Vienna City Cards: Discover Vienna with ease

All attractions, one card
All attractions, one card
Multiple card options
Multiple card options
Cost-effective and convenient
Cost-effective and convenient
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Vienna is a city where imperial history meets modern culture, with grand palaces, museums, and cafés at every corner. Exploring the city is much easier with Vienna City Cards, which combine entry to top attractions, guided tours, river cruises, and unlimited public transport in one pass. What makes them convenient is that these passes are budget-friendly and flexible, letting you pack your itinerary or enjoy the city at a leisurely pace.

Vienna City Cards in a nutshell

Vienna City Card
  • Variety of cards: Choose from day-based passes, attraction-based passes, or public transport cards, including Vienna Pass, Vienna Flexi Pass, Vienna City Card, Vienna Welcome Card, and Vienna MegaPass.
  • Type of city cards: Day-based cards offer unlimited access for consecutive days, while attraction-based cards let you pick a fixed number of sights. Public transport cards focus solely on mobility and discounts.
  • Which city card is best for you? If you want to see as much as possible, go for the Vienna Pass. For selective sightseeing, the Vienna Flexi Pass works best. For seamless travel across the city with discounts, choose the Vienna City Card.
  • How to use your city card: Activate your pass via the respective app or QR code. Show it at attractions, museums, or transport and you’re ready to head right in!

Why buy the Vienna City Card?

Guests admiring paintings inside Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna.

Save up to 50%

Gain discounted entry to 200+ attractions, landmarks, museums, and cultural experiences.

Couple walking in gardens of Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna.

Skip the lines

Enjoy fast-track entry at popular sites like Schönbrunn Palace and Madame Tussauds.

Northern rockhopper penguin standing on rocks at Schönbrunn Zoo.

Flexible sightseeing

Choose passes based on days, number of attractions, or transport needs, without having to purchase multiple tickets for each.

Red tram in front of Vienna's Burgtheater, Austria, with people walking nearby.

Convenient transport

Travel unlimited on trams, buses, metros, and trains without buying individual tickets.

Compare costs: savings with a Vienna City Card

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Attraction based cards

VIENNA CITY CARD

Day-based cards

Types of Vienna cards explained: Day-Based vs. Attraction-Based vs. Public Transport

Vienna sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus driving through city.

Day-based Vienna passes give you one-time entry to more than 60 attractions over 1, 2, 3, or 6 consecutive days. They are perfect if you want to squeeze in as many sights as possible and enjoy up to 40 percent savings, plus perks like unlimited Hop-on Hop-off buses and fast-track entry.

How this pass helps:

  • This pass helps you cover Vienna’s biggest attractions quickly, including palaces, museums, and major landmarks, without worrying about individual ticket costs or long queues. 
  • Recommended tours: Vienna Pass: 1, 2, 3 or 6 Days
Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel with red cabins against a clear blue sky.

Attraction-based Vienna passes let you pick 2 to 5 attractions from a curated list of 40 sights, valid for 60 days. These are perfect for travellers who prefer a relaxed pace, want flexibility, and like paying only for the experiences they truly want without any extras going to waste.

How does this pass help:

  • Flexi passes help you build your own Vienna itinerary by choosing only the museums, palaces, and experiences that matter most to you. 
  • You can visit them anytime within 60 days, enjoy priority access, and save up to 30 percent while exploring the city at your own pace.
  • Recommended tours: Vienna Flexi Pass: 2, 3, 4 or 5 Sights
Albertina Modern entrance with classical statues, Vienna.

Vienna’s transport cards give you unlimited travel on metro, tram, train, and bus lines for 24 hours, 48 hours, or 72 hours. These are great for travellers who love easy, unlimited mobility around the city.

How does this pass help:

  • This pass helps you move around Vienna effortlessly, especially if your sightseeing spots are spread across the city. 
  • Along with unlimited transport, you can save up to 50 percent with discounts at more than 210 museums, attractions, and dining spots.
  • Recommended tours: Vienna City Card: Discounts + Public Transport

Which Vienna City Card is best for you?

Vienna Pass card in front of Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna, with gardens and visitors.

If you want to see as much as possible in a few days

The Vienna Pass gives you one-time entry to more than 60 top attractions for 1, 2, 3, or 6 consecutive days.

