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- Ditch the long ticketing queues and explore Vienna's UNESCO World Heritage Site – Belvedere and opt for either the Upper or Lower sections.
- Art lovers, visit the Upper Belvedere to discover the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings, and works from Viennese Biedermeier, Van Gogh, and others.
- Experience the rich history of majestic Lower Belvedere, previously the abode of Prince Eugene, that now plays host to a series of illustrious exhibitions.
- Discover the captivating atmosphere of The Hall of Grotesques, explore the glittering Gold Cabinet, the Marble Gallery and so much more!
- Take your time to visit the Baroque Gardens, and opt for a direct entry ticket to save time and explore more.
- Ditch the long ticketing queues and explore Vienna's UNESCO World Heritage Site – Belvedere and opt for either the Upper or Lower sections.
- Art lovers, visit the Upper Belvedere to discover the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings, and works from Viennese Biedermeier, Van Gogh, and others.
- Experience the rich history of majestic Lower Belvedere, previously the abode of Prince Eugene, that now plays host to a series of illustrious exhibitions.
- Discover the captivating atmosphere of The Hall of Grotesques, explore the glittering Gold Cabinet, the Marble Gallery and so much more!
- Take your time to visit the Baroque Gardens, and opt for a direct entry ticket to save time and explore more.
Inclusions
Upper Belvedere
- Entry to Upper Belvedere
- Entry to Belvedere Gardens
- 5-star licensed guide with live commentary in English (optional)
- Direct entry ticket to Upper Belvedere
Lower Belvedere
- Entry to Lower Belvedere
- Direct entry to Lower Belvedere Palace
Exclusions
- Audio guide (available for purchase on-site)
Upper Belvedere
- Rental fees: Permanent collection tour €5.00, Austrian sign language multimedia guide permanent collection € 2.00.
- For reasons of hygiene, we ask you to use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.
- The parking lot for people with disabilities is located right next to the entrance gate of the Upper Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Straße 27.
- Due to renovation works, the museum shop in the Upper Belvedere will be located in the first and second room of the original IN SIGHT exhibition until the end of February, accessible from the left staircase on the ground floor.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchairs.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- Please note that luggage or large bags are not allowed in the museum.
- The Upper Belvedere's north and west facades are set to undergo renovations from April 2024. Scaffolding will be disguised with a net replicating the facade. The entrance and access to the venue will remain unaffected.
Lower Belvedere
- For reasons of hygiene, we ask you to use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.*
- This experience is accessible by wheelchairs.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- Please note that luggage or large bags are not allowed in the museum.
- The Lower Belvedere closes early on the 24th. Belvedere 21 is open on 25 Dec and 1 Jan. (Normally closed on Mondays but closed on the 24th).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Enjoy an exclusive 1.5-hour guided tour of the Upper Belvedere Palace, filled with insightful art history and breathtaking baroque gardens.
- A 5-star licensed guide speaking in a language of your choice offers a personalized and richly detailed exploration of artworks, making your visit memorable.
- The benefit of skip-the-line tickets is that they allow instant access to Klimt's 'The Kiss' and other magnificent masterpieces, saving you precious time.
- Walk through the enchanting Belvedere Gardens, a jewel of European landscape design, all included in your tour.
- Enjoy an exclusive 1.5-hour guided tour of the Upper Belvedere Palace, filled with insightful art history and breathtaking baroque gardens.
- A 5-star licensed guide speaking in a language of your choice offers a personalized and richly detailed exploration of artworks, making your visit memorable.
- The benefit of skip-the-line tickets is that they allow instant access to Klimt's 'The Kiss' and other magnificent masterpieces, saving you precious time.
- Walk through the enchanting Belvedere Gardens, a jewel of European landscape design, all included in your tour.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Upper Belvedere Art Gallery & Belvedere Palace Gardens
- English/Spanish/Italian/German-speaking guide
- Skip-the-line entry to Upper Belvedere (main exhibition)
- Admission to Belvedere Gardens
Exclusions
- Entry to optional & temporary exhibitions
- Tip: Pack a light snack and enjoy a quiet picnic in the Belvedere Gardens after the tour.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Guide Dog Accommodation, Lockers, Cloakroom.
- Rental fees: Permanent collection tour €5.00, Austrian sign language multimedia guide permanent collection € 2.00.
