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Burgtheater

Burgtheater – Theatre in Vienna, opened in 1741. No events are listed right now, but here is everything you need to know before you visit: how to get there, where to park, where to stay and where to eat nearby.

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About Burgtheater

The Burgtheater (German: [ˈbʊʁk.teˌaːtɐ]; literally: "Castle Theater" but alternatively translated as " Court Theater", originally known as K.K. Theater an der Burg, then until 1918 as the K.K. Hofburgtheater, is the national theater of Austria, located in Vienna. It is the most important German-language theater and one of the most important theatres in the world. The Burgtheater was opened in 1741 and has become known as die Burg by the Viennese population; its theater company has created a traditional style and speech typical of Burgtheater performances.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • Rathausplatz, BurgtheaterTram stop50 m · 1 min walk
  • HerrengasseMetro station320 m · 5 min walk
  • SchottentorTram stop390 m · 6 min walk
  • Ring/Volkstheater UTram stop410 m · 7 min walk
  • Wien Schottentor (Tiefgeschoß)Tram stop430 m · 7 min walk
  • RathausMetro station440 m · 7 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Wikidata (CC0)

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Burgtheater: FAQs

What's on at Burgtheater?

There are no upcoming events listed at Burgtheater right now.

Where is Burgtheater?

Burgtheater is located at Universitätsring 2, Vienna, 1010.

What is the nearest station to Burgtheater?

The nearest station is Rathausplatz, Burgtheater (Tram stop), about 50 m from Burgtheater.

Which hotels are closest to Burgtheater?

The closest places to stay are Ehem. Palais Orsini-Rosenberg, Batthyány, ehem. Hotel Klomser (260 m), Radisson Blu Style Hotel, Vienna (310 m), and Ehem. Zivnostenská banka; Radisson Blu Style Hotel (310 m).

When did Burgtheater open?

Burgtheater opened in 1741.