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Butterflyhouse Hofburg Palace and its collection

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The Schmetterlinghaus, the Butterfly House in Vienna is a large historical Jugendstil greenhouse built in 1902 where you can experience hundreds of live free-flying tropical butterflies in a recreation of their tropical environment. It is part of the Imperial Hofburg Palace and open every day of the year.

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Butterflyhouse Hofburg Palace
Schmetterlinghaus Palmenhaus
Burggarten Hofburg Vienna
1010 Vienna

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Opening hours

Open EVERY DAY of the year:
Summer: April - October
Monday-Sunday and public holidays: 10:00-17:45
Winter: November-March
Monday-Sunday and public holidays: 10:00-15:45

Admission

Adults€10.00
Children from 3 years up to school age€6.00
Disabled€8.00
Pensioners€8.00
Seniors€8.00
City pass€8.00
Students (up to 26)€8.00

Free:
Kindergarten teachers, teachers: 1 accompanying adult for every 5 children
Severely disabled (100%, ID) and accompanying person

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Coffee
Museum shop
Child-friendly

Location & Map

Schmetterlinghaus Palmenhaus, Vienna

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Butterflyhouse Hofburg Palace in Vienna offers visitors a tropical escape within the historic Hofburg Palace complex. This small but charming attraction houses a variety of colorful butterflies in a warm, humid environment. Visitors can observe these delicate creatures up close as they flutter freely around the greenhouse-like space. The experience is generally pleasant, with many guests appreciating the peaceful atmosphere and the opportunity to see exotic butterfly species. However, some visitors note that the space is relatively small and can become crowded during peak times. The staff is often described as friendly and knowledgeable, providing interesting information about the butterflies and their lifecycles. While the Butterflyhouse may not be a major attraction in Vienna, it offers a nice diversion, especially for nature enthusiasts or families with children. Keep in mind that the visit is typically short, lasting around 30-45 minutes for most people. Some visitors feel the entrance fee is a bit high for the size of the attraction, but others find the experience worth the cost. The location within the Hofburg Palace complex makes it convenient to combine with other nearby attractions.

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