We loved it when we visited the Museums Monet van Gogh etc Lower Belvedere too (2 blgs) down the hill We would visit again read more

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We entered through the gardens and immediately I was in awe. You must walk through here and admire the baroque fountains, statues and landscaping. We were there in November so the flowers weren't in bloom, but I am sure that in the summertime the colors are magnificent. The gardens are free to the public and have been since 1780. This was an absolutely beautiful palace and a truly unique experience. A UNESCO World Heritage site that's known for its Baroque Grandeur. We purchased tickets to both the upper and lower houses to view the extensive art collections. If you like Gustav Klimt, this is where you will be able to see his most famous work The Kiss as well as some of his other paintings. It also houses paintings from Monet, and Van Gogh a magnificent Rodin sculpture. read more

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FOUND GUSTAV KLIMT'S THE KISS!!!!!! The Kiss is one of my favorite paintings since childhood, so it's been on my travel bucket list to see it in person at Upper Belvedere. When I first found it, there was a HUGE crowd surrounding the painting. It was crazy. So many people were wanting to take pictures with it and of it. One person even held up their phone on their selfie stick, and a staff had to tell them to not use it. There was a group of girls taking photos of each other, and I asked them to help me take pictures, and I also helped them take a group photo. A few people also asked me to help them take pictures. I walked around Upper Belvedere for a bit, and eventually came back around 1:30pm, and to my surprise, the crowd was smaller, so I was ridiculously lucky I got photos with The Kiss right in front of it as opposed to to the side, and also got better shots of The Kiss. When I got hungry, I went downstairs to the (well-lit) basement outside the locker rooms and bathroom to snack and hide away from the crowds. In the Upper Belvedere gift shop, I bought The Kiss merch: a magnet, a cosmetic bag, and 2x coasters (one for me, one for my boyfriend's mom). Explored the rest of Upper Belvedere and enjoyed the art. Even though the palace is huge, the museum portion itself is surprisingly much smaller than it seems. I spent roughly 2.5 hours here. read more

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Vienna's Belvedere is a historic area consisting of two Baroque palaces, an orangerie, and palace stables set within a park. The Lower Belvedere was completed sometime around 1715, and the Upper Belvedere around 1723. The palaces passed through royal hands all the way to 1896, when Emperor Franz Joseph I decided that the Upper Belvedere would serve as the residence to the heir to the throne, his nephew Franz Ferdinand. The Lower Belvedere became a museum in 1903. The Upper Belvedere remained the residence of Franz Ferdinand until his assassination 1914, the outbreak of WWI, and the ensuing collapse of the Habsburg Monarchy in 1918, but it eventually transitioned into a museum also. The palaces were damaged in the Second World War, but the museums reopened in 1953. My friend and I visited Belvedere a few weeks ago when we were in Vienna on vacation. If you're interested in Austrian art or history, I recommend a visit to these two museums (Lower Belvedere and Upper Belvedere). The Lower Belvedere is smaller but plays host to interesting temporary exhibits. When we visited, they had an incredible exhibit: "Radical! Women Artists and Modernism 1910-1950." The Upper Belvedere is much larger and has an incredible permanent collection, with works by incredible Austrian artists (Max Kurzweil, Gustav Klimt, Koloman Moser, Egon Schiele, Richard Gerstl, Karl Mediz, Oskar Kokoschka, Lilly Steiner, Max Beckmann, and more). It's most famous for being the home of one of the most reproduced paintings of all time - Gustav Klimt's "The Kiss." The Belvedere sells individual tickets or combination tickets (for visiting both or all three of the Belvedere museums). (FYI: There's also a third Belvedere: Belvedere 21, a contemporary arts museum. We only visited the Upper and Lower Belvederes.) We did have to choose a timed entry slot for the Upper Belvedere, but not for the Lower. The museums are incredible, but I wish I'd understood how much larger the Upper Belvedere was and had given us more time to explore. I misunderstood the hours somehow (I thought it closed at 7, but it closed at 6), and we didn't have enough time to properly explore this excellent museum! I recommend the Belvedere museums to anyone who is interested in art, art history, palaces, architecture... they're gems among the attractions Vienna has to offer. read more

