Strolling through Vienna with Princess Sissi, experiencing the European royal style

Vienna is the 'Capital of Music' and the birthplace of 'The Blue Danube'. It is the capital and largest city of Austria. Before World War I, Vienna was the capital of the Holy Roman Empire, the Archduchy of Austria, the Austrian Empire, and the Austro-Hungarian Empire. During the centuries of Habsburg rule, Vienna once rose to become the cultural and political center of Europe.

When mentioning Vienna, one cannot avoid the legendary queen of Austria. The wildly popular 'Sissi' trilogy not only made the name of this Austrian queen widely known but also lifted a corner of the veil over life in European royalty. Strolling through the streets of Vienna, you can feel the atmosphere of royal life everywhere. With the Vienna Pass, you can visit these royal attractions for free—collect them now.

Schönbrunn Palace, a landmark of Vienna, is the filming location of 'Sissi'. It is the most famous and beautiful Baroque palace in Austria and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Travel back in time to the Middle Ages; the Austrian royal family, including Franz I and Princess Sissi, lived here day after day for over a hundred years. Schönbrunn Palace, with its slow passage of time, has witnessed royal stories both beautiful and poignant. The guided tour will take you into the stunning details hidden behind gilded doors, exploring the unknown aspects of royal life.

Entering Schönbrunn Palace, the figures of Sissi and her husband Franz I chatting merrily seem to appear right before your eyes, but just a few steps away, you might suddenly encounter Sissi's melancholy around a corner.

Here you will find beautiful fountains, neatly trimmed hedges and lawns, and encounter cheeky red squirrels. Of course, the crown jewel of Schönbrunn Palace is the Gloriette. Its magnificent colonnade structure rises from a high hill above the entire palace, once used by the royal family as an informal garden restaurant and breakfast room. Times have changed; now a café sits here, where you can sip coffee and enjoy the most spectacular panoramic view of Vienna.

Recalling the movie 'Sissi', the princess was noble and charming, pure and passionate, and her dreamy love story with Franz I made countless young girls yearn for it.

[Stills from 'Sissi']

What did the historical Sissi look like? Was her love story with Franz I as beautiful as in the movie? Put on a VR headset, and Sissi will come to life again, becoming the captain of an epic cruise that takes you through the imperial veins of Vienna, opening the chest of memories to tell the fascinating and turbulent royal tales she experienced.

Sissi's Time Travel

It seems the entire city of Vienna is influenced by the royal family; the noble aura permeates every breath of air and every corner. From elegant classical music to graceful waltzes, Vienna never lacks music and dance. Even in the streets and alleys, melodious music can be heard from time to time. Viennese Classicism drew nourishment from the vast folk music culture, achieving the peak of world music culture at the turn of the 18th and 19th centuries. Travel back in time and experience an emotional music night with the Vienna Salon Orchestra, performing the golden age of opera.

The concert repertoire includes classic pieces by great composers such as Mozart, Johann Strauss, Johann Strauss II, Puccini, and others. Through the heartfelt performances of the musicians and ballet dancers, you can feel the eternal flow from classicism to romanticism in the notes.

After listening to the classical concert, close your eyes, relax your body and mind, and let yourself dance to the melody of the waltz. Just as the elegant Sissi and the upright Franz once caused a sensation in noble circles with a waltz at a ball.

More than 150 years ago, Johann·Schani·Strauss made the Viennese waltz famous worldwide. The dreams of millions of dancers are built on the three-quarter time signature. Learning the beauty of the waltz where it was born is truly enchanting. The Rulf Dance School is located in the old city center and offers waltz lessons to tourists. By the end of the lesson, you will no longer have to linger at the edge of the ballroom!

In our impression, royalty mostly hold tall glasses and nibble delicately on fine dishes with intricately patterned knives and forks. But Princess Sissi, born in Bavaria, subverted these formalities by bringing beer and pork knuckles into the royal court.

Today, Austria has become one of the countries with the highest beer consumption rates in the world, offering a dazzling variety of beers. This tour will not only take you through the brewing process but also teach you the best way to taste each unique beer. End your royal journey in Vienna with a hearty drink, sealing those true and false historical tales in alcohol, and embark on a new journey.

Go City accompanies you through time and space, starting a unique royal journey.

Travelogue Index: 1. Schönbrunn Palace Guided Tour (Original price €36, free with Vienna Pass) 2. Sissi's Time Travel (Original price €12, free with Vienna Pass) 3. Classical Concert at the Music Museum (Original price €42, free with Vienna Pass) 4. Waltz Experience Tour (Original price €25, free with Vienna Pass) 5. Craft Beer Tasting Tour (Original price €29, free with Vienna Pass) Travel Information Hotel Index Guide Index Airfare Index Website Navigation Travel Index Cruise Index Corporate Travel Index Franchise Cooperation Distribution Alliance Friendship Links Corporate Gift Card Purchase Insurance Agency Agency Cooperation Hotel Franchise Destination and Scenic Area Cooperation More Franchise Cooperation About Trip.com About Trip.com Trip.com Highlights Contact Us Careers User Agreement Privacy Policy Business License Security Center Trip.com Content Center Intellectual Property Trip.com Group Algorithm Disclosure