- The parking lot for people with disabilities is located right next to the entrance gate of the Upper Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Straße 27.
- Due to renovation works, the museum shop in the Upper Belvedere will be located in the first and second room of the original IN SIGHT exhibition until the end of February, accessible from the left staircase on the ground floor.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- The Upper Belvedere's north and west facades are set to undergo renovations from April 2024. Scaffolding will be disguised with a net replicating the facade. The entrance and access to the venue will remain unaffected.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combos
Combo (Save 8%): Direct Entry Tickets to Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace
from €32.10
€29.53
8% off
- Cover both the Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace at a bargain price with this direct entry combo ticket that lets you skip the long lines at the ticket counter!
- Immerse yourself in a world of Baroque beauty, from marble halls to manicured gardens in the Upper Belvedere Palace.
- Discover a range of artistic masterpieces, from Gustav Klimt's The Kiss, to pieces by Van Gogh and Egon Schiele.
- Soak in the grandeur of the building's Baroque architecture and admire the 430 artworks spanning 800 years of art history.
- Explore the Lower Belvedere Palace, originally built for Prince Eugene as a residential building.
- Marvel its staterooms that illustrate the Baroque lifestyle and craftsmanship.
- Tour The Hall of Grotesques, The Gold Cabinet, The Marble Gallery, and more fascinating rooms.
- The Baroque gardens between the Upper and Lower Belvedere are ranked among the most beautiful in the world.
- Cover both the Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace at a bargain price with this direct entry combo ticket that lets you skip the long lines at the ticket counter!
- Immerse yourself in a world of Baroque beauty, from marble halls to manicured gardens in the Upper Belvedere Palace.
- Discover a range of artistic masterpieces, from Gustav Klimt's The Kiss, to pieces by Van Gogh and Egon Schiele.
- Soak in the grandeur of the building's Baroque architecture and admire the 430 artworks spanning 800 years of art history.
- Explore the Lower Belvedere Palace, originally built for Prince Eugene as a residential building.
- Marvel its staterooms that illustrate the Baroque lifestyle and craftsmanship.
- Tour The Hall of Grotesques, The Gold Cabinet, The Marble Gallery, and more fascinating rooms.
- The Baroque gardens between the Upper and Lower Belvedere are ranked among the most beautiful in the world.
Inclusions
Upper Belvedere Palace
- Entry to the Upper Belvedere
Lower Belvedere Palace
- Entry to the Lower Belvedere
Upper Belvedere Palace
- Entry to the Upper Belvedere Palace is scheduled according to specific time slots. Guests are required to arrive during their chosen time slot in order to gain access.
- Audio guides are available at the ticket counter in German, English, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Ukrainian.
- Rental fees: Permanent collection tour €5.00.
- For reasons of hygiene, we ask you to use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.
- Please note that the Austrian sign language multimedia guides are only available free of charge on YouTube as videos on your mobile phone. A new edition of the multimedia guides is still being worked on.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- The Upper Belvedere's north and west facades are set to undergo renovations from April 2024. Scaffolding will be disguised with a net replicating the facade. The entrance and access to the venue will remain unaffected.
Lower Belvedere Palace
- An audio guide is available at the ticket counter in German and English, only for selected temporary exhibitions.
- Rental fees: €5 on site and also on Smartify.
- For reasons of hygiene, we ask you to use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Belvedere Palace in Vienna with access to the Upper Belvedere’s temporary and permanent exhibitions.
- Skip the snaking lines at the ticket counter and delve into the works of Gustav Klimt such as the iconic painting ‘The Kiss.’
- Discover paintings, sculptures, and Gothic winged altars by artists like Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Auguste Rodin in the permanent collection.
- Encounter the works of prominent artists in the interwar period in Central Europe such as László Moholy-Nagy, František Kupka, and more.
- With a ticket upgrade, get the royal treatment with skip-the-line entry, access to the Belvedere Gardens, and a tour with a licensed guide.
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Belvedere Palace in Vienna with access to the Upper Belvedere’s temporary and permanent exhibitions.
- Skip the snaking lines at the ticket counter and delve into the works of Gustav Klimt such as the iconic painting ‘The Kiss.’
