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Evening

Golden Hour at the Prater

Catch the last warm light over the historic Ferris wheel, then settle in for a late dinner and a drink.

Best time: sunsetAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 19:14

    Vegetasia

    Grab a quick bite at Vegetasia. The vegetarian Taiwanese restaurant is open late, so you can eat before heading to the park. It is a non-smoking chain serving a huge variety of vegan-friendly dishes.

  2. 19:24

    Bohemian Prater

    Walk to Bohemian Prater. The amusement park is open until 21:00 in May. Take a stroll through the historic grounds to find a good vantage point. The 21-m-high Ferris wheel is the iconic landmark to watch.

  3. 19:44

    Bohemian Prater

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WNW at 19:44. The historic rides and the Ferris wheel create a striking silhouette against the evening sky. This is a lovely place for a longer walk while the light fades.

  4. 20:29

    El Fontroussi

    Head to El Fontroussi for dinner. This Belgian restaurant in a renovated tavern offers seafood with refined sauces and a daily lunch menu. It is open from 18:00 to 24:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, perfect for a post-sunset meal.

  5. 21:14

    Salm Bräu

    Finish with a drink at Salm Bräu. The brewery has a Viennese kitchen, but people mostly come for the good beer. It is open until 24:00, giving you plenty of time to unwind after dinner.

Local tip

The park is open until 21:00 in May. El Fontroussi is open until 24:00 on weekdays and Saturdays. Salm Bräu is also open until 24:00.

Check before you go

  • Bohemian Prater is open Apr-Oct on weekends and holidays from 08:00-21:00, and in May-Sep also on weekdays 09:00-12:00 and 14:00-19:00. Check if it is open on the day you visit.
  • El Fontroussi is open Mo-Fr 11:00-14:30 and 18:00-24:00, and Sa 18:00-24:00.
  • Salm Bräu is open 11:00-24:00.

Worth knowing

  • El Fontroussi is open at 20:29 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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