Belveder
The Belveder Castle complex is a beautiful complex of two Baroque palaces, stables, orangery and extensive gardens.
Belveder in Vienna was built as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy, one of the most important military leaders in modern European history and generalissimo of the Austrian Habsburg armies.
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Upper and Lower Belveder
The complex is dominated by two beautiful Baroque palaces at the lower and upper ends of the complex. Both palaces were designed by architect Johann Lukas von Hildebrnadt.
The Lower Belveder is a smaller and less ornate palace, but it is the oldest. It was begun in 1712 as the original summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy and completed in 1717. Until the prince's death, Lower Belveder served as his main summer residence, and today it is home to the Museum of Baroque Art.
The Upper Belvedere is one of the main attractions of the complex. The richly decorated Baroque castle, with ornate reliefs on the facade and beautiful rooms full of luxury, was completed in 1723 and was intended to serve exclusively for representative purposes.
Today, part of the upper castle belongs to the Austrian Belvedere Gallery.
Gardens
The dominant feature of the grounds is the castle garden, which is more than 500 metres long and slopes gently from the upper to the lower Belvedere. The precision of the French-style landscaping is breathtaking. The beds in geometrically precise patterns are complemented by cascading staircases flanked by many sculptures, decorative stone formations and ponds.
Just below the upper Belvedere, you can admire a breathtaking cascading fountain.
Entrance fees and opening hours
Open daily from 9:00-19:00, the upper Belvedere from 10:00-18:00.
Tickets are always cheaper when purchased online at the official website belvedere.at.
| Adults | Students under 26 years old Seniors over 65 |
Vienna City Card | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entire complex | 28,30 eur | 23,80 eur | 25,80 eur |
| Upper Belvedere (gallery) | 18,60 eur | 15,10 eur | 17,10 eur |
| Lower Belveder | 15,60 eur | 11,90 eur | 14,10 eur |
Children under 19 years of age are admitted free of charge. Prices above are quoted when purchased online. Tickets are approximately € 1.50 more expensive on site.
Accommodation nearby
The area around Belveder Castle is very suitable for accommodation.
The nicely landscaped and relatively quiet district lies halfway between the city centre and Vienna Central Station. What are the best hotels near Belveder?
Location and transport
The Belvedere's grounds lie between the southern part of the historic centre and the main railway station. It is easily accessible on foot and by public transport:
- Tram - stop Schloss Belvedere approx. 30 metres from the Upper Belvedere (line D) or Unteres Belvedere approx. 50 metres from the Lower Belvedere (line 71)
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Any questions left?
If you have any questions or comments about the article...
Hello, I would like to visit the Belveder museum where there are paintings by Gustav Klimt but I can't find anywhere where it is located, everywhere there is only information about the upper and lower Belveder but where is the museum. So is the museum in one of these palaces ?
Thank you in advance for your answer.
Vacková Johana
Hello, the gallery is part of the Upper Belvedere.