- Discover paintings, sculptures, and Gothic winged altars by artists like Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Auguste Rodin in the permanent collection.
- Encounter the works of prominent artists in the interwar period in Central Europe such as László Moholy-Nagy, František Kupka, and more.
- With a ticket upgrade, get the royal treatment with skip-the-line entry, access to the Belvedere Gardens, and a tour with a licensed guide.
Inclusions
- Entry to Upper Belvedere
- Access to Klimt's 'The Kiss'
- Access to the permanent collection
- Skip-the-line entry to Upper Belvedere (main exhibition) (based on option selected)
- Guided tour of Upper Belvedere Art Gallery & Belvedere Palace Gardens (based on option selected)
- 5-star licensed English-speaking guide (based on option selected)
- Entry into Belvedere Gardens (based on option selected)
Exclusions
- Audio guide (available for purchase on-site)
- Tip: Go around to the front of Upper Belvedere, and walk out beyond the small lake to take some excellent photos of the palace.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- With this ticket, skip the line to the ticket counter/box office and head straight to the museum entrance!
- The parking lot for people with disabilities is located right next to the entrance gate of the Upper Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Straße 27.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- The Upper Belvedere's north and west facades are set to undergo renovations from April 2024. Scaffolding will be disguised with a net replicating the facade. The entrance and access to the venue will remain unaffected.
- 2024-2025 Exhibition Highlights
- October 5, 2024 to March 16, 2025: CARLONE CONTEMPORARY: Ugo Rondinone
- March 27, 2025 to October 19, 2025: CARLONE CONTEMPORARY: Sarah Ortmeyer
- May 15, 2025 to October 5, 2025: IM BLICK: Gustav Klimt: The Bride
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combos
Combo (Save 21%): Upper Belvedere Palace Skip-The-Line Tickets + Vienna Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
from €58.50
€46.24
21% off
- Travel smart and save big with this combo! Skip lines at Upper Belvedere Palace and tour Vienna’s top sights with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Step into the UNESCO marvel Upper Belvedere and see the world's largest Klimt collection, including "The Kiss" and iconic Monet and Van Gogh art.
- Explore the 18th-century palace featuring a grand staircase, Marble Hall, frescoed walls, and lush gardens plus stunning city views atop a gentle hill.
- See Vienna's best on a 24/48-hour hop-on, hop-off tour with 27 stops, including City Hall, Votive Church, and Belvedere Palace, across Red and Blue routes.
- Get extra perks like free walking tours, shuttle rides, and guided tours (48-hour pass), along with WiFi, headphones, and audio guides onboard the bus.
- Travel smart and save big with this combo! Skip lines at Upper Belvedere Palace and tour Vienna’s top sights with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Step into the UNESCO marvel Upper Belvedere and see the world's largest Klimt collection, including "The Kiss" and iconic Monet and Van Gogh art.
- Explore the 18th-century palace featuring a grand staircase, Marble Hall, frescoed walls, and lush gardens plus stunning city views atop a gentle hill.
- See Vienna's best on a 24/48-hour hop-on, hop-off tour with 27 stops, including City Hall, Votive Church, and Belvedere Palace, across Red and Blue routes.
- Get extra perks like free walking tours, shuttle rides, and guided tours (48-hour pass), along with WiFi, headphones, and audio guides onboard the bus.
Inclusions
Upper Belvedere Palace
- Skip-the-line entry to Upper Belvedere Palace (near stop #8 on Blue Route)
- Access to Klimt's 'The Kiss' & permanent collection
Vienna HOHO
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass
- Access to Red & Blue routes
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Korean, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Hindi & Russian
- Free WiFi & headphones onboard
- Big Bus mobile app
- 1 free VOX digital walking tour (choose from 2)
- Digital guide for walking tour in Italian, English, Spanish, French, German & Chinese
- Free return bus ride on Westfield shuttle service
- Free guided walking tour in English & German (based on option selected)
Vienna HOHO
- Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
- You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red route
- First bus: 9:30am from Opera
- Last bus: 5pm from Opera
- Frequency: every 20 minutes
- Popular stops: House of Music, Lower Belvedere, Museums Quartier & Votive Church
Blue route
- First bus: 9:45am from Opera/Albertina
- Last bus: 5:15pm from Opera/Albertina
- Frequency: every 20 to 30 minutes
- Popular stops: Aqua Terre Zoo, Schönbrunn Palace & Zoo, Upper Belvedere & The Hundertwasser House
Westfield Shopping City Süd Shuttle
Friday
- Departure: 11am, 1pm, 4pm from Albertina - Albertinaplatz 2 & 2pm, 5pm, 8pm from Westfield Shopping Centre - outside entrance 10
- Duration: approx. 30 minutes
Saturday
- Departure: 10am, 12pm, 3pm from Albertina - Albertinaplatz 2 & 1pm, 4pm, 6pm from Westfield Shopping Centre - outside entrance 10
- Duration: approx. 30 minutes
Upper Belvedere Palace
- Tip: The Marble Hall is not only grand but offers incredible views of the city from its windows. Don’t miss out on capturing Vienna’s skyline from this spot.
