About this experience
This hop-on hop-off bus tour around Vienna provides you with a convenient and flexible way to explore famous landmarks and attractions, including the Votivkirche, Museums Quartier, Blue Danube, Schonbrunn Palace, Belvedere Palace, and Arsenal. The tour covers multiple routes and stops, allowing you to explore the City of Music at your own pace. With audio guides available in multiple languages, you can learn about its rich history and culture as you travel.
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What to expect
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Stop 1 – Opera / Walfischgasse (Red) | Opera / Albertina (Blue)
The main boarding point for both routes, beside the Vienna State Opera — also the departure point for the daily English City Walk at 11:30 AM.
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Stop 2 – House of Music (Red) | Mariahilfer Straße (Blue)
The Red Route passes the Haus der Musik; the Blue Route heads towards Vienna's main shopping boulevard.
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Stop 3 – MuseumsQuartier / Mariahilfer Straße (Red) | Technisches Museum (Blue)
One of Europe's largest cultural districts on the Red Route; the Museum of Science and Technology on the Blue.
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Stop 4 – Museums / Hofburg (Red) | Schönbrunn Palace & Zoo (Blue)
The Red Route skirts the imperial Hofburg complex; the Blue Route terminates at Schönbrunn Palace, also the departure point for the 'Vienna in the 19th Century' Vox walking tour.
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Stop 5 – City Hall / Rathaus (Red)
Departure point for the 'Secrets of Vienna' Vox digital walking tour, with views of the neo-Gothic Rathaus.
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Stop 6 – Votive Church / Votivkirche (Red)
A striking neo-Gothic landmark and one of Vienna's most photographed churches.
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Stop 7 – Schwedenplatz / DDSG (Red)
Connection point for Danube river cruises (A and C lines) for those who want to extend their day on the water.
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Stops 8–12 – Prater, Uno City, Danube Island, Blue Danube Piers (Red)
The eastern arc of the Red Route takes in the Prater park, the UN headquarters, Danube Island, and two river cruise piers.
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Stop 13 – City Park / Stadtpark (Red)
Home to the gilded Johann Strauss statue, Stadtpark is a peaceful final stop before looping back towards the Opera.
Hop on and off at any stop along the route.
Meeting point
Walfischgasse 2, 1010 Vienna, Austria (near Plachuttas Gasthaus zur Oper)
Make your way to Stop 1 – Opera on Walfischgasse, just behind the Vienna State Opera. Present your mobile ticket to the driver when boarding. You may also board at any other designated stop on the route.
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- Mobile ticket (no print-out required)
- Comfortable layers — the open top deck can be breezy
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. Your mobile ticket is accepted directly on the bus — simply show the driver your booking confirmation on your phone.
How long is the ticket valid for?
Tickets are available in 24-hour and 48-hour options. Your validity window begins when you first board the bus.
What is the Night Tour?
A separate Night Tour ticket is available for an evening experience of Vienna's illuminated landmarks. Check the ticket options at the top of the page for details.
Are children able to join?
Children under 5 travel free of charge but are not entitled to a dedicated seat. All children must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or over.
How often do the buses run?
Bus frequency and departure times can vary by season and day. Check the official Big Bus website or the route map at bit.ly/47JFQ6Z for up-to-date schedules before you travel.
Are the walking tours really included?
Yes. Two Vox digital walking tours and a 90-minute guided City Walk in English are included with your bus ticket. The City Walk departs daily at 11:30 AM from Stop 1 – Opera.
Big Bus Tours
Big Bus Tours is one of the world's largest open-top sightseeing bus operators, running hop-on hop-off routes in more than 20 major cities across four continents.