Virtually absent from the Viennese landscape a few years ago, roof terraces have multiplied thanks to the numerous hotel openings.
Nothing better, to end a day of visits to museums, than to enjoy the mild summer evenings from the top of these perched bars.
Central with a view of St. Stephen's Cathedral, outlying with a panorama of the Austrian capital, havens of tranquility or places to party... Our selection of ten rooftops where you can have a drink in Vienna.
To discover
Find all the results of the legislative elections
Read alsoTwo days in Vienna, cultural weekend in the heart of the Austrian capital
To embrace all of Vienna
AURORA ROOFTOP BAR, AN AIR OF SCANDINAVIA
Nordic design, wooden decor, lights inspired by the aurora borealis... All that's missing is a sauna to feel like you're in Scandinavia!
On the 16th floor of the Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere hotel, located in the south of the capital near the Belvedere gardens, the Aurora Rooftop Bar undoubtedly offers one of the most unobstructed views of the capital.
Against the backdrop of lounge music, the entire capital and its surroundings come into view.
The price:
between €15 and €17 for signature cocktails.
Tip:
the view is so coveted that the outdoor terrace fills up quickly on sunny days.
Remember to book!
Aurora Rooftop Bar, Arsenalstraße 10, 1100 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 205 7744 1234.
Read alsoWhere to sleep in Vienna for less than 150 euros per night?
Our ten favorite hotels
DER DACHBODEN, IMPERIAL VIEW
The Dachbonden bar, on the top floor of the 25hours Hotel at MuseumsQuartier.
25hours
Want to relax after a visit to the Leopold Museum or the Mumok?
Head to the 25hours hotel.
Located in the MuseumsQuartier, the establishment of the German hotel chain has above its 183 rooms and 34 suites, a bar, Das Dachboden, “combination of beach bar and canteen of parliament – without the sand or the costumes “, we like to say here.
You can enjoy an unobstructed view of the main palaces of the capital, including the Hofburg.
From the student residence that once occupied the walls, there remains the young and festive atmosphere, with DJ sets on certain evenings.
The price:
between €11 and €14 for signature cocktails, €5 for a pint of beer.
Tip:
if the bar has its own access, enter through the 25hours lobby instead to admire the colorful and whimsical decoration.
Der Dachboden, 1-3 Lerchenfelder Straße, 1070 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 52151 842.
JO&JOE, SMALL BUDGETS FOR MAXI VIEW
The Maria vom Siege church seen from the Jo&Joe rooftop.
Jean-Marc De Jaeger / Le Figaro
A rooftop above an Ikea store?
Yes, there is, very close to Westbahnhof station.
Shared with the Jo&Joe
hostel
, the roof terrace allows you to admire the imposing Maria vom Siege church up close.
If the catering offer is quite limited, we appreciate the originality of the place and the very affordable prices.
The price:
from €8 to €10 for a cocktail, €4.50 for a pint of beer.
Tip:
the rooftop menu is very limited, so head inside Jo&Joe for more choices of drinks and snacks.
Jo&Joe Vienna, 1-6 Europaplatz, 1150 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 14 18 00 60.
Read alsoVienna: five unsuspected museums to discover in the Austrian capital
In the heart of the historic city
LAÉE, TROPICAL ATMOSPHERE CLOSE TO STEPHANSPLATZ
The (very) colorful terrace of the Lamée bar, on the 9th floor of the Topazz hotel.
Katharina Gossow
Filling up on colors in Vienna?
This is possible on the 9th floor of the Hotel Topazz, located just 200 meters from Vienna's main square, Stephanplatz.
The colorful furniture gives the place a tropical atmosphere.
Please note that the bar is only open until 10 p.m.
The price:
cocktails from €13 to €15, glass of wine from €5.90, mini-burgers from €8.
Tip:
on the ground floor of the hotel, also enjoy coffees and cocktails at the Lamée Minibar.
Lamée Rooftop, 15 Rotenturmstraße, 1010 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 532 22 40.
Read alsoService, comfort, price... What is the new night train between Paris and Vienna worth?
ATMOSPHERE BAR, AUSTRIAN DOLCE VITA
The Ritz-Carlton is located on the edge of the Ring, the boulevard that encircles the historic center.
The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna
Located on the Ring, the boulevard that encircles the historic center of Vienna, the Ritz-Carlton hotel offers a bubble of tranquility on its roof.
Open from mid-April to mid-September, the Atmosphere Bar offers a menu of drinks and small dishes inspired by the sweetness of Italian living.
Rather spritz or negroni?
The price:
cocktails at €16.
Tip:
in winter, the terrace turns into a small Christmas market.
Atmosphere Rooftop Bar, 5/7 Schubertring, 1010 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 31188150.
SKY BAR, SAINT-ÉTIENNE CATHEDRAL IN SIGHT
Located on one of the main shopping streets, the Sky Bar offers a beautiful view of St. Stephen's Cathedral from its terrace.