- Keep in mind travel bags, umbrellas, and rucksacks are not allowed inside the Palace. You can store them in the locker rooms for free. Pack wisely!
- Facilities: lockers.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Audio guides are available at the ticket counter. For hygiene purposes, please use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.
- Plan your visit post the peak hours (11am to 2pm) for the best experience.
- The parking lot for people with disabilities is located right next to the entrance gate of the Upper Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Straße 27.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- The Upper Belvedere's north and west facades are set to undergo renovations from April 2024. Scaffolding will be disguised with a net replicating the facade. The entrance and access to the venue will remain unaffected.
Vienna HOHO
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Dogs are welcome, but they must be leashed, muzzled, and under knee height. However, the tour can accommodate only one dog per bus.
- All children aged 5 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- The pass includes a return bus ride on the Westfield shuttle service, running only on Friday and Saturday between Albertinaplatz 2 (in front of the Tourist Information Centre) and entrance 10 at Westfield Shopping City Süd.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combos
Combo: Direct Entry Tickets to Belvedere Palace + Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art
from
€41.40
- With this pocket-friendly combo, get speedy access to the Lower and Upper Belvedere Palace and Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art, skipping the ticketing queues.
- Experience both history and modernity with the Belvedere Palace offering you classic art and architecture while the Contemporary Art Museum houses a stunning mix of modern Viennese artworks.
- Explore the staterooms like The Hall of Grotesques, The Gold Cabinet, and more in the Lower Belvedere building that showcases Baroque architecture.
- Marble halls and perfectly manicured gardens await you in the Upper Belvedere where you can explore a myriad of masterpieces by artists like Van Gogh and Gustav Klimt.
- Get ready to experience a range of modern, funky art in the Belvedere Museum of Contemporary Art where numerous art pieces are housed, acquired by the Austrian state since WWII ended.
- With this pocket-friendly combo, get speedy access to the Lower and Upper Belvedere Palace and Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art, skipping the ticketing queues.
- Experience both history and modernity with the Belvedere Palace offering you classic art and architecture while the Contemporary Art Museum houses a stunning mix of modern Viennese artworks.
- Explore the staterooms like The Hall of Grotesques, The Gold Cabinet, and more in the Lower Belvedere building that showcases Baroque architecture.
- Marble halls and perfectly manicured gardens await you in the Upper Belvedere where you can explore a myriad of masterpieces by artists like Van Gogh and Gustav Klimt.
- Get ready to experience a range of modern, funky art in the Belvedere Museum of Contemporary Art where numerous art pieces are housed, acquired by the Austrian state since WWII ended.
Inclusions
Belvedere Palace
- Ticket to Lower Belvedere
- Ticket to Upper Belvedere
Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art
- Admission ticket to Belvedere Museum of Contemporary Art
Lower Belvedere Palace
- An audio guide is available at the ticket counter in German and English, only for selected temporary exhibitions.
- Rental fees: €5 on site and also on Smartify.
- For reasons of hygiene, we ask you to use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.
- The BIP garage at Palais Schwarzenberg and the BIP garage at Schwarzenbergplatz offer discounted parking for a time window of 6 hours.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
Upper Belvedere Palace
- Audio guides are available by the ticket counter in German, English, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Ukrainian.
- Rental fees: Permanent collection tour €5.00.
- For reasons of hygiene, we ask you to use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.
- Please note that it is not mandatory to carry an ID proof if you have only purchased non-discounted tickets.
