Imperial Crypt

The Imperial Crypt lies beneath the Capuchin Church, and it's easy to miss if you just walk around. It's quite astonishing when you think that so many of the Habsburg line were buried here: 150 royals, including 12 emperors and 19 empresses/queens, from 1633 to the present day. There's written information at each tomb about their life and death. A fantastic read! One of the most impressive tombs I found to be was Maria Theresa's. It's literally fills up an entire room on its own, while lying at her feet is her son, Joseph II, with a plain coffin. You can also find here the tomb of Emperor Franz Joseph I, the last emperor buried here, Empress Sisi and Crown Prince Rudolf. The visit to the crypts is definitely worth it's price. You can easily spend up to 1.5 hours here. Bring your jacket, since it gets cold!

Wow - didn’t think a “museum” of sarcophaguses would be so interesting! Even my kid found it fascinating! Some of the sarcophaguses are so detailed and although most of them are eerie, it’s also very interesting to see how they were customized for that Individual (royal). Definitely worth a visit!

I arrived in Vienna on a Saturday morning. After settling into my hotel, I decided to go for a stroll around the neighborhood and find some local lunch. During this walk, I stumbled upon a completely unexpected place: the Capuchin Church. It immediately reminded me of a school case study I had done on the Habsburg dynasty, and I decided to make a detour to see it up close. After making a small donation and lighting some candles, I found my way to the basement. I was excited to see the Imperial Crypt—the final resting place for generations of Austrian royalty. It was an eerie, quiet place; the air was cool and heavy with the weight of history. It truly felt like I had traveled back in time. The crypt itself was a chillingly elegant gallery of eternal slumber. Each tomb, a silent monolith of power and artistry, was a testament to the lives they once lived and the empires they ruled. The craftsmanship on each crypt was incredibly detailed and breathtaking. As I walked among the elaborate sarcophagi, I was struck by the thought that these royal figures have been resting in these sealed tombs for so many years. The feeling of wandering among them, a lone intruder in their silent court, was both thrilling and profound. It was a fascinating and slightly spooky experience, well worth skipping lunch for. And no, I didn't lose my appetite, though.

Breathtaking experience, must visit spot in Vienna. So much history in a single place. Pictures don't do justice to greatness of this place.

Such a magnificent place , and definitely a gems in Vienna ! I was so shocked about Maria Theresia great crypt but also Sissi & Franz Joseph was interesting . So definitely recommend especially if you would like to see something unique about the Habsburg monarchy history

Very cool experience. The sarcophagi are works of art. If death freaks you out this might not be the thing to see. Many historic Habsburgs are entombed here. If you’re a history buff this is definitely a place to visit.

Just WOW! Amazing gem not really famous but it should be! Entrance: 13 for adults and 10 for students. One of the best things i have seen in vienna

Very cool! Elaborate coffins and fascinating facts about the people in each of them. It was quite larger than I expected or to be! They have royals buried there as recent as 2023!! Crazy. Definitely worth a trip! Inexpensive, too.