Combo: Vienna Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Schönbrunn Palace & Belvedere Palace Tickets
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Dean R
Oski N
Mirjam G
Davide L
Hervé K
Alexander H
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Cover Vienna’s must-see landmarks in 48 hours with direct bus stops at each palace, saving money, time, and travel hassle.
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Hop between stops on open-top hop-on hop-off buses with live tracking, free Wi-Fi, and multilingual audio commentary for a smooth, informed journey.
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Step off at Schönbrunn Palace and head straight into 22 opulent staterooms, then wander its Baroque gardens and courtyards.
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Hop off near the Upper Belvedere Palace to admire Klimt’s The Kiss and masterpieces by Monet, Schiele, and more.
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With both palaces right on the bus route, enjoy seamless travel, fewer transfers, and more time inside Vienna’s cultural treasures.
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Hop-on-hop-off bus tour (Big Bus Vienna):
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48-hour unlimited access to hop-on hop-off buses
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Access to both Red and Blue Routes, covering Vienna’s most iconic landmarks
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Pre-recorded audio commentary in 8 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian & Arabic
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Free Wi-Fi and complimentary headphones on board
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Access to the Big Bus mobile app with route map and live bus tracking
Schönbrunn Palace (near Stop #6, Blue Route):
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Skip-the-line entry
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Access to 22 imperial staterooms
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Walking tour of the Palace Gardens and Courtyards
Belvedere Palace (near Stop #8, Blue Route):
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Entry to the Upper Belvedere Palace
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Access to the main permanent collection, featuring Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, and works by Egon Schiele, Claude Monet, and others
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Food and drinks
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Souvenir photos
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Tips (optional)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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CoupleVerified booking6 days ago4/5Hop on hop off bus tour was interesting and informative, but some of the stops were harder to find and buses could run a little later. Belvedere Palace had some wonderful art exhibited and Schonbrunn Palace was magnificent. The online package we purchased said we would skip the line, yet we still had to wait 45 minutes to enter Belvedere and an hour and a half for Schonbrunn.OOski N
GroupVerified bookingLast week4/5Everything went perfectly with the tickets. The red tour was good, too. On the blue tour, we waited a very long time for the bus at Schönbrunn Palace. When it finally arrived, it waited another 15 minutes before leaving. That wasn’t ideal, especially with temperatures over 30 degrees.NNancy W
GroupVerified bookingJun 20265/5Everything went very smoothly. Fast and hassle-free serviceMMsittef M
CoupleVerified bookingApr 20265/5The well-chosen tours and the accompanying explanations made our stay in Vienna an unforgettable experience.HHervé K
CoupleVerified bookingMar 20264/5The bus tours were very well organized, with informative commentary. However, the tickets for the Belvedere and Schönbrunn do not skip the line at all. You have to go to the ticket counters to exchange the tickets you receive on the bus, which means waiting. Luckily, there weren’t many visitors on the days we visited.
Explore Vienna your way
Spend two full days uncovering Vienna’s highlights with the ease of open-top hop-on hop-off buses. With unlimited access to both the Red and Blue Routes, you can easily glide between the city’s most famous landmarks, from the soaring Gothic spires of St. Stephen’s Cathedral to the grand façade of the State Opera House and the elegant Ringstrasse boulevard. Multilingual audio commentary offers lesser-known stories and historic insights, while free Wi-Fi and live bus tracking help you plan each stop efficiently and cut down on waiting. Whether you linger at museums, pause for coffee in a traditional café, or simply soak in the architecture from the top deck, you’re in complete control of your itinerary.
Red route
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First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Opera)
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Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Opera)
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Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins
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Popular stops: House of Music, Lower Belvedere, Museums Quartier & Votive Church
Blue route
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First bus: 9:45am from Opera/Albertina
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Last bus: 4:15pm from Opera/Albertina
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Frequency: Every 30 mins
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Popular stops: Aqua Terre Zoo, Schönbrunn Palace & Zoo, Upper Belvedere & The Hundertwasser House
Click here for detailed route maps and boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Walk through Habsburg splendor
Hop off near Schönbrunn Palace and skip the ticket queues to enter one of Europe’s most celebrated royal residences. Explore 22 gilded State Rooms where gold leaf, crystal chandeliers, and richly woven tapestries speak of the Habsburg dynasty’s opulent tastes and political power. Learn about the palace’s famous residents, from Empress Maria Theresa to Emperor Franz Joseph, as you walk through grand ballrooms and intimate private quarters. Outside, the Baroque gardens offer manicured flower beds, ornate fountains, and sweeping views back to the palace, a perfect contrast to the bustling city you’ve just toured.
Encounter world-class art
A short ride on the Blue Route takes you to the Upper Belvedere Palace, an architectural masterpiece in its own right and home to Austria’s most treasured art collection. Here, you’ll stand before Gustav Klimt’s world-famous The Kiss, admire bold works by Egon Schiele, and see impressionist masterpieces by Claude Monet and other European greats. The palace’s grand marble halls and sweeping staircases are as captivating as the artworks themselves, while the surrounding gardens connect the Upper and Lower Belvedere with picture-perfect views.
