Vienna Beer Garden & Biergarten

Whether you’re after a beer garden, a gastgarten, or a terrace, in Vienna you can drink beer outside and catch sports (Euro, World Cup, Champions League) or live music. A Vienna beer garden (or Biergarten Vienna) is exactly what it sounds like: somewhere you can sit outside with a beer. In Vienna that often means a traditional Brauhaus with a courtyard or a terrace—not always the huge Munich-style benches (though you’ll find those too), but places where the beer is good and you’re not stuck in a cellar when the sun’s out.

Gastgarten and outdoor seating: beer in the open

Gastgarten is the Austrian term for a restaurant’s outdoor area—tables and chairs outside where you have beer in the open. In Vienna you’ll also see pavement terraces (Schanigarten) and courtyards. So whether you search for “beer terrace Vienna”, “outdoor seating beer Vienna”, or “sit outside beer”, you’re looking at the same idea: beer outside, often with food and a good atmosphere. Many Brauhäuser have both indoor space and a gastgarten or beer garden; when the weather’s good, the best beer gardens and outdoor spots in Vienna are worth seeking out.

What you get

Tables outside, house beer (often Helles, Dunkles, Zwickl), and usually food. Some spots are first-come-first-served; others let you reserve. In summer they fill up, so showing up early or booking doesn’t hurt. For the full beer in Vienna Austria picture—styles, history, where else to drink—see our Vienna Brewery Guide and where to drink beer in Vienna.

Best beer gardens in Vienna: what to look for

The best beer garden Vienna has to offer isn't always the biggest. What matters: good house beer (ideally brewed on-site), a bit of shade, decent food, and a vibe that feels local rather than built for tour groups. Places that tick those boxes tend to show up on "best beer garden Vienna" lists and in Reddit threads—and for good reason. Locals know where to go; if a place has regulars on a Tuesday afternoon, that's a good sign.

Best beer gardens in Vienna (by type): For a Brauhaus with its own garden, Fischerbräu in Döbling is hard to beat. For a big, classic Biergarten feel near the action, the Prater area has options. Near Schönbrunn and the zoo you’ll find outdoor spots too. See our Vienna breweries directory for more addresses.

Fischerbräu: Brauhaus with a Biergarten

Fischerbräu in Döbling (Billrothstraße 17) is a proper gasthaus brewery with a beer garden when the weather’s good. House-brewed Helles, Dunkles, seasonal beers, Austrian food—and you can sit outside instead of in the pub. It’s the kind of Biergarten Vienna experience that’s tied to a real brewery, not a generic terrace. Dog-friendly and wheelchair- accessible too. Open from 4pm on weekdays, from noon at weekends—so you can do a long Saturday or Sunday afternoon if you want.

Prater, Zoo, and other spots

The Prater has beer gardens near the amusement park; the area around the zoo (Tiergarten Schönbrunn) has outdoor spots too. For the best beer garden Vienna experience in terms of quality and authenticity, we still lean toward traditional Brauhäuser with their own gardens—like Fischerbräu. See where to drink beer in Vienna for more options.

Watch football in a beer garden: Euro, World Cup & more

Watching football in Vienna with a beer is possible in many beer gardens and outdoor terraces—whether Euro, World Cup, Champions League, or internationals. Some places have screens or projectors outside so you can combine sports and beer outside. For big tournaments, popular spots fill up early; reserving a table or arriving early helps. Brauhäuser like Fischerbräu in Döbling or venues in the Prater sometimes show games—call ahead or check online for public viewing or match schedules. That way you find a beer garden Vienna spot for football and beer.

Live music and beer: where in Vienna?

Live music Vienna and beer go together in many gastgartens and beer gardens. Some breweries and beer spots occasionally host live music or open-air concerts, especially in summer. Where exactly you get beer garden live music Vienna or open air beer Vienna changes by season; check venue websites or event listings for “live music beer garden Vienna” or “outdoor concert beer Vienna”. For regular stages and music, use our Vienna breweries directory and each venue’s own info.