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Schloss Belvedere ist sehr schön!!! This was #1 on my list to visit when planning my trip to Vienna. Gustav Klimt is the marquee Austrian painter, and his painting "The Kiss" has been one of my favorites since I was a kid, so I was thrilled to have the chance to go see it in person. It was everything I'd hoped it'd be and more. The painting itself is huge, and beyond stunning, with actual reflective gold sections and just a marvel. All the museum-goers stood at a respectful distance so that everyone could enjoy it without blocks views which was so nice as well. I could have sat in that room half the day just enjoying that painting alone. But on top of that, I didn't realize how beautiful every part of the Belvedere Palace would be. They had a whole exhibition dedicated to Klimt's life, other pieces, and his mysterious passing. It was fascinating. There's lot of other exhibitions as well, 3 floors full. And outside there's a ginormous, scaling gardens that has the most exquisite view of the city. The admission to go inside Belvedere is so worth it to see all the art, but you are free to stroll the gardens- literally, it's free. Definitely a highlight experience during my trip, this is a must-see when in Vienna. read more

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While many of the major museums in Vienna are located within a 5-minute walk of the Hofburg complex, the Belvedere is an exception. It is still in the city, but it requires a 30-minute walk or a 10-minute tram ride to get there. We opted for the tram, which was convenient to use. The tickets you buy in the subway station can alternatively be used on the trams - you just have to self-validate them on the machines on-board. We arrived shortly before our timed entry. I bought the tickets online a few months in advance. We checked out the front gardens for a few minutes. There was a public restroom in a stand-alone building but it was closed. We queued up in the rear at the main entrance. You are let in after a ticket check, and are then asked to store any large backpacks in a locker area. You have to put in 2 Euros but it dispenses that back when you return (if you remember to extract the coin). I think they had restrooms on most floors but the larger ones are on the ground floor. There is also an information booth in the main lobby. We next proceeded to purchase audio guides from a desk a bit further in. They take cash or credit here, but don't be like the guy ahead of us who paid for his 5 Euro headphones with a 100 Euro note... The audio guide was worthwhile, as you could just put in a code for any artwork that had a number and which you were interested in learning about. The marquee room here is the one featuring Klimt's famous work - primarily The Kiss. I thought they had his Judith here too, but none of us saw it. Maybe it is on loan? This was on the middle floor, along with various 17th through 19th century works. Some were interesting. They also have the famous portrait (by J.L. David) of Napoleon on the rearing white horse. The top floor is modern stuff and was (to me) mostly uninteresting. The bottom floor featured a small exhibit of medieval art, including a huge wooden altar piece. We spent a total of about 2 hours here, which I thought was sufficient. While not on the level of the Louvre or the Van Gogh Museum, this is one of the stand-out attractions in Vienna if you are at all interested in art. read more

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Beautiful palace and museum complex right in downtown Vienna. Saw the Gustave Klimt exhibit which is fabulous. But tix online to skip any lines. The museum is very accessible and tickets are reasonable. The quality of the exhibits overall is first class. Vienna is well served by several world class museums. The research and restoration work going on here is unparalleled. Come to Vienna see the museums and one of the world's great art collections. Highly recommend. . read more

Really pretty to walk around. We didn't go inside to the Klimt exhibit, but the grounds themselves are like the home of British royalty. Perfectly-manicured hedges in shapes of all kinds. read more

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Home to some of the best art in the world! There are three museums to explore at the Belvedere Palace. For a historic institution, it has modern curation and something for everyone - from the casual art viewer to the lover of art history. Well worth a visit when in Vienna. read more

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What to do on a rainy day ?! Go to a museum and this was only one open on a Monday, as most are closed. But, this worked out perfectly, because this museum was on my list! The Belvedere buildings and grounds are grandeur and beautifully manicured. There are 3 areas of museum options- upper, lower, etc Make sure to buy tickets online as they are slightly cheaper and you must select a time slot. Once there, you can stay as long as you like. We bought tickets for the upper building. It housed 3 floors of beautiful art collections. You'll learn about the history of the Belvedere and all floors are well organized- the art was in chronological order with descriptions to read about each era and piece. The bottom floor housed early periods dating back to the 1200s with many beautiful religious items of Christianity, the middle floor housed all the famous pieces of Klimt and Schiele to name a few. The top floor housed modernism. We spent a few hours at this museum. So many interesting pieces! So much history. So many pics taken. Klimt's " The Kiss" resides here and many art lovers surrounding it. This museum was so worth it. I bought a couple of art books and a gorgeous brocade flower print pillow case of one of Klimt's paintings. The museum stores are fabulous for art souvenirs. read more

