Visit Hellbrunn Palace with trick fountains
Salzburg Altstadt, Austria • 
Must Do
Must DoSalzburg Altstadt, Austria
Must Do
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Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
13°C – 23°C, warm temperatures with a slightly higher chance of rain, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 23°C, warm temperatures with a slightly higher chance of rain, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
Value for money
Medium
Price is fair for the unique experience and gardens.
Price is fair for the unique experience and gardens.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Fun Surprise
Couples loved the playful trick fountains and the unexpected water surprises. Great for laughs!
Beautiful Gardens
Visitors found the gardens perfect for a romantic stroll. The scenery was stunning and relaxing.
Delightful Visit
Couples found this a unique and fun experience. The audio guide was very informative.
Limited Access
Some couples found the palace interior limited. Not ideal for those with mobility issues.
Short Tour
The tour was too short for some. They wanted more time to explore the fountains.
Overcrowded Times
Visitors reported crowded conditions. Peak season may lead to a less intimate experience.
Hours of operation
Monday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Tuesday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Wednesday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Thursday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Friday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Saturday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Sunday
09:30 AM - 04:30 PM
In-depth experience
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Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Explore Hellbrunn Palace & Trick Fountains with this walking tour.
Discover a fascinating peek of Hellbrunn Palace & Trick Fountains.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-2-4°C
February remains cold in Salzburg, with average temperatures between -1.8°C and 3.5°C. Precipitation chance is 90%, with occasional snowfall.
February remains cold in Salzburg, with average temperatures between -1.8°C and 3.5°C. Precipitation chance is 90%, with occasional snowfall.
Closed
Hellbrunn Palace and its trick fountains are closed during February.
Hellbrunn Palace and its trick fountains are closed during February.
Not recommended
February is not an ideal time to visit Hellbrunn Palace as it remains closed, and the weather is cold with possible snow.
February is not an ideal time to visit Hellbrunn Palace as it remains closed, and the weather is cold with possible snow.
March
LOW
1-8°C
March sees a slight warming trend, with average temperatures from 0.7°C to 8.3°C. Precipitation chance is 87%, with occasional rain and snow.
March sees a slight warming trend, with average temperatures from 0.7°C to 8.3°C. Precipitation chance is 87%, with occasional rain and snow.
Closed
Hellbrunn Palace and its trick fountains are closed during March.
Hellbrunn Palace and its trick fountains are closed during March.
Not recommended
March is not recommended for visiting Hellbrunn Palace as it remains closed, and the weather is still cool with potential rain and snow.
March is not recommended for visiting Hellbrunn Palace as it remains closed, and the weather is still cool with potential rain and snow.
April
MEDIUM
4-14°C
April brings milder weather to Salzburg, with average temperatures between 3.8°C and 14.2°C. Precipitation chance is 83%, with occasional rain and rare snow.
April brings milder weather to Salzburg, with average temperatures between 3.8°C and 14.2°C. Precipitation chance is 83%, with occasional rain and rare snow.
Open
Hellbrunn Palace and its trick fountains reopen in April, operating daily from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with the last admission at 4:30 PM.
Hellbrunn Palace and its trick fountains reopen in April, operating daily from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with the last admission at 4:30 PM.
Recommended
April is a good time to visit Hellbrunn Palace as it reopens to the public. The weather is milder, and tourist crowds are moderate, allowing for a pleasant experience.
April is a good time to visit Hellbrunn Palace as it reopens to the public. The weather is milder, and tourist crowds are moderate, allowing for a pleasant experience.
May
MEDIUM
10-20°C
Mild temperatures with moderate chances of rain.
Mild temperatures with moderate chances of rain.
Open
Open daily from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM; last admission at 5:30 PM.
Open daily from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM; last admission at 5:30 PM.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and manageable crowds, making it a good time to visit before the peak season.
May offers pleasant weather and manageable crowds, making it a good time to visit before the peak season.
How to get there
Bike
Recommended
Cyclists can use the Hellbrunner Allee, a scenic path leading directly from the city to the palace.
Bus
Recommended
Bus line 25 provides direct service from Salzburg's main railway station and city center to the Schloss Hellbrunn stop, near the palace entrance.
Car
Recommended
Travelers can drive to Hellbrunn Palace via the A10 motorway, taking the Salzburg Süd exit. Ample parking is available on-site.
Boat
Seasonal boat trips on the Salzach River from the Marko-Feingold-Steg to a landing stage near Hellbrunn, followed by a shuttle to the palace entrance.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available and offer a direct route to Hellbrunn Palace.
Walking
Visitors can walk to Hellbrunn Palace via the Hellbrunner Allee.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
