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Munich Residenz Palace, Museum and Treasury Private Tour

13 Reviews 4.38 out of 5 stars Based on 13 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Munich, Germany
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On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.

2 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish
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Overview

Discover the architectural and artistic splendor of Munich Residenz on a guided tour of the palace interiors, the museum and treasury. Visit also the Cuvilliés Theatre and Frauenkirche, and see the best selected highlights of Munich’s Old Town!

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Munich Residenz
Take a guided tour of the Residenz Palace, Museum and Treasury.

3-hour: Munich Residenz & Transfers
This option includes 1-hour roundtrip transfers and a guided tour of the Residenz Palace, Museum and Treasury.

3,5-hour: Munich Residenz & Cuvilliés Theatre
Take a guided tour of the Cuvilliés Theatre, Residenz Palace, Museum and Treasury. See also the Hofgarten, Bavarian Government and State Opera.

5-hour: Munich Residenz, Cuvilliés Theatre & Old Town
Take a guided tour of the Old Town, Cuvilliés Theatre, Residenz Palace, Museum and Treasury. See the Hofgarten, State Opera, Frauenkirche and Marienplatz.

What's Included

  • Free entry to Frauenkirche (only in 5-hour tour)
  • Tickets to Cuvilliés Theatre (in 3,5 and 5-hour tours)
  • Private Tour of Munich Residenz, Cuvilliés Theatre and Old Town
  • Transfers (in 2-hour, 3,5-hour and 5-hour tour)
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the option “3H: Munich Residenz & Transfer”.

Pickup details

Car transfers with a pickup and drop-off (only in 3-hour tour)

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Meeting point

For the option “2-hour: Munich Residenz”.

Maximilianstraße 6
80539 München, Germany

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Maximilianstraße 6

Meet your guide in front of Chanel, Maximilianstraße 6, 80539 Munich, Germany. Please do not enter the store, the guide will be waiting in front of the main entrance.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Munich Marienplatz

Follow your Private Guide to the city-center square Marienplatz to admire the magnificent New Town Hall as well as the Old Town Hall, Fish’s Fountain and St. Peter’s Church - the oldest church in the city.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cuvilliéstheater

Visit the Residenz and the Cuvilliés Theatre. Admire the opulence of the auditorium that Elector Maximilian Joseph III built as his "new opera house". Hear about the lavish opera productions and the first performance of Mozart’s Idomeneo that premiered here.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Frauenkirche

Step inside the proud Frauenkirche (Munich Cathedral) and hear the legend of its Devil's footprint.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hofgarten

Explore also Hofgarten - the formal court gardens of the royal residence. See the Bavarian Government, Marstall Theater and the Grand State Opera.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Odeonsplatz

Take a stroll from the Residenz to Odeonsplatz to see the Feldherrnhalle monument and Theatine Church, and hear about the infamous Beer Hall Putsch that took place here.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Residenz Munchen

The highlights of the Residenz - the Palace, Museum and Treasury. Follow in the footsteps of Bavarian kings, dukes and electors who served in this royal residence from 1508 to 1918. Take a journey through the periods of Renaissance, to early Baroque, to Rococo, to Neoclassicism. Admire the lavish rooms and art collections that provide the distinguished taste and political ambition of the Wittelsbach dynasty. As a museum, the Residenz explores the ages of humanism, Counter-Reformation, the Enlightenment, the divine right of kings and constitutional monarchy. In the Treasury you will find a remarkable collection of crown jewels, royal insignia, goldsmith's works, swords, goblets and other expensive items.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Munich

Private car transfers between your accommodation in Munich and the Residenz. We will arrange a private driver to pick you up in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle. This solution is perfect when you don't want to walk too far or use public transport. After the tour, you will be driven back to the address provided when booking.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please note that the Treasury is temporarily closed until further notice.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Munich Residenz Palace, Museum and Treasury Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-201481P7

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Free entry to Frauenkirche (only in 5-hour tour)
  • Tickets to Cuvilliés Theatre (in 3,5 and 5-hour tours)
  • Private Tour of Munich Residenz, Cuvilliés Theatre and Old Town
  • Car transfers with a pickup and drop-off (only in 3-hour tour)
  • Tickets to the Residenz Palace, Museum and Treasury
  • Licensed History Expert Guide, who is fluent in your chosen language
  • Transfers (in 2-hour, 3,5-hour and 5-hour tour)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please note that the Treasury is temporarily closed until further notice.
  • The 3-hour tour includes a 1-hour transfer time between the Residenz and your accommodation in Munich. Please note that the transfer time quoted is for information purposes only and can take longer or shorter depending on the location of your accommodation.
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.

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