The Belvedere Palace in Vienna is an overwhelming masterpiece of Baroque architecture, set against the backdrop of huge and gorgeous gardens. This is a perfect example of 18th-century Baroque Vienna. The highlight of the Belvedere experience was undoubtedly Gustav Klimt's iconic painting, The Kiss, housed in the Upper Belvedere. The shimmering gold leaf was creative and unique. This is a wonderful museum with tons of art and beautiful gardens! read more

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Not a huge fan of palace visits I decided to knock one off my list by visiting the Belvedere. Expecting to view ornate furnishings in multiple State Rooms imagine my surprise when I learned the entire place is an art museum. I like art far more than Baroque palaces (though the setting and grounds of this one are gorgeous) and the Belvedere provides art in spades. When you purchase a ticket you'll be asked to specify your starting point: Upper Belvedere, Lower Belvedere, or Belvedere 21 and from there your journey will begin. The Upper Belvedere features the largest collection of works by Klimt, the reason many people start and end their visit seeing only the Upper Belvedere. When friends viewed "The Kiss", Klimt's most noted work, they could barely get anywhere near it given the crowds. Because I was busy actually enjoying the rest of Upper Belvedere I wound up viewing it at a time when the crowds had thinned. Timing is everything and if that's all you want to see in the Upper you're missing a very lot. Many will skip the Lower Belvedere but I found much art to enjoy there as well. The setting was intriguing, almost intimate, and getting there provides a wonderful excuse to walk the palace grounds. The Belvedere 21 is off the palace grounds, a few blocks away from Upper Belvedere, and ostensibly features contemporary art. When I visited my overall impression was that I was viewing uninteresting junk and that the entirety of Belvedere 21 cheapened the Belvedere experience by half. I'd actually not have any interest in ever returning to Belvedere 21. A full-service restaurant in the Upper Belvedere serves quite satisfying Viennese fare which will well sustain you on this full-day of art immersion that the Belvedere offers. read more

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A stunning place and museum that holds a huge range of art history for Austria and historical significance. Absolutely should be on your list to walk through and visit on a trip to Vienna. If you can carve out a whole day, the property is expansive and has different museums and gardens. It was the perfect way to warm up and enjoy on a cold winter day and probably even more stunning in the summer. Buy tickets online if possible to reserve a time in the museum! read more

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Beautiful palace! Nice clean grounds and gardens. Kind of minimalistic in a way but the downslope made it scenic.

The audio guides in Lower Belvedere are a complete rip-off. They cost €5. Audio is only available in German and English. And the worst part is that it's not a separate device, but a website you access via your mobile phone. Like I said: A COMPLETE RIP-OFF!!! read more

Klimt and cake! I knew the Belvedere was going to be our second stop after a sacher torte. We fueled up on cake and off we went, on our way to check out some Klimts. Is the Kiss my favorite of all his work? No, but was I going to make it one of the first things I do when in town. You bet! We rode a street car here from Sacher Café in full tourist mode ;) I bought us two tickets and in we went. We very much enjoyed many of the works here (I probably had at least 5 favorites, a few Klimt's, Monet's The Chef, and Hans Makart's five panel senses series). The views from upstairs out onto the lawn/garden are just magical in the late afternoon. We walked the gardens after we left and took it all in from outside. Stunning! A must visit in my opinion, especially if you haven't been before. read more

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The Belvedere, both the upper and lower were absolutely amazing. they have some amazing works of art in there. Even though my mother and I went during March, the walk from the upper to the lower was still great. It would be absolutely amazing in the Spring/Summer. I would definitely go back if I'm in Vienna again in the future. read more

What an amazing place to celebrate art! I would visit again as May time as I am in Vienna. Belvedere Palace is worth spending on for taking a tour. Highly recommended for tourists visiting Austria. read more

