Empress Sisi Virtual Reality Boat Ride & Flight Tickets Vienna

Empress Elisabeth (Sisi): the woman behind the legend

Elisabeth of Bavaria, called Sisi, was born in Munich in 1837 and became Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary through her marriage to Emperor Franz Joseph I in 1854. Famous for her beauty, her long hair and her love of travel, she struggled with court life in Vienna and spent long periods away, in Hungary, on Corfu and across Europe. She was assassinated in Geneva in 1898.

The experience starts with a multimedia presentation that tells her story through film and amusing anecdotes, so you learn who Sisi was even if you have never visited the Hofburg or seen the classic films. It is a friendly introduction for visitors who want context before seeing Schönbrunn Palace or the Sisi Museum.

The virtual reality boat ride

After the presentation you step into the virtual reality part of Sisi's Amazing Journey. You sit on boat simulators that move with the scenes and put on a virtual reality headset that carries you across the water on a short voyage linked to Sisi's life and her love of travel.

The ride is gentle and lasts only a few minutes, and the moving seats make it feel more physical than a film. Guests who tend to feel dizzy in virtual reality can close their eyes during the ride or ask the staff for advice.

The 360-degree flight above Vienna

The final scene is a 360-degree virtual flight above Vienna. You glide over the city's skyline and landmarks and can look in every direction as the view moves, which gives a memorable overview of the capital of the Habsburg empire.

It is a fun way to preview Vienna's layout before you walk it, and it adds a modern twist to a city known for classical music and imperial history. The whole experience lasts about 30 minutes, so it fits between visits to the Hofburg, the Opera or a coffee house.

Practical information: tickets, times and families

Your ticket includes admission, the 30-minute experience, the VR boat ride, the virtual flight and an audio guide in ten languages, including English. The venue is air-conditioned and wheelchair-accessible. Start times are shown in the booking panel when you choose your date, so pick one that suits your sightseeing plans.

There are age categories for children, seniors and students with ID, listed in the booking panel. Hotel pickup, food and beverages are not included. Plan around 45 minutes in total including arrival. It also works well for groups of friends, as sessions are short and the venue is easy to reach from the city centre.