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Vienna: Upper Belvedere & Permanent Collection Entry Ticket

1. Vienna: Upper Belvedere & Permanent Collection Entry Ticket

The Belvedere in Vienna is one of the leading museums worldwide. Its famous art collection includes works ranging from the Middle Ages to the present day. The unique complex, with its two palaces of the Upper and Lower Belvedere and extensive gardens, is one of the most stunning Baroque architectural marvels in the world. Highlights include the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings as well as prominent works from the periods of Viennese Biedermeier, Austrian Baroque, Vienna around 1900, and French Impressionism. Now, for the first time in decades, the museum will once again host large-scale special exhibitions that you can admire on your visit. In the 18th century, the Austrian general Prince Eugene of Savoy commissioned the renowned Baroque architect Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt to build the complex. After the death of Prince Eugene, Empress Maria Theresa acquired the entire complex and transformed the Upper Belvedere into an exhibition venue for the imperial collections – making it one of the first public museums in the world. The Lower Belvedere, formerly the residence of Prince Eugene, is home to illustrious exhibitions. The Baroque gardens of the Belvedere rank among the most beautiful in the world. The main garden is situated between the Lower and the Upper Belvedere and extends over three large terraces. The Belvedere park is also home to the Botanical Garden and the oldest Alpine garden in Europe.

Vienna PASS: 1, 2, 3, or 6 Days of Sightseeing

2. Vienna PASS: 1, 2, 3, or 6 Days of Sightseeing

The Vienna PASS is your key to an unforgettable experience in Vienna. You’ll get free access to Vienna’s top sights, such as Schönbrunn Palace and Schönbrunn Zoo, the Giant Ferris Wheel, the Spanish Riding School, the Albertina Museum, and many others. You’ll also enjoy unlimited travel on the hop-on hop-off sightseeing buses, which are the perfect way to get from one attraction to the next. Combine the features of the Vienna PASS to design your own sightseeing program. The card is accompanied by a high-quality guidebook that features insider tips and detailed city information. The Vienna PASS can be purchased for durations of 1, 2, 3, or 6 consecutive days. Children below the age of 6 get free admission to the all-inclusive offers if accompanied by an adult holding a Vienna PASS. Attractions: • Schönbrunn Palace (including the Maze, Gloriette, and other attractions) • Schönbrunn Zoo • Giant Ferris Wheel • Art History Museum • Albertina Museum & Art Gallery • Museum of Natural History • Danube Tower • Leopold Museum • Imperial Treasury • Spanish Riding School • Hofburg Imperial Palace • Imperial Furniture Collection • Museum of Technology • Bank Austria Kunstforum • Museum of Modern Art (mumok)• Vienna State Opera – Guided Tour • Museum of Military History • Madame Tussauds • Upper Belvedere • Lower Belvedere • 21er Haus - Museum of contemporary art • Winter Palace • Imperial Burial Vault • Klosterneuburg Monastery • Liechtenstein Castle • Beethoven Museum • Vienna Ring Tram • Plus more than 30 other sights Unlimited Hop-on Hop-off Tours Explore the city with unlimited rides on the convenient hop-on hop-off buses: • 4 hop-on hop-off routes • 50 stops (short intervals) • Free Wi-Fi • Free audio guide in 16 languages • Kids' channel in English and German • App guided walking tour Fast track entry Save valuable time with fast track entry at many sights. The Vienna PASS comes with a guidebook, app, and bonus booklet. The guidebook and app are filled with important information, insider tips, and special offers. Enjoy attractive discounts at exclusive partners with your bonus booklet.

