Lower Belvedere Palace Direct Entry Tickets

Explore Baroque brilliance and medieval treasures at the Lower Belvedere.

Getting started

Enter through the main gates of the Lower Belvedere Palace. Your ticket grants direct access—just present it at the entrance to begin your visit.

What to expect

The Lower Belvedere is part of a UNESCO-listed palace complex that showcases one of the world's finest Baroque architectural ensembles. Once Prince Eugene of Savoy’s residence, the palace today is a celebration of art, history, and ornate design.

Features

• The Marble Gallery: Admire the dramatic stucco war trophies that celebrate Prince Eugene’s military victories.

• The Hall of Grotesques: See whimsical grotesque paintings on ceilings and walls, preserved in their original 18th-century form.

• The Gold Cabinet: Step into a room lined with golden walls, oversized mirrors, and intricate ornamentation, untouched since 1765.

• The Palace Stables: A haven for art lovers, this gallery showcases rare pieces from the Belvedere’s prized Medieval Collection.

Lower Belvedere Palace Direct Entry Tickets

Discover the Lower Belvedere Palace on this sightseeing tour that includes direct entry tickets, allowing you to skip long lines and explore the Baroque residential building originally constructed for Prince Eugene of Savoy between 1714 and 1723. The palace covers an area of approximately 50,000 square feet and is renowned for its staterooms that showcase the opulence and craftsmanship of the late Baroque period. You will visit the Hall of Grotesques, a room adorned with intricate ceiling frescoes from around 1723; the Gold Cabinet, featuring gilded woodwork and furniture dating back to 1725; and the Marble Gallery, an impressive hallway lined with marble columns and statues. The tour lasts approximately two hours, during which you will see over thirty rooms filled with art and historical artifacts. This guided experience is available in multiple languages including English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and Russian, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of international visitors.

Explore the Lower Belvedere Palace

Your tour stops at the Lower Belvedere Palace where you can immerse yourself in its rich history and architecture. Originally built as a residential palace between 1714 and 1723 for Prince Eugene of Savoy, it covers an area of approximately 50,000 square feet. The palace is famous for its staterooms that illustrate the Baroque lifestyle with detailed craftsmanship from this period. Key features include the Hall of Grotesques, which showcases ceiling frescoes created around 1723; the Gold Cabinet, featuring gilded woodwork and furniture from 1725; and the Marble Gallery, a hallway lined with marble columns dating back to its construction. Visitors spend about an hour exploring these rooms, learning about Prince Eugene’s life and the cultural significance of the Baroque era in Vienna. Unlike other historic sites that focus solely on art collections, the Lower Belvedere offers a unique blend of architecture and historical context, making it essential for anyone interested in European history and culture.

Tour Highlights

• Explore the Lower Belvedere building originally built as a residential palace
• Direct entry tickets with no waiting time at the ticket counter/box office
• Visit the Hall of Grotesques featuring ceiling frescoes from 1723
• Marvel at the Gold Cabinet with gilded woodwork and furniture from 1725
• Tour the Marble Gallery lined with marble columns dating back to its construction in 1723
• Audio guide available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Russian
• Skip-the-line convenience for a more efficient visit

Perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, and culture seekers, this guided tour provides an immersive experience through direct entry tickets. The two-hour format allows you to explore the Baroque residential palace, marvel at the Hall of Grotesques with its ceiling frescoes from 1723, appreciate the Gold Cabinet’s gilded woodwork and furniture from 1725, and admire the Marble Gallery’s marble columns dating back to its construction in 1723. This tour offers a unique glimpse into Prince Eugene's opulent lifestyle while enjoying Vienna's cultural landmarks.