Belvedere Palace: Skip the Line

Lush landscaped gardens dotted with spectacular buildings, inside of which sit stunning artistic masterpieces; the Belvedere is a Russian nesting doll of priceless beauty. With works including Gustav Klimt's , as well as frescoed ceilings and manicured gardens dotted with sculptures, there's every reason to visit the Belvedere. See art, landscaping, and beautiful architecture, from the time when the Habsburgs made Vienna the center of Europe.Both Belvedere palaces (because, sometimes, one palace just isn't enough) are filled with art and spectacular beauty. Highlights are the collection of masterpieces from the Middle Ages and Baroque eras. The collection of 19th and 20th-century art includes Impressionist works from Monet, Van Gogh and the world's largest collection of Austria's own Gustav Klimt (including his famous ). And don't miss Carlone Hall, so named for the artist who created the ceiling fresco. Highlights include the spectacular two-story Marble Hall, with oval-shaped plaster medallions depicting the god Apollo. The Marble Gallery hosts ancient and Baroque sculptures. And the Grotesque Hall features some paintings that are grotesque (in a good way).Come for the world-class art collection, but make sure to leave enough time to wander the halls and luscious gardens. Permanent collection and special exhibitions. Marble Hall, Orangerie, stables, and private garden. Instead of seeing one of the exhibitions, visitors can opt to see the nearby 21er Haus (Museum of Contemporary Art) - an offer available only at Tiqets! Permanent collection and Marble Hall Special exhibitions, Orangerie, stables, and the Kammergarten, Prince Eugene's private garden