IMPERIAL CARRIAGE MUSEUM

The Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna in Schönbrunn Palace invites you to take a walk through the history of Austria. Marvel at the Baroque imperial coach and stroll along the “Sisi Trail” to get to know more about Empress Elisabeth.

The Imperial Carriage Museum hosts a unique collection of horse-driven carriages, motor vehicles, and other locomotives that symbolize the enchanting world of European royalty. The museum’s exhibits have been widely regarded as the most well-preserved fleet of royal wagons and cars in Europe. Besides the vehicles, the museum also has a wide range of opulent ceremonial robes, servants’ livery, and harnesses on display. The moment you step inside, you will find yourself transported to the era of Maria Theresa, Napoleon Bonaparte, Franz Joseph, and several other prominent figures of the 18th and early 19th century. The Imperial Carriage Museum is particularly well-known for its assortment of royal items that once belonged to Empress Elisabeth (‘Sisi’), including her wedding carriage, saddle, and imperial clothes. Special exhibition From 18 Dec 2020 to 11 Apr 2021, the museum will also host a special exhibition titled ‘Corona’s Ancestors - Masks and Epidemics at the Viennese Court 1500 - 1918’. As the name suggests, the exhibition will explore the lives and political upheavals surrounding several harrowing pandemics that were rampant between the 16th and 20th centuries. The event aims to foster a broader understanding of how we lived in the perpetual fear of epidemics for most of human history. Some of the most characteristic objects that served as witnesses of past pandemics, such as carnival and tournament masks worn by nobles of the Viennese court, will also be on display. You will also see Habsburg’s ‘garments of mourning’ and fascinating documents that talk about the history of vaccination.

Buy this money-saving combo ticket that gives you access to both the Imperial Carriage Museum and the Imperial Treasury Museum in Vienna. The Imperial Carriage Museum hosts a unique collection of horse-driven carriages, motor vehicles, and other locomotives that symbolize the enchanting world of European royalty. The museum’s exhibits have been widely regarded as the most well-preserved fleet of royal wagons and cars in Europe. Besides the vehicles, the museum also has a wide range of opulent ceremonial robes, servants’ livery, and harnesses on display. The moment you step inside, you will find yourself transported to the era of Maria Theresa, Napoleon Bonaparte, Franz Joseph, and several other prominent figures of the 18th and early 19th centuries. The Imperial Carriage Museum is particularly well-known for its assortment of royal items that once belonged to Empress Elisabeth (‘Sisi’), including her wedding carriage, saddle, and imperial clothes. Imperial Treasury Museum Discover the enchanting treasures of the Habsburgs in the Swiss Wing, the oldest part of the Hofburg Palace! Uncover treasures of the past as you gasp at the jewels of the Habsburgs and parts of Empress Elisabeth’s original jewelry. Stored away securely here are the most precious jewels: among them is one of the world’s largest emeralds that testify to the former power of the Habsburg dynasty. But that’s not all; you’ll also see treasures of the Order of the Golden Fleece as well as the collections of the Cradle of the King of Rome (Napoleon II). Watch out for legendary treasures like the Holy Lance from the 8th century, the world’s largest agate bowl (the Holy Grail), and the Austrian Imperial Crown.