Prater

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8 / 10

5 expert reviews

“Spread across 60 sq km, central Vienna's biggest park comprises woodlands of poplar and chestnut, meadows and tree-lined boulevards, as well as children's playgrounds, a swimming pool.”

– Lonely Planet

Fodor's Fodor's
"The Prater is a public park to this day, notable for its long promenade; the traditional amusement-park rides; a planetarium; and a small but interesting museum devoted to the Prater's long history." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This extensive tract of woods and meadowland in the 2nd District has been Vienna's favorite recreation area since 1766, when Emperor Joseph II opened it to the public." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Prater itself is huge (over 5km long) but the fairground known as the Wurstelpark is the most popular part, with its giant Ferris Wheel immortalised by Carol Reed in his film, The Third Man." Full review