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Upper Belvedere

ArchitectureArtHistoryOpen until 6pmFrom €23Schloss Belvedere (Tram D)

Designed by Johann Lucas von Hildebrandt and completed in 1723 as the ceremonial summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy, the Upper Belvedere looks down over Baroque gardens towards the Lower Belvedere. Today it houses the Belvedere's collection display "Picture this!", running from Cranach to Maria Lassnig, with Gustav Klimt's The Kiss, works by Egon Schiele and Franz Xaver Messerschmidt's Character Heads among its highlights. The palace's Carlone Hall hosts changing contemporary installations.

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Getting there

Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna, Austria

Nearest station: Schloss Belvedere (Tram D), Quartier Belvedere (S-Bahn, Tram 18), Südtiroler Platz / Hauptbahnhof (U1)

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Hours

Mon09:00–18:00
Tue09:00–18:00
Wed09:00–18:00
Thu09:00–18:00
FriToday09:00–18:00
Sat09:00–18:00
Sun09:00–18:00

Admission

From €23

Seniors 65+ and students under 26 €19; under 19s free; timed-slot ticket required

Nearby

Lower Belvedere

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Belvedere 21

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Wien Museum

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Albertina Modern

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Visitor Information

How much does Upper Belvedere cost?
Standard adult admission to Upper Belvedere is €23. Seniors 65+ and students under 26 €19; under 19s free; timed-slot ticket required. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Upper Belvedere?
Upper Belvedere is open Daily 9am–6pm. Entry by timed-slot ticket.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Upper Belvedere?
Upper Belvedere is located at Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna, Austria, in the Landstraße area of Vienna. The nearest stations are Schloss Belvedere (Tram D), Quartier Belvedere (S-Bahn, Tram 18), Südtiroler Platz / Hauptbahnhof (U1).
What can I see at Upper Belvedere?
Prince Eugene's Baroque hilltop palace, home to Klimt's The Kiss and eight centuries of Austrian art. Current highlights include CARLONE CONTEMPORARY: Asta Gröting. Things, Picture this! The Belvedere Collection from Cranach to Lassnig, The Kiss by Gustav Klimt.
Do I need to book Upper Belvedere in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Upper Belvedere?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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