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Upper Belvedere Palace | A tapestry of iconic art pieces and opulent legacy
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- Ditch the long ticketing queues and explore Vienna's UNESCO World Heritage Site – Belvedere!
- Choose to explore the Upper or Lower Belvedere by selecting the ticket option of your liking.
- Art lovers, visit the Upper Belvedere to discover the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings, as well as iconic works from Viennese Biedermeier.
- Prepare to be amazed as you observe the works of Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Auguste Rodin here.
- 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, located between the Lower and Upper Belvedere, among some of the most beautiful in the world.
Inclusions
Upper Belvedere
- Entry to Upper Belvedere
Lower Belvedere
- Entry to Lower Belvedere
Upper Belvedere
- 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, 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.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Guide Dog Accommodation & Cloakroom.
- 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
- The audio guide is available at the ticket counter in German and English, only for selected temporary exhibitions.
For reasons of hygiene, we ask you to use personal headphones (standard 3.5 mm connection). As an alternative, disposable headphones are provided.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Guide Dog Accommodation & Cloakroom.
- 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.
Combo (Save 10%): Direct Entry Tickets to Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace
from €31.30
€28.17
Save 10%
- 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.
Combo (Save 8%): Direct Entry to the Upper Belvedere Palace + Big Bus 24/48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Vienna
from €57.70
€53.08
Save 8%
- Save more with this combo pass that gives direct access to the Upper Belvedere Palace and a 24/48-hr hop-on hop-off tour of Vienna.
- Experience the grandeur of the Baroque-style Upper Belvedere Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its stunning art collections.
- Lose yourself in the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt's works at Upper Belvedere, including his iconic oil-on-canvas painting, 'The Kiss'.
- Hop-on and hop-off at over 27 stops, including the Vienna State Opera and Danube Island with the Vienna bus tour.
- With the evening tour option, take in the illuminated cityscapes of Vienna, and optionally enjoy a Danube River Cruise or ride on the Giant Ferris Wheel.
Inclusions
Upper Belvedere Palace
- Entry to Upper Belvedere
- Access to Klimt's 'The Kiss' & permanent collection
24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Vienna
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Arabic, Turkish, Korean, Hindi, Hebrew & Russian
- Free VOX digital walking tour download
- Guided walking tour (optional)
- 1.5-hour evening English-guided tour (optional)
- Danube River cruise (optional)
- Wiener Riesenrad Giant Ferris Wheel ticket (optional)
Upper Belvedere Palace
- Tip: Take a walk around the Belvedere Gardens, they're often overlooked but equally beautiful.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Guide Dog Accommodation & Cloakroom.
- The parking lot for people with disabilities is located right next to the entrance gate of the Upper Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Straße 27.
- With this ticket, skip the line to the ticket counter/box office and head straight to the museum entrance!
- Rental fees: Permanent collection tour €5.00, Austrian sign language multimedia guide permanent collection € 2.00.
- For reasons of hygiene, please 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.
- 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.
24/48-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Vienna
- Tip: Don't forget to take advantage of the free mobile app that's included with your ticket. It provides real-time bus tracking, detailed maps, and other useful information.
Red Route
- First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Opera)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Opera)
- Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins
- Popular stops: House of Music, Lower Belvedere, Museums Quartier & Votive Church
Schönbrunn Palace – Blue Route
- First bus: 9:45am from Opera/Albertina
- Last bus: 5:15pm
- Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins
- Popular stops: Aqua Terre Zoo, Schönbrunn Palace & Zoo, Upper Belvedere & The Hundertwasser House
- Please click here for a detailed red route map and its boarding points & here for a detailed blue route map and its boarding points.
- 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.
- Choose a 1, 2, 3 or 6-day Vienna Pass and enjoy fast-track admission to over 70 attractions and unlimited use of Vienne HOHO sightseeing buses.
Inclusions
- Entry to Upper Belvedere
- Access to Klimt's 'The Kiss' and permanent collection
- Tip: Go around to the front of Upper Belvedere, and walk out beyond the small lake to take some excellent photos of the palace.
