Private Tour of Belvedere Palace with Transfers

Experience Austria’s most beloved art palace—the home of Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss and centuries of European masterpieces—in comfort and style. 

This article covers all tour options, what you’ll see, and why this private experience is perfect for travelers seeking both depth and convenience.

Plan a luxurious, hassle-free visit to Vienna’s grand Belvedere Palace with this private tour that includes hotel transfers.

Belvedere Palace welcomes thousands daily, so booking your tickets in advance is a smart move. The Upper Belvedere ticket includes Klimt’s The Kiss, while the Lower Belvedere ticket grants access to temporary exhibitions. Modern art lovers, book Belvedere 21. Want a more personal experience? Join a Private tour.

Highlights of the Private Tour

• Walk through the Upper Belvedere, home to one of Austria’s finest art collections, spanning from the Middle Ages to Modernism.
  
• Admire Gustav Klimt’s world-famous painting The Kiss alongside masterpieces by Egon Schiele, Claude Monet, Van Gogh, Auguste Rodin, and others.
  
• If you select the 3.5-hour or 4.5-hour option, explore the Lower Belvedere, the former residential palace of Prince Eugene.
  
• Visit the Grotesque Hall, Orangery, and Palace Stables, which display medieval armor and rotating exhibitions.
  
• Stroll through the stunning Baroque Gardens, perfect for relaxing and taking photos (included in longer tours).
  

Ticket Prices and Inclusions of Private Tour 

Key Details of the Private Tour

• Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
  
• Option to reserve now and pay later for flexible planning.
  
• This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments.
  
• Skip-the-line applies only to ticket purchase lines, not security checks or palace entrance lines.
  
• Pets, umbrellas, luggage, and large bags are not allowed inside the palace.

What Each Private Tour Type Offers

2-Hour Group Tour of Upper Belvedere

This is the most affordable way to explore Upper Belvedere Palace in a small group setting.

• You will join a group of up to 24 people for a guided tour of Upper Belvedere Palace.
  
• A licensed guide will conduct the tour in one selected language only.
  
• The tour includes a walk through the palace’s permanent art collection and gardens.
  
• You must meet your group at Prinz-Eugen-Straße 56, 1040 Wien, the palace’s entrance. Get directions
  
• The tour begins at 11.25 am and lasts for two hours.
  
• You can cancel before 24 hours for a full refund.

Tour price: €50

2-Hour Private Tour of Upper Belvedere 

This tour is ideal if you want a personal, in-depth experience of Upper Belvedere.

• You will enjoy a private, two-hour guided tour of the Upper Belvedere Palace.
  
• A licensed private guide will walk you through the palace and provide commentary tailored to your interests.
  
• The guide will speak in your chosen language, which can be English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, or Russian.
  
• The tour focuses on the art collection, including Klimt’s The Kiss and masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Rodin.
  
• The palace gardens are also included in this tour.
  
• You must meet the guide at Prinz-Eugen-Straße 56, 1040 Wien, the official entrance to the palace. Get Directions

Tour price: €397

3-Hour Private Tour of Upper Belvedere with Transfer 

This option is perfect if you want a private tour and don’t want to worry about transportation.

• A private, air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in Vienna and drop you back after the tour.
  
• You will enjoy a two-hour private tour of Upper Belvedere Palace with a licensed guide.
  
• Your private guide will speak the language selected at booking and customize the tour to your preferences.
  
• The tour includes highlights of the art collection as well as a visit to the palace gardens.
  
• The round-trip transfer takes approximately one hour in total, depending on traffic and distance.
  
• The tour is available for individuals or groups, and larger vehicles are used if needed.

Tour price: €625

3.5-Hour Private Tour of Upper & Lower Belvedere 

This is the best choice if you want to explore the entire Belvedere Palace complex on foot.

• You will be guided through both Upper and Lower Belvedere Palaces by a licensed private guide.
  
• Your guide will offer commentary in the language of your choice.
  
• The Upper Belvedere section features the main art collection, including famous paintings by Klimt and other European masters.
  
• The Lower Belvedere showcases architecture, baroque interiors, medieval artifacts, and temporary exhibitions.
  
• The tour includes a walk through the formal Baroque Gardens, connecting the two palaces.
  
• You will meet your guide at Prinz-Eugen-Straße 56, 1040 Wien, to begin the tour. Get Directions

Tour price: €592

4.5-Hour Private Tour of Upper & Lower Belvedere with Transfer

This is the most complete and convenient way to explore the Belvedere complex in full comfort.

• A private driver will pick you up from your accommodation and drop you off after the tour.
  
• You will receive a full 3.5-hour private tour of both Upper and Lower Belvedere Palaces.
  
• A licensed guide will walk you through the art, history, and architecture of both palaces in the language you choose.
  
• You will explore the Baroque Gardens, which lie between the two palaces and offer excellent views.
  
• Transportation is provided in a clean, air-conditioned private car or van, depending on group size.
  
• The round-trip transfer takes about one hour, depending on traffic.

Tour price: €835

Why Choose the Private Tour with Transfers

• Enjoy a smooth, immersive experience with private hotel pickup and drop-off.
  
• Skip long ticket lines and avoid crowds with reserved, skip-the-line access.
  
• This private tour includes everything—tickets, service, guiding, transfers, and taxes—making it a worry-free tour.
  
• Explore Belvedere Palace with an expert guide speaking your preferred language.