Big Bus Vienna Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
Vienna, Austria
- 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Soak up 360° views of Vienna’s top attractions—and see the best of the city—with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket for a double-decker Big Bus. Pass Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Belvedere, and disembark whenever an attraction captures your attention. Enjoy flexible sightseeing on two different routes, plus audio commentary on board and free Wi-Fi.
- Discover Vienna at your own pace with this convenient, flexible option
- For an alternative experience, set out to see the city after dark
- The onboard audio commentary shares the stories behind the sights
- Check off multiple city highlights without hours of walking
What's Included
- Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket to suit your itinerary
- Live Guided City Walking Tour included with selected tickets
- Audio commentary in 8 languages and free WiFi
- Free VOX Digital Walking Tour Download
- Viennese Hotdog Plate (if option selected)
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.
Itinerary
Your Vienna Big Bus ticket is valid from the time of first use. Enjoy the option of two routes as you pass all the capital city’s must-see attractions.
If you’d like to sit back, relax, and watch the world go by, stay on board for the entire loop. Audio commentary is available to provide a richer understanding of each major landmark that you pass. To discover Vienna on foot, hop off at any of the stops.
Soak up the imperial architecture, the blue waters of the Danube or check out the delectable cake shops and cafes. See the former residence of the Habsburg dynasty at the Hofburg Palace, and have your camera on hand to capture St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Other top attractions include Schönbrunn Palace, the Vienna State Opera and more.
Enjoy your choice between a 24- or 48-hour options.
Alternatively, book a nighttime bus tour for a different view of the city.
If you’d like to sit back, relax, and watch the world go by, stay on board for the entire loop. Audio commentary is available to provide a richer understanding of each major landmark that you pass. To discover Vienna on foot, hop off at any of the stops.
Soak up the imperial architecture, the blue waters of the Danube or check out the delectable cake shops and cafes. See the former residence of the Habsburg dynasty at the Hofburg Palace, and have your camera on hand to capture St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Other top attractions include Schönbrunn Palace, the Vienna State Opera and more.
Enjoy your choice between a 24- or 48-hour options.
Alternatively, book a nighttime bus tour for a different view of the city.
Red Route
13 Stops
36 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Operating Schedule: Full Circuit Time: 110 minutes (approx.) Bus Frequency: • Last bus: 16:30 • Monday to Thursday: every 30–45 minutes • Friday to Sunday: every 30 minutes Customers are advised to visit the Big Bus website or to download the Big Bus app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings. For on the day live bus tracking please down load the Big Bus App in advance.
1
Vienna State Opera
2
House of Music
3
Babenbergerstraße 9
4
Burgring 7
5
Vienna City Hall
6
Votive Church
7
Schwedenplatz
8
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
9
Vienna International Centre (VIC)
10
Reichsbrücke
11
City Cruises Vienna - DDSG Blue Danube
12
DDSG Blue Danube Schiffahrt GmbH
13
Stadtpark
Points of interest passed by on this route
Peterskirche
Albertina
Wiener Staatsoper
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Haus der Musik
Karlskirche
Belvedere Museum
Volksgarten
Kaiserliche Schatzkammer Wien
Volkstheater
The Hofburg
Naturhistorisches Museum Wien
Burggarten
St. Michael's Church
Heldenplatz
Museum of Modern Art Ludwig Foundation (MUMOK)
Kunsthalle Wien Museumsquartier
Leopold Museum
Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
MuseumsQuartier Wien
Naschmarkt
Rathaus
Beethoven Pasqualatihaus
Votivkirche
Am Hof
Hoher Markt
St. Rupert's Church (Ruprechtskirche)
Prater
Wiener Riesenrad
Madame Tussauds Wien
River Danube -Vienna
Danube Tower
Alte Donau
Donauinsel
Stadtpark
Mozarthaus Vienna
Blue Tour - Schönbrunn
7 Stops
8 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
Operating Schedule: Full Circuit Time: 85 minutes (approx.) Bus Frequency: • Last bus: 16:45 • Monday to Thursday: every 45 minutes • Friday to Sunday: every 30–45 minutes Customers are advised to visit the Big Bus website or to download the Big Bus app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings. For on the day live bus tracking please down load the Big Bus App in advance.
