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Golden Hour at the Botanischer Garten

Beat the afternoon rush and catch the last warm light of the day in one of Vienna's oldest gardens.

Best time: 15 OctAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:35

    Das Glashaus

    Grab a late lunch at Das Glashaus. As an Asian restaurant open until 22:00 on weekdays, it is a reliable spot to fuel up before the evening chill sets in. The walk from the stadium is short enough to keep your energy high.

  2. 17:20

    Botanischer Garten

    Walk 51 minutes west-southwest to the Botanischer Garten. Arriving just before the golden light begins allows you to explore the medicinal plant collections in the soft, early evening glow without the midday heat.

  3. 18:05

    Botanischer Garten

    Find a quiet bench near the rare plant collections as the sun dips toward the WSW. The golden light hitting the historic garden walls at 18:05 creates a serene atmosphere perfect for reflection.

  4. 18:35

    Salm Bräu

    End your evening at Salm Bräu, just an 8-minute walk from the garden. The brewery’s Viennese kitchen stays open until midnight, making it the ideal place to warm up with a local beer and a meal after your garden stroll.

Local tip

The Botanischer Garten is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Check the specific opening hours for the garden entrance on the day you visit, as they can vary by season.

Check before you go

  • Das Glashaus is open Mo-Fr 11:30-22:00. On weekends it opens earlier at 09:00.
  • Salm Bräu is open daily from 11:00 to 24:00.
  • The walk from Ernst-Happel-Stadion to the Botanischer Garten takes about 51 minutes.

Worth knowing

  • Das Glashaus is open at 16:35 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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