Vienna Pass: what's included and how much it costs
What the Vienna Pass includes, how much it costs (1, 2, 3 and 6 days), how to use it, where to buy it and whether it's worth it for Vienna's attractions.
Miriam3 min readVerified · June 2026
What is the Vienna Pass?
The Vienna Pass is the classic tourist card you find in most cities around the world, with which you can save on your trips. I'll give you all the details on what it is, how to use it and how much the Vienna Pass tourist card costs.
What does the Vienna Pass include?
The Vienna Pass card gives free access to the city's main attractions and museums, includes the Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus and offers discounts on other Vienna experiences.
Some of the attractions included in the Vienna Pass:
- Schönbrunn Palace (full entry).
- Hofburg Palace (full entry).
- Belvedere Palace (entry to the Upper and Lower Belvedere).
- Danube Tower.
- Madame Tussauds.
- Natural History Museum.
- Mozart House.
- Spanish Riding School.
- Prater Giant Ferris Wheel.
The Vienna Pass tourist card also includes Vienna's sightseeing bus, with 4 different routes and 50 stops.
How much does the Vienna Pass cost?
The price of the Vienna Pass tourist card varies depending on the number of days you book.
You can book your Vienna Pass for 1, 2, 3 or 6 days.
Children under 6 enjoy the Vienna Pass for FREE, if accompanied by an adult who holds a Vienna Pass.
| Card | Adults | Children (6-18) | Under 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | €99 | €49.50 | Free |
| 2 days | €139 | €69.50 | Free |
| 3 days | €165 | €82.50 | Free |
| 6 days | €199 | €99.50 | Free |
How do you use the Vienna Pass?
Once you've received at your hotel, or collected at the agreed point, your Vienna tourist card, all that's left is to activate it. The card activates the first time you use it and lasts for the time you bought it for.
If, for example, you buy the 1-day Vienna Pass and use it for the first time on Friday at 9:45, you can use it until Saturday at 9:45.
The card can only be used once per included attraction.
Is the Vienna Pass worth buying?
Vienna is quite an expensive city, so in my opinion the Vienna Pass is well worth it, because it includes Vienna's most popular attractions.
Where can I buy the Vienna Pass?
OK, I've convinced you of the card's wonders and now you want to know where to buy the Vienna Pass.
Once purchased, you can collect your Vienna Pass at the Vienna Tourist Office, at 3-5 Opernring, no. 17-24, opposite the Vienna Opera. It's open from 09:00 to 18:00.
And remember, the best way to start discovering a destination without breaking the bank is with a free walking tour.
I hope this post and these tips have been useful for making the most of Vienna, the City of Music.
FAQ
What does the Vienna Pass include?
Free access to the main attractions and museums (Schönbrunn, Hofburg, Belvedere, Madame Tussauds, the Prater Ferris wheel…), the Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus and discounts on other experiences.
How much does the Vienna Pass cost?
Approximately: 1 day €99, 2 days €139, 3 days €165 and 6 days €199 (adults). Children aged 6 to 18 pay half and under-6s go free. Confirm the current price when you book.
Is the Vienna Pass worth it?
If you're going to visit several paid attractions in a few days, yes: Vienna is expensive and the pass pays for itself quickly. If you'll only see a couple of places, work out beforehand whether it's worth it.
Where do you buy and collect the Vienna Pass?
You buy it online and collect it at the Vienna Tourist Office (Opernring, opposite the Opera), or it's sent to your hotel. It activates the first time you use it.
Do children pay for the Vienna Pass?
Under-6s go free accompanied by an adult with a Vienna Pass; ages 6 to 18 get a reduced rate.
