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Vienna Christmas Lights Bus Tour

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Highlights

  • See Vienna’s Christmas light displays with an open-top bus tour.
  • Enjoy entry to UNSECO World Heritage Site Schönbrunn Palace.
  • Wander around the Christmas markets and walk the Imperial Lights Trail.
  • Spend a magical evening exploring all things Christmas in Vienna.

Overview

Have the ultimate Christmas adventure with a 90-minute bus tour of Vienna’s Christmas light displays plus entry to the beautiful Schönbrunn Palace and its Imperial Lights Trail.

Step aboard an open-top double-decker bus and journey through the heart of Vienna. Enjoy stunning views of the holiday lights, illuminating the city after dark as you sit back and take in the sights. From iconic landmarks to festive decorations, this tour is a great way to explore the Austrian capital away from the crowds. The live guide onboard will keep you entertained throughout the tour, sharing fascinating facts and stories about the city’s landmarks and festive traditions.

After the tour, the bus will take you to Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you can enjoy access to the palace plus entry to the beautiful Imperial Lights Trail in the Schönbrunn Palace Garden. This 60-90 minute walk will showcase Vienna’s larges sound-to-light show, along with magnificent artistic installations, Christmas markets, and more.

Once your walk is complete, hop back on the bus to make your way back to the city centre. The bus will depart at 7:30pm.

Book now for a magical winter evening in Vienna!

Inclusions

  • 90-minute bus tour of Vienna’s Christmas lights
  • English-speaking live guide on the bus
  • Entry to the Imperial Lights Trail
  • Entry to Schönbrunn Palace
  • Return bus from Schönbrunn Palace

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Additional information

Operating on select dates between 28th November - 6th January 2026

Departure Point: Big Bus Stop #1: Opera (Albertinaplatz)
Departure Time: 4:30pm
Return Bus: 7:30pm

At the end of your time at Schönbrunn Palace, the bus will be waiting at the original drop off location (Schönbrunn bus parking lot) to take you back to the city centre (stop #1 Albertina). The bus will depart at 7:30pm. Please make your way back in time to ensure you do not miss the departure time.
Children aged 4 and under can travel free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult.
Most buses are wheelchair accessible however we cannot accommodate electric wheelchairs.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before scheduled tours.