Vienna: Skip-the-Line Giant Ferris Wheel Ride
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If you haven't taken a ride on the Giant Ferris Wheel, you haven't really been to Vienna at all. Enjoy this iconic Viennese experience with it's…
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Vienna City Card: Discounts and Public Transport
Duration: 24 - 72 hours
Enjoy Vienna and explore the city with free, unlimited use of the city's metro, tram, and bus lines. Get around the city quickly and easily, and…
Vienna: Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Bus & Free WiFi
Duration: 24 - 72 hours
Discover the imperial sites of Vienna with a 1, 2, or 3-day ticket for the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus. Jump off at any of the stops along the…
Vienna: Be a Chocolatier for a Day!
Duration: 90 minutes
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Visit the best chocolate museum and workshop in Vienna. Taste delicious treats and learn how to best savor chocolate.
Vienna: City Segway Tour
Duration: 3 hours
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Discover the highlights of Vienna on a Segway tour with an experienced guide. Find more about the history of the city and drive past the…
Vienna: Madame Tussauds Admission Ticket
Duration: 3 hours - 1 day
Enjoy admission to Madame Tussauds Vienna and get up close and personal with all your favorite international celebrities and sports stars. Learn…
Vienna: Flexipass for 3, 4 or 5 Top Sights
Valid: 30 days
Discover Vienna's capital in a relaxing and flexible way. Visit 3, 4 or 5 of Vienna's most famous attractions following a program according to your…
Vienna PASS: 1, 2, 3, or 6 Days of Sightseeing
Valid: 1 - 6 days
The Vienna PASS is an all-inclusive sightseeing card that gives you the opportunity to experience the many faces of Vienna. You’ll get free admission…
Vienna: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Guided Walking Tour
Duration: 24 - 72 hours
Explore Vienna at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Get on and off whenever you want at any of 50 stops all over the city, or remain…
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Vienna's Prater Amusement Park: Top 5 Unmissable Rides
In the heart of Vienna's gorgeous Prater park lies the famous amusement park known as the Wurstelprater. The Wurstelprater first opened its doors in 1766 and today hosts an unusual mix of classic and brand new rides, offering an exciting day out for all ages.
Giant Ferris Wheel
Built in 1897, the Wiener Riesenrad is one of Vienna's favorite tourist attractions. Famous from films like The Third Man and Before Sunrise, it grants stunning views of the city.
Praterturm
For a panorama that trumps that of the ferris wheel, plus an injection of adrenaline, climb aboard the 117-meter-tall Praterturm, the highest flying swing in the world.
Calafatis Magic Rotor
A classic of old-style theme parks, the magic rotor spins at a speed of 30 rotations per minute, gluing its passengers to the wall through pure centrifugal force.
Volare
Those who dare should make sure to ride Volare, a roller coaster that propels passengers through the air head first, simulating the feeling of flight over a distance of 420 meters.
Ejection Seat
If Volare wasn't enough for you, then head over to the Ejection Seat and get catapulted towards the sky at a mind-blowing speed of 14 meters per second.
Our insider tips
Christmas market
If you happen to be visiting the Prater in winter, make sure to check out the famous traditional Christmas market, which takes place every year from mid-November until the beginning of January in front of the giant ferris wheel.
Tickets
Note that there is no admission fee for the amusement park and that tickets must be bought for each individual ride, which is great for parents that want to indulge their kids, as the park is a very pleasant hang-out spot even for those not seeking thrills.
Good to know
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- When should I visit?
- Open 24 hours a day year round. Individual attractions have different opening hours.
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- Is it expensive?
- Admission is free, but the thrilling ride tickets cost extra.
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- Will I need a guide?
- A guide is not necessary, but can add to the day overall.
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- How to get there
- Take the U1 or U2 to Praterstern or the U2 to Messe-Prater.
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- Additional information
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- Check out the Pratercard if you're looking for a cashless way to pay at Prater.
What people are saying about Prater
Very interesting tour, must be repeated.
The tour guide accompanied us where the car for the city tour was waiting, then met us again in Schonbrunn Entrance and lead us directly inside the Palace Our city tour was on May 1, City Center was blocked by manifestations but our City Tour driver/guide did his best to show us almost all the interesting places in the list.
Enjoyed doing something fun & different!
Only 1 critique-at least one more chocolate pouring machine to accommodate big groups, otherwise instructors were clear and helpful, good times! A special thank you and mention to Lila at the shop section -great related convo!
Buses were not so frequent on certain routes
Overall was ok, earphones were not the most comfortable for people with smaller ears like me. Liked that they offered 3 routes and could see a big part of Vienna within one day.
The buses were clean and in good condition
We enjoyed the Hop on, Hop off buses in Vienna. We used both the red and the blue line. The commentary was clear and gave a good overall view of the history of Vienna.
Excellent tour with interesting historical information
Good buses. They came often. Helpful big bus people at the stops. Very good commentary. Excellent walking tour with informative guide. Liked the two different routes.
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