Vienna: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

3. Vienna: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Hop on a bus and explore Vienna however you wish. This hop-on-hop-off ticket lets you hop on or off the bus as often as you want at any of the stops, so you get to experience all of the sights at your own pace. Alternatively, you can just take a seat and enjoy a city tour with interesting and informative commentary. Choose between 3 routes, each of which takes you to a different part of Vienna. See the State Opera, the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Art History), Heldenplatz (Heroes' Square), Parliament, the Burgtheater, and the magnificent Hilton Hotel. Or, be driven to Schönbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace before visiting the KunstHausWien museum or the UNO City – the choice is yours! Your tour offers 3 different bus routes, which can be combined as you wish: Red Route Admire the sights along the Ring Road, such as the State Opera, Hofburg Palace, the Parliament, and the Burgtheater. Stops: State Opera - Museum of Art History/Heroes' Square - Burgtheater/CityHall - University - Sigmund Freud Museum - Votiv Church - Vienna Airport Lines - DDSG City Cruises - MAK - City Park - Strauss Monument - State Opera Buses arrive every 60 minutes Mondays - Sundays, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM Yellow Route Discover the famous Schönbrunn Palace, Schwarzenberg Platz, and Belvedere Palace. Stops: State Opera - Schönbrunn Palace - Main Station - Belvedere Palace - Lower Belvedere - State Opera Buses arrive every 60 minutes Mondays - Sundays, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM The ride from the State Opera to Schönbrunn Palace takes approximately 25 minutes. Blue Route: Visit the famous "Prater area" where you can get acquainted with all the masterpieces of the Museum of Applied Arts, Museum of Fine Arts or even the Kunsthaus/Hundertwasser Museum. You can meet with the greatest Austrian composer, Johann Strauss, in the Stadtpark. Stops: State Opera - National Theatre/City Hall - Schwedenplatz - Hundertwasser - Prater/Giant Ferris Wheel - Danube Tower - Old Danube - Uno City - Train Station - Museum of Crime - DDSG City Cruises - - Museum of Applied Arts – City Park - Strauss Monument - State Opera Buses arrive every 90 minutes Mondays - Sundays, 10:30 AM – 2:45 PM Your ticket also includes a self-guided walking tour with an app to discover the musical heritage of the city. Cross the city at your own pace and get acquainted with the most important music halls of Vienna. See the Vienna State Opera, Beethoven Statue, Vienna Concert House, House of Music and the Beethoven Museum. Pick up your headphones and a map from the local partner's service center and follow the instructions of the QuietVox Guiding App to travel from sight to sight. You will scan the QR codes at each stop to learn more about them.

Skip the Line: Schönbrunn Palace & Vienna City Tour

4. Skip the Line: Schönbrunn Palace & Vienna City Tour

Benefit from the advantages of this tour and skip the queues at Schönbrunn Palace! Get an overall impression of the most significant historical sights in Vienna. By bus, the tour will take you along the Ringstraße, home to numerous architectural gems such as the State Opera, the Museum of Art History with its world-famous collection, the Habsburg Museum and the Museum of Natural History. Discover the museum quarter, the Hofburg Palace (the Emperors' winter residence), the Austrian Parliament, the City Hall, and the Court Theater. The highlight of your visit is a guided tour through the halls of Schönbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer residence that hosted Maria Theresa, amongst others. 

Vienna: Skip-the-line Belvedere Palace Tour with Transfers

5. Vienna: Skip-the-line Belvedere Palace Tour with Transfers

"Join us on the most comprehensive tour of the Belvedere palace and garden complex in Vienna to experience true Baroque and discover 800 years of art history. We’ll take you on a walk through Belvedere's history and its remarkable collection of art. Beat the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and discover what Belvedere has to offer with an experienced Private Guide! Book a 2-hour tour of Upper Belvedere with skip-the-line tickets and a reserved time slot to get right in and spend more time exploring the palace with your Expert-Guide, who will ensure you don't miss a thing. This 18th century Baroque palace houses one of Austria’s most important art collections, offering an insight into art history from the Middle Ages, through Baroque, to Viennese Modernism. Highlights include Gustav Klimt's iconic ""The Kiss"" as well as masterpieces by Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller, Egon Schiele, Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Auguste Rodin and more! Your Private Guide will be happy to show you pieces by your favorite masters and to introduce you to lesser known artists, such as László Moholy-Nagy, Marie-Louise von Motesiczky, and František Kupka. The story of the palace and its art treasures will come alive thanks to expert commentary tailored to your interests, offering you a close and personal experience of Belvedere. Choose the 3-hour option to enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of Upper Belvedere with skip-the-line tickets and additional private transportation from your accommodation. This option includes an estimated 30-minute round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off service at your preferred location in a clean, air-conditioned car. Your experienced private driver will ensure you arrive at the meeting point on time to enjoy the tour. Book an extended 3,5-hour tour to discover the treasures of Upper Belvedere and Lower Belvedere. This is your chance to fully explore the historic palace complex, including its Baroque garden. The Lower Belvedere consists of the former residential palace of Prince Eugene with the famous Grotesque Hall, the Orangery and Palace Stables. The Lower palace will amaze you with its architecture, collections of medieval armory and artifacts, and temporary art exhibitions. Choose the 4,5-hour option to book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 3,5-hour walking tour of the Upper and Lower Belvedere with its Baroque Garden. This way you can enjoy the full itinerary with the comfort of private car transfers. Enjoy the convenient pickup and drop-off service in a private car. "

