Landmark
Nymphenburg Palace
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Nymphenburg Palace is one of Europe's most impressive Baroque residences, located on the outskirts of Munich. Built from 1664 as a summer retreat for the Wittelsbach rulers, the palace complex includes the main building, the Marstallmuseum (carriage museum), and several pavilions in the park. The palace's grand halls are adorned with frescoes, stucco, and tapestries, with the Steinerner Saal (Stone Hall) being a highlight. The expansive park features canals, fountains, and the Amalienburg hunting lodge. Visitors can stroll through the formal gardens, explore the Badenburg and Pagodenburg pavilions, or take a boat ride on the canal. The palace offers a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of Bavarian royalty and is a UNESCO World Heritage candidate.
Don't miss
- Tour the Steinerner Saal with its magnificent frescoes
- Visit the Marstallmuseum to see royal carriages and sleighs
- Explore the Amalienburg hunting lodge in the park
- Stroll through the formal gardens and along the canal
- See the Badenburg and Pagodenburg pavilions
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Nymphenburg Palace
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inCity tour through Nuremberg with the Bimmelbahn4.3★ · 170 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$13 per personSee dates →
Best full dayNeuschwanstein Castle & Linderhof Day Tour from Munich4.4★ · 7,450 travelers~11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$84 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Tour of Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens4.9★ · 30 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$209 per personSee dates →More attractions in Munich
