Reach the Observation Deck in Just 35 Seconds
Your Danube Tower experience begins the moment you enter the building. Travelling at 6.2 m/s, the two express lifts take visitors to the Observation Deck 150 metres above the ground in just 35 seconds. From there, guests can also access the Turm Café, the Turm Restaurant and the Danube Tower Slide.
Welcome to the Danube Tower Foyer
The foyer is the central entrance area of the Danube Tower Vienna. Visitors begin their experience here, receive information about tickets, offers and attractions, and prepare for their visit high above Vienna. Historic design elements from 1964 are combined with a modern visitor experience.
Front Desk, Tickets & Visitor Information
At the front desk, guests receive information about admission tickets, online tickets, reservations, offers and experiences at the Danube Tower. From here, visitors continue to the observation deck, the Turm Café, the Turm Restaurant and the Danube Tower slide.
Interactive Multitouch Walls in the Waiting Area
The interactive multitouch walls turn the waiting area into part of the experience. Visitors can discover stories, puzzles and fascinating information about the Danube Tower, Vienna and the 1964 Vienna International Garden Show.
Express Lifts to the Viewing Levels
The express lifts are among the Danube Tower's engineering highlights, taking visitors comfortably to the Observation Deck in just 35 seconds.
Lift Ride in Around 35 Seconds
The ride with the express lifts takes around 35 seconds. At a speed of 6.2 m/s, visitors reach the central level of the Danube Tower and can continue from there to the viewing levels and the tower’s restaurants.
Two Express Lifts for Visitors
The Danube Tower has two express lifts. Each lift accommodates up to 15 guests plus the lift operator, ensuring a fast and efficient journey to the top.
Elevator Ride with Views Inside the Tower
Since the modernization, visitors can experience the ride through viewing windows in the elevator ceilings. The views inside the tower structure and the light show during the ride make the journey to the top a memorable part of the experience.oment.
Viewing Windows and Light Show
The viewing windows in the elevator ceilings allow guests to look into the tower structure during the ride. Combined with the light show, the elevator journey becomes an impressive part of the Donauturm experience before visitors even reach the observation deck.
Modern Technology and Energy-Efficient Elevators
The Danube Tower elevator system was extensively modernized in 2010. The modernisation not only improved comfort and reliability but also reduced the lifts' energy consumption by more than 40%.
Modernization of the Elevator System
As part of the technical modernization, the express elevators were adapted to meet current standards. The renewed systems ensure a comfortable, fast and energy-efficient ride to the top.
From the Foyer to the Observation Deck, Café and Restaurant
From the central level, visitors can access the observation deck, the glazed indoor terrace, the Turm Café, the Turm Restaurant and the Danube Tower slide.
Tickets for Foyer, Elevator Ride and Observation Deck
Tickets for the Danube Tower are available online and on site. Depending on the type of visit, guests can choose from single tickets, combination tickets, annual tickets, group tickets and offers for schools and kindergartens. With a valid ticket, visitors travel from the foyer via the express elevators to the panoramic views above Vienna.
Express Elevators at a Glance
- Ride to the observation deck in around 35 seconds
- Speed of 6.2 m/s
- Access to the observation deck at 150 m height
- Access to the Turm Café, Turm Restaurant and slide
- Viewing windows and light show during the ride
- Two express lifts
- Up to 15 passengers per lift
Inspiration for Your Visit
Find inspiration for your visit with articles about the Danube Tower, breathtaking panoramic views and memorable experiences high above Vienna.
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Ready for Your Visit?
Your journey begins in the Danube Tower foyer. Step into our express lifts and experience Vienna from a unique perspective.
