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Best Rooftop Bars in Vienna

14 rooftop bars, ranked and reviewed by our editors.

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Atmosphere Bar

Atmosphere Bar

Stephansplatz 12, Innere Stadt
$$$

Unobstructed views of St. Stephen's Cathedral from this intimate rooftop. Excellent wine list focusing on Austrian and Central European labels.

Cathedral views Wine selection Intimate setting
Rooftop at 25hours Hotel

Rooftop at 25hours Hotel

Lerchenfelder Str 1-3, Neubau
$$

Casual industrial-chic rooftop bar with natural wines and craft spirits. Hip crowd, laid-back atmosphere, and creative cocktails featuring natural wine pairings.

Natural wines Industrial design Casual vibe
Heuer am Karlsplatz

Heuer am Karlsplatz

Treitlstrasse 2, Wieden
$$

Elegant terrace overlooking Karlsplatz and its iconic architecture. Serves traditional Austrian small plates with a modern twist. Local favourite for sunset drinks.

Karlsplatz views Austrian cuisine Elegant setting
Café Drechsler Rooftop

Café Drechsler Rooftop

Linke Wienzeile 22, Naschmarkt
$$

Iconic Naschmarkt rooftop café with views over Vienna's most vibrant market district. Exceptional espresso and creative cocktails from dawn to dusk.

Naschmarkt views Cocktails & espresso All-day venue
Bar im Hotel Lamée

Bar im Hotel Lamée

Rotenturmstrasse 15, Innere Stadt
$$$

Intimate rooftop bar in a historic hotel with wine-forward menu. Curated selection of Austrian and international wines. Perfect for sophisticated evening drinks.

Wine-focused Intimate vibes Historic hotel
Divino Rooftop

Divino Rooftop

Wallnerstrasse 4, Innere Stadt
$$$$

Fine wine temple overlooking Vienna's historic ring road. Extensive cellar of rare vintages and expert sommeliers. Sophisticated crowd and impeccable service.

Fine wines Ring road views Expert service
Summerstage

Summerstage

Roßauer Lände, Alsergrund
$

Seasonal riverside terrace with Danube canal views. Budget-friendly drinks, international crowd, and DJ sets most nights. Perfect for casual weekends.

Riverside setting DJ nights Budget-friendly
Steirereck im Stadtpark Lounge

Steirereck im Stadtpark Lounge

Am Heumarkt, Landstrasse
$$$

Rooftop lounge attached to Michelin-starred restaurant. Views over Stadtpark and Wienfluss. Premium drinks and light bites in a refined setting.

Park views Michelin-starred Premium drinks
Oskar

Oskar

Felberstrasse 18, Rudolfsheim
$$

Neighbourhood gem in a residential district with authentic Viennese soul. Frequented by locals and regulars. Intimate rooftop with classic cocktails and unpretentious charm.

Local favourite Authentic vibe Classic cocktails
Fabios Terrace

Fabios Terrace

Tuchlauben 6, Innere Stadt
$$$$

Fashion-forward rooftop beloved by Vienna's style elite. Famous for exceptional Negronis and perfectly executed classic cocktails. Beautiful crowd and designer vibes.

Fashion crowd Exceptional cocktails Stylish ambience
Votiv Bar Rooftop

Votiv Bar Rooftop

Währinger Strasse 12, Alsergrund
$$

University district favourite with a very local feel. Frequented by students and creative types. Simple cocktails, good music, and authentic Viennese atmosphere.

University crowd Local vibes Affordable drinks
Tür 7 Terrasse

Tür 7 Terrasse

Siebensterngasse 31, Neubau
$$

Hidden courtyard-rooftop hybrid tucked away on a quiet street. Gin-focused menu with creative botanical cocktails. Secret-garden vibes with fairy lights and intimate corners.

Hidden gem Gin selection Intimate setting

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What makes a great rooftop bar in Vienna?

Vienna's rooftop bars are more than just places to drink—they're gateways to understanding the city. Whether perched above the Ring, overlooking St. Stephen's Cathedral, or hidden in a Neubau courtyard, these venues offer a unique perspective on one of Europe's most architecturally stunning cities.

The best rooftop bars in Vienna balance views with atmosphere. A good rooftop bar in Vienna puts as much thought into its cocktails and service as it does into maximizing sightlines. You'll find everything from grand, formal rooftops with dress codes to intimate garden terraces tucked between historic buildings.

Neighbourhood matters. Innere Stadt rooftops tend to be more formal and focused on views. Neubau and Mariahilf offer casual, creative spaces. The Naschmarkt location is perfect for market-goers. And hidden gems in Rudolfsheim and Alsergrund are where Viennese locals actually spend their evenings.

We've ranked our 14 favourite rooftop bars by a combination of view quality, cocktail skill, service, and how well they capture Vienna's particular blend of elegance and approachability.

Best for Views
Sky Lounge Vienna
Best for Locals
Oskar
Best Value
Summerstage
Editor's Pick
Dachboden
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