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Vienna: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

1. Vienna: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Hop on a bus and explore Vienna however you wish. This hop-on-hop-off ticket lets you hop on or off the bus as often as you want at any of the stops, so you get to experience all of the sights at your own pace. Alternatively, you can just take a seat and enjoy a city tour with interesting and informative commentary. Choose between 3 routes, each of which takes you to a different part of Vienna. See the State Opera, the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Art History), Heldenplatz (Heroes' Square), Parliament, the Burgtheater, and the magnificent Hilton Hotel. Or, be driven to Schönbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace before visiting the KunstHausWien museum or the UNO City – the choice is yours! Your tour offers 3 different bus routes, which can be combined as you wish: Red Route Admire the sights along the Ring Road, such as the State Opera, Hofburg Palace, the Parliament, and the Burgtheater. Stops: State Opera - Museum of Art History/Heroes' Square - Mariahilfer Straße/Shopping Street - Burgtheater/CityHall - University - Liebenberg Denkmal/University - Liechtensteinstraße/Sigmund Freud Museum - Votiv Church - Vienna Airport Lines - DDSG City Cruises - MAK/Museum of Applied Arts - City Park - Strauss Monument - State Opera Buses arrive every 10 to 20-minutes. The duration is 60-minutes. Mondays - Sundays, 9:20 AM - 6:30 PM. Yellow Route Discover the famous Schönbrunn Palace, Schwarzenberg Platz, and Belvedere Palace. Stops: State Opera - Westbahnhof/Train Station - Schönbrunn Palace - Main Station - Museum of Contemporary Art - Belvedere Palace - Lower Belvedere - State Opera Buses arrive every 15 to 30-minutes. The duration is 75-minutes. Mondays - Sundays, 9:15 AM - 6:15 PM. The ride from the State Opera to Schönbrunn Palace takes approximately 36-minutes. Blue Route: Visit the famous "Prater area" where you can get acquainted with all the masterpieces of the Museum of Applied Arts, Museum of Fine Arts or even the Kunsthaus/Hundertwasser Museum. You can meet with the greatest Austrian composer, Johann Strauss, in the Stadtpark. Stops: MAK/Museum of Applied Arts - City Park - Strauss Monument - State Opera - Museum of Art History/Heroes' Square - Mariahilfer Straße/Shopping Street - Burgtheater/CityHall - University - Liebenberg Denkmal/University - Liechtensteinstraße/Sigmund Freud Museum - Votiv Church - Vienna Airport Lines - DDSG City Cruises - Kunst Haus/Museum Hundertwasser - Riesenrad/Giant Ferris Wheel - DDSG (Pier6 Imperial Bridge - Donauturm/Danube Tower - Alte Donau/Old Danube - Uno City - Donauinsel/Danube Island - Praterstern/Train Station - Taborstraße/Museum of Crime - DDSG City Cruises - MAK/Museum of Applied Arts Buses arrive every 15 to 20-minutes. The duration is 120-minutes. Mondays - Sundays, 9:20 AM - 6:40 PM. Your ticket also includes a self-guided walking tour with an app to discover the musical heritage of the city. Cross the city at your own pace and get acquainted with the most important music halls of Vienna. See the Vienna State Opera, Beethoven Statue, Vienna Concert House, House of Music and the Beethoven Museum. Pick up your headphones and a map from the local partner's service center and follow the instructions of the QuietVox Guiding App to travel from sight to sight. You will scan the QR codes at each stop to learn more about them.

Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

2. Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

Visit the Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens and gain quick access inside this Viennese gem on a guided tour that includes skip-the-line tickets. Follow a licensed guide through lavish interiors, learn about the Habsburgs Royal Family, and explore the ornate palace gardens. Meet your guide in front of the palace and start with an informative introduction to the history of the royal compound. Receive a modern audio device so that you can always hear the tour’s live narration along the way. Benefit from priority entrance tickets and gain quick access inside the palace. Marvel at the grand entrance and begin your guided walk through 22 staterooms of the famous Austrian palace. Admire the 40-meter long Great Gallery and the Hall of Ceremonies and see how the Habsburg Dynasty lived as you stroll through lavish halls and peek into private chambers. Listen to entertaining stories about the former royals, which are infused typical Viennese humor by your local and friendly guide. Learn not only about the fascinating history of the royal family of Habsburgs and the famous Empress Sissi but also about how the palace has evolved in modern times and where the royal descendants now live. Following the tour, enjoy the opportunity to walk around the gardens at your own pace and catch a glimpse of the Gloriette, an arch on top of a hill overlooking Vienna’s forests.

Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens Tour

3. Vienna: Skip-the-Line Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens Tour

Gain exclusive access to the Schonbrunn Palace's 24 imperial rooms and listen to insightful commentary as you explore. Join a guided tour of the palace and its fabulous gardens with skip-the-line tickets and learn all about this iconic Vienna landmark. Meet your guide and take advantage of pre-booked timed tickets to walk right into the palace and begin a journey through its 24 rooms. Enjoy special access to areas such as the beautiful Lantern Room and the Hunting Room, which individual visitors cannot see. Allow your guide to point out the impressive artwork, intricate architecture, and ornate furnishings that adorn each room. Learn interesting facts about the lavish court life of the Habsburg dynasty, including Sisi and Maria Theresa. After leaving the palace interiors, venture out into the expansive gardens, home to numerous statues, fountains, and other architectural features like the Roman ruins and Gloriette.

Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour

4. Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour

Enjoy a captivating journey through time with this exclusive guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace. Step into the private world of Maria Theresa as we unlock the doors to her lavishly decorated apartments. Marvel at the opulence of the Great and Small Gallery, where ornate gold embellishments and breathtaking painted ceilings transport you to a bygone era of the regal grandeur. Discover the enchanting Carousel Rom and the majestic Hall of Ceremonies, adorned with masterful paintings that recount tales of the palace's illustrious history. As you traverse the halls, you'll be immersed in the rich tapestry of Vienna's imperial past. Venture outdoors to explore the imperial park and garden surrounding the palace. Stroll through the meticulously manicured landscapes, where the fragrance of blooming flowers infuses the air. Unwind amidst the serenity of this verdant oasis, once frequented by royalty. This tour is operated bilingually (German/English at the same time).

Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace Entry Ticket with Lunch

5. Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace Entry Ticket with Lunch

Discover the beauty of Schönbrunn Palace with our 2-course lunch and audio guided tour package. Start your experience with a mouth-watering 2-course meal at Joseph II - Schönbrunn Palace Restaurant, featuring a traditional Wiener Schnitzel made from pork or a vegetarian alternative, and a scrumptious apple strudel. Then, embark on a 50-minute audio guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, starting right from the restaurant. Enjoy a fascinating journey through the palace's private chambers, south-facing reception rooms, State Apartments, and the chambers of Maria Theresa. Don't miss this opportunity to indulge in a delicious meal and discover the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace!

Vienna: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

6. Vienna: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

See Vienna's historic and modern highlights on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour with audio commentary. Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour pass to suit your schedule. All tickets include a Self-Guided Audio Tour. Additionally, you can choose a Guided City Walking Tour, Danube River Cruise, or a trip on the historic Giant Ferris Wheel. Experience "Old Vienna's" landmarks including the Opera House, Museum Quarter, Hofburg Palace, Parliament, Town Hall, and the Danube Canal. The City Route takes you outside the city center past Prater Amusement Park to "Modern Vienna", with breathtaking views of the Vienna mountains, UNO City, and Danube Island. Starting in the city center, explore Vienna's famous palaces on the Palace Route. Pass the Hofburg Palace, then venture out of the city to see the Schönbrunn Palace and the Belvedere Palace. See the suburban areas of Vienna, the expressionist landmark Hundertwasserhaus, and the “New Modern” Hauptbahnhof. With the 24-hour Ticket, you can see the best of Vienna in one day. Use the self-guided audio walking tour to learn more about the city at your own pace. If you purchase a 48-Hour Ticket, you can join a Guided City Walking Tour with a licensed guide who will lead you through the pedestrian area of Vienna’s Old Town. Learn more about the fascinating imperial history with comprehensive insight into some of its most notable buildings. Choose the 48-Hour Ticket option to enjoy either a scenic Danube River Cruise or a spin on the historical Ferris Wheel. You can also join a Guided Inner City Walking Tour with a licensed guide who will lead you through the pedestrian area of Vienna’s Old Town. Learn more about the fascinating imperial history with comprehensive insight into some of its most notable buildings.

