HEROES’ SQUARE (HELDENPLATZ)

See Vienna’s best for less! Enjoy a leisurely Danube Canal cruise and an adventurous hop-on hop-off bus tour, covering all the city’s highlights with this great-value combo. Danube Sightseeing Cruise Please click here for the Danube river cruise route map. Schedule Departure: 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5:30pm, 7pm from Vienna / Schwedenplatz Duration: 75 minutes Popular sights: Danube Island, Ernst Happel Stadium, Millennium Tower Embark on a captivating 75-minute cruise along Vienna's Danube Canal. As you glide gracefully through the water, soak in the breathtaking cityscape dotted with iconic landmarks like the Uniqa Tower, Otto Wagner's Schützenhaus, Rossauer Barracks, and the unique Hundertwasser's waste incineration plant at Spittelau. Don't miss the charm of the city as the boat turns around and sails through graffiti-lined streets, trendy neighborhoods, and lively hangout spots. Vienna HOHO Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. Blue line The Blue route offers a chic tour through Vienna's grand cultural and architectural highlights. Start with the opulent State Opera and National Theatre, then marvel at the majestic City Hall, before soaring above the city on the Danube Tower and taking in sweeping views from the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel. Schedule First bus: 9:20am from Museum of Applied Arts Last bus: 5:20pm from Museum of Applied Arts Frequency: approx. 10-20 minutes Popular stops: State Opera, National Theatre/ City Hall, Danube Tower, Giant Ferris Wheel Yellow line Embark on Vienna’s Yellow route for a royal and artistic journey. Begin at the opulent Schönbrunn Palace, where golden grandeur and sprawling gardens await. Next, immerse yourself in contemporary brilliance at the Museum of Contemporary Art, showcasing modern masterpieces. Don't forget to see Belvedere Palace’s Baroque elegance and Klimt’s iconic “The Kiss,” all wrapped up in a vibrant cultural tapestry. Schedule First bus: 9:20am from State Opera Last bus: 5:40pm from State Opera Frequency: approx. every 15 minutes Popular stops: Schönbrunn Palace, Museum of Contemporary Art, Belvedere Palace Red line Hop on the Red route for a vibrant Vienna tour, where grand monuments and cultural treasures await! At Heroes' Square its majestic statues and the awe-inspiring Hofburg Palace prepare to unveil themselves. Glide by the Sigmund Freud Museum, a quirky spot where the father of psychoanalysis pondered human behavior. The Museum of Applied Arts, a treasure trove of design and innovation from the past to the present, is an attraction you must include during your trip! Schedule First bus: 9:15am from State Opera Last bus: 5:45pm from State Opera Frequency: approx. 10-30 minutes Popular stops: Heroes' Square, Sigmund Freud Museum, Museum of Applied Arts

You will board the bus at the Vienna State Opera. Enjoy a relaxing journey aboard the air-conditioned bus, through the beautiful Hungarian lowlands, before reaching Budapest at around 10:15 AM. The first part of the experience is a sightseeing tour on the bus through the district of ‘Pest’. You will see some of the city’s popular attractions such as the neo-Gothic Parliament, the Heroes’ Square, and the Opera House. After your bus tour, you will go to a local restaurant, where you can enjoy a typical Hungarian lunch. After a delectable lunch consisting of local delicacies, the second part of your tour will begin. You will start on a guided tour of the district of ‘Buda’. First up is a visit to the historic Royal Palace, which is also known as the Buda Castle. Currently, it houses the Budapest History Museum as well as the Hungarian National Gallery. Next up is a visit to the Fisherman’s Bastion, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Matthias Church. Finally, you will visit Margaret Island, famous for its recreational facilities and gorgeous parks. The tour will soon come to an end at 3pm. You will now have 2 hours to relax, shop, or explore the city further. The bus will depart for Vienna at 5pm, and you will be back in Vienna by 8pm.

