Big Bus Vienna Christmas Tour: Schönbrunn Palace &Imperial Lights
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Experience Vienna's festive magic on an evening panoramic bus tour followed by the spectacular Imperial Lights at Schönbrunn Palace.
Begin with a 60–70-minute guided bus tour through Vienna, admiring illuminated city sights with commentary from your English-speaking guide.
At Schönbrunn, enjoy a short guided introduction to the palace and its charming Christmas Market before heading to Imperial Lights.
With admission included, explore the beautifully illuminated palace gardens at your own pace, discovering dazzling light installations along the designated route.Enjoy approximately 90 minutes to experience Imperial Lights and, if time allows, browse the Christmas Market for festive treats and gifts.
Take the included 7:30 PM shuttle back to central Vienna, or stay longer and return independently.
Please note: Imperial Lights is self-guided, and the Christmas Market visit includes a brief guided introduction.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Optional return shuttle to Central Vienna at 19:30
- English-speaking guide during the bus tour and walk to Imperial Lights
- Admission to Imperial Lights in Schönbrunn Palace Gardens
- 60–70-minute panoramic bus tour
- Guided introduction to Schönbrunn Palace and Christmas Market
- Pre-recorded commentary in nine languages during your panoramic bus tour.
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Guided tour inside Imperial Lights
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Begin your evening sightseeing journey past the magnificent Vienna State Opera, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Admire its grand architecture against the evening skyline as you travel along Vienna’s famous Ringstraße.
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Stop 2
Discover Vienna’s imperial heritage as you pass the impressive Hofburg Palace, once home to the powerful Habsburg dynasty. See the grand palace complex and surrounding historic streets as Vienna takes on a magical atmosphere after dark.
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Stop 3
Admire the striking neo-Gothic architecture of Vienna’s City Hall, one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks. During the Christmas season, the surrounding Rathausplatz becomes a centre of festive celebrations, adding to the atmosphere of your evening tour.
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Stop 4
Pass the magnificent Karlskirche, one of Vienna’s most beautiful Baroque churches. Its impressive dome and grand columns create a striking sight against the evening sky, making it a memorable landmark on your panoramic tour.
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Stop 5
Travel past the elegant Volksgarten, a historic park in the heart of Vienna’s imperial district. Surrounded by magnificent architecture, this area offers a glimpse into the city’s grand imperial past as you continue your evening sightseeing journey.
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Stop 6
Continue past Vienna’s famous Stadtpark, known for its landscaped gardens and golden Johann Strauss monument. Enjoy the atmosphere of the city after dark as your panoramic tour takes you through some of Vienna’s most historic neighbourhoods.
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Stop 7
Arrive at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg emperors and one of Vienna's most iconic landmarks. Admire the grand palace exterior and soak up the festive atmosphere as your guide leads you through the Christmas Market towards the entrance to Imperial Lights, where your self-guided experience begins.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Hop on our Evening Tour at Stop #1 Opera / Albertina on the Blue Route (On the right of the Albertina Museum) The tour departs at 4:30pm and the duration is 3 hours. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Simply show your printed or digital ticket to a member of staff at Stop 1 or on board.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $50.22 per person
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