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Best of Vienna: 5-in-1 Pass

Summary Description

See Vienna your way with Big Bus! Choose from classic hop-on hop-off tours, combo deals with attractions, or create your own adventure with flexible ticket options. Explore the city at your pace and save money with our great value passes 

Highlights
  • Explore Vienna at your pace on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour
  • Step into imperial history at Schönbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace
  • Soar 65 meters high on the Riesenrad Giant Ferris Wheel
  • Customise your experience with 3 top Vienna attractions
  • Experience Vienna from a new perspective with a relaxing DDSG River Cruise
  • Enjoy Vienna’s iconic Giant Ferris Wheel with stunning views from 65 metres above the city
Description

Discover the best of Vienna with one flexible sightseeing pass. This all-in-one ticket includes a 2-day Big Bus hop-on, hop-off pass, entry to Schönbrunn Palace, Belvedere Palace, a DDSG Danube River Cruise, a guided walking tour, and a VOX digital audio tour download.

 Travel freely aboard our open-top buses, hopping off to explore top landmarks and rejoining when ready. At Schönbrunn Palace, visit 40 imperial rooms, including Empress Elisabeth’s quarters and the Great Gallery.

 Admire Klimt’s “The Kiss” and other masterpieces at Belvedere Palace while taking in its Baroque beauty and landscaped gardens. Cruise the Danube and enjoy views of iconic architecture like the Zaha Hadid House and Spittelau plant.

 Your pass also includes admission to the Giant Ferris Wheel in the Prater, offering unforgettable views from 65 metres above Vienna. It’s the perfect way to experience the city’s culture, history, and charm at your own pace.


 

Included / Excluded
  • 2 Day Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
  • Schönbrunn Palace Grand Tour with access to 40 rooms
  • Belvedere Palace entry ticket with access to exhibition, including ‘The Kiss’ by Klim
  • Tour our City & Palace Routes
  • Vienna Guided Inner City Walking Tour
  • Vienna Self Guided Audio Tour
  • Free Big Bus app with route information and live bus tracking
  • DDSG River cruise
  • Giant Ferris Wheel (Wiener Riesenrad)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Blue Route Stop 4: Haus des Meeres / Aqua Terra Zoo (Gumpendorferstraße 36-38, opposite Hotel Kolping)

Commentary

Audio : English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese

Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Most of the buses are wheelchair accessible
  • Busses do not allow electric wheelchairs
Know Before You Go
  • You have seven days from the first use to visit all the included attractions.
  • Dogs must be equipped with a muzzle or in a closed animal carrier bag. Guide dogs are an exception
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Additional Information

Red Line (City Route)  First Bus – 09:30 Last Bus – 17:00
Blue Line (Palace Route) First Bus – 09:45 Last Bus – 17:15

Redemption Information

Tickets will be held at the box office

FAQ

Which Route is included?

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Your ticket entitles you to hop on and hop off both our City Route & Palace Route as much as you like within the hours of operation throughout your ticket's validity period.

Is there a commentary available in my language?

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e Big Bus Vienna sightseeing tour offers a pre-recorded commentary in 8 different languages, including: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic and Russian. The commentary is available via complimentary headphones that you will receive when you board the bus.

What is the Route Information?

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City Route: First Bus: 09:30 from Stop 1: Opera/Walfischgasse. Last Bus: 17:30 from Stop 1: Opera/Walfischgasse. Full Circuit Time: 110 minutes (approx.). Bus Frequency: every 20 to 30 minutes.

Palace Route: First Bus: 09:30 From Stop 1: Opera/Albertina. Last Bus: 17:30 from Stop 1: Opera/Albertina. Full Circuit Time: 110 minutes (approx.). Bus Frequency: every 20 to 30 minutes.

On which days does the tour operate?

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The Big Bus Tour runs every day of the year.

How do I redeem my ticket?

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Show your printed/electronic ticket to a member of staff at one of our stops or aboard the bus. They'll issue you a receipt that you'll be able to use to hop on the bus throughout the validity of your ticket.

What is the child policy?

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A child ticket is available for children between the ages of 5 - 15. Children under 5 may travel free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Are the buses wheelchair accessible?

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Yes, most of the buses are wheelchair accessible. They do not allow electric wheelchairs. Please contact them for further information.

Can I take my dog on the bus?

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Dogs are only permitted if they are muzzled and leashed. Only one dog per bus is permitted. The dog must not exceed knee height.

I bought the ticket but it’s for someone else. It has my name on it, is this ok?

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No, problem. Show your printed/electronic voucher to a member of staff at one of the stops or on-board the bus. They'll issue you a receipt that you'll be able to use to hop on the bus throughout the validity of your ticket.

Can I use a two day ticket on different days?

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You’ll need to enjoy your Ticket across consecutive days, so a two-day pass redeemed on Monday means your pass is valid Monday and Tuesday.

Can I have a refund?

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To request a refund, if booked directly with Big Bus Tours visit the Big Bus Tours App or by using the enquiry form available on the website bigbustours.com/contactVIE. If you booked via a 3rd partner, please go back to the original booker agent for your refund request.

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Basic Information
  • Duration: 15 minutes
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Currency: EUR
  • Language: English
  • Booking Cutoff: 0 minutes
  • Timezone: Europe/Vienna
  • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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