Vienna Guidebook
Guided Tour of Schönbrunn Palace
For more information, please visit the attraction website.
Meeting point: enter Schönbrunn grounds at the main gate in Schönbrunner Schloßstraße and head to the first fountain on the right-hand side. Look for the green umbrellas! You will be asked to present your pass at the start of the tour.
Hours of Operation
Until March 15, 2024
English, German and Spanish tours
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 10:30AM
From March 16, 2024:
English tours
Monday - Saturday: 10:30AM & 3PM
Germand and Spanish tours
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: 10:30AM
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early.
Reservations required
Please book at least 24 hours in advance by phone (+43 664 5544315 ) or email ([email protected]), quoting your pass number.
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Getting there
Address
Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47
Vienna, 1130
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Big Bus Tour Vienna 1-Day Tour
For more information, visit the Big Bus Vienna website.
Getting in: hop-on a bus at any Big Bus stop then present your pass to the driver or customer service representative.
Hours of Operation
Daily
Red line:
First bus: 9:30AM
Last bus : 17:00
Duration: 1 hr 50 minutes
Frequency: every 20 to 30 minutes
Blue line:
First bus: 9:45AM
Last bus: 5:15PM
Duration: 1 hr 50 minutes
Frequency: every 20 to 30 minutes
Getting there
Address
Walfischgasse 2
Wien, 1010
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Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
For more information visit the KHM website.
Getting in: show your pass at the entrance and you’re in!
Hours of Operation
Daily: 10AM-6PM
Getting there
Address
Maria-Theresien-Platz
Vienna, 1010
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Schönbrunn Zoo
Getting in: show your pass at the entrance.
Please note:
- Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Dogs are not allowed in any part of the palace grounds – including the zoo. Assistance dogs (with ID card, immunization record and official assistance dog harness vest) are permitted.
Hours of Operation
Open 365 days a year
January: 9AM-4:30PM
February: 9AM-5PM
March: 9AM-5:30PM
April-September: 9AM-6:30PM
October (until end of daylight savings): 9AM-5:30PM
November-December: 9AM-4PM
Last admission is 30 minutes before the zoo closes.
Getting there
Address
Maxingstraße 13b
Vienna, 1130
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Danube Tower
For more information please see the Danube Tower website.
Getting in
Just show your pass at the cash desk and it will be exchanged for an entry ticket and a lift ticket.
Hours of Operation
Daily: 10AM - 10:30PM
Last lift up 9:45PM
Last lift down 10:15PM
Please note: opening hours may change at short notice as a result of weather conditions.
Closings & Holidays
This attraction will be closed from Janurary 8 - 23, 2024.
December 24th hours
10AM - 3PM
Last lift up 2:30PM
Last lift down 3PM
December 31st hours
10AM - 4PM
Last lift up 3:30PM
Last lift down 3:45PM
Getting there
Address
Donauturmplatz 1
Wien, 1220
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Imperial Treasury Vienna - Hofburg Palace
For more information visit the Imperial Treasury official website.
Getting in: present your pass at the entrance
Hours of Operation
Friday-Sunday: 9AM-5.30PM
Getting there
Address
Schweizerhof
Vienna, 1010
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Giant Ferris Wheel
For more information visit the Wiener Riesenrad website.
Getting in: present your pass at the entrance.
Hours of Operation
Wednesday - Sunday 10.30AM - 9PM
Please visit the Wiener Riesenrad website for the most up-to-date information about hours.
Getting there
Address
Riesenradplatz 1
Vienna, 1020
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Empress Sisi Walking Tour, Hofburg and Imperial Apartments
Getting in: present your pass to your guide at the meeting point.
Make sure to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts.
Tours are available in English, Spanish and German.
Please note:
- Due to the cobblestones in the old town of Vienna and stairs, this walking tour is not handicapped accessible.
- You will enter St. Stephen's Cathedral on this tour (no additional entry to museums or sights are included).
- This walking tour will be most of the time outside and will take place rain or shine, please dress appropriately.
Hours of Operation
Thursday & Saturday: 2:30 PM
Tours run in English, German and Spanish.
Reservations required
Please book German and Spanish tours at least 24 hours in advance by phone (+43 664 5544315 ) or email info@goodviennatours.eu, quoting your pass number.
Getting there
Address
Meeting point (the fountain on the corner of Albertina, across the Opera)
Danubiusbrunnen
Vienna, 1010
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State Hall of the Austrian National Library
For more information, visit the State Hall of the Austrian National Library's website.
Getting in: show your pass at the entrance.
Hours of Operation
June – September
Monday-Sunday: 10AM-6PM
Thursdays: 10AM-9PM
October – May
Tuesday-Sunday: 10AM-6PM
Thursdays: 10AM-9PM
The State Hall of the Austrian National Library will be open on May 29, 2023.
