location information
In 1766 Emperor Joseph II donated the 'Prater' area to the Viennese as a public leisure center. Vienna's Prater has a large number of attractions from nostalgic ghost trains and old rollercoasters to high-tech adrenaline-pumping rides.
Vienna's most famous landmark is the large Ferris Wheel. Over 200 feet in height, this late 19th century structure dominates the Prater. With much of Vienna clearly visible at the top, this is as much an attraction as a way to find your bearings!
bond connections
Whilst waiting to meet Saunders at a bar in the Prater, Bond and Kara sample a selection of the rides. Along with the rollercoaster, Bond and Kara ride on this Ferris Wheel. As the carriage reaches the top it jerks to a stop. A puzzled Kara finds out that Bond has arranged this, leading to a predictable romatic moment, Bond style.
useful information
As well as allowing free public transport for 72 hours, the Vienna Card allows a 13% discount for admission onto the wheel.
location directions
2, Prater Underground: U1, Streetcar O, 5, 21: Praterstern S1-S3, S7, S15: Wien Nord. §
