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Vienna: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket to the Danube Tower
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The Danube Tower (Donauturm) is one of the most iconic symbols of Vienna and the tallest building in Austria at 252 metres high. Built in 1964 to a design by architect Hannes Lintl on the occasion of the International Garden Show (WIG 64), this panoramic tower has over the decades become one of the Austrian capital’s most popular tourist attractions.
Situated in the heart of the Donaupark in Vienna’s 22nd district, the Danube Tower offers visitors a unique experience: a 360-degree panoramic view of the city and its surroundings that, on a clear day, extends up to 80 kilometres away, reaching as far as the Rax mountains, Schneeberg and even Bratislava. Two express lifts take you to the viewing platform in just 35 seconds, making the experience even more exciting.
Besides being a privileged vantage point, the Danube Tower is also home to Austria’s highest revolving restaurant at 170 metres and the Turm Café at 160 metres, both with breathtaking panoramic views. Since 2010, the tower has added a new adrenalin-pumping attraction: Europe’s highest water slide, which starts at a height of 165 metres and offers a unique experience for the brave.
The Danube Tower is part of the World Federation of Great Towers and in addition to its tourist function, it also houses antennas for private and public radio broadcasts, confirming its importance not only as an attraction but also as the city’s infrastructure.
The viewing platform at a height of 150 metres is the heart of the Danube Tower experience. Here, visitors can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view of Vienna and its surroundings through two distinct areas: the outdoor terrace for days when the weather is fine, and the glazed indoor terrace when the weather does not permit being outdoors.
The platform is equipped with interactive panorama screens available in eight languages, which provide detailed information about the attractions visible from above. Through these devices, you can easily identify Vienna’s main sights such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Schönbrunn Palace, the Prater with its famous Ferris wheel and the Danube meandering through the city.
At a height of 170 metres is the Turm, a revolving restaurant that completes a full rotation in 26, 39 or 52 minutes depending on the selected speed. This slow and constant movement allows diners to gradually admire the entire Viennese panorama while enjoying the Austrian and international cuisine proposed by the chef.
The restaurant offers an à la carte menu that combines traditional Austrian dishes with contemporary international influences. Reservations are compulsory and are recommended in advance, especially for sunset dinners, which are particularly picturesque moments. The dining experience is enhanced by the ever-changing view, offering ever-changing perspectives of the Austrian capital.
The Turm Café is located 160 metres above sea level and is a more informal alternative to the restaurant. Designed in the style of the 1960s, this rotating café maintains the atmosphere of the time when the tower was built, offering visitors the authentic Viennese coffee experience at high altitude.
The menu at the Turm Café includes a selection of traditional Austrian pastries, high-quality coffee and hot small plates. It is not possible to reserve a table (except for weekend brunch), so places are allocated according to availability upon arrival. The relaxed ambience and panoramic views make this an ideal space for a contemplative break while visiting.
Since 2010, the Danube Tower has been home to Europe’s highest slide, an attraction designed by artist Carsten Höller that starts at a height of 165 metres. The slide runs 40 metres along the outer north side of the tower, allowing brave visitors to slide down to the viewing platform at 150 metres in just 7-9 seconds, reaching speeds of up to 18 km/h.
The slide experience has a 29-degree incline and is completely enclosed in a transparent tunnel that allows visitors to see the view during the vertiginous descent. The slide is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (weather permitting) and requires an additional ticket in addition to the tower entrance fee. This attraction is not suitable for people with heart problems or claustrophobia.
The standard admission ticket for the Danube Tower costs €19.90 for adults if purchased on site, while online purchase with priority access is priced at €18. Children up to the age of 3 enter free of charge, while a reduced ticket is available for children aged 4 to 14. Students and pensioners over 65 can enjoy discounted rates by presenting a valid ID.
The tower slide requires an additional ticket of €5 on top of the main entrance fee. Purchasing tickets online is strongly recommended, especially during peak season and weekends, to avoid queues and ensure priority access to the express lifts.
The Danube Tower is open every day of the week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., including public holidays. The last lift up leaves at 21:15 and the last lift down is at 21:45. These times allow visitors to admire both the day and night panorama of Vienna, with the illuminated city offering a completely different spectacle.
During the summer months and on special occasions, the hours may be extended until midnight, especially on weekends and during special events. It is important to check the updated opening hours on the tower’s official website, as adverse weather conditions may result in changes to opening hours or temporary closure of the outdoor platform.
The Turm Restaurant and the Turm Café have slightly different opening hours and require separate reservations.
For a complete tour of the tower, including the viewing platform and a stop at the café, at least 1-2 hours are recommended, while with dinner at the revolving restaurant the time can extend to 3-4 hours for a complete experience.
The Danube Tower is easily reached by Viennese public transport. The nearest underground station is Kaisermühlen VIC on the U1 line, from which the tower is about a 10-minute walk through the Donaupark. Alternatively, from the Alte Donau station (lines U1 and U6) you can take bus 20A, which stops directly at the Donauturm stop.
Another option is to use bus 20A from the Handelskai (line U6) or Vorgartenstraße (line U1) stations, both of which are well connected to the centre of Vienna. For those who prefer a more scenic route, it is possible to walk to the tower from Donaumarina station through the Donaupark in about 15 minutes.
Those arriving by car can use the A4 Ostautobahn motorway and the A23 South-East exit in the direction of Handelskai, crossing Brigittenauer Brücke and following the signs to Donauturmstraße. Paid parking is available at the tower, although on weekends and public holidays it can be difficult to find a space, making public transport the most convenient option.
The Danube Tower is located at Donauturmplatz 1, in the heart of the Donaupark in Vienna.
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