Closings & Holidays
The State Hall will be closed July 6 and July 7, 2023.
Getting there
Address
Josefsplatz 1
Vienna, 1010
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Spanish Riding School
For more information visit the Spanish Riding School website.
Getting in: no pre-booking required, simply present your pass at the reception.
Hours of Operation
Typically 10AM - 11AM performances.
Please check the attraction website for the most up-to-date hours.
Getting there
Address
Michaelerplatz 1,
Vienna, 1010
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Time Travel Magic Vienna History Tour
Getting in: present your pass at the main reception. For more information, visit the attraction website.
Hours of Operation
Open daily
10AM – 8PM. Tours run every 20 minutes (last tour 7PM).
Christmas Eve/Day: 10AM – 2.30PM (last tour 1.30PM)
New Year’s Day: 12PM – 8PM (last tour 7PM)
Reservations required
Pre-booking is recommended. Please book your spot by email (office@timetravel-vienna.at) or phone (+43 1 532 15 14).
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Getting there
Address
Habsburgergasse 10A
Vienna, 1010
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VR Experience Schönbrunn
Visit VR Experience Schönbrunn's website for more information.
Getting in: show your pass at the entrance.
Hours of Operation
Daily: 9AM-5PM
Getting there
Address
Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47
Vienna, 1130
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Madame Tussauds Vienna
Getting in
Just show your pass upon entering, there's no need to purchase any additional tickets.
Madame Tussauds Vienna is located directly at the Wiener Riesenrad (Giant Ferris Wheel) in the Viennese Prater.
Madame Tussauds Vienna FAQs
How long does it take to visit Madame Tussauds in Vienna?
You should plan about 1 hour for your visit.
How many figures does Madame Tussauds Vienna have?
There are more than 90 wax figures on display at Madame Tussauds in Vienna. So you have plenty of opportunity for perfect selfies with your favourite celebrity.
How can I get to Madame Tussauds?
You can reach Madame Tussauds by public transport or by car.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Sunday: 10AM - 6PM (last entry 5PM)
Please visit the Madame Tussauds website for up-to-date information.
Getting there
Address
Riesenradplatz
Vienna, 1020
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Mythos Mozart
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday from 10AM - 8PM
First timeslot: 10:15
Last timeslot: 18:45
Saturdays, Sundays & holidays from 10AM - 6PM
First timeslot: 10:15
Last timeslot: 16:45
Please check the Mythos Mozart website for up-to-date opening times.
Getting there
Address
Kärntner Strasse 19
Wien, 1010
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House of Music
Please note: booking isn't necessary for individuals and small groups. Larger groups should email to info@hdm.at to sign up. To request a guided tour, please contact fuehrung@hdm.at.
For more information, visit House of Music's website.
Getting in: show your pass at the front desk in exchange for an entrance ticket. You will need to check in any jackets and big bags before entering the museum.
Want to enhance your visit? The web guide is free of charge and available in 12 languages on their website.
Hours of Operation
Daily: 10AM-10PM
Getting there
Address
Seilerstätte 30
Vienna, 1010
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The Future Bus VR Tour
For more information visit the Future Bus website.
Getting in: present your pass and your booking information at the bus meeting point.
Hours of Operation
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 12PM, 2PM and 4PM
Reservations required
Book your spot online by emailing office@futurebus.tours at least 24 hours before your chosen date. Be sure to mention that you purchased your pass from Go City.
Please provide your pass number, your desired date and time of tour, and number of people in your party.
Getting there
Address
Albertinaplatz
Vienna, 1010
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Mozarthaus Vienna
Mozarthaus Vienna tickets help
Ask our help team if you have any questions.
For more information please see the Mozarthaus Vienna website.
Getting in: just show your pass at the entrance and you're in.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Sunday: 10AM - 6PM (last entry 5:30PM)
Closings & Holidays
Mondays
Getting there
Address
Domgasse 5
Vienna, 1010
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MAK - Museum of Applied Arts
For more information, please visit the attraction website.
Getting in
Please show your pass at the entrance.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Sunday: 10AM – 6PM
24, 31 December: 10AM – 3PM
Getting there
Address
Stubenring 5
Vienna, 1010
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Sigmund Freud Museum
Getting in: please present your pass at the ticket counter on the ground floor for admission.
Hours of Operation
Wednesday – Sunday: 10AM to 6PM (last admission time 5:30PM).
Closings & Holidays
Mondays and Tuesdays
Getting there
Address
Berggasse 19
Vienna, 1090
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Vienna Technical Museum
Getting in: show your pass at the entrance. For more information, visit the Vienna Technical Museum website.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9AM – 6PM
Saturdays - Sunday: 10AM – 6PM
Closings & Holidays
December 25
December 31
January 1
May 1
Getting there
Address
Mariahilfer Straße 212
Wien
Vienna, 1140
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Weltmuseum Wien
For more information, visit the Weltmuseum Wein website.
