Private tour in Vienna Jan K

Belvedere with Jan

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Jan K.

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Like many before me, I am an adopted Viennese, drawn to this city by its artistic brilliance and historical grandeur. As an art historian, Vienna felt like a natural calling—a place where history and creativity converge. But beyond its cultural allure, what truly captivated me was Vienna’s cosmopolitan spirit and its citizens’ dedication to a balanced, high-quality lifestyle. I was born in Oslo in 1988 and raised in some of Norway’s most international communities, immersed in Norwegian, French, English, and Polish. After completing my degree in Art History, I embarked on a journey to explore the world beyond Norway, seeking inspiration and experiences across continents. Over the past decade, I’ve worked as a professional storyteller, sharing history, art, and culture in major cities across Europe, the U.S., and Canada. Since 2017, Vienna has been my home and base of operations. Here, I guide and organize tours, offering visitors an authentic glimpse into the region’s rich history and vibrant culture. As of 2025, I am also the founder and creator of a family-run creative salon, studio and gallery for art, photo and podcasts called Kepinski Studio. So when I am not sharing Vienna’s stories on the streets, I pursue my passion for oil painting, building a community for creatives at the studio, create travel content, and then sometimes leaving the city to explore Austria’s breathtaking landscapes on long, challenging hikes. I share my happiness here with my two lively and inspiring beautiful caiques parrots, Napoleon and Sisi. With a worldly perspective and a passion for teaching through humour and storytelling, I strive to craft tour experiences that bring history, art, and culture to life—leaving a lasting impression on all who join me.

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Overview of your Vienna tour

My favourite choice for a wonderful dive into the world of art history, the Upper Belvedere Gallery has not only one of the most important art collections in Europe, presenting masterpieces from the full span of Central European art history curated in a great way, but is also housed in one of the grandest Baroque palaces in the world. It is the location of the birth of Austria’s Second Republic, offers breathtaking views, and, of course, is home to The Kiss. Highlights include medieval panel paintings, Baroque masterpieces, and Viennese Modernism, with key works by Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, and Oskar Kokoschka. The curation by the gallery is simply amazing for any newcomer or veteran to the world of art. This is among my most beloved places in the world to talk art history, and after this experience, you will know how to talk art history, too.

Your Vienna tour itinerary

Meet the guide at your hotel Transfer to the Upper Belvedere on foot or by public transport 2-3 hour tour of the Upper Belvedere grounds and collection: - History and architecture of the Belvedere Palace, gardens and panorama - Guided experience of the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassical, Romantic, Secessionistic and early modern exhibition

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Public transport might be required to get to the Belvedere when departing from your hotel

What's included
Private Guide
Services: Licensed guide
What's not included
Tickets: Tickets must be purchased on location at a special counter for guided tours. Time slot not required.
Public Transportation
Meeting location

Vienna, Vienna, Austria

Pickup at your hotel, should it be within a reasonable distance (ca 30 min away, by foot or public transport) Alternatively, meeting point at the visitor/ ticket office next to the UPPER Belvedere

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories
Art And Culture
Museums
Architecture
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1447007
Languages
English
Norwegian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly
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This private tour in Vienna is perfect for art enthusiasts and history buffs who want to explore the treasures of the Upper Belvedere with a knowledgeable guide. It's also ideal for those who appreciate Baroque architecture and want to learn about Central European art history. The tour is wheelchair accessible and kid-friendly, making it suitable for families and travellers with mobility concerns.

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