By combining these two palatial icons with panoramic city sightseeing in one ticket, you save both time and money while enjoying the very best of Vienna’s culture, art, and history in a smooth, well-paced itinerary.
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What to bring
Hop-on-hop-off bus tour
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Bring your printed or digital ticket along with a valid photo ID; some tickets require scanning a QR code when boarding.
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Carry a power bank, as live bus tracking and map apps can drain your phone battery.
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Pack an umbrella or raincoat; many buses have open-top seating, and the weather can change quickly.
Schönbrunn Palace
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Wear comfortable walking shoes; the grounds are vast, and even the State Rooms alone can take a few hours to explore fully.
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Dress for the season: lightweight layers in summer; warm clothing, waterproofs, hats, and gloves in winter.
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Carry a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against sun exposure when exploring the gardens in summer.
Belvedere Palace
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Wear comfortable closed shoes to manage the gardens, terraces, and longer walks between buildings.
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Bring a smartphone with the Smartify app or similar for extra information on artworks.
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Carry cash or a card for refreshments at cafés such as the Menagerie Café.
What’s not allowed
Hop-on-hop-off bus tour
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Pets are not allowed, except small dogs under knee height that are leashed and muzzled (one per bus).
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Luggage, bicycles, and large items are not permitted onboard.
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Avoid using personal speakers or making loud calls to ensure all passengers can enjoy the commentary.
Schönbrunn Palace
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Drones, selfie sticks, tripods, flash photography, and lighting equipment are prohibited at Schönbrunn. You may only use your mobile phone for non-commercial photos.
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There is no storage for large bags, umbrellas, or extra clothing—travel light.
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Pets are not permitted on the tour.
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Bicycles and personal vehicles are strictly prohibited inside the palace park.
Belvedere Palace
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Photography is only for private use without flash, tripods, or selfie sticks; some exhibits prohibit photos entirely.
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Large bags, suitcases, and umbrellas must be left in the cloakroom.
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Food and beverages are not allowed in any exhibition rooms, but you can purchase refreshments at the Schlosscafé, Parkcafé, and Lucy Bar.
Accessibility
Hop-on-hop-off bus tour
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Most Vienna hop-on hop-off buses are wheelchair accessible, but availability is limited and often requires prior coordination with the provider.
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Mobile app tracking and live route maps can help wheelchair users locate accessible boarding stops and plan the most comfortable route.
Schönbrunn Palace
- This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, as parts of Schönbrunn Palace can only be reached via staircases and there is no step-free access to several of the historic State Rooms.
Belvedere Palace
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The Belvedere Palace is wheelchair accessible, featuring ramps and elevators throughout Upper and Lower Belvedere.
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Wheelchairs may be borrowed free of charge at cloakrooms or ticket offices.
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Accessible toilets are available in all primary buildings; seating is provided in galleries, and folding stools are also available at cloakrooms.
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Service dogs are welcome, provided they are registered on a Disability Card.
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Although the gardens are accessible via step-free paths, we recommend bringing a companion for assistance, as the sloped terrace between the Upper and Lower Belvedere is not fully barrier-free.
Additional information
Hop-on-hop-off bus tour
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Multiple routes (Red, Blue, Yellow) cover up to 50 stops, including Schönbrunn Palace, Belvedere, Prater, and the Ringstrasse.
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Buses generally operate from around 9:30am until 5pm, with departures every 15 to 30 minutes depending on the route and time of year.
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Seats are first-come, first-served; arrive early in the summer and Christmas market season for upper-deck spots.
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Use live bus tracking and downloadable route maps before or during your journey to plan your timing and connections more efficiently.
Schönbrunn Palace
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Depending on the tickets you choose, you’ll meet your guide at either the Group Center, the Ehrenhof Fountain (look for the green umbrella), or the Arrival Center at HOHO Bus Stop 30. Check your booking confirmation for the exact location.
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Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled start time, as latecomers will not be allowed to join the tour.
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The tour is conducted in only one language, which is selected at the time of booking, so please choose your preferred language carefully.
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Each tour is limited to a maximum of 25 participants to ensure a more personal and engaging experience.
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In the event of extreme weather conditions such as snow, the garden portion of the tour may be skipped for safety reasons. From November 8 to January 6, a visit to a local Christmas Market will be offered instead.
Belvedere Palace
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Visiting early in the day or post‑3pm can help you avoid crowds, as the period between 11am and 2pm tends to be busiest.
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Enjoy a pause at cafés like Menagerie Café and the Lucy Bar, where you can relax with refreshments and take in the views before continuing your tour.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.
Ticket redemption points
Vienna HOHO
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No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.
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Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Schönbrunn Palace & Upper Belvedere Palace
- Please use the link shared in your final voucher to select your preferred date and time for your Schönbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace entry.
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