Baroque splendour, modern art, and Viennese light
A hillside of terraces and palaces where history and art breathe together—Habsburg dreams in stucco, Klimt in gold leaf, and gardens that lift the eye across Vienna. Your unofficial guide to pacing, tickets, and moments to linger so the Belvedere feels generous, not rushed.
Two palaces, one story—art, ambition, and gardens
The Belvedere is a pair of Baroque palaces—the Upper Belvedere and Lower Belvedere—joined by grand formal gardens, with Belvedere 21 nearby bringing the conversation into the present.
Inside, Austrian art unfolds from medieval panels to Biedermeier portraits, Secession brilliance, and post‑war voices.
Outside, terraces and fountains lead your eyes towards Vienna’s skyline.
It’s a place to stroll, to pause before Klimt, to sense how a city cultivates beauty in layers..
Belvedere Palace Visiting timetable
Opening times vary by palace and season. Upper Belvedere (home to ‘The Kiss’) has daily slots with peak late mornings and weekends; Lower Belvedere hosts changing exhibitions with distinct hours; Belvedere 21 keeps museum rhythms, often later. Check official schedules close to your date.
Belvedere Palace Closing Days
Closures occur for exhibition changeovers, conservation, and special events. Galleries may have temporary room closures. Confirm dates and palace‑specific notices in advance.
Where is Located
Belvedere, Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Wien, Austria
Getting to the Belvedere
Near the city centre in Vienna’s 3rd district—easy by S‑Bahn, tram, or a leisurely walk from the Ringstraße. Allow a gentle buffer for ticket pickup and garden wandering.
By Train
Rail & S‑Bahn: Wien Quartier Belvedere (S‑Bahn) and Wien Hauptbahnhof (main station) are nearby, with easy tram links and a pleasant walk to the palaces. U1 (Südtiroler Platz) connects to Hauptbahnhof.
By Car
Driving in Vienna’s inner districts is possible but not ideal—limited street parking and demand around museum days. If you must, use paid parking garages near Hauptbahnhof and stroll through the gardens.
By Bus
Trams D, 18, O, and buses around Schwarzenbergplatz and Hauptbahnhof offer frequent service. Expect small diversions during events and special exhibitions.
On Foot
Walking is charming: approach along Prinz‑Eugen‑Straße, pass garden gates, and let the terraces draw you towards Upper Belvedere’s façade—Vienna’s calm meeting Baroque grace 🚶♀️.
Why visit the Belvedere
Klimt’s golden tenderness, Schiele’s edge, Baroque architecture, glowing galleries, and formal gardens flowing towards the city—a day that balances art with air.
Belvedere Palace
Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’ and Austrian Masterpieces
Gold leaf shimmering like soft music—Klimt’s tender geometry sits among landscapes, portraits, and Viennese modernism. Arrive early, choose a few paintings to linger with, and let the room breathe.
Baroque Palaces and Gardens
Prinz Eugen’s vision in stone—terraces, fountains, and façades that frame Vienna. Stucco scrolls and long perspectives make walking feel like a gentle performance.
Belvedere 21: Modern and Contemporary
A clear, modern counterpoint—post‑war art, installations, and new voices. Pair the glow of the Upper Belvedere with the clarity of 21 for a day that spans centuries.
Belvedere basics at a glance
Quick planning hints for a smooth, art‑filled visit.
Secure your visit
Timed slots keep your galleries calm and unhurried.
Pair Upper Belvedere with gardens, Lower Belvedere exhibitions, or Belvedere 21 for a full Vienna day.