We’ll walk through the exact addresses, the best public transport options for getting to each part of the complex, and how to navigate the palace grounds once you arrive.
Belvedere Palace actually refers to three separate buildings spread across a UNESCO World Heritage site.
First, the Upper Belvedere sits at Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna. This is the main gallery where you’ll find Klimt’s “The Kiss” and the most important art collection. Think of this as your primary destination.
On the other hand, the Lower Belvedere is located at Rennweg 6, 1030 Vienna. This was Prince Eugene of Savoy’s actual residential palace and now hosts rotating special exhibitions plus the opulent Baroque state rooms.
Then there’s Belvedere 21 at Arsenalstraße 1, 1030 Vienna, which focuses on contemporary art and sits separately from the main complex.
Connecting the Upper and Lower palaces, you’ll find the formal Baroque gardens. But here’s the thing: these gardens aren’t a flat stroll. They’re built on three massive terraces on a significant slope, with the Lower Belvedere at the bottom and the Upper Belvedere crowning the hilltop.
Look, I need to be direct about this, don’t even think about driving. The palace complex has no on-site parking for visitors, and finding street parking in Vienna’s 3rd district is described by locals as “challenging” at best. You’d miss your timed entry ticket wrestling with parking regulations. Public transport isn’t just convenient here, it’s the only sensible option.
The real question isn’t whether to use public transport, but which route gets you exactly where you need to be.
| Destination | Transport Mode | Line | Exit Stop | Analysis / Recommendation Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPPER BELVEDERE (Klimt, "The Kiss") | Tram | D | Schloss Belvedere | Highest Recommendation. The most direct route. The stop is "directly opposite the entrance". |
| UPPER BELVEDERE | Tram | 18, O | Quartier Belvedere | Medium Recommendation. Good option, connected to the central station. Requires a 7-minute walk. |
| UPPER BELVEDERE | S-Bahn (Train) | S1, S2, S3, S4 | Quartier Belvedere | Medium Recommendation. Identical to trams 18/O. Requires a 7-minute walk. |
| UPPER BELVEDERE | U-Bahn (Metro) | U1 | Hauptbahnhof | Not Recommended. Requires a 15-minute walk through a "difficult to navigate" station. |
| LOWER BELVEDERE (Temp. Exhibitions) | Tram | 71 | Unteres Belvedere | Highest Recommendation (For Lower only). The stop is "opposite the entrance". |
| LOWER BELVEDERE | Bus | 13A | Mommsengasse | Secondary Option. |
The U-Bahn (Vienna’s metro) can get you close, but it’s not the star player for reaching Belvedere. Your option is the U1 line to Hauptbahnhof station (Wien Hauptbahnhof). From there, it’s about a 15-minute walk to the Upper Belvedere entrance. Sounds reasonable, right? Well, Hauptbahnhof is described as “enormous” and “difficult to navigate” by those who’ve been there. Finding the correct exit can eat up precious time, especially if you’re rushing to make your timed entry slot.
There’s a better way. If you’re coming from the city center (Stephansplatz), take the U1 toward Leopoldau for just 2 stops to Karlsplatz (about 3 minutes). Then transfer to Tram D at street level. This combination actually beats going all the way to Hauptbahnhof and gives you a scenic ride along the famous Ringstrasse before dropping you right at the palace entrance.
For the Upper Belvedere (where “The Kiss” lives):
Tram D is your golden ticket. Take it to the “Schloss Belvedere” stop, and you’ll be standing literally right in front of the entrance. This is the most direct route possible. The tram runs regularly throughout the day, and if you’re transferring from Karlsplatz as mentioned above, you’ll enjoy a pleasant ride through central Vienna.
As alternatives, Trams 18 or O also work well. Both stop at “Quartier Belvedere,” which requires about a 7-minute walk to the Upper Belvedere entrance.
For the Lower Belvedere:
Tram 71 is your line. Get off at the “Unteres Belvedere” stop, and the entrance sits right across the street. Simple as that.
From the Opera House area (the Ring), it’s roughly a 30-minute walk. The route takes you past Schwarzenbergplatz, by the Soviet War Memorial, and then up along the street called Rennweg. One thing to keep in mind: this walking route naturally brings you to the Lower Belvedere entrance first.
From Hauptbahnhof, you’re looking at about 15 minutes on foot to reach the Upper Belvedere, assuming you navigate your way out of that massive station efficiently.
The walk itself is enjoyable, giving you a feel for Vienna’s elegant architecture. But be aware of your surroundings, particularly the bike lanes. Vienna has an extensive cycling network, and tourists walking in bike lanes are a major source of friction with locals (and accidents).
The bus isn’t typically the go-to option for reaching Belvedere, but it exists as a secondary route.
Bus 13A stops at “Mommsengasse,” which can get you reasonably close. However, trams are generally more frequent and better connected to the main tourist areas and train stations, so unless the bus happens to run past your exact starting point, you’ll likely find a tram more convenient.
Most hop-on hop-off tourist buses in Vienna include a dedicated Belvedere Palace stop, which integrates the palace nicely into a broader city tour if that’s your style.
I know I mentioned this earlier, but it deserves its own section because so many visitors still try it.
The answer is a hard no. The Belvedere complex provides absolutely no parking for visitors. None. Finding street parking in the surrounding residential district is not just difficult, it’s subject to Vienna’s complex residential parking zone regulations that you probably don’t want to figure out while your timed entry window is closing.
Your only options if you insist on driving would be paid private garages in the area like Rennweg Garage, Garage Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere, or Park Apartments. But honestly? You’ll spend more time and money on parking than you would’ve spent on a simple tram ticket, and you’ll arrive stressed instead of relaxed.
Taxi services like Taxi 40100 or Taxi 13300 are perfectly viable if you want door-to-door service.
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