Blue Line First bus: 10:20am from stop #1 Museum of Applied Arts Last bus: 7pm from stop #23 Museum of Applied Arts Frequency: Buses run frequently throughout the day, ensuring minimal waiting times at each stop. Popular Stops: State Opera, National Theatre/ City Hall, Danube Tower, Giant Ferris Wheel Winter schedule (from Nov 6, 2023 to Mar 22, 2024) First bus: 9:20am from stop #1 State Opera Last bus: 4:20 from stop #1 State Opera Frequency: Buses run frequently throughout the day, ensuring minimal waiting times at each stop. Popular Stops: National Theatre/ City Hall, Danube Tower, Giant Ferris Wheel Yellow Line First bus: 9:15am from stop #1 State Opera Last bus: 6:15pm from stop # 1 State Opera Frequency: Regular bus schedules ensure that you can hop on and off at your convenience. Popular Stops: Schönbrunn Palace, Museum of Contemporary Art, Belvedere Palace Winter schedule (from Nov 6, 2023 to Mar 22, 2024) First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 State Opera Last bus: 4:45pm from stop # 1 State Opera Frequency: Regular bus schedules ensure that you can hop on and off at your convenience. Popular Stops: Schönbrunn Palace, Museum of Contemporary Art, Belvedere Palace Red Line First bus: 9:15am from stop #1 State Opera Last bus: 5:45pm from stop #1 State Opera Frequency: The Red Line maintains a consistent schedule throughout the day, allowing you to explore the city at your own pace. Popular Stops: Heroes' Square, Sigmund Freud Museum, Museum of Applied Arts Winter schedule (from Nov 6, 2023 to Mar 22, 2024) First bus: 9:15am from stop #1 State Opera Last bus: 3:15pm from stop #1 State Opera Frequency: The Red Line maintains a consistent schedule throughout the day, allowing you to explore the city at your own pace. Popular Stops: Heroes' Square, Sigmund Freud Museum, Museum of Applied Arts Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points and here for Winter schedule and routes. Danube Tower Get a fantastic view of Vienna from the top dog – the Danube Tower! Hop on a speedy elevator, shoot up 150 meters, and voila! You're on the coolest viewing platform in the city. It's like a 360° party up there – all of Vienna laid out like a mini city under the vast sky. And guess what? There's an awesome ride waiting for you – the Donauturm Slide, the craziest slide in all of Europe! It's hanging out 165 meters above the city, just challenging you to take the plunge. Your ticket comes with Turm Café access for delightful treats and city views, as well as a leisurely stroll through Danube Park.

Traverse across the city's most significant landmarks with versatile options based on your preference. Board the bus at various stops, including the State Opera, National Theatre/ City Hall, Danube Tower, and Giant Ferris Wheel. Schedule First bus: 9:20am from Museum of Applied Arts Last bus: 6:40pm from Museum of Applied Arts Frequency: every 20mins Popular Stops: State Opera, Danube Tower, Giant Ferris Wheel Yellow Line If you wish to get a slice of Vienna's royalty then this route takes you through the most iconic palaces of town. Schedule First bus: 9:20am from State Opera Last bus: 6:20pm from State Opera Frequency: every 20mins Popular Stops: Schönbrunn Palace, Museum of Contemporary Art, Belvedere Palace Red Line Along the Red Line, you can catch glimpses of former emperors' residences, art galleries, and other important and historic landmarks of Vienna. Schedule First bus: 9:15am from State Opera Last bus: 6:45pm from State Opera Frequency: every 20 to 30mins Popular Stops: Heroes' Square, Austrian Parliament, City Hall Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points. You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Visit the wonderful attractions of Vienna and teleport yourself into a world where culture, heritage, and amazing architecture coexist, along with noteworthy history. Hofburg Palace complex Located in the heart of Vienna, Austria, this sprawling complex is all about rich history and architectural grandeur. The Hofburg served as a political and social center of the Habsburg empire for centuries. On your 2.5-hour guided tour in English, German, Italian, French, or Spanish you will visit some of the crucial places of interest in the complex like the Sisi Museum and the Imperial apartments. Sisi Museum and Imperial apartments "Sisi" refers to Empress Elisabeth of Austria who was known to have an incredible jewelry collection that you can admire here. Find exquisite clothing, travel items, beautifying tools, and other artifacts at the museum. Moving to the Imperial apartments, the former winter residence of the Habsburg royal family, you can walk through relevant quarters that tell a lot about the royal family. Private chambers, dressing rooms, and bathrooms are so aesthetically done, that it will leave you amazed. One of the key highlights of the apartment is her exercise room which surely talks about her interest in keeping fit. Of Courtyards and Gardens The open area of the complex is visually breathtaking with its statues, fountains, flowerbeds, and well-designed open spaces. Your 5-star guide will tell you about Heldenplatz and Burggarten and how they were used as venues for important events and Nazi rallies. You will see the famous Spanish Riding School with Lipizzaner horses, a unique breed known for their haute école (high school) equestrian movements. If you visit around winter, there are performances held at the Hofburg Palace. Pay a visit to the Heroes' Square and Augustinian Church, prominent places of historical and religious importance in Austrian history.