Dog-friendly Vienna
Imperial city with elegant cafés, parks, and dog-friendly culture
Dog Rules in Vienna
Very dog-friendly - dogs welcome in cafés and restaurants
Dog tax (Hundeabgabe) €72/year - register at MA 60
Dogs free on Wiener Linien if muzzled or small in carrier
Must be on leash in city center and on public transport
Must clean waste - fines up to €36
Prater main area and Donauinsel large off-leash zones
Traditional Viennese cafés often welcome well-behaved dogs
Perfect Day in Vienna 🐾
A curated one-day itinerary for exploring Vienna with your furry companion.
🌅 Imperial Morning
Start at Schönbrunn Palace gardens where leashed dogs are welcome. The vast grounds offer beautiful walking paths and photo opportunities.
☕ Coffee House Culture
Experience Vienna's famous Kaffeehaus tradition at dog-friendly cafés in the historic center. Many welcome well-behaved dogs indoors.
🌳 Prater Park Afternoon
Head to Prater, Vienna's largest park with dedicated off-leash zones. Dogs can run freely in designated areas while you enjoy the green space.
🌆 Danube Evening
Walk along the Donaukanal (Danube Canal) with its street art and outdoor bars. Many riverside spots welcome dogs on their terraces.
💡 Pro tip: Always check current dog policies before visiting. Explore 97 dog-friendly places in Vienna above!
Kölle Zoo Wien
Large pet store with grooming services and veterinary consultation. Professional pet care services and supplies for your dog.
Wienerwald Trail
Forest trail network through Vienna Woods with multiple entry points. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Phil
Modern bookstore café with dog-friendly atmosphere and outdoor terrace. Welcome your furry friend with outdoor seating and water bowls.
Alte Donau Promenade
Scenic waterfront walk around Old Danube with dog swimming areas. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Auer-Welsbach-Park
Neighborhood park with off-leash hours and agility course. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Bruno Kreisky Park
Local park with designated dog zones and community atmosphere. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Café Prückel
Traditional Viennese coffee house with outdoor seating welcoming dogs. Welcome your furry friend with outdoor seating and water bowls.
Das Augustin
Cozy neighborhood café with dog treats and water bowls. Welcome your furry friend with outdoor seating and water bowls.
Donauinsel
Long island between Danube River branches with designated dog zones and swimming areas. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Fressnapf Wien
Pet supply store with wide selection of dog food, toys, and accessories. Professional pet care services and supplies for your dog.
Gasometer Brewpub
Modern brewpub with spacious terrace welcoming dogs. Welcome your furry friend with outdoor seating and water bowls.
Hundezone Donaupark
Fenced off-leash dog park with agility equipment and separate small dog area. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Kahlenberg Trail
Hillside trail with panoramic Vienna views through Vienna Woods. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Lainzer Tiergarten
Protected wildlife reserve with 100km of hiking trails and dedicated dog paths. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Lobau National Park
Wetland nature reserve with hiking trails and natural swimming for dogs. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Prater Park
Historic park with the Prater amusement area and vast green spaces for off-leash dog walking. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Schönbrunn Palace Gardens
Imperial gardens with designated dog walking paths (dogs not allowed in palace). A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Stadtpark
Central city park with monuments and green lawns popular for dog walking. A perfect green space for dogs to explore, play, and socialize.
Wirr
Hipster café bar with relaxed dog policy.
Hundehotel Wien
Dog boarding and daycare facility.
Hundezone Augarten
Dog zone in historic baroque park.
Hundezone Prater
Large off-leash dog zone in Vienna's famous Prater park.
Hundezone Türkenschanzpark
Popular dog zone in the beautiful Türkenschanzpark.
Hundezone Donauinsel
River island dog zones with swimming access.
Hundezone Laaer Berg
Large dog zone with great views of the city.
Wienerwald Trails
Vienna Woods with endless dog-friendly hiking.
Hundezone Volksgarten
Central dog zone near the famous rose garden.
Hundezone Dehnepark
Large quiet dog zone in the western districts.
Hundezone Auer-Welsbach-Park
Nice dog zone in Mariahilf near Schloss Schönbrunn.
Café Central
Historic coffee house with dogs allowed on terrace.
Naschmarkt Restaurants
Many dog-friendly outdoor eateries at Vienna's famous market.
Café Hawelka
Bohemian coffee house with relaxed dog policy.
Strandbar Herrmann
Beach bar on the Danube Canal with dogs welcome.
Motto am Fluss
Modern restaurant on the Danube Canal with dog-friendly deck.
Das Campus
Modern café near MuseumsQuartier with garden seating.