Vienna: Panoramic Night Tour by Bus

6. Vienna: Panoramic Night Tour by Bus

Experience the most beautiful sights of Vienna at night on this unique tour. Drive around the magnificent Ringstrasse which has a special flair in the evening. During the bus ride, see all major sights in the city including the Parliament, City Hall, Burgtheater, Vienna State Opera, Belvedere Palace, Kunsthistorisches and Natural Museum of History.  Continue the tour to the famous amusement park, where you can see the illuminated Giant Ferris Wheel. Finally, end at the Vienna State Opera where the tour finishes.

Vienna: Danube River Cruise & 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

7. Vienna: Danube River Cruise & 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

See Vienna at your own pace with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. From the open-air top deck, hear the stories of highlights like Hofburg Palace and Prater Amusement Park with audio commentary. Top it off with a relaxing cruise along the charming Danube River and an audio guide for the city. Journey along the Red Route to experience historic sites like the Opera House, Museum Quarter, Hofburg Palace, Parliament, Town Hall, and the Danube Canal. Explore past the city center and towards Prater Amusement Park and find breathtaking views of the Vienna mountains, UNO City, and Danube Island. On the Blue Route, start your tour in the city center and go discover Vienna's famous palaces. Gaze upon the regal Hofburg Palace before leaving the city to see Schönbrunn Palace, once a residence of the Habsburgs, and Belvedere Palace which houses an immense collection of Austrian artwork. Climb aboard the sightseeing cruise included with your ticket and admire the "most livable city in the world" from the Danube River. Take in the picture-perfect scenes of modern life in a historic city that make Vienna unique. After or in-between your tour, enjoy 1 of 3 audio guides and learn about the city. Marvel at the architectural history of the Opera House, St. Stephan's Cathedral, and more. Walk around outer Vienna to view the expressionist landmark Hundertwasserhaus and the “New Modern” train station Hauptbahnhof.

Vienna: Private Tour of Klimt’s Art with Entry Tickets

8. Vienna: Private Tour of Klimt’s Art with Entry Tickets

Gustav Klimt was born and died in the Austrian capital, so it's no wonder you can walk around Vienna for days trying to see everything: his "Kiss" at the Belvedere Palace, his "Beethoven Frieze" at the Secession Exhibition Hall, his "Life and Death" at the Leopold Museum. During this art tour, you will visit the three museums that house the most important part of Klimt's legacy and get a comprehensive overview of his work. Belvedere The tour stats at the historic Belvedere Palace. It is here that "The Kiss" and "Judith", the famous works of Klimt's most striking "golden period", are to be found. Here you will not only see the most famous works firsthand, but also understand the historical context and the origins of the great artist's work. Secession In the exhibition hall of the Secession, you will come face to face with his monumental work "Beethoven's Frieze". It is the only piece that surrounds the viewer on all sides - which was part of the artist's conception. Here you will merge with the art and experience Gustav Klimt in its most pure form. Leopold Museum The third stop is in the Museum Quarter. Here, the Leopold Museum houses "Life and Death". It is an exceptional painting, and in reworking it, the artist committed an important symbolic act. You will take an in-depth look at this key work, as well as the reconstructions of the lost faculty paintings and Klimt's studio. After the tour you can stay in the Leopold Museum as long as you like.