Sky Bar / Steffl
From Kärntner Straße, one of Vienna's main shopping streets, it is difficult to suspect the existence of this bar.
But with a little attention, we eventually find inside the Steffl shopping center the signs that say “Sky Bar”.
From the outdoor terrace, shared with the bar and the restaurant, Saint-Étienne cathedral comes into view.
The price:
cocktails from €9.50 to €18, dishes at €20 on average.
Tip:
From Kärntner Straße, a dedicated elevator takes you directly to the Sky Bar.
No need to use the (slow and busy) elevators in the mall.
Sky Bar, Kärntner Straße 19, 1010 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 513 17 12.
CHEZ BERNARD, PARISIAN CHIC AND VIENNA ELEGANCE
The Motto hotel, opened in 2021 in an Art Nouveau building, houses the Chez Bernard restaurant on the top floor.
Lush plants, majestic glass dome, decor combining Parisian bohemianism and Viennese elegance... The setting is chic and the bistronomic dishes are offered at affordable prices.
For more privacy, sit one floor above, on the small outdoor terrace, to enjoy a cocktail or a beer brewed especially for the hotel.
All with a view, of course!
The price:
cocktails between €13 and €15, craft beer €4.50, dishes between €15 and €26.
Tip:
as the outdoor terrace is not covered, it is closed in case of bad weather conditions.
Chez Bernard, 71A Mariahilfer Straße, 1060 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 581 46 00.
Shelter from the cold and the rain
DAS LOFT, TO CLASKS UNDER A SKY OF FIRE
At nightfall, the work that adorns the ceiling of the Das Loft, on the 18th floor of the SO/ Vienna hotel, gives the impression that the sky of Vienna is on fire.
SW/ Vienna
On the 18th and top floor of the SO/ Vienna hotel, designed by French architect Jean Nouvel, head to Das Loft, both a bar and a gourmet restaurant.
Under subdued lighting and in a lounge atmosphere, sometimes electrified by a DJ set, the room is designed so that all guests can enjoy the view behind the large bay windows.
The price:
from €16 for a signature cocktail, €7 for a glass of local wine, €12 for a cheese and charcuterie plate.
Tip:
go at sunset to better appreciate the colorful ceilings by Swiss artist Pipilotti Rist.
The play of reflections on the bay windows gives the impression that the sky is on fire!
Das Loft, 1 Praterstrasse, 1020 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 90 616 8110.
Read alsoThe SO/ Vienna hotel, the expert opinion of
Le Figaro
NENI AM PRATER, IN THE FRONT ROW OF THE PRATER AMUSEMENT PARK
Here, there is no view of the historic city, but of the Prater amusement park and its emblematic wheel (65 m), the oldest in the world to have preserved its original construction.
Opened in 2021 on the rooftops of the Superbude hotel, Neni, which has a dozen restaurants across Europe, delights with its Israeli-Mediterranean inspired cuisine.
Hummus, shawarma, sahich... Generous while being healthy and balanced, the dishes can be shared and enjoyed, as desired, in the dining room or on the outdoor terrace.
The price:
homemade lemonades at €4.50, main courses between €15 and €32, Balagan Menu at €55.
Tip:
the restaurant is also open for breakfast and lunch.
On Sunday, brunch is served until 3 p.m.
Neni am Prater, 8 Perspektivstraße, 1020 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 1 904 34 39 50.
57 RESTAURANT & LOUNGE, IN VIENNA'S HIGHEST TOWER
The Meliá hotel bar-restaurant, on the 57th floor of the DC Tower, offers a bird's eye view of the Danube.
Melia
Designed by the French architect Dominique Perrault, the DC Tower, located in the Donau City business district, is the tallest building in the capital (220 m + 30 m antenna).
The five-star Meliá Hotel takes up almost a third of the 60 floors.
At 57th, the 57 Restaurant & Lounge offers a 360° view of Vienna and a bird's eye view of the Danube.
Although a little out of the way, the place is easily accessible by metro (only 7 minutes from Stephansplatz).
The price:
from €13 for a cocktail, €7.50 for a glass of local wine.
Tip:
At the exit of the Kaisermühlen VIC metro station, simply follow the signs “DC Tower” or “Meliá Hotel”.
57 Restaurant & Lounge, DC Tower 1, 7 Donau-City-Straße, 1220 Vienna.
Such.
: +43 190104 2080.
In the same collection :
Marrakech seen from above: ten rooftops to have a drink, Moroccan dinner or dance at sunset
Barcelona seen from above: ten exceptional rooftops where to have a drink and admire the sunset
London seen from above: ten exceptional rooftops where you can have a drink and dine at the top
Rome seen from above: ten exceptional rooftops where to have a drink
Dubai seen from above: ten exceptional rooftops where to have a drink
Cannes
seen from above: ten exceptional rooftops where you can have a drink