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Experience more, pay less with this combo! Glide past the queues at Vienna’s Ferris Wheel, then sightsee with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass.
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For up to 20 minutes, let the Giant Wheel's red cabins lift you into Vienna's embrace, serving up a panorama of cityscapes, with this skip-the-line pass.
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As the Giant Ferris Wheel turns, feast your eyes on the scenic stretch of the Danube River, the St. Stephen’s Cathedral spire, and historic rooftops.
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Craft your Vienna adventure with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off pass along 27 hotspots on twin routes, from the House of Music to Votive Church.
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Your bus turns into a mobile lounge with WiFi and audio guides, and free walking tours, shuttle rides, and guided tours give you the full Vienna flavor.
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Fun fact: Despite both World Wars, the Giant Ferris Wheel remained mostly unscathed, standing as a symbol of resilience for Vienna's people.
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Giant Ferris Wheel
- Skip-the-line entry to the Giant Ferris Wheel (near stop #9 Prater on Red route)
Vienna HOHO
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24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass
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Access to Red & Blue routes
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Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Korean, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Hindi & Russian
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Free WiFi & headphones onboard
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Big Bus mobile app
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1 free VOX digital walking tour (choose from 2)
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Digital guide for walking tour in Italian, English, Spanish, French, German & Chinese
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Free return bus ride on Westfield shuttle service
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Free guided walking tour in English & German (based on option selected)
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from Germany, Italy, Switzerland and over 54 countries have loved this experience
Marianne
Aug, 2025Verified booking
A very friendly and personal greeting in the morning by the bus driver. Great explanation of the system and temperatures on the bus. Convenient way to get around Viienna.
Mathias
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Quick online check-in speeds up the experience! We like Vienna and the Prater anyway. If you want to experience a great view over Vienna with a nice atmosphere, we recommend the Giant Ferris Wheel.Lidia
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Wonderful trip around the city with audio description. Possibility to yse6a bus afrer tour for transport. Helpful and kind stuff
Norbert
Jun, 2025Verified booking
The Ferris wheel in the Prater is not only a cult attraction, the ride was great fun for all of us. The view is breathtaking and the experience unique! Thanks to the pre-booked tickets, we saved ourselves a long wait.
Ursula
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Short queue, gondola moderately full, very nice experience!
This combo is exactly what you need for a budget-friendly Viennese experience! Jump aboard Vienna’s Giant Ferris Wheel with skip-the-line access and keep on rolling with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off pass that takes you through the city's must-see spots.
Giant Ferris Wheel
Hop off at stop #9 Prater on Red route and in just a few steps, head to the historic Giant Ferris Wheel, the star of Vienna's Wiener Prater, and get ready for a ride packed with adrenaline rush. Over 10 to 20 minutes, you’ll be treated to stunning views of Vienna’s famous spots, from the lush Vienna Woods to the glittering Danube River. But there's more – dive into the city's rich history with "The Wheel of Time" at the Panorama installation, where eight cabins bring Vienna’s 2,000-year journey to life through audio-visual magic. Floating 64.75 meters up, you’ll soak in Vienna’s heritage from a whole new angle.
Vienna HOHO
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Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
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You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red route
Ready for a whirlwind tour of Vienna's greatest hits? Buckle up on the Red route for a ride you won't forget! Kick things off at the Opera and hop off at the House of Music and let your inner Mozart run wild in this playground of sound. Stroll through the Museums Quartier, where art oozes from every building, and finish at City Hall, where its spires practically touch the sky.
Schedule
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First bus: 9:30am from Opera
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Last bus: 5pm from Opera
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Frequency: every 20 minutes
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Popular stops: House of Music, Lower Belvedere, Museums Quartier & Votive Church
Blue route
The Blue route sweeps you through Vienna’s imperial elegance, and tranquil green retreats! Stop by Hauptbahnhof for a glimpse of sleek modern Vienna, take a tour through Haus des Meeres, where giant aquariums steal the show, then explore the opulent Schönbrunn Palace and its iconic zoo. Wind down in City Park, where Strauss' golden statue glows by serene waters.
Schedule
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First bus: 9:45am from Opera/Albertina
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Last bus: 5:15pm from Opera/Albertina
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Frequency: every 20 to 30 minutes
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Popular stops: Aqua Terre Zoo, Schönbrunn Palace & Zoo, Upper Belvedere & The Hundertwasser House
Westfield Shopping City Süd Shuttle
Enjoy a comfy shuttle ride from Vienna’s center to Westfield Shopping City Süd, Austria’s largest mall, in just 30 minutes!
Friday
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Departure: 11am, 1pm, 4pm from Albertina - Albertinaplatz 2 & 2pm, 5pm, 8pm from Westfield Shopping Centre - outside entrance 10
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Duration: approx. 30 minutes
Saturday
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Departure: 10am, 12pm, 3pm from Albertina - Albertinaplatz 2 & 1pm, 4pm, 6pm from Westfield Shopping Centre - outside entrance 10
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Duration: approx. 30 minutes
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What's not allowed
Giant Ferris Wheel
- Keep in mind alcohol, smoking and food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Accessibility
Giant Ferris Wheel
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This experience is wheelchair accessible.
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The Ferris Wheel's special cabins accommodate extra-wide wheelchairs and feature ramps for ease of access.
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The main entrance has no steps.
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Parking is available for individuals with disabilities at the Ausstellungsstraße parking garage.
Vienna HOHO
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Additional information
Giant Ferris Wheel
- You can bring your dogs on board only if they are leashed and muzzled.
Vienna HOHO
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Dogs are welcome, but they must be leashed, muzzled, and under knee height. However, the tour can accommodate only one dog per bus.
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All children aged 5 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
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The pass includes a return bus ride on the Westfield shuttle service, running only on Friday and Saturday between Albertinaplatz 2 (in front of the Tourist Information Centre) and entrance 10 at Westfield Shopping City Süd.
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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 - Giant Ferris Wheel Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket
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Show your ticket at Wiener Riesenrad.
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Address: Riesenradplatz 1, 1020 Wien.
Get Directions to the Redemption Point
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