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Belvedere Palace's opening hours | Best time to visit, tips, and more

Today

Open 09:00–18:00

Last Admission

17:00

Best time to visit the The Belvedere Palace

Weekday vs Weekend

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  • Weekdays see fewer tourists as compared to weekends. There are shorter wait times. You can access audio guides and explore the palace at your own pace.
  • Weekends tend to be comparatively more crowded than weekdays. Weekends offer full access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions in the Belvedere Palace, which may be restricted during some weekdays. You may have to wait in lines, however, they start to thin out quite fast. If you keep a few hours on hand, you can explore the exhibits comfortably, even during weekends. Regardless of the day of the week, there are fewer crowds early in the morning and around late afternoon.

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Peak season vs low season

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  • Peak season (March to June, September to October): The cooler spring and fall months are ideal for outdoor exploration. The 21 Museum also hosts several temporary exhibits around this time.
  • Shoulder season (July to August): The warmer summer months offer clear skies, however, you may find it hard to explore the palace premises in the heat. 
  • Low season (November to February): The harsh winter months typically see fewer crowds.

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Belvedere Palace holiday timings

Holiday Timings
  • Saturday, Dec 24th
    Upper Belvedere 10am to 2pm
    Lower Belvedere 10am to 2pm
    Belvedere 21 closed
  • Sunday, Dec 25th
    Upper Belvedere: 9am to 6pm
    Lower Belvedere: 10am to 6pm
    Belvedere 21: 11am to 6pm
  • Monday, Dec 26th
    Upper Belvedere: 9am to 6pm
    Lower Belvedere: 10am to 6pm
    Belvedere 21: 11am to 6pm
  • Saturday, Dec 31st
    Upper Belvedere: 9am to 6pm
    Lower Belvedere: 10am to 6pm
    Belvedere 21: 11am to 6pm

How long do you need to tour the Belvedere Palace?

Covering the entire Palace would take you at least 3 hours, excluding the time taken to walk through the temporary art exhibitions, which should be factored in separately.

  • Upper Belvedere Palace: The Upper Belvedere Palace would take you an hour to cover end-to-end, covering all the pieces by Klimt, Schiele, Funke, Messerschmidt, and van Gogh.
  • Lower Belvedere Palace: The Lower Palace would take a similar time to cover, close to an hour. 
  • Belvedere 21 Museum: Known for its post-war modernism architecture, the Belvedere 21 Museum, and the Sculpture Garden would take about an hour to cover.

Visitor tips

Rules & Guidelines - This is a Photograph of locker
  • Your tickets to the Belvedere are timed for particular windows in a day. You will have to enter only during that time slot. 
  • Bulky items such as umbrellas and backpacks are not allowed in the museum and need to be stored in the free locker facility. 
  • Outside food and beverages are not allowed in the museum. Campus cafes are available for purchasing refreshments. 
  • Pets, except guide dogs, are not allowed in the museum. 
  • You can avail of discounted parking for 6 hours at the BIP Garage at Palais Schwarzenberg and the BIP Garage Schwarzenbergplatz.
Visitor Tips
  • The Belvedere also has temporary exhibitions depending on the time of year you visit, do make sure to factor those in during your trip. 
  • The Palace is accessible by disabled people, with sensory-friendly resources for all programs, and wheelchair access.
  • Restrooms and gift shops are available at the museum and are wheelchair accessible.
  • The Palace provides charging stations for all-electric vehicles, including bikes and cars. 
  • Multilingual audio guides are available for the upper and lower Belvederes. 
  • Non-commercial photography is permitted, however, you will need special permission for commercial photography within the museum. 
  • Weekends, public holidays and the vacation period get crowded, and it is advisable to book your tickets online before visiting. 

Frequently asked questions about Belvedere Palace opening hours

The Upper Belvedere Palace is open from 9am to 6pm and the Lower Belvedere Palace is open from 10am to 6pm throughout the week. The Belvedere 21 Museum is open from 11am to 6pm from Tuesday to Sunday. On Thursday, the 21 Museum remains open until 9pm.

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