Getting in: present your pass at the entrance.
For more information, visit the Weltmuseum Wien website.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday: 10AM – 9PM
Wednesday – Sunday: 10AM – 6PM
Please check the attraction website for the most up-to-date hours.
Closings & Holidays
Wednesdays
Getting there
Address
Heldenplatz,
Vienna, 1010
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Imperial Carriage Museum
For more information, please visit the attraction website.
Getting in: please show your pass at the main entrance.
Hours of Operation
Daily: 9AM-5PM
Getting there
Address
Schönbrunner Schlossstraße
Vienna, 1130
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Theatre Museum
For more information, please visit the attraction website.
Please show your pass at the main entrance.
Hours of Operation
Daily, excluding Tuesdays: 10AM - 6PM
Getting there
Address
Lobkowitzplatz 2
Vienna, 1010
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Craft Beer Tasting Tour
For more information visit the Prime Tours Craft Beer Tasting Tour website.
Meeting Point: Gleis//Garten, Eichenstraße 2
Getting in: simply show your pass at the entrance.
Hours of Operation
Tour Days:
Friday - Saturday: 7PM
Reservations required
Booking is required. To reserve your place by emailing [email protected].
Getting there
Address
Gleis//Garten,
Eichenstraße 2,
Wien, 1120
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Sisi's Amazing Journey
For more information, visit the attraction website.
Please note: Time Travel Vienna has a partnership with car parking Garage Freyung. You can park there regularly and get discounted tickets for your trip. The price for 3 hours is € 5,90.
Getting in
Present your pass at the main reception.
Hours of Operation
Daily: 10AM – 8PM. Tours run every 20 minutes (last tour 7PM).
Christmas Eve/Day: 10AM – 2.30PM (last tour 1.30PM)
New Year’s Day: 12PM – 8PM (last tour 7PM)
Reservations required
Pre-booking is recommended. Please book your spot by email ([email protected]) or phone (+43 1 532 15 14).
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Getting there
Address
Habsburgergasse 10A
Vienna, 1010
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Roman City of Carnuntum
For more information visit the Roman City of Carnuntum website.
Getting in: simply present your pass at the entrance.
Please note: children under age 11 enter free - there is no need to scan a pass.
Hours of Operation
Closed - back in spring
May 3 - November 14
Daily: 9AM - 5PM
Getting there
Address
Hauptstraße 1A
Petronell-Carnuntum, 2404
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Guided Bike Tour
For more information visit the Vienna Explorer website.
Getting in: show your pass upon arrival.
Booking requests less than 24 hours prior to the intended tour date and time can be made via telephone: 004318909682.
Bookings are accepted upon availability. Especially in peak season we strongly recommend pre-booking.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Tours depart at 2.30PM
Tours in German only. English language tours available from 1st August.
Reservations required
Book your slot by emailing info@viennaexplorer.com at least 1 week before the desired date.
Tours in English only available from 1st August.
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Getting there
Address
Franz-Josefs-Kai 45
Vienna, 1010
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Papyrus Museum of the Austrian National Library
Papyrus Museum of the Austrian National Library ticket help
Ask our help team if you have any questions.
For more information please visit the Austrian National Library website.
Getting in: head straight for the entrance, show your valid pass and you're in!
Hours of Operation
June - September
Tuesday - Sunday: 10AM - 6PM
Thursday: 10AM - 9PM
October - May
Tuesday - Sunday: 10AM - 6PM
Thursday: 10AM - 9PM
Closings & Holidays
The museum is closed on Mondays
For holiday hours and special closures please see the Austrian National Library website.
Getting there
Address
Neue Burg
Heldenplatz
Vienna, 1010
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Relaxation in Salzquelle Salt Cave - 50 mins
Getting in: present your pass at reception. Sessions begin on the hour. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to receive health and safety information and collect protective socks.
For more information, please visit the attraction website.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 11AM – 9PM
Saturday: 11AM – 5PM
Reservations required
Please call to book (+43 1 8901025). Capacity limited to 10 persons per session.
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Getting there
Address
Seilerstätte 15
Vienna, 1010
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Street Art Tour
Getting in: meet your guide at Spittelau Metro Station, near to the red ticket machines.
Hours of Operation
Thursday - Saturday: 4PM
Reservations required
Email bookings@primetours.at or call 0043 670 206 17 87 to make your reservation. Reservations must be made at least 18 hours before the tour.
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Getting there
Address
Station Spittelau U4/U6
Vienna, 1090
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Esterhazy Palace
Getting in: show your pass at the ticket office for entry.
