The Belvedere Palace in Vienna does not have its own dedicated parking lot for visitors. Instead, various parking options exist in the vicinity of the complex that allow access to the galleries and gardens via a short walk.
Several underground garages and paid parking lots are located a short distance from the Belvedere Palace. The following table summarizes the most recommended options based on their location and current rates:
| Parking | Address | Approximate Rate |
|---|---|---|
| P+R Erdberg | Franzosengraben 2, 1030 Wien | €4.60 / day |
| Main Station Garage (Hauptbahnhof) | Gerhard-Bronner-Straße, 1100 Wien | €4.50 / hour |
| Garage Schwarzenbergplatz | Rennweg 5-9, 1030 Wien | €4.90 / hour |
| Garage Palais Schwarzenberg | Prinz Eugen-Straße 9, 1030 Wien | €4.90 / hour |
Although a person may try to park on the street, this option is neither free nor recommended. In Vienna, most districts (including Districts 3 and 4 surrounding the palace) are short-term parking zones (Kurzparkzone). These zones limit the maximum stay, generally to 2 hours, and require the use of prepaid tickets (Parkschein).
Additionally, numerous spaces remain reserved exclusively for residents and face strict monitoring. As one Facebook user indicates: “To be honest, it is difficult to find public parking spaces.”
A common strategy to save money comes from another recommendation by a Facebook user: “Let it outside of Vienna if you want not expensive.” This suggestion involves parking the vehicle in the peripheral areas of the city or in neighboring towns to avoid the expensive central rates. This method allows travelers to connect conveniently with the Belvedere Palace by using the S-Bahn suburban train network or the subway lines.
The Belvedere Palace complex mainly divides into three cultural and museum areas: Upper Belvedere, Lower Belvedere, and Belvedere 21. Visitors can reach it by different means of transport:
Access for people with reduced mobility is regulated to ensure proximity to the main museum entrances. The Belvedere Palace has parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities located near the entrance at Arsenalstraße 1, in the Belvedere 21 area.
To use these reserved spaces, visitors should arrive with sufficient time as availability is limited. Once there, the visitor must show their disability card. If the visitor does not find a free space, the recommendation is to ask at the museum entrance about available spaces in nearby areas. Likewise, the person can contact the Belvedere Palace before their visit to check for space availability.
Furthermore, commercial garages in the area, such as the Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) and the Garage Schwarzenbergplatz, provide reserved spaces with adapted dimensions and elevator access to the surface.
Vienna regulations offer significant benefits for holders of official credentials. According to one Facebook user’s experience: “We use the official Austrian disability parking tag (A6 size and laminated) and we can park in any public parking space, at any time and for free, with the tag in the front window on the driver’s side.” This rule allows unlimited parking in short-term zones (Kurzparkzonen) without the need to pay for a municipal ticket.
| Disability Parking Option | Address | Rate Details |
|---|---|---|
| Official Belvedere Space | Arsenalstraße 1, 1030 Wien | Free (with accreditation) |
| Main Station Garage (Hauptbahnhof) | Gerhard-Bronner-Straße, 1100 Wien | €4.50 / hour |
| Garage Schwarzenbergplatz | Rennweg 5-9, 1030 Wien | €4.90 / hour |
| Public Street (Any signposted zone) | Surrounding streets | Free (with official tag) |
The official address of the Belvedere Palace is Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna, Austria. However, due to the large size of the gardens and the separation of the buildings, different access points exist depending on the specific destination.
To visit the Upper Belvedere, the main entrance is at Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Wien. The Lower Belvedere has its main access at Rennweg 6, 1030 Wien, located at the bottom of the Baroque gardens. Finally, the contemporary art museum Belvedere 21 is located at Arsenalstraße 1, 1030 Wien. The gardens are accessible from both main palace entrances during opening hours.
| Place | Exact Address |
|---|---|
| Upper Belvedere | Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Wien |
| Lower Belvedere | Rennweg 6, 1030 Wien |
| Belvedere 21 | Arsenalstraße 1, 1030 Wien |
No free parking exists within the Belvedere Palace facilities for the general public. The entire surrounding area of District 3 in Vienna is classified as a paid regulated parking zone. The only exception for parking at no cost is holding a European parking card for people with reduced mobility, which allows parking on public streets for free and without time limits (in signposted spaces).
Yes, a person can park on the street, but parking is subject to strict regulations that affect all non-resident drivers. In the areas near the Belvedere, parking requires mandatory payment for any visitor between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM from Monday to Friday. It is essential to display a Parkschein (parking ticket). Additionally, visitors must avoid spaces marked exclusively for residents (Anwohnerparken), where parking is prohibited even with a ticket. Due to these restrictions and high demand in District 3, finding a free spot can be extremely difficult.
Reaching the Belvedere by public transport is the simplest and most recommended option. The Vienna transport system connects the palace through multiple tram lines (D, 71, O), the subway (U1), and suburban trains (S-Bahn at Rennweg or Quartier Belvedere stations). The frequency of service is high, generally every 3 to 5 minutes, and the stops are located just a few meters from the access gates.
A complete visit may take approximately 3 to 4 hours. This time includes a tour of the permanent collection of the Upper Belvedere (where Klimt’s “The Kiss” is located), the Baroque gardens, and the temporary exhibitions of the Lower Belvedere. If a visitor wishes to include Belvedere 21 or walk leisurely through the adjacent botanical gardens, the total duration can extend to a full morning or afternoon.
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