Why this pass works well:

  • Ideal for first-time visitors or anyone planning a packed sightseeing schedule
  • Includes fast-track entry and unlimited Hop-on Hop-off bus access
  • Helps you save up to 40 percent compared to buying individual tickets
  • Best for travellers who want maximum coverage and quick, easy access to major sights

Best value tip: If transport is your main priority, the Vienna City Card offers unlimited public transport. But for sightseeing-heavy trips, the Vienna Pass gives far better value and coverage.

Belvedere Castle in Vienna with Flexi Pass logo in foreground.

If you want to visit just a few top attractions on a budget

The Vienna Flexi Pass lets you choose 2 to 5 attractions from a curated list of 40 sights and is valid for 60 days.

Why this pass works well:

  • Great for relaxed travellers, repeat visitors, or anyone with a slower itinerary
  • Saves up to 30 percent and includes priority access at selected attractions
  • Lets you create a personalized plan without the pressure of daily sightseeing
  • Includes a 24 hour Hop-on Hop-off bus ride for easy movement between sights

Best value tip: Compared to the Vienna Pass, it covers fewer attractions but offers much more flexibility. It’s perfect if you only want a few must-see experiences.

Aerial view of Vienna with skyscrapers, historic buildings, and riverside promenade.

If you want unlimited, hassle-free public transport

The Vienna City Card gives unlimited access to metro, tram, train, and bus lines for 24, 48, or 72 hours, plus discounts at more than 210 locations.

Why this pass works well:

  • Perfect for independent explorers, commuters, or travelers staying farther out
  • Helps you save up to 50 percent at museums, restaurants, and attractions
  • Removes the need to buy single tickets or manage zones
  • Great for spontaneous plans and citywide mobility

Best value tip: If you want both attractions and transport, consider pairing with individual tickets. For pure transport convenience plus discounts, this is the strongest option.

Your Vienna City Card options explained

NameCard typeDurationValidity from the date of purchaseAttractions
Vienna Pass

Day-based

1 / 2 / 3 / 6 days

6 days (when activated), 12 months (non-activated)

90 + attractions (approximately)

Vienna Flexi Pass

Attraction-based

60 days

60 days (when activated), 1 year (non-activated)

2 / 3 / 4 / 5 attractions (approximately)

Vienna City Card

Public transport & discounts

24 / 48 / 72 hrs or 7 days

1 day (when activated), 7 days (non-activated)

60+ or 200+ attractions (approximately

Vienna Welcome Card

Public transport & optional bus

24 / 48 / 72 hrs or 7 days

1 day (when activated), 7 days (non-activated)

60+ attractions (approximately)

Vienna MegaPass

Transport + tours + data + attractions

7 days

7 days

15+ attractions (approximately)

Top attractions included in your Vienna City Card

InclusionsVienna PassVienna Flexi PassVienna MegaPass

Schönbrunn Palace

✅ (if selected)

Hofburg Palace

✅ (if selected)

Mozarthaus

✅ (if selected)

Madame Tussauds

✅ (if selected)

Vienna Zoo

✅ (if selected)

Kunsthistorisches Museum

✅ (if selected)

Danube Tower

✅ (if selected)

Top highlights of your Vienna City Card

Schönbrunn Palace with vibrant gardens in Vienna, Austria.
Horse-drawn carriage in front of Hofburg Palace, Vienna, Austria.
Entrance to Mozarthaus in Vienna's historic district.
Madame Tussauds Vienna entrance with colorful facade and statue in front.
Tortoise near water at Desert House, Schönbrunn Zoo, Vienna.
Danube Tower overlooking Vienna cityscape and green parkland.
Exhibit displays at Haus der Musik featuring historical music documents and composer portraits.
Kunsthistorisches Museum interior with grand staircase and marble sculptures.
Panoramabahn Schönbrunn tram on a tree-lined path in Vienna.
Woman sitting on lawn with Hofburg Palace in Vienna in the background.
Equestrian statue in front of Albertina Museum, Vienna.
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Schönbrunn Palace

A UNESCO-listed former summer residence of the Habsburgs, famous for its grand halls and vast gardens.

  • Timings: 8:30am – 5pm (in winter), 5:30pm (spring) and 6pm (in summer)
  • Address: Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47, 1130 Vienna, Austria

Hofburg Palace

Vienna’s historic imperial palace complex, home to museums, state rooms, and the former seat of the Habsburgs.

  • Timings: 9am – 5:30pm
  • Address: Michaelerkuppel, 1010 Vienna, Austria

Mozarthaus Vienna

The only remaining residence of Mozart in Vienna, now a museum showcasing his life and work.

  • Timings: 10am – 6pm
  • Address: Domgasse 5, 1010 Vienna, Austria

Madame Tussauds

A popular wax museum featuring lifelike figures of global icons, historical figures, and celebrities.

  • Timings: 10am – 6pm
  • Address: Riesenradplatz 5, 1020 Vienna, Austria

Vienna Zoo (Schönbrunn Zoo)

The world’s oldest zoo, known for its conservation work and diverse wildlife habitats.

  • Timings: 9am – 4:30pm (in winter), 6:30pm (in summer)
  • Address: Maxingstraße 13b, 1130 Vienna, Austria

Danube Tower

Vienna’s tallest landmark offering panoramic city views and a revolving restaurant.

  • Timings: 10am – 10:30pm
  • Address: Donauturmstraße 4, 1220 Vienna, Austria

House of Music

An interactive sound and music museum celebrating Austria’s rich musical heritage.

  • Timings: 10am – 10pm
  • Address: Seilerstätte 30, 1010 Vienna, Austria

Kunsthistorisches Museum

One of the world’s leading art museums, housing collections from ancient Egypt to Renaissance masters.

  • Timings: 10am – 6pm
  • Address: Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna, Austria

Panoramabahn Schönbrunn

A scenic panorama train that tours visitors through the expansive Schönbrunn Palace gardens.

  • Timings: 10am – 5pm or 6pm
  • Address: Schönbrunn Palace Gardens, 1130 Vienna, Austria

Sisi Museum Hofburg

A museum dedicated to Empress Elisabeth (Sisi), showcasing her personal belongings and imperial life.

  • Timings: 9am – 5:30pm
  • Address: Michaelerkuppel, 1010 Vienna, Austria

Albertina Museum

A major art museum famous for its vast graphic collection and rotating world-class exhibitions.

  • Timings: 10am – 6pm
  • Address: Albertinaplatz 1, 1010 Vienna, Austria

How to use a Vienna City Card

Person holding a phone displaying Vienna City Card at a concierge desk.

Step 1: Choose your city card

Pick the pass that best fits your needs! Make sure you check the attractions covered and choose day or attraction-based options.

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Step 2: Book your tickets

Purchase your City Card using PayPal, credit/debit card, or iDEAL.

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Step 3: Check your email

Receive your ticket instantly in your inbox. Be sure to check spam folders.

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Step 4: Download the operator’s app

Download the operator’s app and follow activation instructions.

Tourists enjoying a tram ride in Vienna, with views of historic architecture outside.

Step 5: Start exploring!

Present your activated pass at attractions to gain entry and enjoy sightseeing!

Frequently asked questions about the Vienna City Card

What is included with the city card?

Vienna City Cards include entry to museums, palaces, guided tours, river cruises, and unlimited public transport, depending on the pass type chosen.

How does the card work?

Activate your pass via the mobile app or QR code. Show it at participating attractions or transport services for entry.

Can I buy the card online or only in person?

All Vienna City Cards are available online and delivered instantly via email as a digital voucher

Does the city card include public transport?

Yes, Vienna City Card and Vienna Welcome Card include unlimited travel on trams, buses, metros, and S-Bahn within validity.

Do I need to make reservations for specific attractions with the card?

Some attractions may require advance booking, particularly guided tours or timed entries. Be  sure to check the official site in advance.

How does the activation and validity period work?

Your pass activates upon first use and remains valid for the selected duration or consecutive days. Non-activated passes are valid for months from purchase.

Are there different types of city cards?

Yes, Vienna offers day-based, attraction-based, and public transport cards, as well as combo passes like the MegaPass.

What attractions are included in the city card?

Attractions vary by pass but include Schönbrunn Palace, Hofburg Palace, Vienna Zoo, Madame Tussauds, Mozarthaus, Kunsthistorisches Museum, and more.

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