Belvedere: World-Class Art & Aristocratic Utopias Tour

9. Belvedere: World-Class Art & Aristocratic Utopias Tour

Spend 2.5 hours with a guide exploring one of the most significant buildings of the 18th century. The grandiose palace of the Upper Belvedere is a masterstroke of Baroque architecture, surrounded by formal gardens inspired by classical antiquity. The prince’s private apartments eloquently illustrate the taste of the owner and the artistic achievements of his time. In the Upper Belvedere, your guide will point out the Baroque elements of the Festive room, while in the Lower Belvedere, you’ll be able to admire the artistic features of the Marble Hall, the Marble Gallery, and the Gold Cabinet. Today the Belvedere Museum is home to a world-class collection of Austrian and international paintings from the Middle Ages to the present day, including important items from the Austrian National Gallery. The collection includes masterpieces by Jacques Louis David, Caspar David Friedrich, Auguste Rodin, Claude Monet, Giuseppe Segantini, and Vincent van Gogh. After the tour of the grounds and palaces, your guide will spend an hour pointing out the Art Museum’s highlights. These include David’s Napoleon on the Great St. Bernard Pass, Klimt's Judith, and Caspar David Friedrich’s Seashore in the Fog, among others.

Best of Vienna 1-Day Tour by Car with Schonbrunn Tickets

10. Best of Vienna 1-Day Tour by Car with Schonbrunn Tickets

Explore Vienna, the capital of Austria and the hub of culture and art for most of Europe during the Hapsburg Empire. Uncover an abundance of historical, cultural and architectural monuments. Embark on an exclusive tour of Vienna by car and see all the main attractions in one day.  During the 3-hour tour you see the essential sights of Vienna's Old Town from the comfort of a private, air conditioned vehicle. After being picked up from your accommodation, enjoy hassle-free sightseeing without ever worrying about getting tired feet.  Let your private guide show you Old Town highlights, starting with the magnificent city hall Rathaus, built using some 30 million bricks. The next stop on the list is the gorgeous 18th century St Peter’s Catholic Church, located in the beating heart of the Old Town.  Among the stunning townhouses and monuments, marvel at the sculpted Column of the Trinity. Spy one of the greatest Gothic cathedrals in the world , the St Stephen’s Cathedral, with its iconic Romanesque towers and spire. Dive along beautiful Viennese streets and see the world-famous State Opera, where composers such as Mozart, Beethoven and Chopin have performed. View the Albertina, a 19th century Habsburg palace, and the magnificent Hofburg Palace complex, which houses various museums and the Imperial Treasury.  Go on to admire the fabulous Palais Schwarzenberg and take a stroll through the Baroque-style garden of the 18th-century Belvedere. At the end of a fruitful tour be driven back to your accommodation.  Choose the 7-hour option to learn even more about Vienna and the Habsburg Empire. During the extended tour, visit St Peter’s Catholic Church (Peterskirche). Be amazed by its Baroque-style interior with its murals, paintings, and domed roof with lots of gilding.  With this option step inside St Stephen’s Cathedral to marvel at the stunning stained glass windows, soaring pillars, Baroque high altar, impressive vaulting, colorful tiled roof, and other treasures. Other highlights include driving through th Museums Quarter which features Baroque palaces containing various museums and seeing the Karlskirche, a 18th-century Habsburg domed cathedral with Baroque, Greek, and Roman elements. In addition, with the 7 and 8-hour option visit the top 1 attraction in Vienna, the Schonbrunn Palace with skip-the-line tickets. Explore the luxurious Rococo-style apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife Elisabeth. Learn about imperial life and take a stroll in the palace’s elegant gardens. With the 8-hour option, enjoy the Upper Belvedere Palace Place. 

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What people are saying about Belvedere Palace

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4.3 / 5

based on 4,675 reviews

The person that stood at the front entrance didn't know that we shouldn't wait the line and at first send us to the tickets, then to wait to the line until I explained him... and he finally open us the second entrance to go through.... we lost an hour for his ignorance. I believe that's something that the ticket services should look, it's very important.

Beautiful exhibition and building. Don't expect many Klimt paintings apart from "The Kiss" Because the works are scattered in various museums but it is still beautiful.

Great experience. It was totally worth the visit. I highly recommend you book your tickets online and plan your visit earlier than 12 pm.

All perfect. We entered the building with the app, everything ok. Fast and easy ticket purchase

Easy and clear. Beautiful facility with some great art.