1
Albertina
2
Mariahilfer Gürtel 22-24
3
Mariahilfer Str. 212
4
Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 52
5
Am Hauptbahnhof
6
Vienna
7
Lower Belvedere
Points of interest passed by on this route
Schonbrunn Palace
Belvedere Museum
Haus Des Meeres Zoo
Mariahilfer Strasse
Technisches Museum Wien
Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna
Museum of Military History
Hundertwasserhaus
Non-Stop Panoramic Evening Tour
1 Stop
1 Point of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: Hop on our Evening Tour at Stop #1 on the Blue Route (#1: Opera (Walfischgasse 2, 1010 - Opposite Zara Home) The tour departs at 5:00pm and the duration is 1.5 hour. Please redeem your ticket with a staff member before boarding. Customers are advised to visit the Big Bus website or to download the Big Bus app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings. For on the day live bus tracking please down load the Big Bus App in advance.
1
Walfischgasse 2
Points of interest passed by on this route
Schonbrunn Palace
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- River Cruise departures may vary due to heavy rain, high- water or other circumstances – Please ask a Big Bus Staff member for detailed info.
- The Guided City Walking Tour starts from Stop 1: Opera. Departures: English Tour – daily at 11:30am. Duration: 90 minutes
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.0
based on 1,746 reviews
Sam_s, Apr 2026
I always enjoy taking the big bus—it’s definitely worth it! You can sit comfortably while seeing the most important parts of the city. And of course, it’s a great opportunity to take photos from an elevated view too
ClaudiaShirley_M, Apr 2026
For a first timer in Vienna- Vienna is history haven... tech central.. and combined- no wonder it is one of the richest countries on earth.
helen_c, Apr 2026
The 2 tours were excellent the only concern was that there are 2 companies conducting hop on hop off bus tours and people kept sending us to the wrong one. Directions need to be clearer.
Tapiwa_S, Mar 2026
Great way to see the city. I wish it did not stop at 4 and 4:30 ..... but its worth it. The information about the city is interesting and gives you insight on what you are seeing.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hello Tapiwa! We truly appreciate your wonderful review. It brings us joy to know that you enjoyed our tours as a fantastic way to explore the city. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Best, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Joyce_W, Mar 2026
The red route was much better than the blue route. Had more things to see. The blue route was good to get to Schonbrunn palace
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Joyce_W,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! It’s wonderful to hear that you had a positive experience with our service. We can't wait to have you back on one of our buses again! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Paul_W, Feb 2026
The Red bus route was the better of the 2 routes with more things to see in my opinion. obviously. It was nice to sit and see the sites after walking 60000 steps.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hi Paul_W, thank you for your great review. We are happy that you had a positive experience and liked more the red route during your recent visit with us. We look forward to have you aboard again one day soon! Best, Denisa from Big Bus Tours
Fe_P, Feb 2026
I was in Vienna in the middle of winter and wasn’t sure if the top level of the bus would be open or covered. I wanted to be at the top level so I could have a better view of the city tour but not to freeze.
I was happy to find out that it was covered from the winter cold and I could see clearly throughout the tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hi Fe_P, thank you for the amazing review. We are happy that you had such a great experience with us even on the cold season. Our team works hard to ensure a smooth experience for all our customers. We hope to have you on board again one day soon! Best, Denisa from Big Bus Tours
LaSandra_H, Jan 2026
It was a breeze. Once I had my QR code. I downloaded the big bus app which gave me a map of the closest bus stop we walked over and hopped on. We hopped off in a beautiful part of the Internet to enjoy lunch hopped back on to head back to our hotel and saw amazing sites. We loved using the headphones with the option for various languages to hear about the history and sites. Highly recommended.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hello LaSandra! Thank you for your lovely review. We are happy to hear that you had a great time and that you enjoyed our audio experience. We hope to see you soon! Ana from Big Bus Tours.
jane_r, Jan 2026
Staff were good-friendly and helpful.we waited at some stops a long time even though the timetable said we should be on time.we bought a 25 hour pass but the bus finishes at 6pm and starts 9am
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hi Jane! Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that you waited for some time at the bus stops. We want to let you know that you can always contact us via live chat and we are there to assist you! Hope to see you soon! Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Kathy_R, Dec 2025
Didn’t tell us river cruise wasn’t running and let us get off at the stop and waste time. Let people on the bus when there were no seats so had to stand and couldn’t listen to the your! Dhicking
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hi Kathy_R,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We are so sorry that the cruise was unavailable this time, and that you did not find available seats, as we understand this might have been disappointing. Please do not hesitate to contact us via our webform on the website or live chat, so we can offer you a solution. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 for you! We really hope that you will consider giving us another try in the future! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Dibbendu_G, Dec 2025
2 routes to cover important highlights of the city. The commentary is informative and apt. Buses are frequent.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hi Dibbendu_G,
We really appreciate your feedback! It means a lot to us to know that our guests enjoy their time on our tours. We pride ourselves on our 5* service and regularly refresh our staff training across all cities to make sure that you get the best possible experience. We can't wait to have you back on one of our buses again! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Joan_N, Dec 2025
This is a total waste of time. There is little commentary, music is stuck in a very short loop and bus people are less than helpful.
