Private Tour of Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens

4.9
(26 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Your guide will meet you at the main train station before whisking you away via public transport to the magnificent palace of Nymphenburg where you will spend an unforgettable half day in one of the most beautiful of Europe’s palaces. As you walk through stunning baroque interior your guide will cover the fascinatingly history of the Wittelsbach royal family in an age of glory, war and betrayal. You will also learn about daily court life from aristocratic flirting to the daily grind of the servants.

Outside the palace there are the beautiful park gardens to explore with their four famous pleasure palaces such as the Amalienburg hunting lodge with its mini hall of mirrors or the Badenburg, the royal 18th century swimming pool. (Park palaces closed 16th October to March 28th). The royal carridge museam is also available to visit.

Finally you will be taken back to Munich Hbf or you can join your guide in a local beer garden to cool off.

What's Included

Entrance into the Nymphenburg palace
Private tour
Public Transport costs

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Hauptbahnhof (S, U, Bus, Tram)

The tour begins at the hauptbahnhof at 9.30AM. The location is platform 25 under the clock on the platform sign

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your guide will meet you at the main train station before whisking you away vis public transport to the ‘Versalles of Munich’. Inside you will be taken through the beautiful baroque palace as you learn about the colourful history of the royal family as they played the real life Game of Thrones. You will also discuss court life from aristocratic flirting to the daily grind of the servants. You will also be given free time to explore the palace rooms yourselves. Outside you will explore the magnificent gardens and as you walk past fountains and statues to discover the four park pavilions.

    4 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    The hunting lodge of an Empress and a Rocco masterpiece. (Closed 16th October to March 28th)

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Elector Max Emmanuel's baroque swimming pool. (Closed 16th October to March 28th)

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    The first of pavilions built by Elector Max Emmanuel. A Chinese inspired mini pleasure palace. (Closed 16th October to March 28th)

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    A hermitage where the Electors and kings of Bavaria could escape court life for contemplation and studying the bible. Fabulous for its shell grotto and miracle working spring. (Closed 16th October to March 28th)

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6

    The carriage museam showcasing the carriages of the Wittelsbachs. (Only from the 16th October to March 28th).

    20 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Tom's Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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