Timeline
07:20
Stand in the Haus des Meeres Garage. The tower faces WSW, aligning perfectly with the sunrise direction on this date. Arrive early to find a good spot as the sun breaks the horizon at 07:40.
07:40
Watch the sunrise. The golden light begins around 07:40, illuminating the structure and the sky toward the WSW.
08:00
Walk 3 minutes to Café Ritter on Mariahilfer Strasse. It is a traditional Viennese cafe that opens at 07:30, so it is ready for you just as the light settles. Enjoy a coffee and a slice of cake to start the day properly.
08:40
Head to the Haus des Meeres itself. The zoo opens at 09:00. Explore the rain forest glasshouse, see the sea turtles, and walk through the aquariums inside the historic tower.
Local tip
Café Ritter is very popular, so be prepared for a short wait if you arrive right at opening. The Haus des Meeres is open until 18:00 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time to explore after sunrise.
Check before you go
- Sunrise is at 07:40 on 15 January. The golden light starts shortly after.
- Café Ritter opens at 07:30.
- Haus des Meeres opens at 09:00.
Worth knowing
- Café Ritter is open at 08:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vienna (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).