Währinger Park

Amusement park Large park with old-time amusements, including a landmark giant wheel dating from 1897. Park Former summer residence of the royal family with vast gardens & tours, now a UNESCO site. Zoo 500 species of animals, including giant pandas, Siberian tigers & elephants, in 18th-century zoo. Garden Sweeping 18th-century castle gardens featuring promenades & landscaped areas on tiered grounds. Park English-style, 19th-century public park with a river, ornate bridges & gilded Johann Strauss statue.