Vienna Christmas Tour With Imperial Lights at Schönbrunn Palace Garden
About this activity
Highlights
- Admire Vienna’s magical holiday atmosphere as you tour the city on a double-decker bus
- Wander through the Schönbrunn Palace Gardens and experience the dazzling Imperial Lights display
- Enjoy a charming stroll along a trail illuminated by captivating light installations
- Explore Vienna’s Christmas markets and immerse yourself in the seasonal spirit
- Warm up with mulled wine and savour tasty snacks as you make your way through the gardens
Full description
Hop aboard and enjoy a live-guided Christmas evening tour on an open-top double-decker bus. Experience Austria’s capital at its most magical, as Vienna sparkles with festive charm. From the grand Ringstraße in the heart of the city to the beautifully illuminated Christmas markets that glow with warmth and colour, this panoramic tour showcases Vienna’s highlights dressed for the holiday season.
Your journey continues to Schönbrunn Palace, where you’ll explore Imperial Lights, a breathtaking new light experience set within the historic palace gardens. The Crown Prince Garden and surrounding areas are transformed into a spectacular world of illumination, featuring artistic installations that blend baroque elegance with modern light design.
Inspired by the imperial era, these installations cast the gardens in an entirely new light, culminating in Vienna’s largest sound-to-light show. Enjoy a magical 60–70-minute walk along the glowing trail, offering new perspectives on Vienna’s imperial history and cultural heritage.
As you make your way along the illuminated path, savour snacks, punch, mulled wine, and alcohol-free drinks—the perfect combination for a delightful winter evening.
Included / Excluded
- 60 to 70-minute Live-guided Christmas evening tour by open-top bus
- English-speaking live guide
- Audio guide (available in 9 languages)
- Entrance to Imperial Lights at Schönbrunn Palace Gardens
- Food and drinks
- Hotel Pick-up / Drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Stop 1: Opera / Albertina
Albertinapl. 2, Albertinapl. 2, 1010 Wien, Austria
Important information
Know before you book
- This Christmas tour runs on selected dates between 6th Nov 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027. Check the calendar for specific dates.
Know before you go
- Tour runs from Stop #1 – Opera (Albertinaplatz). at 4:30pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early for a prompt departure.
- Dress warmly for the winter evening
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
The Tour our runs from Stop #1 – Opera / Albertina Albertinapl. 1 (On the right of the Albertina Museum) at 4:30pm. Your experience will include free headphones with an entertaining and experienced Live English-speaking guide.
Itinerary:
4:30 PM – Departure from Stop #1 (Albertina)
60–70 min panoramic bus tour with live guide
5:30–5:40 PM – Arrival at Schönbrunn Palace
Visit to the Christmas Market at Schönbrunn with guide
6:00 PM – Arrival at Light Garden entrance, guide leaves group
Guests explore the Light Garden independently
7:30 PM – Shuttle bus returns to city center