- Please note that the Austrian sign language multimedia guides are only available free of charge on YouTube as videos on your mobile phone. A new edition of the multimedia guides is still being worked on.
- Note: With your time slot ticket you book a fixed access time to the museum. The duration of your stay is unlimited.
- The Upper Belvedere's north and west facades are set to undergo renovations from April 2024. Scaffolding will be disguised with a net replicating the facade. The entrance and access to the venue will remain unaffected.
The Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art
- A wheelchair is available from the cash desk in the foyer for visitors with disabilities.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Why visit the Belvedere Palace?
- Historical significance: Built in the 18th century, the construction of Belvedere Palace was commissioned by Austrian general Prince Eugene of Savoy as a summer residence.
- Antique artifacts: The Palace houses art collections dating back to the Middle Ages preserves Prince Eugene's stucco war trophies in The Marble Gallery, and displays grotesques painted on the walls and ceilings.
- Iconic art collection: Belvedere Palace features the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings, which also includes The Kiss and Judith, and even famous works from the periods of Austrian Baroque, French Impressionism, and Viennese Biedermeier, and from Vienna around 1900.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Belvedere Palace is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a range of masterpieces by artists like Egon Schiele and Van Gogh to discover on the premises.
Which Belvedere Palace ticket is best for you?
If you are short on time
Go for: Direct entry tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: No
- Depending on the kind of ticket you purchase, you can skip ahead of long lines and get direct access to any section of the Belvedere Palace.
- These tickets are perfect for visitors running low on time since they allow you to choose which section of the Palace you want to visit.
Recommended tours:
If you want to save money
Go for: Combo tickets and passes
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Online audio guide, depending on the ticket you purchase
- These combo tickets not only allow you to save almost 10% as compared to purchasing individual tickets but also allow you to access both the Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace.
- With the Vienna Pass, you can visit almost 70+ attractions within the city, make use of the city’s hop-on hop-off tour buses, and avail of multilingual audio guides to learn about the city’s landmarks.
Recommended tours:
If you are an art enthusiast
Go for: Combo tickets and direct-entry tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: No
- The Belvedere Palace combo tickets allow you to visit the palace and skip lines at the Museum of Contemporary Art. You can appreciate the stellar architecture of both buildings and observe the modern artworks at the museum.
- The combo tickets also allow you to access both the Palace and the Museum of Contemporary Art on a one-time purchase.
Recommended tours:
Belvedere Palace highlights
Belvedere Palace has a lot to offer in terms of the rich history and culture of the Austrian monarchy. Here are the top highlights that will help you explore the place.
Upper Belvedere Palace
After Empress Maria Theresa acquired the palace complex after the demise of Prince Eugene, she redesigned the Upper Belvedere into an exhibition venue for the art collections that were imperial. Hence, the place was turned into one of the world's first public museums.
Visit Upper Belvedere Palace
Lower Belvedere Palace
The Lower Belvedere served as the residential building for Prince Eugene after its completion and marked the boundary between the Baroque building complex and the imperial city of Vienna. It is one of the prominent museums of the world today, with splendid artworks on display.
Visit Lower Belvedere Palace
Belvedere 21 Museum
The Belvedere 21 Museum features some of the most fascinating pieces of Modern Art acquired by the Austrian state since the end of WWII in the Artothek des Bundes. The museum includes sculptures by Lois Weinberger and Leopold Kessler and shows art films in the 1950's-style cinema, Blickle Kino.
Visit Belvedere 21 Museum
Exhibitions & collections
Visitors can enjoy art exhibits at the Museum that displays all kinds of paintings from various art movements, be it Realism of the late 1800s or the post-modern avant-garde that shaped contemporary artforms, going all the way back to the Medieval period and its craftsmanship.
Explore Belvedere Palace Exhibitions
Orangery
Initially a heated conservatory for citrus trees, the Orangery was reconverted into stables in 1805. When it was further redesigned, the interior of the Orangery was converted into a modern area that we see today, and hence the white cube exhibition space came into being.
Plan your visit to Belvedere Palace
Timings
Getting there
Entrances
Facilities
Rules
Tips
Eat
Stay
- Upper Belvedere:
Monday to Sunday: 9 AM to 6 PM - Lower Belvedere:
Monday to Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM - Belvedere 21:
Tuesday to Sunday: 11 AM to 6 PM
Late Night: Thursday: 11 AM to 9 PM
Open Mondays on holidays.
Belvedere 21 Museum
Address: Belvedere 21, Arsenalstraße 1, 1030 Vienna
Find on map
- By car: Distance from Vienna International Airport to Belvedere Palace: 11.9 miles
- Nearest car parking: Busparkplatz
- By train & S-Bahn: Tram D, 18, O
Station: Quartier Belvedere - By Bus: 69A
Stop: Arsenal
Upper Belvedere
Address: Upper Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna
Find on map
- By car: Distance from Vienna International Airport to Belvedere Palace: 11.9 miles
Nearest car parking: Garage Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere & PARKAPARTMENTS AM BELVEDERE - By tram: Tram D
Station: Schloss Belvedere - By train & S-Bahn: Tram 18, O
Station: Quartier Belvedere - By underground: U1
Station: Südtiroler Platz / Hauptbahnhof
Lower Belvedere
Address: Lower Belvedere, Rennweg 6, 1030 Vienna
Find on map
- By car: Distance from Vienna International Airport to Belvedere Palace: 11.9 miles
Nearest car parking: Garage Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere & PARKAPARTMENTS AM BELVEDERE - By tram: Tram 71 and Tram D
Station: Unteres Belvedere and Gußhaustraße - By bike: Parking at the Rennweg entrance
The Belvedere Palace has 3 sections, the Upper Belvedere Palace, the Lower Belvedere Palace, and the Belvedere 21 Museum. You can begin touring the palace from the Upper Belvedere Palace.
- Upper Belvedere entrance: The visitor entrance is known as the ‘Sala Terrena’. It is a brilliant white lobby, decorated with a stucco ceiling, ornate arches, and sculpted pillars. This entrance directly leads you to the Grand Staircase.
- Lower Belvedere entrance: The Lower Belvedere entrance is closer to those visitors arriving by metro or tram.
- Orangery entrance: You can also enter the Belvedere Palace through its orangery. The Belvedere Gardens are beautifully landscaped and features fountains and sculptures.
- Accessibility: The Belvedere Palace is accessible to visitors with limited mobility. There are 2 elevators which can be accessed via a wheelchair ramp. You can also borrow wheelchairs from the Palace. You must inform the authorities before you arrive if you need a wheelchair to visit the Palace.
- Cafe: The Sclosscafe, Park Cafe, and Lucy Bar offer a variety of food and drinks, where you can spend quality time with your dear ones.
- Cloakrooms: You cannot enter the Palace with outerwear, umbrellas, rucksacks, travel bags, and handbags. You can deposit them, free of charge at the Palace cloakroom. Note that you can neither carry a suitcase inside the premises nor drop them off at the cloakroom.
- Lost & Found: If you lose anything within the Palace premises, you can go to the cloakroom to pick it up. Valuables like mobile phones and cash are kept at the security desk.
- Photography: You can click pictures and film videos at the Palace, however, be mindful of photography restrictions.
- It is not allowed to carry umbrellas, rucksacks, artifacts, and other bulky items into the museum, and must be deposited in the cloakroom.
- No one is permitted to touch or poke around as the ancient artifacts are protected as a world heritage site by UNESCO.
- It is not permitted to carry and consume food and beverages in the exhibition rooms.
- Photography and filming are allowed for private and non-commercial purposes in the museum without the use of flash, tripods, or selfie sticks.
- Parents and guardians must watch the behavior of their wards and children while on, the museum premises.
- Smoking is not permitted in the exhibition rooms.
- Except for guide dogs, no other animals are allowed in the exhibition rooms.
- Visitors must behave appropriately in the museum, refrain from using mobile phones and must not talk loudly.
- Audio guides are available in German, English, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish Mandarin, Cantonese and Ukrainian.
- Wheelchairs are available for visitors with disabilities. There is also seating available in the exhibition rooms.
- It is suggested to visit the museum during off-peak hours, as the rush hours from 11 AM to 2 PM lead to long lines and waiting periods.
- For hygiene purposes, it is recommended to use your own headsets for audio-guide tours.
- For journalistic and academic purposes, the press office must be contacted for getting footage.