Hours of Operation
April – October
Tuesday – Sunday and on public holidays: 10AM – 5.30PM
November – March
Saturday – Sunday and on public holidays: 10AM – 4.30PM
December: 10AM – 4.30PM
01 January: 12PM – 4.30PM
Closings & Holidays
December: 24 & 26 closed 31
Getting there
Address
Esterházyplatz 1
Eisenstadt, 7000
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Forchtenstein Castle
Getting in: show your pass at the ticket office for entry.
Hours of Operation
Closed - back in spring
April - October
Monday, Wednesday – Sunday: 10AM – 5PM
Getting there
Address
Melinda Esterházyplatz 1
Forchtenstein, 7212
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Desert House
For more information, visit the Schönbrunn Zoo website.
Getting in
There's no need to make a booking, simply scan your pass at the turnstiles and you're good to go!
Hours of Operation
January – April
Daily: 9AM – 5PM
May – September
Daily: 9AM – 6PM
October – December
Daily: 9AM - 5PM
Ticket office closing time and last admission is 30 minutes before the Desert House closes.
Getting there
Address
Schlosspark Schönbrunn
Vienna, 1130
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Literature Museum of the Austrian National Library
For more information, visit the Literature Museum's website.
Getting in: show your pass at the entrance.
Hours of Operation
June – September
Tuesday-Sunday: 10AM-6PM
Thursday: 10AM-9PM
October – May
Tuesday - Sunday: 10AM-6PM
Thursday: 10AM-9PM
Closings & Holidays
The museums are closed on Mondays.
On December 24, this attraction will close at 3PM.
Getting there
Address
Johannesgasse 6
Vienna, 1010
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Virtual Reality Walking Tour
For more information, visit the tour's website.
Getting in: show your pass and proof of booking at VR Tours Vienna's office before the tour begins.
Hours of Operation
Wednesday: 5PM
Thursday: 10AM and 5PM
Friday: 10AM and 4PM
Saturday and Sunday: 10AM, 1PM and 4PM
Reservations required
To book your spot, call +43 660 84 666 78 or email [email protected].
Please reserve your spot 24 to 48 hours before the tour.
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Getting there
Address
Johannesgasse 21
Vienna, 1010
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Walking Tour 'Hitler's Vienna'
For more information, please visit the attraction website.
Meeting point: head around the back of the State Opera House towards Albertinaplatz and look for green umbrellas! You will be asked to present your pass at the start of the tour.
Hours of Operation
March - November
Thursday & Saturday: 2.30PM
Reservations required
Please book at least 24 hours in advance by phone (+43 664 5544315 ) or email (info@goodviennatours.eu), quoting your pass number.
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Getting there
Address
Albertinaplatz 1
Vienna, 1010
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Globe Museum & Esperanto Museum Combo Ticket
For more information please see the Austrian National Library website.
Getting in
Head straight for the entrance at both museums, show your valid pass and you're in!
Globe Museum & Esperanto Museum Combo Ticket FAQs
Q - Can I take photos in the museums?
A - Sure, pictures for you private use are totally fine, just make sure your flash is switched off.
Q - Can I take food or drink into the museums?
A - No, it is not permitted to eat or drink in the museum.
Q - Are children allowed in the museums?
A- Of course, but anyone under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Hours of Operation
June - September
Tuesday - Sunday: 10AM - 6PM
Thursday: 10AM - 9PM
October - May
Tuesday - Sunday: 10AM - 6PM
Thursday: 10AM - 9PM
Closings & Holidays
The museums are closed on Mondays.
On December 24, these museums will close at 3PM.
For holiday hours and special closures please see the Austrian National Library website.
Getting there
Address
Herrengasse 9
Vienna, 1010
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Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum & Museum Judenplatz tickets help
Ask our help team if you have any questions.
For more information please visit the Jewish Museum website.
Getting in: just show your pass at the ticket office and you're in.
Please note: there are two sites for these Museums:
- Jewish Museum: Dorotheergasse 11, 1010 Vienna
- Museum Judenplatz: Judenplatz 8, 1010 Vienna
Hours of Operation
Jewish Museum
Sunday–Friday: 10AM–6PM
Museum Judenplatz
Sunday–Thursday: 10AM–6PM
Friday: 10AM–2PM
Closings & Holidays
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
Getting there
Address
Dorotheergasse 11
Vienna, 1010
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The Manhunt by Stephansdom
Getting in
You can pick up The Manhunt pack by showing your pass at the Uhrenmuseum (the Vienna Clock Museum).
Hours of Operation
Tuesday-Friday: 9AM-5PM
Saturday-Sunday: 10AM-5PM
Activity duration: approximately 2 hours
Closings & Holidays
Mondays
Getting there
Address
Pick-up point: Uhrenmuseum (Vienna Clock Museum)
Schulhof 2
Vienna, 1010
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