If this is a tour to learn about the city tell me something! We past very important buildings and places to the history of this city without even a mention as we drive by - just music!
When asked about the included walking tour the bus person told me it was useless and not to bother. Maybe they ought to say that before I paid for it!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hi Joan! Thank you for your review. We're sorry that the audio system wasn't working on one of our buses, and understand the impact this can have on your tour. We've made efforts to upgrade our tech across our global fleets, and we'd love the chance to welcome you aboard and share a new city with you one day soon! Ana from Big Bus Tours,
Eryka_J, Dec 2025
This is a great tour to do with people who have mobility challenges. My 83 year old mother can’t walk long distances, so this was a great way for her to see the highlights of the city without having to get off the bus.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hello Eryka_J. We appreciate your feedback. It brings us joy to know that you enjoyed your trip. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! Sincerely, Razvan from Big Bus Tours.
Zana_H, Dec 2025
Expensive for the amount of time you spend stopping and starting at lights, not the greatest of routes and some of it closed due to roadworks
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hi Zana_H. We are very sorry to learn that our bus tour did not meet your expectations. We would like to look into this matter further to ensure we can assist you properly. Please feel free to contact us directly via chat or email at your earliest convenience. We look forward to your prompt response, Razvan from Big Bus Tours.
Alice_y, Dec 2025
Good ride but hit the peak hours so a bit stuck in the trafflic. But the staff are friendly and give discounts on entrance fee
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hi Alice! Thank you so much for your review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great ride and that our team was friendly and provided you with a discount on the entrance fee. We can't wait to see you again soon! Cheers, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
colleen_s, Nov 2025
Great frequent services. The buses are very clean and the drivers were very welcoming and patient. Great options of routes.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hello colleen_s. We appreciate your feedback!
It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed our service and got to explore Vienna! We can’t wait to have you back soon! Best wishes, Razvan, Big Bus Tours
Mike_K, Nov 2025
We have used hop on hop off buses many times across Europe. We really enjoyed the Vienna trip and it helped us visit some of the Christmas markets.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hi Mike_K,
Thank you for your feedback! We are pleased to know that you enjoyed our service and you had the chance to explore Vienna! We want to make sure you get the best service possible, so we train our staff regularly. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
david_c, Nov 2025
Confusing ticket process and it took repeated attempts to obtain a printed ticket. the recorded narration could be improved to more clearly identify the buildings being spoken about.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hi david_c,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! It really helps us to improve our services. I would like to apologise for the issue with the headset and the confusion created about the ticketing process. If you ever need any information about the ticketing process or anything else before going on a tour, you can contact us for support via live chat, as we are there 24/7 for you! We hope that you will consider riding with us again, as we are sure you would have a better time! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
mariangelaccaa, Nov 2025
This hop on hop off offers 2 lines around the town. We bought the 48 hours and it gave us time to visit many points
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hi mariangelaccaa,
Thank you for your feedback! It's great to hear that you had the chance to explore the city with us! Here's a tip: we recommend using the Live Tracking feature on our app to help plan your route on the day. We hope to see you on a Big Bus Tour again soon! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Dorothy_M, Nov 2025
The Big Bus is a good way to see the top highlights of the area and pretty easy to use. You can get off when you want and see what interests you the most.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hi Dorothy_M,
Thank you for your feedback! It's wonderful to hear that you got to see the best highlights and you enjoyed your time with us! We focus on continuous training for our team to guarantee you receive excellent service. We can't wait to have you back on one of our buses again! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Robert_B, Oct 2025
The audio tour did not provide enough information. There were gaps in the audio where valuable history or cultural context could have been provided. The tour also seemed to sit in traffic quite a bit. We had a very short stay in Vienna and wished we hadn’t spent two hours on the bus. We bought a 24 hour pass and didn’t use the balance of it. The representative on the street was very nice and the bus was in good condition (the top glass roof is a plus on a rainy day).
