About this experience
Discover Vienna, the City of Music, on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Immerse yourself in the Imperial City’s charm as you explore sights like Ringstrasse, Schönbrunn Palace & Prater Park.
Highlights
- Discover Vienna’s history with a hop-on, hop-off bus tour by double-decker bus
- Explore Vienna’s grand palaces: Schönbrunn, Hofburg, and Belvedere
- Upgrade to a 48-hour pass for a guided walking tour of Vienna’s imperial history
- See iconic sights like the Museums Quartier and the Vienna State Opera
- Travel through old and modern Vienna, from Hofburg Palace to Danube Island
What's included
- 24- or 48-Hour Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
- Free VOX digital walking tour download (48-hour options only)
- Guided Walking Tour (if option selected)
- Audio commentary in 9 languages onboard (headphones provided)
- Viennese Hotdog Plate (if option selected)
- Panoramic Night Tour by Double-decker Bus (if option selected)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Explore Vienna at your own pace with a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour aboard a double-decker bus. Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour pass and enjoy the freedom to discover the city’s baroque beauty and modern marvels. With engaging audio commentary on-board, immerse yourself in Vienna's history and culture as you visit iconic landmarks like the Vienna State Opera, Hofburg Palace, and Schönbrunn Palace.
Opt for the 48-hour ticket to enhance your journey with a Guided City Walking Tour led by a licensed guide, offering insights into Vienna's imperial past. This walking tour of Imperial Vienna highlights the Albertina Museum, Hofburg Palace, the Spanish Riding School and key historic sites like Michaelerplatz and the Graben. It concludes at St. Stephen’s Cathedral in the heart of the Old Town.
The City Route highlights both old Vienna and modern Vienna, from the grandeur of the Museum Quarter to the futuristic architecture of UNO City and Danube Island. The Palace Route takes you through Vienna’s outskirts to see architectural gems like Belvedere Palace and the expressionist landmark, Hundertwasserhaus.
Whether you have one day or two, this tour offers a flexible and comprehensive way to experience Vienna. Discover the city’s charm, history, and energy on your terms, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Operating hours
09:30-17:30
Terms & conditions
The first tour departs from Big Bus Stop #1: Opera at 9:30 AM, with buses every 30 -45 mins (last at 4:30 PM).
Board and activate your mobile voucher or QR at any Big Bus stop.
Infants aged 4 and under travel free and do not require a ticket.
Headphones are provided, or bring your own.
Download the free Big Bus App for live bus tracking, stop locations, service updates, and more.
If you selected the 48-hour ticket with a guided walking tour, it departs daily at 11:30 AM from Stop 1: Opera (Walfischgasse 2), in English, lasting approx. 90 mins.
48-hour tickets also include a code for the Vox POPGuide app, offering two self-guided tours (Secrets of Vienna or Vienna in the 19th Century) in six languages. Your code is on the ticket receipt when you activate your QR with Big Bus staff; download the POPGuide app to redeem and enjoy.
The 48-Hour + Walking Tour ticket includes a free Viennese Sausage Plate at ZUM KAISER Sausage Stand, located a one-minute walk from Big Bus Stop 1.