Belvedere Palace: Tickets

Belvedere Palace Tickets and Information

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• Belvedere Palace Address: Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030, Vienna
• Opening Hours: Daily from 09:00 - 18:00

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Is Belvedere Palace Worth Visiting

• It’s one of our top selling tickets in the area.
• If you enjoy historical buildings steeped in history, you will love Belvedere Palace
• Art lovers will also enjoy visiting

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What You See At Belvedere Palace

• Art
• Architecture
• Marble Hall

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About Belvedere Palace

Belvedere Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Vienna's most popular tourist attractions. An incredible Baroque palace that was built in the early 18th century by the renowned architect Johann Lucas von Hildebrandt, having been commissioned by Prince Eugene of Savoy, who was a successful military leader, art patron and part of the Habsburg dynasty.

Prince Eugene commissioned Hildebrandt to built the palace so he could use it as a summer residence and it's said that Hildebrandt took inspiration from the Palace of Versailles in France and adapted it with Austrian influences. The palace is split into two sections, ‘Upper Belvedere’ and ‘Lower Belvedere’ which are separated by a courtyard and beautifully landscaped gardens.

After Prince Eugene's death in 1736, the palace stayed in the family and eventually came into the ownership of Maria Theresa of Austria, who was perhaps one of the most famous members of the dynasty. It was Maria Theresa and her son, Emperor Joseph II, that decided to open the palace up as a museum and make it accessible to the public.

The palace is split into two sections, with the gardens in between.

• Upper Belvedere Palace: This building is famous for its incredible architecture, magnificent halls, and it's grand staircase. It was built with the purpose of showing off to Prince Eugene of Savoy's guests! The ‘Marble Hall’ (Marmorsaal) which is a grand two-storey hall that stretches throughout the palace is famous for it's opulent design and impressive frescoes, including Carlo Carlone's ceiling fresco which dates back to 1720 and includes some of the Prince's military victories. Empress Maria Theresa dedicated the space as exhibition venue for some of the royal art collections and the hall now acts as Austria's National Art Gallery. The Marble Hall also has extra historical significance as its also where the Austrian State Treaty was signed on 15 May 1955.
• Lower Belvedere: Built between 1712 - 1717 and originally used as a living space by Prince Eugene, this palace includes the ornate ‘Marble Gallery’ (Marmorgalerie), the ‘Hall of Grotesques’, and the ‘Orangery’. The Lower Belvedere also now hosts various temporary exhibitions during the year. Lower Belvedere tickets also include access to some outbuildings as well, the Orangery & the Palace Stables, which form part of Lower Belvedere. The Orangery was originally built as Prince Eugene's greenhouse and since been converted into another gallery space and the Palace Stables are now home to the permanent collection of Medieval and Renaissance art.
• Gardens: The beautifully landscaped Baroque gardens that sit between the Upper and Lower Belvedere Palaces should also be enjoyed. They feature ornate fountains, sculptures, and manicured flower beds.

Art Collections at Belvedere Palace

• Austrian National Gallery - Upper Belvedere: The Upper Belvedere houses the Austrian National Gallery, which boasts an extensive collection of Austrian art, from the Middle Ages to the present day.
• Klimt Collection: The palace is home to the world’s largest collection of works by Gustav Klimt, including the famous paintings 'The Kiss.' and 'Judith'. The collection is one of the main attractions for art enthusiasts as it has more than 20 works by the artist.
• Other Notable Works: You can also see works by other prominent artists such as Egon Schiele, Oskar Kokoschka, and various masters of the Biedermeier period.
• Special Exhibitions: The Belvedere regularly hosts special exhibitions as well which feature international and Austrian artists. The exhibitions often explore various themes and artistic movements, making each visit unique.
• Belvedere 21 Museum: Belvedere 21 Contemporary Art Museum is the new modernist building on the estate that is home to a collection of modern and contemporary art from both Viennese and international artists. The collection includes the indoor space and an outdoor sculpture garden.

The palace is spread over around 17 hectares (42 acres), so to enjoy it all, you need to spend a good few hours exploring it, including the palace gardens, the orangery and the rest of the facilities. However please remember, separate tickets are required for the two palaces.

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