Vienna Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

The hop-on hop-off bus in Vienna offers an efficient means to navigate through the City of Music. Passengers have the freedom to board and alight at any stop, enabling a leisurely exploration of the city.

Bus Information

This sightseeing service features 2 distinct routes with 22 stops. While aboard the open-top double-decker bus, guests can observe key landmarks of one of Europe’s most significant cities. Enjoy pre-recorded commentary in English that enriches your travel experience with stories about the city’s history and sights. Depending on the ticket duration you select, you can add an additional route and a guided walking tour that includes an audio guide.

Among the noteworthy stops along the journey are the Opera House, Stadtpark (City Park), Mariahilferstrasse, Schönbrunn Palace, and the Hofburg and Belvedere Museums.

For details on the routes and stops, access the map via the following link:

Routes and stops on the Vienna Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Tour

Operational Details

Your ticket remains valid for 24 or 48 consecutive hours from the initial activation. During this time, you are welcome to get on and off the bus at will. Although you will select a start date when booking, the ticket can be utilized anytime within two weeks following that date. After completing your reservation, a voucher will be provided, which must be presented upon boarding the bus for the first time.

Ticket Options

24-Hour Ticket

Grants unlimited access to both primary routes for a duration of 24 hours.

Red line: Service operates from 9:30 am to 5 pm at hourly intervals, with the full tour taking approximately one and a half hours.Blue line: Service runs from 9:45 am to 4:15 pm every 30 minutes, with the complete tour also lasting one and a half hours.

48-Hour Ticket

Offers unlimited access to the two main routes for 48 hours and includes a walking tour with an audio guide.

Special Schedule

During the period from January 7 to March 27, 2026, the bus service will operate according to the following timetables:

Red line: The last bus departs at 4 pm, available every 30 to 45 minutes from Monday through Thursday, and every 30 minutes on weekends.Blue line: The last departure is at 4:15 pm, with buses running every 45 minutes from Monday to Thursday, and every 30 minutes on weekends. Note that the walking tour with an audio guide will commence at 5 pm.

During this schedule, the red line will omit the following stops: 9 Blue Danube, 10 Blue Danube / Pier 3, 11 Blue Danube River Cruises B / Pier 8, and 12 Danube Tower.

Itinerary Changes

Be aware that the red line will have some stops closed until further notice: 10 Blue Danube / Pier 3, 11 Danube River Cruises B / Pier 8, 12 Danube Tower, and 13 Old Danube / Alte Donau.