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Belvedere Complex Tour: Explore Aristocratic Splendor
4.6
14 Ratings
Wien
Embark on a two and a half hour historical journey at the Belvedere complex with a knowledgeable guide, and acquaint yourself with this architectural marvel from an era of regal grandeur. After a one-hour stroll through the palaces and gardens, your guide will provide a one and a half hour primer tour, spotlighting the highlights of the Art Museum.
Embark on a two and a half hour historical journey at the Belvedere complex with a knowledgeable guide, and acquaint yourself with this architectural marvel from an era of regal grandeur. After a one-hour stroll through the palaces and gardens, your guide will provide a one and a half hour primer tour, spotlighting the highlights of the Art Museum.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Belvedere Schlossgarten - The Belvedere complex is an architectural masterpiece of a bygone aristocratic splendor designed to project a sense of earthly harmony. This terrestrial utopia was founded in the first decades of the 18th c. as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy, the commander-in-chief of the Austrian army and one of the most…
- Belvedere Schlossgarten - The Belvedere complex is an architectural masterpiece of a bygone aristocratic splendor designed to project a sense of earthly harmony. This terrestrial utopia was founded in the first decades of the 18th c. as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy, the commander-in-chief of the Austrian army and one of the most successful military commanders in modern European history. Among the most significant buildings of the 18th c., the grandiose palace of the Upper Belvedere is a masterstroke of Baroque architecture while the surrounding formal gardens were inspired by classical antiquity.
- Belvedere Museum - Belvedere became one of the first public museums in the world with the intention to make the Habsburgs’ imperial collection accessible to the general public. Today the Belvedere Museum exhibits a world-class compilation of Austrian and international painting from the Middle Ages to the present day, including precious items of the Austrian National Gallery: masterpieces by including some of Gustav Klimt’s most acclaimed paintings: works from his golden period: “The Kiss,” “Judith,” landscapes from the Attersee series and sophisticated portraits of high society ladies.
What's Included
- Two-and-a-half-hour private walk
- Professional art historian guide
- Two-and-a-half-hour private walk
- Professional art historian guide
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
- Your guide can help you purchase tickets at the beginning of your walk
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Your guide can help you purchase tickets at the beginning of your walk
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
Location
Belvedere Palace
Prinz-Eugen-Straße
DIRECTIONS:
Please meet your guide at the entrance of the ticket office of the Upper Belvedere Palace. This is not the same entrance to the Palace, but the entrance as soon as you come in to the garden from Prinz Eugen Street on the right.
The entrance fee to the Belvedere Palace is NOT included in our tour price but your guide will help you purchase the tickets.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(14 Ratings)
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Scottf19782015
Jan 1, 2026
A magical afternoon in the footsteps of Prince Eugene and Maria Theresa! - My wife and I could not have asked for a more thoughtful and illuminating tour of the Upper Belvedere than the one given to us by Ilse, whose warmth and friendliness are matched by her impressive knowledge of Austrian and art history. From one room to the next and one epoch to another, she made the Belvedere's architectural and artistic riches to life in a way that made us feel as if we were literally traveling through time. There is much more to see at the Belvedere than just Gustav Klimt's duly famous painting, "The Kiss," and Ilse is the perfect guide through which to discover them.
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Naomib570
Oct 12, 2025
Wonderful tour and guide ! - Annelie customized the tour to our interests. She was very knowledgable and had great insights. She kept us fascinated with intriguing back stories to everything we saw !
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Caroline_h
Apr 10, 2024
Belvedere made so special by a wonderful guide - It's hard to say what was most memorable. At every turn, there is history and beauty. Yes, you get to see the amazing Klimt collection and it is wonderful. What made it most special was our guide. She was outstanding! Brilliant at curating our time at Belvedere Palace. The tour gave us new insights and perspectives. We talked about it so much afterwards.
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Dogmommy13
Oct 18, 2023
Belvedere Museum Private Tour with Katarina. - Katarina was absolutely one of the best your guides we have ever had. She met us at our hotel and we decided to walk to the Belvedere and gave us a fantastic history lesson along the way. Her knowledge is extensive and it was also demonstrated as we toured the museum and artwork. Of course Klimt’s The Kiss was a highlight, but there is so much to see. Katarina was enthusiastic, personable, and we were thrilled at the end of our your. Do not miss this tour!
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Haykay1
Sep 13, 2023
Fantastic Tour with Annelie - This private tour was all I could ask for. Annelie was fluent in both English and French so we elected for the tour in French which was easier for my partner. Annelie was really good at explaining the diverse influences (Rodin, Munch Van Gogh among other artists as well as Klimt's own previous decorative work that shaped Klimt into becoming an agent of change incorporating powerful human emotions and desires. Women became more powerful in their sexuality, reflecting the bohemian nature of Klimt's Viennese environment. We saw how Klimt's landscapes followed those of Van Gogh and Monet in a more structured way, Annelie not only explained the art but brought it to life so that you didn't just observe the changes but felt them. We then left the Upper Palace and strolled through the gardens accompanied by some inspirational music from her phone. What I really appreciated about Annelie was her passion for art in all its forms including music, as a living, breathing thing that continues to evolve. A great tour with a great guide.
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Josephine_p
Apr 27, 2023
Great storyteller..fun not mundane - Wow! Is an understatement of the knowledge our tour guide Ute provided us on our tour! She cane with a binder of photos explaining the history of every painting we saw and made it as enjoyable as possible. The time went by so quickly because she is a great storyteller! Highly recommend Ute so ask For her! You will not be disappointed!!!
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Ginnad2023
Mar 18, 2023
Highlight of Vienna! - Wolfgang was an amazing tour guide! This was our highlight of Vienna and he gave very personalized service.
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Roving722158
Sep 14, 2022
Memorable time at the Belvedere….. - Suzanne from the start arranged our trip to the Belvedere to suit our needs and desires. She was not only very knowledgeable concerning the Belvedere and art in general, but so friendly and easy to talk with…like a family member. Definitely ….very enjoyable and memorable!
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David_a
Jun 18, 2023
The other Wolfgang from Vienna is pretty good too - My wife and I were impressed with Wolfgang's knowledge. He was good at answering questions and explaining how the events and places were related. I didn't understand how Prince Eugene of Savoy fit into the monarchy and now I do. Wolfgang came with pictures of how the landscape used to be. He also helped us navigate the upper palace with a wheelchair.
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Kristy_n
Nov 27, 2023
Waste money - Out guide was changed on that day due to an emergency. 2.5 hour private tour took only 1 hour. We could use tram but guide told us it's far so, had to use taxi which was wrong. We were 5 people so, had to use 2 taxis and ended up about 36 euros instead of 3 euros for tram. I highly recommend go by yourself. No guide needed. Easy to get there and get a ticket. Totally wasted money.
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