VIENNA WOODS (WIENERWALD)

Enjoy a ride on the historic Giant Ferris Wheel of the Austrian capital and a symbol of the world-famous Wiener Prater. A must-see attraction in the city, it allows you to soak up breathtaking views of the entire city and its most popular landmarks. The ride lasts 10 to 20 minutes during which you’ll experience spectacular views of the Vienna Woods hills, the picturesque River Danube, the Marchfeld, and the Pannonian Basin. You can even explore the restaurant, Fotoshop, and Souveniershop on your own. The Giant Ferris Wheel offers more than a traditional Ferris wheel cart ride. The newly constructed The Wheel of Time – shown through the ‘Panorama’ installation – revives much-loved Prater traditions with artistic and technical audio-visual elements in eight cabins. Taking on two thousand years of the city’s history and stories about the Prater, discover the city in an extremely unique manner – high above the ground (64.75-meters to be exact) on this quintessential Ferris Wheel.

Experience the magic of Vienna from the historic Giant Ferris Wheel, an iconic symbol of the renowned Wiener Prater. This must-see attraction offers a 10 to 20-minute ride with breathtaking views of the city's landmarks, including the Vienna Woods, Danube River, Marchfeld, and Pannonian Basin. Beyond a typical Ferris wheel ride, the newly introduced "The Wheel of Time" in the 'Panorama' installation brings Prater traditions to life. Eight cabins feature captivating audio-visual elements, showcasing the city's 2,000-year history and the tales of Prater. Soar 64.75 meters above the ground for a unique and engaging perspective on Vienna's rich heritage. Hop-On Hop-Off Vienna Red Route Climb off at any of the stops on this route! Hop on and off around the city center up to the Danube River. Learn about the history and culture of Vienna through pre-recorded commentary available in 13 different languages. First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Opera) Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Opera) Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins Popular stops: House of Music, Lower Belvedere, Museums Quartier & Votive Church Schönbrunn Palace – Blue Route On this route, admire the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the imperial family, and learn about the iconic stops along this route. First bus: 9:45am from Opera/Albertina. Last bus: 5:15pm. Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins Popular stops: Aqua Terre Zoo, Schönbrunn Palace & Zoo, Upper Belvedere & The Hundertwasser House Please click here for a detailed red route map and its boarding points & here for a detailed blue route map and its boarding points.

Explore beautiful sites around the southern part of the Vienna Woods on this tour from Vienna aboard a comfortable coach. Visit to the Heiligenkreuz Abbey and the Hinterbrühl lake grotto.

Explore the Lichtenstein Castle and its surrounding vineyards on a guided tour from Vienna. Take a boat ride on the underground lake in the Vienna Woods and enjoy a wine tasting.

Discover world-class wines, picturesque villages, and wonderfully green landscapes on a farm-to-table Vienna Woods wine tour. Two specially developed itineraries to choose from depending on the season

Experience the thrill of a 4-hour mountain bike tour through the stunning Vienna Woods. Ride along scenic trails, conquer challenging terrain with our guide and high quality mountain bike.