The Kiss by Gustav Klimt | Pixabay: ajs19805189 am 21st Century
You arrive at the Belvedere and set off to be in front of the famous artwork by Gustav Klimt, ‘The Kiss’, before the crowds. It's one of the highlights in the Upper Belvedere and you're glad you managed to get up early from the cosy hotel bed. Before your tour starts, you enjoy the view over Vienna from the terraces of the Upper Belvedere.9 am 18th Century
Prince Eugen von Savoyen wakes up in his sumptuous residence and gets ready for a morning walk in the gardens. During his round, he checks the progress of the landscaping and gives some instructions to the gardeners before sitting down at his lavishly set breakfast table.10 am 21st Century
You participate in a guided tour and learn more about the history, the architecture, and the artworks of the Belvedere. You also wander through the gardens, including the symmetrical Baroque gardens and the picturesque walking paths during the tour.10 am 18th Century
In the morning, Prince Eugen spends his time showing off his palace and art collection to his invited guests, who are diplomats and important personalities of Vienna, and are utterly delighted by Prince Eugen's collection.12 o'clock 21st century
You are hungry. So you decide to take a lunch break at the Café of the Lower Belvedere and order a delicious lunch. The Viennese coffeehouse culture, which is very much alive here, compels you to order another coffee and cake. You decide on a classic of the sweet Austrian cuisine, the Sachertorte, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.12 o'clock 18th century
Prince Eugene's guests stay for a festive dinner. Discussions about art and politics are held. During the banquet, rich dishes and exquisite wines are served.3pm 21st century
After the lunch and coffee at the Lower Belvedere, you stay on. Here you admire the artful ceiling paintings, the plants of the Orangery, and discover the Privileged Gallery. During lunch, you had a conversation with one of the waiters and received a secret tip for visiting the contemporary art at Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art.3 pm 18th century
Prince Eugene uses the afternoon for himself. In his private time, he retreats to his chambers and dedicates himself to his own artistic interests. Afterwards, he relaxes in the grand bed to prepare for the evening.5 pm 21st Century
To conclude the day, you take one more walk through the surrounding parks and look for a restaurant nearby for your dinner. You must end your day at the Belvedere in style, so you head to the hotel to change. You spend an evening worthy of a noble family at the C.O.P. in the 1st district of Vienna.5 pm 18th Century
In the evening, Prince Eugene of Savoy hosts a soirée with music, dance, and entertainment to entertain the guests and demonstrate his wealth and power once again. The Viennese nobility, including the Esterházy, Schwarzenberg, and Liechtenstein families, mingle with artists and intellectuals from Vienna.