Burggarten: A Green Oasis in Vienna's Heart
Escape the city bustle in this former imperial garden, now a peaceful park with monuments, a butterfly house, and the stunning Palmenhaus.
The Burggarten, once the private garden of the Habsburg emperors, is now a public park offering a tranquil escape in the heart of Vienna. Located next to the Hofburg Palace, it features statues, a pond, and the Palmenhaus, a beautiful Art Nouveau glasshouse.
A brief summary to Burggarten
- Josefsplatz 1, Vienna, Innere Stadt, 1010, AT
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- Monday 7 am-5:30 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-5:30 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-5:30 pm
- Thursday 7 am-5:30 pm
- Friday 7 am-5:30 pm
- Saturday 7 am-5:30 pm
- Sunday 7 am-5:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit the Palmenhaus for coffee or a meal amidst tropical plants and butterflies.
- Look for the Lipizzaner stallions in their outdoor paddocks.
- Enjoy a picnic on the lawn while admiring the views of the Hofburg Palace.
- Find the Mozart statue and snap a photo with the musical genius.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
The Burggarten is easily accessible by public transport. Take the U2 subway line to Museumsquartier station, which is a short walk away. Alternatively, tram lines 1, 2, D, or 71 stop at Burgring, located along the edge of the park. Bus 2A also stops at Albertinaplatz. A single public transport fare within Vienna costs €3.
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Walking
If you are visiting the Hofburg Palace or the Albertina, you are already in close proximity to the Burggarten. Simply walk along the Ringstrasse or through the Hofburg complex to reach the park's entrances. The Goethe monument marks the southeast entrance.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Vienna. A short taxi ride from Wien Hbf (main train station) to the Burggarten will cost approximately €7-€9 and take about 5 minutes. From Westbahnhof, a taxi ride to the Burggarten will cost approximately €8-€11 and take about 7 minutes. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Bolt also operate in Vienna.
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