- 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.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Guide Dog Accommodation & Cloakroom.
- 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 Exhibition Highlights
- 24 November 2023 to 19 June 2024: Nedko Solakov A Cornered Solo Show #3 (with Charles Esche as my artistic conscience)
- 19 October 2023 to 14 April 2024: CARLONE CONTEMPORARY: Michail Michailov Dust to Dust
- 12 April 2024 to 29 September 2024: IN-SIGHT: Franz Anton Maulbertsch
- 21 February 2025 to 7 September 2025: Gustav Klimt Pigment & Pixel
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Enjoy an exclusive 2-hour guided tour of the Upper Belvedere Palace, filled with insightful art history and breathtaking baroque gardens.
- A 5-star licensed guide offers a personalized and richly detailed exploration of artworks in, making your visit memorable.
- The benefit of skip-the-line tickets 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
- Skip-the-line entry to Upper Belvedere (main exhibition)
- Admission to Belvedere Gardens
- 5-star licensed guide with live commentary in English
Exclusions
- Headsets
- 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.
Combo: Direct Entry Tickets to Belvedere Palace + Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art
from
€40.60
- 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.
The Belvedere PalaceUpper Belvedere Palace
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Built in the 18th century as a lavish residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy, the Upper Belvedere Palace is renowned for its Baroque architecture and iconic art masterpieces. The palace's grandeur and art pieces offer visitors a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of Austria. Perched atop a hill, the Upper Belvedere Palace features opulent Baroque interiors, stately halls, and exquisite gardens.
If you are planning to start your tour from the Upper Belvedere, here is some essential information that will help.
What is the Upper Belvedere Palace?
The majority of the permanent exhibits are located in the Upper Belvedere Palace, along with the stately halls and gardens. Designed by Lukas von Hildebrandt, this exquisite Baroque palace, is worth a visit simply because of its structural and artistic appeal. The world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings is also housed at the Upper Belvedere.
Hence, if you are an aesthete or love exploring historically relevant sights, a visit to this palace is sure to be a treat to your senses.
Plan your visit to the Belvedere PalacePlan your visit to the Belvedere Palace
Upper Belvedere Palace opening hours
Upper Belvedere Palace location
Monday to Sunday: 9 AM to 6 PM
Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Best time to visit: April to June and September to October, for its moderate temperatures and blossoming gardens
Note: While you can click pictures of the gardens and the exterior of the Palace, there are some rooms inside the Upper Belvedere Palace, where photography is not permitted. Be mindful of these restrictions.
Belvedere Palace timingsAddress: Upper Belvedere, Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna
The Belvedere Castle is situated in the Landstraße neighborhood, south of Vienna's Old Town.
Getting to the Belvedere PalaceWhat’s inside the Upper Belvedere Palace?
Home to the largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings, the Upper Belvedere Palace also features works by other artists like Egon Schiele, and Oskar Kokoschka.
The Grand Staircase
The Upper Belvedere's staircase serves as a reminder of the past where the main entrance stood on the south side. This staircase leads up to the main floor. It features a painting of Darius' wives on the left wall and a fresco showing Alexander the Great defeating Darius on the right side.
The Marble Hall
The Marble Hall is distinguished by enormous ceiling frescoes, reddish-brown marble, and lavish gilding. This hall's frescoes were painted by maestros such as Marcantonio Chiarini, Carlo Innocenzo Carlone, and Gaetano Fanti. In 1955, the delegates of four colonial countries signed the agreement that gave Austria freedom in this hall.
Sala Terrana
The Sala Terrana or the ground floor hall has four imposing pillars and is supported by a lavishly decorated vaulted roof. It functions both as the garden hall and entryway because it opens onto the Upper Belvedere's garden side and links to the grand staircase.
The Carlone Hall
The Carlone Hall, also known as the Painted Hall, was named after its builder, the Italian artist, Carlo Innocenzo Carlone. He created the stunning ceiling fresco that shows the Triumphs of Aurora around 1722 to 1723. The room's furnishings are still in place, and the hall was originally used as a place to relax and socialize on warm summer days.
