Best Rooftop Views Vienna: 12 Panoramic Viewpoints you need to visit

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Last Updated on April 24, 2023 by gregor

When it comes to Best Rooftop Views in Vienna and mesmerizing panoramic views, then Vienna has a great selection to offer. No matter if you are viewing Vienna from the top of a hotel, or an open patio of a restaurant, you will be able to take breathtaking views.

Keep on reading, as this post contains all the viewpoints I have enjoyed myself, and feel free to share them with others.

Best Rooftop Views Vienna

 

Stephansdom North & South Towers

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. The south tower is higher than the north tower and offers a complete 360-degree view. However, they don’t have a lift, and you will have to climb 343 steps to make your way to the top. They offer a reasonable ticket price for the north and south towers. They both offer a stunning view that you simply cannot miss out on.

Address: St. Stephan’s Cathedral, Stephansplatz 3, 1011

North Tower: Stephansdom North Tower (Click)

South Tower: Stephansdom South Tower (Click)

 

Palace of Justice

Best Rooftop Views Vienna.Justizpalast –  The palace is situated near the Vienna Ringstrasse, and the Austrian parliament. When you walk in, you will see a gorgeous foyer, from here you can make your way to the top cafe. You will be able to enjoy a range of refreshments as you take in the stunning view. The palace has a great deal of history and is an iconic landmark that you should definitely check out if you have the time.

Address: Schmerlingplatz 10-11, 1010

More Information: Justiz Cafe Vienna (Click)

 

Twenty-Five Hours Hotel

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. The 25 Hours Hotel is situated near the Ringstrasse and offers a fully stocked rooftop terrace. The place has a perfect ambiance and will add to the gorgeous view of the city. As you sip on your favorite drink, you will take some of the most gorgeous sights the city has to offer. The terrace is facing Rathaus, Stephansdom, and other well-known architectures in Vienna. Grab a chair, and order your favorite drink, and you will never want to leave.

Addres: Lerchenfelder Straße 1-3

More Information: 25hours Hotel Vienna (Click)

 

Lamee Rooftop view

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. The Lamee Rooftop is just a short walk from Stephansplatz and is a beautiful bar that offers delicious drinks and snacks. You can easily enjoy the amazing view, as you eat hot food, and sip on a refreshing drink. There are a few occasions when you are able to catch a glimpse of the sun setting behind one of Vienna’s most iconic landmarks. The Stephansdom is a gorgeous piece of architecture, that is brought to life during the sunset.

Address: Rotentrumstraße 15, Lichtensteg 3, 1010

More Information: Vienna Lamee Rooftop Bar (Click)

 

Gerngross, Mariahilferstrasse

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. This mall is located along Vienna’s Mariahilferstrasse. The place is packed with shops on the lower level, and at the top, there is a restaurant. The shops are closed on Sundays, but the restaurant is open 7 days a week, so you can enjoy a delicious meal with a beautiful view of the city of Vienna.

Address: Mariahilfer Str. 42-48, 1070

Official Website: Vienna Gerngross Kaufhaus (Click)

 

Donau Tower

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. The Donau tower rises from the Donaupark, which is located on the north side of the city. With a 150-meter high viewing point, it’s hard to miss anything. The platform offers a complete 360 degrees view of Vienna, so you can take in all the beautiful sights and charm the city has to offer. In addition, if you love a good adrenaline rush, the tower offers a bungee jumping site. Or you can grab a quick bite at the restaurant.

Address: Donauturmstraße 4, 1220

More Information: Vienna Donauturm (Click)

 

S/O Vienna

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. You can get to the S/O Vienna Hotel by crossing the Danube canal located near Schwedenplatz. This stunning hotel offers an even more stunning rooftop restaurant and bar. You can enjoy anything from food to cocktails while watching the mesmerizing sunset. If you wish to visit the place alone you can grab a chair at the bar, where you will get both food and a variety of delicious drinks.

Address: Praterstraße 1, 1020

More Information:  S/O Vienna(Click)

 

360 Ocean Sky – Haus Des Meeres

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. The place is actually an aquarium that offers a huge range of tropical fish and exotic animals from all over the world. However, the 9th and 11th floors have been transformed into a viewing room. From here you can take in gorgeous views of the city, and if you visit the 11th floor you can grab food and drinks at the Ocean’s Sky Cafe while enjoying a panoramic view.

Address: Fritz-Grunbaum-Platz 1, 1060

More Information: Vienna Haus des Meeres (Click)

 

Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. One of the most popular attractions in the city, the Schönbrunn gardens are free to enter from the rear of the palace. When you reach the top of the garden, you will be able to see as far as Kahlenberg. If you wish to enjoy a higher view, then you will have to pay a small fee to get to the Gloriette. The view just gets even better, and you can rest for a while.

Address: Schloß Schönbrunn, 1130

More Information: Vienna Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens (Click)

 

Kahlenberg

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. If you head towards the north, you will find yourself in Kahlenberg and Viennese Wineries which offer a spectacular view of the city. If you don’t have a car, you can easily take the 38A bus, which will take you all the way to the top. If you are a hiker, then you can follow the hiking trails, keep in mind that hikes 1 and 1a can help you reach the viewpoints, and you can find more information by clicking on the link provided below.

More Information: https://www.wien.gv.at/english/leisure/hiking/ (Click)

 

Jubiläumswarte

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. If you head towards the west side of the city you will end up in Jubiläumswarte. You can reach the top using a bus, or car, or by following the hike 4 route. The thin tower is tall and offers chilled air. As you are at a great deal of height and will be able to take in the lush green trees-filled hills, a rural scene, and a touch of the city. The place does not offer the same view as the other places do, but it is a must-have experience.

Address: Johann-Staud-Straße 80, 1160

 

Skybar at Steffl Department Store

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. The Skybar is more of a restaurant and cafe than just a bar. You can take in a beautiful view of the city, as you try many international and local dishes and drinks. The place is surrounded by landmarks, so you can walk around and take in the city from a different viewpoint from a single location. In addition, the place offers a different perspective and allows you to take in some of the most iconic landmarks and architecture.

Address: Steffl Department Store Karntner Straße 19, 1010

More Information: www.skybox.at (Click)

 

The Ritz Carlton Hotel, Vienna

Best Rooftop Views Vienna. A luxury hotel, that offers something extra. The Ritz Carlton in Vienna has a gorgeous rooftop patio, that offers a great view of the city. When you look north you will be able to see the tips of Stephansdom & Rathaus. When you look in the southeast direction you will see the beautiful Karlskirche and the Belvedere. If you get a chance to visit during the winter, then you will be able to enjoy the city’s highest Christmas market. Either way, the place offers an experience you should not miss out on.

Address: Schubertring 5- 7 Vienna, 1010

More Information: http://www.ritzcarlton.com (Click)

 

These are some of the best places that offer amazing views around Vienna. What is amazing is that each place offers a different perspective of the city and allows you to take in a great deal of beauty and atmosphere. As you enjoy a cool drink or have so tasty food you can simply look around and wonder about the great history the city has to offer. Vienna has been through a great deal over the years and is finally making its way to the top. Just by standing on top of our first recommendation, you will realize why Vienna is regarded as a tourist hotspot. Yet, even with a great range of tourists hustling and bustling around the city, you will be able to enjoy the company of friendly locals, simply taking the beautiful views of the city as you are.

 

Get started on these best rooftop patios and viewpoints in Vienna and will keep soon add more locations to the list. However, if you feel that we have missed an important viewpoint in Vienna, then do not hesitate to get in touch. As we would love to add your recommendation to the list and visit the space ourselves.

 

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