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Combo: Vienna Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Schönbrunn Palace & Belvedere Palace Tickets
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Highlights

  • Cover Vienna’s must-see landmarks in 48 hours with direct bus stops at each palace, saving money, time, and travel hassle.
  • 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.
  • Step off at Schönbrunn Palace and head straight into 22 opulent staterooms, then wander its Baroque gardens and courtyards.
  • Hop off near the Upper Belvedere Palace to admire Klimt’s *The Kiss* and masterpieces by Monet, Schiele, and more.
  • With both palaces right on the bus route, enjoy seamless travel, fewer transfers, and more time inside Vienna’s cultural treasures.

Your Experience

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

  • First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Opera)

  • Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Opera)

  • Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins

  • Popular stops: House of Music, Lower Belvedere, Museums Quartier & Votive Church

Blue route

  • First bus: 9:45am from Opera/Albertina

  • Last bus: 4:15pm from Opera/Albertina

  • Frequency: Every 30 mins

  • 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.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Hop-on-hop-off bus tour (Big Bus Vienna):**
  • 48-hour unlimited access to hop-on hop-off buses
  • Access to both Red and Blue Routes, covering Vienna’s most iconic landmarks
  • Pre-recorded audio commentary in 8 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian & Arabic
  • Free Wi-Fi and complimentary headphones on board
  • Access to the Big Bus mobile app with route map and live bus tracking
  • Schönbrunn Palace (near Stop #6, Blue Route):**
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Access to 22 imperial staterooms
  • Walking tour of the Palace Gardens and Courtyards
  • Belvedere Palace (near Stop #8, Blue Route):**
  • Entry to the Upper Belvedere Palace
  • Access to the main permanent collection, featuring Gustav Klimt’s *The Kiss*, and works by Egon Schiele, Claude Monet, and others
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenir photos
  • Tips (optional)

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Vienna HOHO

  • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

  • 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.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

The early morning hours between 6 and 8 AM are ideal for fewer crowds, beautiful golden light for photos, and cooler temperatures in spring and autumn. Avoid Fridays when Schonbrunn Palace is closed for religious services.

The full tour typically lasts around 4 hours including transportation to both sites, guided tours at each location, and free time for exploration. Each site visit is approximately 2 hours.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, a camera, sunscreen, and water. A hat and light jacket are recommended for cooler mornings or evenings. Binoculars can enhance your enjoyment of the palace gardens and Belvedere's outdoor sculptures.

Yes, it’s suitable for all ages. Children under 18 receive free admission when accompanied by an adult. The tour includes interactive exhibits at both sites designed to engage young visitors. Strollers are allowed in most areas.

The easiest way is via the provided shuttle bus directly from your hotel or a central meeting point in Vienna. Alternatively, take public transportation like the U4 metro line to Schonbrunn and then walk 15 minutes to Belvedere.

Your ticket includes round-trip transportation from your hotel or a central location, guided tours at both Schonbrunn Palace and Belvedere Museum, entrance fees, audio guides, and skip-the-line access. A detailed map and brochure are also provided.

It’s highly recommended to book your combo ticket well in advance as it can sell out quickly, especially during peak tourist seasons like summer. Booking early ensures you secure a spot on the limited availability tours.

Photography is generally allowed throughout both sites with some restrictions inside certain galleries and rooms where flash photography may not be permitted. Always check signs or ask staff for specific guidelines before taking pictures.

The tour includes 48-hour unlimited access to hop-on hop-off buses, both Red and Blue Routes covering iconic landmarks, pre-recorded audio commentary in eight languages, free Wi-Fi with complimentary headphones on board, access to the Big Bus mobile app for route mapping and live bus tracking, as well as skip-the-line entry.

You'll need your printed or digital ticket along with a valid photo ID. Some tickets require scanning a QR code upon boarding. It's also recommended to carry a power bank for charging and an umbrella or raincoat since many buses have open-top seating.

The tour offers 48-hour unlimited access, allowing you two full days to explore Vienna's highlights at your own pace.

Audio commentary is available in eight languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Arabic.

Yes, you can bring your digital ticket along with a valid photo ID. Some tickets may require scanning a QR code when boarding the bus.

The routes cover famous landmarks like St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the State Opera House, and the Ringstrasse boulevard among others.

Exclusions include hotel pick-up and drop-off services, food and drinks, souvenir photos, and optional tips are not included.

You'll gain access to the State Rooms of Schönbrunn Palace as well as its Baroque gardens and courtyards.

Live bus tracking is available via the Big Bus mobile app, which helps you plan your stops efficiently by showing real-time locations of buses along both Red and Blue Routes.

At Upper Belvedere Palace, you'll have the chance to admire Klimt’s The Kiss as well as masterpieces by Monet, Schiele, and other artists.

The combo offers 48-hour unlimited access to hop-on hop-off buses.

Audio commentary is provided in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Arabic.

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