Café Sperl
Traditional coffee house with Schanigarten for dogs.
Kaffee Alt Wien
Bohemian coffee house popular with artists and dogs.
Hotel Sacher Wien
Legendary luxury hotel welcoming dogs since 1876.
Hotel Imperial Vienna
Grand palace hotel with red carpet pet treatment.
The Ritz-Carlton Vienna
Modern luxury hotel with comprehensive pet program.
Hotel Bristol Vienna
Art Nouveau luxury hotel with pet-friendly rooms.
Hotel Altstadt Vienna
Charming boutique hotel in Spittelberg with pet love.
Das Triest Hotel
Design hotel in former postal stables with pet policy.
SO/ Vienna
Contemporary design hotel with relaxed pet policy.
Palais Hansen Kempinski
Palatial hotel on the Ring with pet amenities.
Hotel Beethoven Wien
Boutique hotel near Theater an der Wien with pet rooms.
Hotel Topazz
Jewel-box boutique hotel with pet-friendly policy.
Ruby Marie Hotel
Trendy design hotel with relaxed dog policy.
Hilton Vienna
Modern hotel near Stadtpark with reliable pet policy.
Tierklinik Simmering
24-hour emergency veterinary clinic.
TierQuarTier Wien
Vienna's main animal shelter with adoption.
Das Futterhaus Wien
Quality pet food and supplies store.
Hundeschule Wien
Professional dog training school.
Hundesalon Pelzpflege
Professional dog grooming salon.
Pet Shop Boys Wien
Trendy pet boutique in the center.
Dogtastic Hundebetreuung
Dog daycare and walking services.
Megazoo Wien
Large pet superstore with everything for dogs.
Hundephysiotherapie Wien
Specialized dog physiotherapy practice.
Hundefutter Delikatessen
Specialty store for premium dog food.
Heimtier Corner
Local pet shop near Naschmarkt.
Pfotendoctor
Well-regarded veterinary practice.
Ringstraße Walk
Walk Vienna's famous boulevard past historic buildings.
Donaukanal Promenade
Vibrant canal walk with street art and bars.
Prater Hauptallee
Long tree-lined avenue through the Prater.
Kahlenberg Hike
Hill hike with panoramic Vienna views.
Lobau Wilderness
Danube wetland nature reserve with trails.
Schönbrunn Garden Walk
Walk the grounds of the imperial palace.
Alte Donau Loop
Walk around the old Danube oxbow lake.
Cobenzl and Himmelwiese
Vineyard and meadow walks with views.
Leopoldsberg Path
Historic hilltop with fortress and views.
Central Cemetery Walk
Vienna's vast cemetery with famous graves.
Belvedere Gardens
Baroque gardens between two palace buildings.
Augarten Morning Walk
Baroque park with porcelain factory and WWII towers.
Vienna Dog Regulations
Understanding Vienna's dog laws and Hundezonen.
Dogs on Vienna Public Transport
Taking dogs on U-Bahn, trams, and buses.
Vienna Hundezone Culture
What to expect at Vienna dog parks.
Dog-Friendly Vienna Restaurants
Restaurant culture for dogs in Vienna.
Vienna Emergency Vet Info
Emergency veterinary resources in Vienna.
Vienna Dog License
Dog registration and tax in Vienna.
Heurigen with Dogs
Wine taverns where dogs are welcome.
Vienna Dog Beaches
Where dogs can swim in Vienna.
Vienna Pet Shops
Where to buy dog supplies in Vienna.
Vienna with Dogs in Summer
Keeping dogs cool in Vienna summers.
Dog-Friendly Vienna Hotels
Tips for staying with dogs in Vienna.
Vienna Dog Friendly Shopping
Stores that allow dogs in Vienna.
Day Trips from Vienna with Dogs
Dog-friendly excursions from Vienna.
Hundezone Schönbrunn
Dog zone near the famous Schönbrunn Palace.
Café Landtmann
Iconic Viennese coffee house with dog-friendly terrace.
Café Jelinek
Classic Viennese coffee house with dog-friendly atmosphere.
Hotel Hollmann Beletage
Boutique hotel with home-like atmosphere and pet love.
25hours Hotel Wien
Creative hotel in MuseumsQuartier with pet program.
Park Hyatt Vienna
Former bank building with luxury pet treatment.
Tierschutz Austria Shop
Animal welfare organization shop.
Stadtpark Walk
Vienna's first public park with Johann Strauss statue.
Wilhelminenberg Hill
Hill walk with palace and city views.
Vienna Dog Walking Services
Finding dog walkers in Vienna.
Vienna Dog Training
Dog training options in Vienna.