Vienna to Budapest: Day Trip by bus

Check the current entry requirements for Hungary both when making your booking and immediately before starting the booked day trip, as well as the current entry requirements for Austria in connection with your return journey. You are responsible for compliance with these provisions. We are not responsible for the fact that the authorities may allow you to enter the country.
Do not forget to carry a passport with you on this tour.

• Enjoy an unforgettable day trip from Vienna to Budapest in a modern, air-conditioned Austrian bus.
• Look forward to an additional photo stop in Bratislava (30 min)—perfect for a quick look around and some great souvenir photos. 
• Immerse yourself in the fascinating history and vibrant culture of Budapest during a city tour with commentary.
• Discover Budapest’s most impressive sights, including the magnificent Hungarian Parliament Building.
• Enjoy approximately 3 hours of free time in Budapest to explore the city on your own, go shopping, or savor local specialties.
• Admire Budapest’s unique location along the majestic Danube with its breathtaking panoramic views. 

Day trip from Vienna to Budapest with a photo stop in Bratislava

Discover two fascinating capital cities along the Danube in a single day. The day trip from Vienna to Budapest with a photo stop in Bratislava, organised by Vienna Sightseeing Tours, combines historic sights, impressive city panoramas and plenty of time for you to explore at your own pace.

The tour starts in the morning outside the Vienna State Opera and heads first to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. After around an hour and a half, you’ll reach the city, where you can capture the key sights during a photo stop in the Old Town and by the Danube.

Photo stop in Bratislava
During your stay in Bratislava, you can look forward to:
• A photo stop in the historic old town
• Views of the Danube
• The chance to take souvenir photos of the Slovak capital
The journey then continues to Budapest, one of Central Europe’s most important cities and a cultural hub on the Danube.

Free time in Budapest
You will have around two hours of free time in Budapest. Make the most of this time however you like:
• Enjoy a typical Hungarian lunch
• Explore the city centre at your own pace
• Shop for souvenirs
• Take a stroll along the Danube promenade
After your free time, please meet at the InterContinental Budapest hotel in the city centre.

Panoramic City Tour of Budapest

Afterwards, you will enjoy a panoramic city tour of the Pest district, with commentary in English and Spanish. During the tour, you will see some of Budapest’s most famous sights:

• Parliament Building
• Hungarian State Opera House
• Great Synagogue
• Heroes’ Square (photo stop)

During the tour, you will gain interesting insights into the history and culture of the Hungarian capital.

Return journey to Vienna
After visiting Budapest, we begin the return journey to Vienna. In the evening, the excursion ends back at the Vienna State Opera, the starting point of the tour.

How long does the day trip from Vienna to Budapest take?
The trip starts at 07:15 in the morning at the Vienna State Opera and ends back in Vienna in the evening. The tour lasts approx. 12 hours 45 minutes.
Does the itinerary include a stop in Bratislava?
Yes, on the way to Budapest, there is a photo stop in Bratislava, with time to explore the Old Town and the banks of the Danube.
Is there any free time in Budapest?
Yes, you’ll have around two hours of free time in Budapest.

Which sights are included on the city tour?

The stops include the Parliament Building, the Hungarian State Opera House, the Great Synagogue and a photo stop at Heroes’ Square.
Where does the tour start and end?
The meeting point and the end point of the tour are in front of the Vienna State Opera House.
On which days is the tour available?
The tour takes place every Tuesday and Thursday.

In which languages is the tour conducted?
The tour is conducted in English and Spanish.
Who is the tour suitable for?
This day trip is ideal for anyone who wants to discover as much of Central Europe as possible during their stay in Vienna. By combining guided activities with free time in Budapest, the tour offers the perfect balance of guided exploration and independent discovery.
If you’d like to experience the atmosphere of Bratislava and the highlights of Budapest without having to worry about travel arrangements, the route or organisation, this excursion is a convenient way to get to know two fascinating cities in one go.