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Beautiful 18th century building with a surprisingly good art collection. We visited the Upper Belvedere museum on a Tuesday morning in June, and it was packed. Getting into the museum is pretty easy, but you can only visit during your assigned time slot. The museum occupies the former mansion of Prince Eugene of Savoy. There is about a paragraph in each room on the first floor explaining the function of the room when the prince lived there. None of the original furniture appears in the museum. Instead, the museum boasts a fine collection of Romanesque, Baroque, Impressionist, Secessionist, and Modernist art with work created by a number of notable names. We needed about 1 hour to see everything in the museum. Overall, I would recommend visiting the Upper Belvedere if you are a fan of architecture or painted art. read more

This was one of the main reasons we came into Vienna for the day. We spent a couple of hours walking through all of the art. Not only is the art collection fabulous but learning about the actual palace was fascinating. We visited at the tail-end of winter so the garden had not yet bloomed but I can imagine when in season, the grounds is gorgeous with lots of greenery. The range of art that is inside is amazing. I highly recommend visiting! We purchased tickets for the Upper Belvedere which from my understanding means the main palace. The main palace is where Klimt's "The Kiss" is located. We only bought tickets for the Upper Belvedere since we had limited time but I have heard that the Lower and Belvedere 21 are worth it as well. But just know that if you plan to visit the main palace to buy the Upper tickets. I am so glad we came here and it was one of our favorite things we did. read more

Enjoyed this stunning museum and beautiful art pieces. So many unique collections that one can spend a long time wondering around and staring at. read more

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Oh hey!!! I love you! That is all. I came here the day after four kings day: a very cold, very snowy January day. It was snow covered and almost empty. It's a stunning castle/ museum in one. The ground are meticulously kept. And a hard walk in 15-16 degrees snow. Gorgeous nonetheless. Very cold! Once inside, you can tour the museum full of art and gorgeous paintings. Best part was lunch after in the museum cafe. No cafe is casual in wein! Definitely not the food, the presentation or the taste. I had a amazing coffee ( naturally), wurst, potatoes and cake!! When in Vienna, eat cakes! And a lot of them. I gave myself 3 hours here but ended up spending half a day here. Also, it was very cold to walk around. But still! Definitely a memorable part here next to the Vienna opera house: which I loved! And of of course: that very famous, very popular Gustav Klimt's exhibit : The kiss" earned an extra star! A must visit! read more

Strictly art at the Upper Belvedere. I was hoping to catch some great "modern" early 20th century art, and architecture. But World War II bombing took its toll on the building and most of the rooms are simple galleries. There were four rooms that have been beautifully restored. Some of the main level rooms have sketches and descriptions of what the rooms were originally used for. Klimt was my biggest reason for my visit. And I was amazed. I had no idea of the changes in his style of work over the years. As I wandered I discovered other Austrian artists, and their struggles. I really recommend getting your ticket online ahead of time. On a rather cold December day I waited in line for about 30 minutes, then was given an entrance an hour and a half away. The place is big, but even with slotting the entry certain rooms get packed. There are lots of stairs. Elevator available, but not convenient. read more

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The Belvedere is an old castle converted to a mainly modern arts museum. Klimt's famous kiss painting is here. Focus is on 19th and 20th century paintings. There is a smaller collection of medieval art on the ground floor. Large rooms which makes it easier to view the art. 10 minutes walk to the U bahn station. Nice museum cafe with table service. read more

This museum has three locations that require different tickets. I only visited the Upper Belvedere that has a large collection of paintings by Gustav Klimt in the Permanent Collection. The architecture and interior decorations of the building are interesting to see, but the Klimt collection is the main reason for me to visit the museum. I went there on the afternoon of my last day in Viena after I debated whether to go to another museum in the very hot weather, but I was so happy that I went to the Upper Belvedere to see the fantastic Klimt paintings. Better still, the museum is air-conditioned, unlike most of the museums in Viena. This Kiss is, of course, the most famous, but there are many more that I think most people would enjoy. read more

Had no idea the original Gustav Klimt's are here. I only came just to see his pieces. Totally worth seeing them up close and in person. Museum is a little pricey, about 17 Euro but isn't crowded at all. So you'll get a chance to look at any piece here by yourself. read more

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The Belvedere is great. Two highlights for me were the excellent Klimt exhibition, which includes some unfinished paintings that I appreciated. They also have a Medieval Art section with an especially impressive 3-dimensional triptych of Crucifixion-related scenes -- the figures are garish and awful & the work is very intriguing. I hadn't seen anything like this before. There are also other works too, including landscapes around Vienna & Vienna woods, but the highlights for me were in the Medieval and Klimt exhibits. The palace is good to see as well. The gardens are all right, although nowhere near as impressive as Schonbrunn Palace gardens. The alpine garden, privy garden, orangerie, were all closed the day I was there. The cafe is okay -- it's in a nice setting, and the food is edible but not great, but there aren't many options right there. read more

