typically costs between €7 and €12, depending on traffic and the specific starting point. Several taxi apps operate in Vienna, allowing you to book a ride and pay via card. The base fare is €3.80, plus about €1.45 per kilometer. From the taxi drop-off point on Burgring, walk towards the Hofburg Palace; the park entrance will be on your left.

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Overview

The Burggarten, located in Vienna's Innere Stadt (1st district), is a public park with a rich imperial history. Originally created as the private garden of Emperor Franz I in the early 19th century, it was designed by Ludwig Gabriel von Remy and court gardener Franz Antoine after Napoleon's troops destroyed the city's fortifications. The park was opened to the public in 1919, following the fall of the monarchy.The Burggarten offers a serene atmosphere with manicured lawns and various monuments. Notable features include the Mozart Monument, a popular photo spot, and statues of Emperor Franz Joseph and Francis I. The Palmenhaus, a stunning Art Nouveau glasshouse, houses a café-restaurant and a butterfly house. In 2021, a section of the park was converted into paddocks for the Lipizzaner stallions of the Spanish Riding School.Visitors can relax by the pond with the Hercules Fountain, admire the various statues, or enjoy a coffee at the Palmenhaus. The park provides beautiful views of the surrounding architecture, including the Hofburg Palace and the Albertina Museum. The Burggarten is a popular filming location and was featured in the series 'Vienna Blood'.

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