Permanent Collection
The permanent exhibition links Austrian art to that of contemporary international artists. The works of Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Auguste Rodin are showcased in the collection. You can also find masterpieces from Central Europe's interwar era, like Marie-Louise von Motesicky, Frantisek Kupka, and Laszlo Moholy-Nagy.
Architecture of the Upper Belvedere Palace
The Upper Belvedere Palace in Vienna is a perfect example of the grandeur of Baroque architecture. Designed by Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt in the early 18th century, its symmetrical façade, elaborate decorations, and towering domes create a striking silhouette against the skyline.
The palace features a central corps de logis flanked by two wings, showcasing a harmonious blend of architectural elements such as pilasters, pediments, and balustrades. Inside, the walls are adorned with frescoes, stuccowork, and gilded detailing, reflecting the wealth and power of its former occupants.
The palace's layout, with grand ceremonial rooms and intimate chambers, shows that it was not only built to function as a summer residence but also to showcase the opulence of the noble family. In the present day, it has emerged as a highlight of Vienna's cultural heritage.
Interesting facts about the Belvedere PalaceFrequently asked questions about Upper Belvedere Palace
What is Upper Belvedere Palace?
Upper Belvedere Palace is a part of the Belvedere Palace complex. It was built to function as the summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy. The palace also houses paintings from famous artists spanning centuries. Gustave Klimt's 'The Kiss' is one of the palace's most treasured pieces.
Do I need tickets to visit Upper Belvedere Palace?
Yes, you need to buy Belvedere Palace tickets to visit the Upper Belvedere Palace. You can choose between a direct entry ticket or a combo ticket, which includes access to both the Upper and Lower Belvedere Palace.
Can I purchase tickets to the Upper Belvedere Palace online?
Yes, you can book Belvedere Palace tickets online. Online ticket bookings ensure a hassle-free experience and also save time and money. You can browse from a range of direct entry and combo tickets and choose the one that best fits your needs.
Where is the Upper Belvedere Palace located?
The Upper Belvedere Palace is located at the Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna.
What are the Upper Belvedere Palace's opening hours?
The Upper Belvedere Palace is open from 9 am to 6 pm, Monday through Sunday throughout the year.
What is the best time to visit the Upper Belvedere Palace?
April to June and September to October are the best months to visit the Upper Belvedere Palace. These spring and fall months have moderate temperatures, making it easier for you to roam the palace. During spring, the Belvedere Gardens are filled with flowers.
Why is the Upper Belvedere Palace important?
The Upper Belvedere Palace is a prime example of Baroque architecture, showcasing the opulence and grandeur of the era. Designed by Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt as a symbol of imperial power, the palace houses a renowned art collection, including masterpieces by artists such as Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele.
How old is the Upper Belvedere Palace?
The Upper Belvedere Palace was constructed between 1717 and 1723. It was built to function as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy. In the present day, it serves as a museum showcasing masterpieces of Austrian art and Baroque architecture.
What can you see inside the Upper Belvedere Palace?
You can see an extensive collection of Austrian art inside the Upper Belvedere Palace, spanning from the Middle Ages to the present day. Highlights include iconic works by Gustav Klimt, such as 'The Kiss' and 'Judith and the Head of Holofernes,' as well as masterpieces by Egon Schiele, Oskar Kokoschka, and other prominent artists. You can also see grand ceremonial rooms and royal living chambers, adorned with frescoes, stuccowork, and gilded details.
How many artworks are on display at the Upper Belvedere Palace in Vienna?
The Belvedere Palace presently includes 18,600 pieces spanning 900 years of artistic development. The Upper Belvedere Palace mostly houses art pieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. The Lower Belvedere Palace and Belvedere 21 Museum focus more on preserving contemporary modern Austrian art. The Lower Belvedere Palace also hosts temporary exhibitions and special thematic displays.
