Private Tour
Private Belvedere Palace and Museum Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover Belvedere complex on a two-and-a-half-hour history tour with a scholar guide and familiarize yourself with an architectural masterpiece of a bygone aristocratic splendor. After the one-hour excursion to the grounds and palaces, your guide will give you an introductory hour-and-a-half tour to point out the Art Museum’s highlights.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your guide can help you purchase tickets at the beginning of your walk
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Jardines de Belvedere
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
Entrance fees
Transportation to/from attractions
Food and drinks
Options
Departure
Pickup included
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A magical afternoon in the footsteps of Prince Eugene and Maria Theresa!
ScottF19782015,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My 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.
Wonderful tour and guide !
naomib570,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Annelie 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 !
Belvedere made so special by a wonderful guide
Caroline H,,Apr 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00It'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.
Waste money
Kristy N,,Nov 27, 2023
- Review from Viator
1.00Out 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.
Belvedere Museum Private Tour with Katarina.
dogmommy13,,Oct 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katarina 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!
Fantastic Tour with Annelie
HayKay1,,Sep 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This 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.
The other Wolfgang from Vienna is pretty good too
David A,,Jun 18, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00My 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.
Great storyteller..fun not mundane
Josephine P,,Apr 27, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow! 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!!!
Highlight of Vienna!
ginnad2023,,Mar 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wolfgang was an amazing tour guide! This was our highlight of Vienna and he gave very personalized service.
Memorable time at the Belvedere…..
Roving722158,,Sep 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Suzanne 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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