How would you describe Vienna - the capital of culture? The birthplace of the waltz? The birthplace of psychoanalysis? All of these, and more, are true characteristics of the Austrian capital.
The Genius Loci (spirit of place) is packed with details and you won't find them in quite as many places as in Belvedere. Do you want to discover what works of art from the different eras can tell you about the specific Austrian and Viennese identity? Then take a tour of the Belvedere and gain an insight into the different facets of the national character.
In Gustav Klimt's golden "Judith" and "The Kiss" we can explore why female sexuality is the focus of medical interest in Vienna. The troubling mood of Egon Schiele's "Embrace" and "The Girl and Death" can also help us understand why this city became the birthplace of psychoanalysis.
The ornate baroque decoration of the palace, the accent on the ancient heroic themes will explain the special imperial atmosphere of the city, in which the Viennese live and in which tourists so eagerly dive. And Ferdinand Waldmüller's pellucid paintings will try to enchant us by showing the famous "Viennese cosiness" and we have to make an effort to see what tragedies lie behind these well-marketed images.
The gilding of medieval altars and Klimt's golden masterpieces, the sparks of intellectual life and Viennese humour that glimmer through the sombre paintings of Egon Schiele and Oskar Kokoschka - what really makes this famous palace's collection shine? And what exactly shows us the true face of the (former imperial) capital? The answers to these questions await you in the galleries of Belvedere Palace.
Posted By : Sona_S
Julia was amazing. My husband who has less interest in art was as fascinated as I was and we referred to things Julia told us as we visited other places in Vienna. She guided us through the Belvedere and built a story starting with the middle ages all the way to Klimt, she wove a thread connecting many of the works of art. I was as impressed with her knowledge and passion about art and history as I was with the actual paintings. I was hesitant to buy a tour so pricey as this but it was well worth the money spent.
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Posted On : 2024-04-24 11:33:47 
Posted By : Miho_S
Our guide was terrific! She was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I learned many things about art history that will make me look at historical paintings in a new light and feel I have a better appreciation of the importance of context in any piece of art.
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Posted On : 2024-04-23 15:10:09
Posted By : Randyatty
Julia was amazing! She shares her love of the Upper Belvedere and its art of which she is quite knowledgeable. She enriched our experience beyond our expectations. Thank you, Julia.
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Posted On : 2023-12-24 19:22:58 
Posted By : Julio_S
This was our highlight activity in Vienna. The Belvedere Palace/Gallery and gardens are beautiful just to see it. Their art collection is great. A must see while in Vienna. Julia, our tour guide was the greatest part of our tour. She was very knowledgeable, easy going and fun to listening too. With her assistance, you will be able to learn not only about art but also social and political issues of the Austrian society. We really enjoyed this activity and highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2023-08-08 10:01:57
Posted By : ANDREW_A
An absolute masterclass & a must do in Vienna. My wife and I enjoyed an exclusive private tour of almost 3 hours with Julia in the Belvedere. We learned not only about the art in the museum, but the historical context for Vienna and Austria as a whole. We did this on our last day in the city & were glad of that as we had a better perspective having already been in town for a week. This tour is not inexpensive, but worth every cent for those who have a curiosity about art, architecture and history.
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Posted On : 2023-06-16 11:54:29
Posted By : 953annkathrinn
Julia was great. She provided us with an excellent overview and history of the palace and plenty of the exhibits. But not just that. She wove an emotional narrative connecting the various pieces bringing greater meaning to it all. The tour felt as though we had an expert art historian friend guiding us through the Belvedere. It couldn't have been better!
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Posted On : 2023-04-30 11:37:52
Posted By : Shanna L
We planned Vienna museums trips with Julia for 3 days in a row and if she would be available for another 2 days we would happily spend 2 more days with her. Julia’s tours are inspired enlightening and very engaging.
She is absolutely one of a kind - extremely deep and knowledgeable yet she doesn’t bring you down on the contrary she elevates you to her level. This was our second time walking through museums of Vienna with Julia and we will absolutely be back for more. Touring art with Julia is like reading an amazing book where thoughts and guesses are illustrated with worlds most beloved and important paintings. Except you are looking at them on walls of palaces not on the book pages.
Whatever your art interests are I promise you Julia will have the most interesting tour for you - all you need to do is ask.
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Posted On : 2023-04-17 09:55:08
Posted By : Y2860TGemilyr
I booked this tour by the recommendation of friends of mine who had been to Vienna six months earlier and told me " This is a must."
And I am so very grateful! This Belvedere tour was by far the most engaging and inspiring I have ever had.
Julia carefully wove together political, cultural, and psychological aspects of art and made every minute of our tour a genuine pleasure. Thus I can confirm "This is a must-do in Vienna."
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Posted On : 2023-03-17 13:09:30
Posted By : natashad772
This Tour with Julia is definitely an unforgettable Vienna discovering through history, philosophy, and art. Highly professional, scientific, and fascinating tour. Absolutely recommend.
Thank you, Julia, for a great tour!
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Posted On : 2023-01-09 09:50:25
Posted By : Seaside45831538024
Julia was amazing! An art historian and curator who gave us a fabulous experience in the Belvedere Gallery. She brought the works to life with humour and easiness. We loved every minute!
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Posted On : 2023-01-09 08:06:28
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