Leopoldstadt, Vienna: Things to Do & Map

Leopoldstadt was historically a Jewish ghetto and is now known for the Wiener Prater, a large park with an amusement area called the Volksprater. The Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, a Vienna landmark, is located at the entrance to the Prater.

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in Leopoldstadt

Prater
★ 4.6 · 140.7k
Amusement Park★
Large park with old-time amusements, including a landmark giant wheel dating from 1897.
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Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
★ 4.5 · 49.9k
Amusement Park★
Fairground attraction rebuilt in 1945, with wooden cabins offering dining & an exhibition.
Every day
9 AM – 10:45 PM
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Rollercoasterrestaurant Vienna
★ 4.3 · 25.2k
Themed Experience· €20–30
Mon–Thu
4 PM – 10:30 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 11 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
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Riesenrad
★ 4.5 · 49.4k
Observation Deck
Ferris wheel in Vienna
Every day
9 AM – 11:45 PM
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Messe Wien
★ 4.4 · 6.8k
Shopping Mall
Run by Reed Exhibitions, who operate fairgrounds throughout Austria, Vienna's fairgrounds are not as known for major events as the ones in Frankfurt, Munich or Hannover, but still play host to many events important to the Austrian…
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 5 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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o*books
★ 4.9 · 264
Bookstore
A feminist bookstore offering a wide selection of books, available for in-store pickup.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
Closed
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Where to eat & drink in Leopoldstadt

Prater lounge
★ 4.7 · 178
Lounge· €10–20
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Schweizerhaus
★ 4.3 · 32.5k
Beer Garden· €20–30
restaurant in Vienna, Austria
Every day
11 AM – 11 PM
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Skopik & Lohn
★ 4.7 · 1.6k
Austrian· €30–70
The wonderful painted ceiling – the work of artist Otto Zitko – is the first thing to catch your eye here.
Every day
6 PM – 12 AM
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Mozaik Cafe & Restaurant Vienna
★ 4.7 · 2.2k
Coffee Shop· €20–30
A family-owned cafe and restaurant in Vienna's 2nd district, known for its warm atmosphere and menu items.
Mon–Thu
5 PM – 11 PM
Fri
12 PM – 11 PM
Sat
12 PM – 11 PM
Sun
12 PM – 11 PM
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Balthasar Coffee Bar
★ 4.7 · 2.2k
Coffee Shop· €1–10
A stylish and modern cafe near Nestroyplatz, known for its coffee, including oat milk cappuccinos and flat whites, and a variety of pastries, some of which are vegan.
Mon–Fri
7:30 AM – 7 PM
Sat
9 AM – 5 PM
Sun
Closed
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Hendricks - Café und Sportsbar im Bahnhof Praterstern Wien
★ 4.7 · 1.2k
Bar· €10–20
Mon
9 AM – 12 AM
Tue–Fri
9 AM – 2 AM
Sat
10 AM – 2 AM
Sun
10 AM – 1 AM
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Ramasuri
★ 4.6 · 2.7k
Coffee Shop
Laid-back eatery whipping up regional mains, small plates & breakfast, plus cocktails & coffee.
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 12 AM
Sat
9 AM – 12 AM
Sun
9 AM – 12 AM
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Café Fokus
★ 4.9 · 645
Coffee Shop· €1–10
A small, cozy coffee shop in Vienna with red brick walls and natural wood furniture, known for its specialty coffee, tea, and pastries.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
7:30 AM – 4 PM
Sat
9 AM – 4 PM
Sun
9 AM – 4 PM
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Kate’s Café Bar
★ 4.8 · 897
Café & Bakery· €1–10
A café bar offering a selection of beers, spirits, and wines, including traditional Irish stout, craft pilsner, and various rums.
Every day
8 AM – 2 AM
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fritz von stuwer
★ 4.9 · 417
Bar· €10-20
Mon–Fri
5 PM – 12 AM
Sat
5 PM – 12 AM
Sun
Closed
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