Go here to see the paintings and not the courtyard. You can take pictures in here; no flash. Napoleon and The Kiss is here as well as other notable paintings that im not aware of. Not a lot of people so its very easy to take pictures read more

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Is there vodka at the Belvedere? Unfortunately, not. But, what you will find if you follow the crowd is Gustav Klimt's "The Kiss", which is worth every little nudge, push, and shove to view this spectacular, iconic, piece of art. You've probably seen this artwork before in print, but the prints don't do it justice. Upon a better view, you will see the woman's hair sparkle with gold. Nothing says Europe, unless you head to an art museum to view world-renowned artists. The grounds is also picturesque. I spent so much time here enjoying the sunshine and viewing the crowds. If you get a chance, I recommend! read more

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Belvedere is right on the edge of central Vienna, not far from the train station on tramline D. We arrived by train and took the D to our hotel so it was good to see where it was and got ourselves oriented right away. If you only have time to visit Belvedere or the Schonbrun this would probably be the better choice. Getting off at the Belvedere stop on the tram you'd start from the top building and walk down through the garden. The garden - which is beautiful with spectacular fountains is free but the museums, although quite costly, are definitely worth a visit. After exiting the park at the lower end be sure to head to Schwartzenbergplatz to check out the massive Soviet War Memorial (Heldendenkmal der Roten Armee) - also a sight not to be missed. read more

You know the reason you're eager to shell out the pricey 15 euros admission fee to visit the Belvedere: Gustav Klimt. His painting "The Kiss (Lovers)" from 1907 is arguably the most famous Austrian work of art and is part of this museum's permanent collection. It's worth seeing in person because no matter how many photos you've seen of this painting of two lovers embraced in a meadow of flowers, nothing will prepare you for studying the gold leaf accented bronze paint with your own two eyes. It's absolutely gorgeous. It's so popular that there's a faux version where you can line up to take photos in front of it. The Belvedere has a good collection of sculpture too so if that's your thing, you'll really like it here. You'll also find pieces by Manet, Renoir, and other Impressionist era works. Explanations of the artwork are in both German and English, making an audio guide unnecessary. The permanent collection of 19th and 20th century Austrian is housed high atop Vienna in the Belvedere Palace, the former home of Prince Eugene of Savoy. Take time to wander the grounds and soak in the sweeping views of the city below. If you're an art lover, you'll definitely want to make the trek to visit this museum. read more

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While enjoying a Viking River cruise starting in Budapest and ending in Regensburg, Germany, we loved visiting Vienna, Austria. My favorite excursion there was the Belvedere Art Museum. Belvedere features many fabulous paintings by Gustav Klimt. Klimt painted The Woman in Gold, which is the subject of a great movie with that name. We loved strolling the gorgeous grounds as well as the entire palatial museum. The Belvedere is a true gem. From the area where river cruise ships dock, it is a short walk to the subway station, which takes you to the town center, where one can get a taxi to the Belvedere. This museum should definitely be on your itinerary if you travel to Vienna! read more

The Upper Belvedere Museum is a beautiful place. Not only is the building a sight to behold but the grounds are magnificently maintained...as you would expect them to be. And unless you are driven blindfolded straight from the airport or train station, as most everyone knows, it is the home museum for Gustav Klimt. He of flowing smocks, lack of undergarments, and at least 14 children. No disrespect intended. He was who he was. With that said the works displayed by the museum are unequivocal masterpieces. To see "The Kiss" in person was a dream come true. If for some reason you don't like Klimt (something is wrong with you), the museum has many other impressive works in its collection. It is worth the visit either way. read more