Skip the Line: Schönbrunn Palace & Vienna City Tour

7. Skip the Line: Schönbrunn Palace & Vienna City Tour

Benefit from the advantages of this tour and skip the queues at Schönbrunn Palace! Get an overall impression of the most significant historical sights in Vienna. By bus, the tour will take you along the Ringstraße, home to numerous architectural gems such as the State Opera, the Museum of Art History with its world-famous collection, the Habsburg Museum and the Museum of Natural History. Discover the museum quarter, the Hofburg Palace (the Emperors' winter residence), the Austrian Parliament, the City Hall, and the Court Theater. The highlight of your visit is a guided tour through the halls of Schönbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer residence that hosted Maria Theresa, amongst others. 

Vienna: Strudel Show with Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace

8. Vienna: Strudel Show with Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace

Visit the famous Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna and enjoy the original Strudel Show in the court bakery of the Café Residenz. Head down the stately steps to the historic vault where people have baked for centuries. Here a spectacle guaranteed to whet your appetite takes place every hour – the Strudel Show. Discover how the original Viennese apple strudel is prepared. See how the strudel dough is stretched out so thin you could read a newspaper through it. At the end of the show, enjoy the freshly baked apple strudel. You will also be given the original recipe for Viennese apple strudel so you can try baking the apple strudel at home yourself.

Vienna: Wine Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace

9. Vienna: Wine Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace

Vienna has a rich history of winemaking, dating back to Roman times. The city's vineyards are located on the hillsides surrounding the city, and Vienna is the only capital city in the world with significant vineyards within its boundaries. A visit to Vienna would not be complete without sampling its delicious cuisine and experiencing the unique flavours of its local wines. For this reason, we have teamed up with our Viennese vintners in our restaurant to give your guests a comprehensive insight into the grape varieties and vinification methods specific to the region. At our wine tasting you will get to know and distinguish between 5 traditional wines - what makes them so special and what this has to do with Vienna. The experience is made complete by a small „Heurigenjause“ – a snack traditionally enjoyed with a glass of wine.

Vienna: Fast-Track Schönbrunn Palace Vienna Guided Tour

10. Vienna: Fast-Track Schönbrunn Palace Vienna Guided Tour

Discover the beauty of the Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens on a skip-the-line shared group guided tour. Stroll through the 24 stately rooms and lush gardens to learn about the Emperors and Empresses of the House of Habsburg. Meet your guide in the palace's inner courtyard to begin your discovery of one of Europe's most beautiful Baroque complexes and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the added benefit of skip-the-line tickets to the palace to help you beat the crowds. Inside, explore 24 imperial rooms, including the royal apartments of Empress Maria Theresia as well as the Lantern Room and the Hunting Room, which are not accessible to individual visitors. Throughout the tour, discover more about the House of Habsburg with your guide's expertise and discover some interesting facts and anecdotes about the imperial court life of Franz Joseph and his wife Elisabeth (Sisi). Admire the stunning, ornate design of the 18th-century Rococo-style palace as well as its fabulous park with landscaped gardens, fountains, sculptures, and the Gloriette Hill.

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4.4 / 5

based on 675 reviews

Everything there was amazing even if it was a rainy morning and we couldn't enjoy the garden tour. The architecture, the history of the Schonbrunn palace and the astonishing beauty you see in every corner. Our guide, Antonia, was very knowledgeable of the place's history and explained everything pretty well. I highly recommend you take the guided tour it's totally worth it. P.S. Don't skip the Gloriette, it's a must see.

The guide Stefan shared all his knowledge, in a charming way, for more than two hours. We learned new interesting stories about the history of Habsburg dynasty while visiting the Schonbrunn palace. I spent three days in Vienna and this was the most interesting experience there.

The tour was very interesting and our guide was friendly and professional at the same time. A great tour if you want a taste of Schönbrun and you are in Vienna for a short period time. Recommended :)

Fantastic experience. A must do in Vienna. Very close up and personal. The chef was fabulous.

Very nice, the guid was very good and the palace very nice