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hello Robert, thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize that the wait times affected your trip; since we primarily operate in large cities, traffic can sometimes be unpredictable. We suggest utilizing the Live Tracking feature on our app to assist in planning your route for the day. Big Bus Tours takes pride in our top-notch audio experiences, which we have updated and implemented in most of our cities, with the remaining ones to follow shortly. We are confident that you will appreciate the audio guide on your next journey, so make sure to hop on another Big Bus Tour during your travels. Best regards, Alice @ Big Bus
Stephanie_Z, Oct 2025
The route itself was fine but with Vienna’s rich history and culture, the content in the commentary was quite disappointing. It was sparse and high level. Could have gone into more detail about the landmarks and museums as other city bus tours do.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hello Stephani, thank you for sharing your thoughts on the audio. Big Bus Tours takes pride in our top-notch audio experiences, which we have updated and introduced in most of our cities, with the remaining ones to come shortly. We believe you will appreciate the audio guide during your next journey, so make sure to hop on another Big Bus Tour the next time you travel. Best, Alice @ Big Bus
Jose_S, Oct 2025
It is an excellent way of exploring the city and the best places to visit. Also as you can get off and on, you can stop in one place and return after. It is flexible.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Jose_S, thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear you found the tour to be a great way to explore Vienna. The flexibility of hopping on and off really does make it easy to enjoy the city at your own pace.
Cheers and we hope to welcome you back soon! Gabriel - Big Bus Tours
Lissette_C, Oct 2025
Great tour and entertainment. Lots of historical information about the city in 1 1/2 hours! Definitely recommend it!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hello Lissette, it brings us great joy to learn that you enjoyed our tour and found it both wonderful and entertaining. We're also pleased that you appreciated the historical insights about the city.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we eagerly anticipate having you on board again soon. Alice w/Big Bus Tours
Phillip, Oct 2025
Not so easy to find bus stops, every sign is in German/Austrian. Traffic in Vienna is very heavy, like other major cities, with lots of traffic lights that seem to stay red for ages. Give yourself plenty of time. The tour itself was very informative. Phil Feldman
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hello Phillip, thank you for taking the time to share your review with us. We understand that when you're exploring a new city, it can be easy to overlook a stop, and we sincerely apologize if that caused any inconvenience during your trip. Our Find a Stop feature in the app is designed to assist you in locating stops accurately, complete with photos to ensure you're at the right location. Additionally, since we operate in larger cities, traffic can sometimes be unpredictable. We suggest utilizing the Live Tracking feature in our app to help you plan your route effectively on the day of your journey. Remember, we're here for you on Live Chat 24/7 if you need any assistance! Looking forward to seeing you again soon - Alice from Big Bus Tours
Patricia_F, Oct 2025
Great way to get around the city of Vienna. We were able to stop at different locations and listen to an explanation of all the buildings.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Patricia_F,
Thank you for your feedback! We are pleased to know that got to see the city and learn some of its history! We also recommend using the Live Tracking feature on our app to help plan your route on the day. We hope to see you on a Big Bus Tour again soon! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Agnes_B, Oct 2025
Very good big bus tour driver and audio commentary. The best part was the included walking tour we did after - absolutely fantastic, extremely knowledgeable and friendly guide. He’s 10 star
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Agnes_B,
Thank you for your feedback! We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service from our team. We focus on continuous training for our team to guarantee you receive excellent service. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Kathryn_Y, Oct 2025
Great activity for overview of whole city, as well as surrounding palace route. Always do this activity in every new city I go to for an orientation.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi Kathryn, thank you for taking the time to share your latest experience with Big Bus! I am happy to see that you have found our tours to be helpful in finding your way easier across the city. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and it’s wonderful to hear that our services have positively impacted your journey. We strive to make navigating the city as seamless and enjoyable as possible, and knowing that we succeeded in your case truly brightens our day. If you have any further thoughts or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Best wishes, Anca from Big Bus
Nirmal_C, Oct 2025
Good, informative ride. However, the route was one-way traffic that restricted tourists to get off to their preferred stop. They had to go through the whole loop to get off to their preferred stop. For example, I wanted to visit stop 4 areas, but my nearest stop was 7 to get on. So I had to hop-on from stop 7 and sit for the whole circle to complete (total 16 stops), then start again from stop 1. I had to saty onboard for all these stops to hop-off to my preferred point.
The service should run in both directions.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our tours! We are truly happy to see that you have found it good and well organized in information. Our tours operate only on one loop, allowing you to savor the beauty of the city as you journey from one point to the next. We will definitely take your feedback into consideration and will ensure that this is passed on for future improvements. Best wishes, Anca from Big Bus
Cherish_C, Oct 2025
Typical Hop-On-Hop-Off Experience. Covered a lot and we were able to go to all the places we wanted.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hello there, we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We are delighted to see that you have enjoyed our hop on and off feature, and that the location of the bus stops were conveniently situated near the attractions you intended to visit. Your insights mean a lot to us and help us continue to improve our services. Thank you once again for your input! Best wishes, Anca from Big Bus
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