Nymphenburg Palace Reimagined - Extravacantza.com

Duration2h 30m

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the grandeur of Nymphenburg Palace in Munich on this unique walking tour led by Philipp, your official guide and architect. Discover the fascinating history of the Bavarian royal family as you stroll through the impressive Baroque gardens and the magnificent cour d'honneur.

Picture royal arrivals in lavish carriages and imagine aristocratic pastimes such as gondola rides on the palace canals or pheasant hunting in the surrounding parkland. Learn how architecture, power, and leisure shaped this extraordinary residence, considered one of Europe’s great palace complexes.

A highlight of the tour is the Amalienburg, a jewel of Rococo architecture of outstanding European significance, hidden within the palace park. Note: The pavillions are only open in summer time.

What's included

Philipp – your local architect and certified city guide

Admission to the Palace and pavilions: €20 per adult; free entry for children.

What to expect

Nymphenburg Palace
1h · Admission ticket included

We will explore Nymphenburg Palace together, moving from the Rococo Stone Hall to King Ludwig I’s Gallery of Beauties, and on to the portraits of Bavaria’s Wittelsbach family. Amazing details, captivating stories, and stunning architectural styles await us.
Nymphenburg Kanal
20m

We’ll explore the Nymphenburg Park with its canal, lakes, Baroque garden, and English garden style. Four pavilions are hidden within.
Amalienburg
20m · Admission ticket included

This Rococo masterpiece of European significance was built for the Empress of the Holy Roman Empire. She hunted startled pheasants from the rooftop.
Badenburg Palace
20m · Admission ticket included

The Badenburg invited monarchs to bathe, while the highest-ranking nobles of the court were allowed to watch from the balcony.
Pagodenburg
20m · Admission ticket included

After a game of golf, the Bavarian rulers needed to relax – and they did so in the Pagodenburg.
Magdalenenklause
10m · Admission ticket included

The Magdalenenklause, with its grotto chapel, was a place of humility and reflection for the monarchs. It is a unique creation, deliberately designed to appear as though it were in ruins.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We'll meet outside in front of the entrance to the Nymphenburg Palace.

Look for me with a tablet slung over my shoulder — I’ll be easy to spot.

The easiest way to get here by public transport is to take tram 17 to the 'Schloss Nymphenburg' stop, followed by a pleasant 10-minute walk.

End point

We'll meet outside in front of the entrance to the Nymphenburg Palace.

Look for me with a tablet slung over my shoulder — I’ll be easy to spot.

The easiest way to get here by public transport is to take tram 17 to the 'Schloss Nymphenburg' stop, followed by a pleasant 10-minute walk.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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