Der Dachboden
7th district (Neubau), 25hours HotelTime it for sunset: reviewers consistently call the 7th-district terrace view "mesmerising," and the bar keeps a lively crowd and live music going well past midnight.
The Best Rooftop Bars in Vienna
Most "top rooftop bars in Vienna" lists don't check whether the bar is actually open before publishing — half of Vienna's rooftops shut down or scale back once the weather turns. Movent's feed only shows what's open right now, filtered to your location and the time of day, so you don't climb 18 floors to find a "closed for the season" sign. Here are six worth building an evening around.
Atmosphere Rooftop Bar
1st district (Ritz-Carlton)Direct view of St. Stephen's Cathedral from the Ritz-Carlton's roof. Skip the pricey glass-gondola raclette dinner (~€300 for two) and just get a cocktail on the open terrace instead.
Das LOFT (SO/ Vienna)
2nd district, 18th floorVienna's highest rooftop bar, under a colour-shifting glass ceiling by artist Pipilotti Rist. Currently closed for renovation, reopening 3 September 2026 — worth bookmarking for after.
MOOONS Rooftop Bar
4th district, next to HauptbahnhofOld-town steeples on one side, the modern Hauptbahnhof skyline on the other. Order a Weißer Spritzer — regulars say it's the best-poured version in the city.
Lamée Rooftop
1st districtNo street signage — walk into the building and take the lift to the top floor. Staff hand out blankets when it cools down, so the terrace stays usable into October.
Bali Brunch Rooftop
7th districtDaytime option: weekend-only, fixed 09:30 or 12:00 slots for a shared brunch platter with skyline views. Reservation required, it fills a week out.
Frequently asked
What is the best rooftop bar in Vienna for a view of the Old Town?
Atmosphere Rooftop Bar (Ritz-Carlton) and Lamée Rooftop both look directly onto St. Stephen's Cathedral from the 1st district. For a wider panorama that shows both the historic centre and the modern skyline, MOOONS Rooftop Bar near Hauptbahnhof is the better pick.
Are Vienna's rooftop bars open in winter?
Most scale back or close once it turns cold, typically from late October. Der Dachboden and Lamée Rooftop stay open longest into the season using blankets and heat lamps — check current hours before you go, since it varies bar to bar and some (like Das LOFT) close for renovation off-season too.
Do I need to reserve a table at a Vienna rooftop bar?
For a casual drink, most are walk-in. Tables with a direct cathedral or skyline view go to reservations first, especially at sunset on weekends. Bali Brunch Rooftop requires a booking for its fixed weekend brunch slots — walk-ins are turned away.
What's the highest rooftop bar in Vienna?
Das LOFT at the SO/ Vienna hotel in the 2nd district, on the 18th floor, is the highest in the city. It's closed for renovation until 3 September 2026.
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