The Belvedere’s two magnificent palaces, the Upper (Oberes) and Lower (Unteres) Belvedere, were built by Baroque architect Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt, in the 18th century as the summer residence for the important general Prince Eugene of Savoy (1663-1736).
The palaces with their extensive gardens are considered to be one of the world’s finest Baroque landmarks.
Momentous events have taken place in the Upper Belvedere’s Marble Hall and from here there are views of Vienna.
The Upper Belvedere houses a collection of Austrian art dating from the middle Ages to the present day. It holds the world's largest Gustav Klimt collection. There are also works by Monet, Van Gogh, Renoir, among others.
The lower Belvedere includes Prince Eugene's living quarters and staterooms
Opening Hours
10 am to 6 pm
Prices
Belvedere ticket: 12.50 Euro
(Includes: Upper Belvedere, Lower Belvedere, Orangery, Palace Stables, Atelier Augarten,Privy Garden)
Upper Belvedere only : 9.50 Euro
Lower Belvedere : 7.50 Euro
(Includes: Palace, Orangery, Palace Stables, Privy Garden)
Discounts for children, families, Senior citizens etc.
Guided Tours
Tour ticket (30 min) 3 Euro
Tour ticket (60 min) 4 Euro
Information
In the 3rd district, south-east of the city centre.
Tel: + 43 (01) 79 557 0
Email: info@belvedere.at
How to Get There
U-Bahn U1 Südtirolerplatz
Tram Tram 71 to stop Unteres Belvedere
or Tram 18, 0, to stop Südbahnhof
External Links
Belvedere Official Web Site
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