Belvedere Palace 2.5-Hour Small-Group History Tour in Vienna | La Vacanza Travel

Belvedere Palace 2.5-Hour Small-Group History Tour in Vienna

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Destination: Austria, Wien, Vienna
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Vienna
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover the 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.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Belvedere Schlossgarten, Prinz-Eugen-Strasse 27, Vienna 1030 Austria

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.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Belvedere Museum, Prinz-Eugen-Strasse 27, Vienna 1030 Austria

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.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • Professional art historian guide

Exclusions
  • Additional fees: Upper Belvedere: Individual: €15, students & seniors €12.50 If you wish to visit the Lower Belvedere's temporary exhibition after your tour ends, you'll want to purchase a combined ticket to both Upper and Lower Belvedere. Upper & Lower Belvedere and Orangery: Individual: €22, students & seniors €19
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • A maximum of 6 people per tour
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Your guide can help you purchase tickets at the beginning of your walk
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Belvedere Palace, Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Wien, Austria


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes


User's Reviews

neil_c

23 Mar, 2024

We had a truly wonderful experience with Katarina , a very thorough tour of the grounds and museum. Her command of Austrian history and art were remarkable. We did not feel rushed or stressed like we have on some tours . This was an incredibly worthwhile and educational experience. HIGHLY recommend!!!!

gorilbrita

10 Dec, 2023

A little hick-up on the day, diligently and swiftly sorted out by Bonita from Insightcities, with a small re-scheduling of start time. Katarina, our super knowledgeable, specialised, local guide gave us a fact- and fun- filled generous 2 1/2 hours at this stunning venue. As an extra treat, 'Judith' by Gustav Klimt was actually in the house ! ( This painting is on tour a lot ) This experience is a magnificent treat for all art and history lovers.

Edward_l

23 Sep, 2023

Our guide Stephen was a delight. He explained everything as it relates to the identity of Austria. From the walk through the gardens and through the artwork. Stephen is extremely knowledgeable and the time flew by. We highly recommend this tour!

Mary_W

13 Sep, 2023

Excellent tour. Katerina our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very happy to share. She explained a lot of European history in addition to the art information. Would recommend highly.

mfrusteri

12 Sep, 2023

We had an incredible experience with this tour. Annelie was knowledgeable and very engaging in both history and art. The group was small only 3 couples so it was perfect. I really can’t express how much we enjoyed it so much information and context for what you are seeing. Again our guide Annelie could not have been better!

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High Quality Guiding in a beautiful setting.

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Fascinating History, incredible place.

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Awesome personal tour

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Enchanting! Must see

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Fans of Gustavklimt

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