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Millennium Tower

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Modern, commercial, and energetic
Millennium Tower, Handelskai, 1200 Wien, Austria
Interesting facts
1

The tower was designed by the architect Gustav Peichl along with Boris Podrecca and Rudolf F. Weber.

2

The building was constructed in just 24 months, finishing in 1999 to coincide with the turn of the millennium.

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It holds approximately 38,500 square meters of office space across its floors.

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The skyscraper's structural design was specifically engineered to withstand significant wind loads, a necessity for its height and riverfront location.

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The building is home to the 'Millennium City' mall, which is one of the largest entertainment centers in Vienna.

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The floor plan consists of two connected cylinders, providing a high ratio of window-adjacent office space.

Overview

The Millennium Tower is a 50-story office and residential skyscraper located along the Danube river in Vienna's 20th district. Completed in 1999, it stands 202 meters tall to the tip of its antenna, making it one of the most prominent landmarks in the city's skyline. The building utilizes a composite steel and concrete construction method. It serves as the core of the Millennium City mixed-use complex, which integrates office spaces, shopping, dining, and leisure facilities. Its distinct design features two intersecting cylinders anchored by a glass atrium. The structure serves as a hub for major international corporations and service providers. It remains a key focal point for modern urban development in Vienna's Brigittenau district.

Photo spot

From the opposite bank of the Danube river, looking back toward the skyline to capture the full scale of the tower.

Insider tips

Combine your visit with a walk along the Danube Island (Donauinsel), which is directly accessible from the area.

Visit the adjacent shopping and entertainment complex for dining options that offer views of the tower's base.

The area is best navigated on foot once you arrive, as the surrounding Millennium City complex is highly walkable.

What to avoid

Do not expect an observation deck, as the building functions primarily as a private office and residential space.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1-2 hours
Best time to visit
Late afternoon or evening to see the building illuminated against the twilight sky.
Address
Millennium Tower, Handelskai, 1200 Wien, Austria
48.240, 16.387
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Details
Architectural StylePostmodern structuralism
Height202 meters (total structural height)

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1-2 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Late afternoon or evening to see the building illuminated against the twilight sky..

From the opposite bank of the Danube river, looking back toward the skyline to capture the full scale of the tower.

Close by you'll find St. Stephen's Cathedral, Danube Tower, Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel.