Belvedere Palace Opening Hours | Best Time to Visit

Timings

Belvedere Palace

The Belvedere Palace is open from 10 am to 6 pm throughout the year. You can access all sections of the palace, the Upper and Lower Belvedere, and the 21 Museum during these hours.

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	09:00–18:00	17:00
Tuesday	09:00–18:00	17:00
Wednesday	09:00–18:00	17:00
Thursday	09:00–21:00	20:00
Friday (Today)	09:00–18:00	17:00
Saturday	09:00–18:00	17:00
Sunday	09:00–18:00	17:00

The Belvedere 21 Museum is open until 9 pm on Thursdays. It also remains open on public holidays, which fall on Mondays.
The Lower Belvedere Palace and 21 Museum hosts several temporary exhibitions throughout the year. Make sure to keep aside a few extra hours to explore these contemporary art pieces.

Upper Belvedere Palace

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS
Monday	09:00–18:00
Tuesday	09:00–18:00
Wednesday	09:00–18:00
Thursday	09:00–18:00
Friday (Today)	09:00–18:00
Saturday	09:00–18:00
Sunday	09:00–18:00

Lower Belvedere Palace

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS
Monday	10:00–18:00
Tuesday	10:00–18:00
Wednesday	10:00–18:00
Thursday	10:00–18:00
Friday (Today)	10:00–18:00
Saturday	10:00–18:00
Sunday	10:00–18:00

Best time to visit the Belvedere Palace

Weekday vs Weekend

Weekdays see fewer tourists as compared to weekends. There are shorter wait times. You can access audio guides and explore the palace at your own pace.
Weekends tend to be comparatively more crowded than weekdays. Weekends offer full access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions in the Belvedere Palace, which may be restricted during some weekdays. You may have to wait in lines, however, they start to thin out quite fast. If you keep a few hours on hand, you can explore the exhibits comfortably, even during weekends. Regardless of the day of the week, there are fewer crowds early in the morning and around late afternoon.

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Peak season vs low season

Peak season (March to June, September to October): The cooler spring and fall months are ideal for outdoor exploration. The 21 Museum also hosts several temporary exhibits around this time.
Shoulder season (July to August): The warmer summer months offer clear skies, however, you may find it hard to explore the palace premises in the heat.
Low season (November to February): The harsh winter months typically see fewer crowds.

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How long do you need to tour the Belvedere Palace?

Covering the entire Palace would take you at least 3 hours, excluding the time taken to walk through the temporary art exhibitions, which should be factored in separately.

Upper Belvedere Palace: The Upper Belvedere Palace would take you an hour to cover end-to-end, covering all the pieces by Klimt, Schiele, Funke, Messerschmidt, and van Gogh.

Lower Belvedere Palace: The Lower Palace would take a similar time to cover, close to an hour.

Belvedere 21 Museum: Known for its post-war modernism architecture, the Belvedere 21 Museum, and the Sculpture Garden would take about an hour to cover.

Frequently asked questions about Belvedere Palace opening hours

What are the Belvedere Palace 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 throughout the week. The Belvedere 21 Museum is open from 11 am to 6 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. On Thursday, the 21 Museum remains open until 9 pm.

Is Belvedere Palace open at night?

The Palace closed at 6 pm on most days. Belvedere Museum Vienna is open till 9 pm on Thursdays and on certain occasions.

Is Belvedere Palace open on weekends?

Yes, the Belvedere Palace Vienna, including the Upper, Lower, and 21 Museum is open on weekends.

What’s the best time to visit Belvedere Palace?

You can plan a visit to the Belvedere Palace around 10 am or reach around 2 pm to avoid crowds. Note that March to May and September to October are the most pleasant but the busiest months to visit Vienna. If you do not mind the cold weather, you can enjoy the Palace exhibits comfortably during the winter months.

How long does it take to explore Belvedere Palace?

It would take at least 3 to 5 hours to explore Belvedere Palace, its permanent and temporary exhibitions, and everything it has to offer.

Should I buy Belvedere Palace tickets in advance?

It is always a good idea to buy the Belvedere Palace tickets online in advance as the museum tends to get crowded during the peak tourist season, between March to May, and from September to October.