Swiss Garden Vienna: Your Essential Guide to Schweizergarten

Getting There

The Swiss Garden is easy to reach via Vienna's public transportation. Take the U1 metro line to the Südtiroler Platz/Hauptbahnhof station. Tram D also goes there, stopping at the Belvedere.

If you're arriving in Vienna by train, the garden is a short walk from the Hauptbahnhof, the city's main train station. It's a good place to relax after you arrive or before you leave.

The park is next to the Belvedere Palace and the Belvedere 21 contemporary art museum, so it's easy to see multiple sights in one trip. Public transport is recommended, as street parking around the Swiss Garden is limited.

What to Expect

The Swiss Garden has varied terrain with surprising elevation changes. There are large ponds with rocks and fountains, as well as an alpine plant garden.

Belvedere 21, a contemporary art museum, is in the park. Next to it is a sculpture garden.

Plan 1 to 2 hours to walk through the 11.4-hectare English-style landscape. It can get crowded, especially near the playground and Belvedere 21.

Tips & Tricks

Combine your visit to Swiss Garden with the Belvedere Palace, which is next door. The park is a green contrast to the palace's art and history. Notice the park’s elevation changes and the rock sections by the ponds.

The sculpture garden at Belvedere 21 contemporary art museum is free. For a relaxing meal, pack a picnic to eat by the lake, or find a shady spot.

Best Times to Visit

Visit the Swiss Garden at the time of year that suits you best.

Mornings are good for quiet walks and photos. You can also walk your dog in the designated areas. Weekdays are usually less busy than weekends, especially if you want to use the sports fields.

From late spring through early autumn, the gardens are in bloom, and the swimming pool is open.

In autumn, the trees' changing foliage creates a backdrop.