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During a whirlwind 36 hours in Vienna, we ended up staying at a hotel a short walk from the Belvedere castle and grounds. And I hadn't visited it in previous trips. So it was pretty high on my want-to-see list. We didn't have a ton of time, and didn't want to spend a ton of money, so we opted to skip going inside the museum. But the greatest thing about many of Europe's castles (at least many that I have had the great fortune to visit) is that it often doesn't cost to walk around the grounds and gardens and explore the outside of them! The same applies to the Belvedere. So, in our last few hours before our train to Prague, we walked over to the Belvedere and walked all around the grounds, around the fountains and statues, and through Erwin Wurm's "Fat House" installation. It was absolutely exquisite. All of it. Beautiful and grand, the weather was perfect and I didn't want to leave. I only wish that we had had the time to go inside because I love museums. But we had to make the most of our short time in the city and see as much as we could. I guess that just means I will have to come back to Vienna again...oh shucks! (*sarcasm*! I mean...take me back right now please!) read more

I loved the Belvedere. We had a bit of trouble getting in Bc we walked along the far outer edge of the property for a while on the wrong side. And it was freezing but eventually we just hopped on a Big Bus Tour and were dropped off right in front. Unfortunately the Christmas Market out front was closed for some reason so we didn't get to see it. But we did walk the grounds and see the gorgeous property and fountains between the Upper and Lower Belvedere buildings before entering the Upper Belvedere museum. Of course I was excited to see the Klimt paintings but there were a lot of other things to see inside - sculptures and paintings from Rembrandt and others. The interior and architecture is also pretty. I really enjoyed this museum. I'd love to come back in the spring or summer and see it when the gardens are in bloom. It's a must see in Vienna. read more

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I wanted to wait and write this review until after I visited Schonbrunn, which was today. If you only have time to see one place, I would recommend Schonbrunn. Belvedere is a museum and venue for art, is housed in a Baroque style building, originally for the summer residence of Austrian Prince Eugene. The museum has the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings, so if you are a fan of Klimt, this is a must do while in Vienna. One of the great features that the museum offers is an App that you can download information for many of the paintings. We only visited the upper building, and it took us about 2 hours to go through everything at a cost of $15.80 Euros per person. I really enjoyed all the stories about each painting because it helps to really explain the "Story Behind the Painting". Photographs are allowed. Masks are enforced. I enjoyed our time at the Belvedere. This was a 4 experience for me. read more

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Gorgeous park like walk and the Klimts - wowza! You should not miss this Baroque showpiece palace - the building is magnificent, the interior stunning, and we even saw some more modern art in here. And yes, there is a very nice outdoor cafe on the premises, if you feel like taking a rest. Highly recommended. read more

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I originally wanted to visit Belvedere on the strength of the exhibited work of Gustav Klimt and the Lady in Gold Movie. That classic portrait was modeled so elegantly by Adele Bloch-Bauer. Upon entering, we chose the ticket that took us to the upper Palace area and the gardens in between. We also had a nice lunch while we were there. We loved the Klimpt work (including "The Kiss"), plus a number of other interesting works on various floors, plus of course the architecture. No photography is allowed, and the docents try their best (especially in the Klimt area) of trying to enforce it, even the smart phones. The other fascinating contrast is how the expansiveness of the Belvedere grounds contrasts with the urban density of the City just outside the gates. This palace is quite the cultural and spacial oasis. read more

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It's another royal place)). Very beautiful palace, garden, and museum. You can feel the whole atmosphere of that era of royalty. Again the is not concrete asphalt just gravel, so be nice to your shoes)) It has a vast verity of art collection. You need more time to explore everything read more

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I know this place is lovely in the spring, because going during this winter it was amazing! This palace was one of my main attractions on my Vienna list. I am so glad I came. I arrived around 9:30am and there was still a good amount of people already here. But like the website says peak hours at 11a-2p, and I definitely saw the difference. There was a little a Christmas market at the entry because of the winter season, which was nice to see. I bought my ticket online, so getting in was a breeze and the people that work here were friendly and helpful. There is a mandatory bag check for backpacks and large bags. You can take your camera with you, although there are certain piece you cannot take pictures of due to copyright. I should mention that they have an audio guide in different languages to explain most of the art pieces here, I personally didn't use it because I wanted the art to speak to me lol In the first building of the palace artwork was more traditional painting styles during the 1800s, with some pieces coming from the early 1900s. The second building of the palace had more modern art with an exhibit from a Bolivian artist which was very interesting. I spent so many hours here because there are so many pieces and things to learn about them. Also, so many nice photo opportunities! If you come to Vienna you have to make your way here, transportation was easy to navigate as well. read more

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