- Art Corner Restaurant (17 m away): Serves a mix of traditional Greek and Viennese dishes with a seasonal terrace view.
- Eloa by Cohen’s (1.0 km away): Known for serving a variety of Middle-Eastern dishes, along with vegetarian options.
- Stockl im Park (180 m away): Known for its Viennese dishes and craft beer, served in a shaded garden with exemplary views.
- Huber’s (1.6 km away): Serves traditional Austrian dishes with a global twist and includes vegetarian options.
- Fat Monk Quartier Belvedere (1.1 km away): Known for its unique combination of easy-to-order bowls and homemade drinks.
- Budget stays:
A & O Wien Hauptbahnhof (1.1 km away)
Ibis Budget Wien Hauptbahnhof (1.2 km away)
Wombat’s City Hostels Vienna Belvedere (1.4 km away) - Mid-range hotels:
N H Wien Belvedere (0.5 km away)
Motel One-Wien-Hauptbahnhof (0.8 km away)
Novotel Wien Hauptbahnhof (1 km away) - Luxury stays:
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Visit WeltmuseumFrequently asked questions about Belvedere Palace tickets
How much is a ticket to the Belvedere Palace?
Belvedere Palace tickets are available online starting from . Please note that Belvedere Palace tickets are available in various price ranges as per the services offered.
How to book tickets to the Belvedere Palace?
We recommend you purchase Belvedere Palace tickets online to save time and money. You can avail yourself of discounted tickets and combo deals online. Online ticket bookings also ensure a hassle-free touring experience.
Why should I book Belvedere Palace tickets online?
It is best to book Belvedere Palace tickets online to skip the hassle of standing in long lines on the day of your visit. You can also avail of discounted prices and combo deals when booking tickets online.
What do Belvedere Palace tickets include?
Depending on the kind of Belvedere Palace tickets you purchase, you can skip ahead of long lines to visit the Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace. Some Belvedere Palace combo tickets also allow you to visit the Belvedere 21 Museum. If you are interested only in specific levels within the Palace, you can purchase direct entry tickets to the Lower or Upper Belvedere Palace.
Are discounts available on Belvedere Palace tickets?
Yes, if you book Belvedere Palace tickets online, you can avail yourself of various combo offers and discounted deals. With online ticket bookings, you can also save time and ensure a hassle-free experience.
What is the cancellation policy on Belvedere Palace tickets?
Most Belvedere Palace tickets can be canceled or rescheduled if you cannot make it on the day of your visit. You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase.
What are Belvedere Palace’s opening hours?
The Upper Belvedere Palace is open from 9 AM to 6 PM and the Lower Belvedere Palace is open from 10 AM to 6 PM daily throughout the year. The Belvedere 21 Museum is open from 11 AM to 6 PM from Tuesday to Sunday. On Thursday, the Museum is open until 9 PM.
How long does it take to complete a Belvedere Palace tour?
You need to spend at least 5 to 6 hours at the Belvedere Palace to tour the upper and lower levels of the Belvedere Palace and explore the artifacts and architecture of the Belvedere 21 Museum.
What is there to see at the Belvedere Palace?
The Belvedere Palace is known for its Baroque architecture and impressive art collection. The Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace features intricate decorations and paintings, from the Middle Ages to contemporary times. If you are interested in modern art, you must pay a visit to the Belvedere 21 Museum. Look out for Gustave Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’ and the iconic masterpieces of Egon Schiele.
When is the best time to visit the Belvedere Palace?
April to June and September to October are the best months to visit the Belvedere Palace. The weather is typically pleasant during these months with moderate temperatures and blooming gardens. The crowds are generally smaller compared to the peak summer months, allowing you to roam around the palace premises comfortably.
Is photography allowed in the Belvedere Palace?
While you can click pictures of the ornate facades and the exterior of the Belvedere Palace, there are some painting collections and artifacts that you cannot photograph. You cannot bring drones, tripods, and selfie sticks inside the Palace premises. Only mobile photography is permitted.
Is the Belvedere Palace wheelchair accessible?
There are two elevators, which you can use to get to the Upper Belvedere Palace. The Lower Belvedere Palace has wide ramps, where visitors in wheelchairs can navigate their way through easily. The Palace also has wide accessible restrooms for your convenience.