Sunset over Vienna at the Danube Tower
The Donauturm is one of the most beautiful places to experience sunsets over Vienna. From more than 150 m above the city, visitors enjoy panoramic views of the Danube, Donaupark and the Vienna skyline — from the observation terrace, the Turm Café or the Turm Restaurant.
Sunset at the Danube Tower at a Glance
- Panoramic views over Vienna from more than 150 m height
- Sunset Happy Hour at the Turm Café
- Cocktails, spritz drinks and alcohol-free summer drinks
- Dinner with panoramic views at the Turm Restaurant
- Views of the Danube, Donaupark and the Vienna skyline
- Especially atmospheric during sunset and at night
Panoramic Sunset Views Over Vienna
The outdoor observation terrace and the glazed indoor terrace offer spectacular 360° panoramic views over Vienna during sunset. The evening light bathes the city and the Danube in warm colors, creating a unique atmosphere high above Vienna.
Sundowner at Turm Café with Sunset Happy Hour
Turm Café at 160 m is a special place for a relaxed sundowner above Vienna. With a cocktail, spritz, coffee or non-alcoholic drink, visitors can enjoy the sunset in style. As Turm Café slowly rotates, the view changes throughout the visit and accompanies every phase of the evening light.
From 17:00 to 19:00 until 6 September 2026, the Sunset Happy Hour offers 20% off selected summer cocktails, spritz variations and non-alcoholic cocktails. The summer drinks menu includes, among others, Danube Tower Mojito, Espresso Martini Affogato, Tinto de Verano, Passion Summer, Grapefruit Spritz, Cucumber Spritz, Lavender Spritz, Limoncello Elderflower Spritz, Lillet Blue Lagoon, as well as non-alcoholic cocktails, lemonades and iced teas.
View Summer Drinks Menu
Summer Drinks with and without Alcohol
During Sunset Happy Hour at Turm Café, visitors can enjoy a summery selection of cocktails, spritz variations, non-alcoholic drinks, lemonades and iced teas. This makes the sunset over Vienna a special moment of enjoyment – with or without alcohol.
Summer Cocktails
Selected summer cocktails such as Danube Tower Mojito, Espresso Martini Affogato, Tinto de Verano and Passion Summer create a relaxed sunset atmosphere high above Vienna.
Spritz Variations
Grapefruit Spritz, Cucumber Spritz, Lavender Spritz, Limoncello Elderflower Spritz and Lillet Blue Lagoon bring fresh summer flavours to Turm Café.
Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Lemonades and Iced Tea
The menu also offers a varied alcohol-free selection, including Strawberry Ipanema, Nojito, L’Aperitivo, Limoncellino, Lavender Spritz, Strawberry Hugo, lemonades and iced tea.
Dinner with a View at Turm Restaurant
For everyone who wants to complete the evening with a special dinner, Turm Restaurant at 170 m is the ideal choice. Austrian cuisine, selected wines and constantly changing views over Vienna turn the sunset into a culinary experience. Arrival between 18:00 and 19:30 is especially recommended to fully enjoy the transition from day to evening.
Experience Vienna by Night
After sunset, a new spectacle begins: Vienna by night. From the illuminated Prater to the lights of the city centre, the Danube Tower shows Vienna in a special atmosphere. Those who stay longer experience not only the sunset, but also the transformation from golden evening light to a sparkling night skyline.
Plan Your Sunset Visit to the Danube Tower
A sunset visit to the Danube Tower can be ideally combined with several experiences: the outdoor viewing terrace, indoor terrace, Turm Café, Turm Restaurant, the Danube Tower Slide or the Donau Shop. For Turm Restaurant, we recommend reserving a table in advance; tickets for the Danube Tower can be conveniently booked online.
