About Munich Residenz

One of the most significant palace museums in Europe, Munich Residence, served as home to many Bavarian rulers for centuries before it was opened to the public in 1920. Apart from its impressive art collection, it houses many antiques of porcelain, rare furniture, chandeliers, silver objects, and sculptures. The extensive architecture is a monument in stone, home to all the rulers who governed Bavaria for centuries. The museum boasts of many architectural styles like the Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Neo-classicist and Historicist with highly artistic and luxurious interiors. The palace ground is another major attraction with many wonderful old courtyards, numerous fountains, ponds, and gardens.

Must See

  • Grottenhof (Grotto Courtyard).
  • Renaissance Antiquarium Hall.
  • The amazing antique sculptures.
  • Baroque Imperial Hall.
  • Palace treasury.
  • Cuvilliés Theatre and Court.
  • Church of All Saints.

How to reach

You can reach by subway U6/ U3 or walk for 15-20 minutes via Schwanthalerstraße. It is located only 2 km away from the city center. 

Use the short trip tickets starting from 1.70 EUR for up to 3 stations with S-Bahn and U-Bahn or 6 stations with bus or tram.

Or, take a taxi via Altstadtring-Tunnel. It is 2.8 km from the city center and the taxi will cost you around 6 EUROS.

Tips

  • Munich Card holders are entitled to a discounted admission fee.
  • Entrance is free for Munich City Pass holders.
  • Photography may not be allowed in all areas of the museum.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the building.
  • No entry is permitted for pets.

Visit Time

Sunday:            9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Monday:           9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday:          9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday:     9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday:         9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Friday:              9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday:          9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

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Waiting Time

You may have to wait in queue for tickets/ entry.

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

 

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Time you can spend

3 hours

 

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Weather

Light Rain 5.91°C

 

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