The Erste Bank Open, also known as the Vienna Open, has been taking place since 1974, and consistently offers up a memorable week of tennis which makes full use of Vienna’s heritage and history. This year’s tournament will take place from 23-31 October, and fans will be in attendance too! With plenty of ticket options on sale, there’s never been a better time to head to Vienna’s Wiener Stadthalle and take in the tennis!
As well as the appeal of visiting one of Europe’s most cultured capitals, there’s also plenty for fans to see and do at the tournament itself. Chocolatiers and bakers are more than welcome at the indoor event – in previous years the players have even tried their hand at crafting some Austrian cuisine! The Erste Bank Open is a key event in the city’s calendar, and so there’s every chance to immerse yourself in Viennese culture and traditions, without even having to take your eyes off the court.
Although the tournament has a reputation as a fun and accessible event, it is also highly competitive; the Open enjoys ATP 500 status, meaning it attracts a top-class field of male tennis players every year. Previous champions include Ivan Lendl, Andre Agassi, Roger Federer, Andy Murray, and home favourite Dominic Thiem.
If you like the idea of a Grand Slam champ serving up some schnitzel, then you should check out the array of ticket options for the event. The most intimate views are in Premium seating, where prices start at €25 for a full day of qualifying, and €90 a day thereafter; for a more competitive price you can sit in Category C seating, which starts at €55 for an adult, for a full day during the main draw, and €27.50 for a child under 16.
The Wiener Stadthalle has been the host venue for the tournament since its inaugural edition, so the spectator experience is well-honed, and views are good throughout – it's just a question of how close to the action you want to be!
For those looking for something extra special, there are also VIP tickets available. VIP Suites are available for under €10,000 a day, and VIP Boxes can be booked for the entire week, for €13,900. Alternatively, you can get a taste of the VIP treatment with a VIP Seat, with daily prices ranging from €250- €380.
For more information on the Erste Bank Open, including ticket prices, click here.
