Viewpoint · Prater, Vienna

Wiener Riesenrad

Wiener Riesenrad
Photo: Thomas Ledl, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Built in 1897, it stands 64.75 meters tall with enclosed cabins that rotate slowly. Visitors see the Danube River, city center, and surrounding parks. The structure remains one of the oldest operating Ferris wheels.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 4 of Vienna in 5 Days

Visiting Wiener Riesenrad: what to know

Tickets
Prices vary; check the official website.
Time needed
Allow 15 to 20 minutes for one full rotation.
Best time
Visit in the evening for illuminated city views.
Getting there
Take the U2 metro to Praterstern station then walk into the park.

Vienna itineraries with Wiener Riesenrad

Day 4 of Vienna in 5 Days

Belvedere and the Prater

How Wiener Riesenrad fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Belvedere PalaceLandstrasse
  2. 14:30KarlskircheWieden
  3. 17:00Wiener RiesenradPrater
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Wiener Riesenrad FAQs

How tall is the Wiener Riesenrad?

It measures 64.75 meters from the ground to the top.

How long does a ride on the Wiener Riesenrad last?

One full rotation takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

Is the Wiener Riesenrad open year round?

It operates most of the year but hours change with the season.

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