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Offered languages
- German
- English
This Bilingual Tour in English & German is a small-group experience (max. 12 guests).
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.
✔ Small group experience
✔ Expert guide & architect insights
✔ Tickets included
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
Itinerary
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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.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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We’ll explore the Nymphenburg Park with its canal, lakes, Baroque garden, and English garden style. Four pavilions are hidden within.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
This Rococo masterpiece of European significance was built for the Empress of the Holy Roman Empire. She hunted startled pheasants from the rooftop.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
The Badenburg invited monarchs to bathe, while the highest-ranking nobles of the court were allowed to watch from the balcony.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
After a game of golf, the Bavarian rulers needed to relax – and they did so in the Pagodenburg.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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