Vienna’s gyms might get a little less crowded this summer. That’s because there are spots all over the city where you can get a professional-level workout without paying a membership fee. If you know where these spots are, you’ll save money and still get to train with world record holders or on historic fields.
Free tennis courts in Vienna
There’s a real highlight for racquet sports enthusiasts over by the Danube. At Donaupark, you can work up a sweat on the tennis courts for free and without a reservation. Just grab one of the public tennis courts on the spot and get started. All you need are rackets and balls, which you bring with you.
After an intense match, the green park setting offers the perfect atmosphere. You can relax comfortably under the trees and wind down your day of training.
Relaxing Yoga at the Otto Wagner Areal
A particularly peaceful outdoor oasis awaits you at Baumgartner Höhe 1. Weekly yoga sessions will begin on June 15, 2026, in the historic Otto Wagner complex. You’ll meet every Monday from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the lawn near Pavilion 12. The program is part of “Bewegt im Park,” so professional instructors lead the sessions. All you need to bring is your own yoga mat and water . Afterward, you can stay and visit the exhibitions in Pavilion 9 or enjoy the regular live music events.
Urban Cross-Golf Course in Brigittenau
Mini-golf right in the middle of the city, without an expensive club membership? The project by @tracingspaces at Nordwestbahnstraße 16 makes exactly that possible. The creative “W(h)ole in One” cross-golf course playfully demonstrates the ecological potential of brownfield sites.
You can swing your rackets here until the end of August. It’s open every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It’s completely free.
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Open-air dance floor at “Neubau tanzt”
The popular event series “Neubau tanzt 2026” transforms the 7th district into a giant dance floor. From May 7 to September 11, people will be dancing together here every Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The program rotates among 13 different locations in the district.
If you want to trysalsa, hip-hop, or contemporary dance , this is the place for you—beginners are always welcome. Participation is free and requires no registration. In case of rain, check the Instagram channel @neubautanzt for daily updates.
Workout in the park with professional athlete Michael Strasser
Right in the heart of Alsergrund, there’s a great alternative to traditional strength training. At Arne-Karlsson-Park, extreme athlete Michael Strasser leads an intense workout every Monday and Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The workout takes place rain or shine.
Instead of a fixed ticket price, the concept is based on voluntary donations. After your hour, you simply put whatever you have in your wallet into the collection box. The world record holder doesn’t keep the money but donates all proceeds to a good cause.
Summer Classes at “Bewegt im Park”
Instead of just chilling on the grass, you can burn off some energy in a variety of ways from June through September with “Bewegt im Park.” The program is completely free and takes place right on public green spaces. No advance registration is required—just show up on the date of your choice.
The program includes yoga, Pilates, Zumba , and back fitness, among other activities. The sessions are suitable for all age groups and skill levels. Since the classes take place rain or shine, there really are no more excuses.
(Beach) Volleyball Courts
For team sports enthusiasts, there are free volleyball courts in Vienna’s parks. All you need for a match is a few opponents and a ball. You’ll find particularly popular free spots for a quick game of beach volleyball right in the Prater or in Oberlaa.
