The Danube Tower is one of Vienna's landmarks and the tallest building in the city. From the outside it may look like a television tower, but it is not: it serves as a viewing platform and is a popular tourist attraction.
Curiously, the Danube Tower in Vienna was built in 1964 to mark the International Garden Show in the city. It was designed by architect Hans Lintel. It reaches a height of 252 metres. The Danube Park next door is also a reminder of the show, with its huge lawns, bright playgrounds and organised jogging tracks.
The tower is within walking distance between two underground stations, just opposite the park. This is a great place to take your children for a walk in Vienna, where they can enjoy the playgrounds, ride the tourist tram, feed the swans and ducks and then climb to the top for a bird's eye view of the city.
Parking is available at the main entrance to the tower, which also has disabled parking. Buy a ticket at the entrance and go up to the viewing platform.
There are two high-speed lifts that take you to the highest accessible viewing point, 170 metres above the ground, in 35 seconds. The upper part of the lift is made of transparent glass, so you can see the rapid ascent. Everything above this point is off-limits to tourists, as there are radio and mobile phone installations.
The viewing platform offers a wonderful view of the Old Town, the Vienna Woods and, on a clear day, the surrounding countryside. It is fenced in with bars for safety, but it is not glazed, so you can take pictures without any problems.
Tourists who have been up there have commented that it is windy on the viewing platform, so children should bring coats. At 160 and 170 metres there are the Panorama Café and the restaurant in the Danube Tower with the melodious name "The Danube Waltz".
The café attracts many tourists thanks to its revolving platform: A great way to enjoy the scenery and traditional Viennese cuisine at the same time. Be warned, however, that there may not be a table available, so it is best to book in advance.
It is also worth noting that there are no facilities for disabled guests, but it is possible to bring a companion, including a guide dog.
The Danube Tower Restaurant in Vienna attracts many tourists with its beautiful panoramic views during the day and the inviting lights of the city in the evening. It is a great place for a meal and for friendly or romantic conversation.
In summer, the structure also attracts the attention of extreme sports enthusiasts. The Danube Tower and the jump are words that fascinate extremists.
Between April and November, bungee jumping is possible from a height of 152 metres. If you want to see Vienna from above and experience free fall at the same time, you are welcome at the Danube Tower. A bungee rope takes intrepid daredevils as close as 20 metres to the ground and then jumps them into the air.
Those wishing to jump should note that the age limit is 15 for girls and 17 for boys. The speed during the flight is up to 90 km/h. There are also weight restrictions - the jumper must weigh between 50 and 110 kg.
Other requirements include: no medical contraindications, sportswear and comfortable shoes. If you wish, you can order a photo or video shoot. After the jump, the daredevils receive a certificate that allows them to continue climbing the tower free of charge.
To sum up, the Danube Tower caters for tourists in every way. The Danube Tower offers a wide range of activities such as adventure sports, panoramic views of the city and gastronomic delights. Even children will enjoy a visit to Vienna's tallest building.
