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Neoclassical facade of the Glyptothek on Königsplatz, Munich

Glyptothek

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Built 1816-1830 by Leo von Klenze for King Ludwig I, the Glyptothek is a neoclassical temple of art on Königsplatz holding Ludwig's collection of Greek and Roman sculpture. Its top-lit halls display the Aegina pediments, the Barberini Faun and the Rondanini Medusa alongside Roman portrait busts, reliefs and mosaics, spanning the Archaic period to Late Antiquity. Bombed in WWII and rebuilt with bare limestone floors, it reopened in 1972 and shares its Königsplatz forecourt with the Staatliche Antikensammlungen opposite.

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The Rondanini Medusa, a marble relief head, in the Glyptothek

Rondanini Medusa

A Roman marble copy of a 5th-century BC Greek original attributed to Phidias, bought by Ludwig I from the Rondanini family's Roman collection.

Permanent collection€6
East pediment sculptures from the Temple of Aphaia on Aegina, displayed in the Glyptothek

Pediments of the Temple of Aphaia, Aegina

Archaic and early Classical marble warriors from the c. 500 BC pediments of the Temple of Aphaia on Aegina, acquired by Ludwig I in 1812 and long the Glyptothek's centrepiece.

Permanent collection€6
The Barberini Faun, a marble statue of a sleeping satyr, in the Glyptothek

Barberini Faun

A life-size Hellenistic marble of a sleeping satyr, a Roman copy of a c. 220 BC bronze original, displayed in its own hall ("Saal des Faun").

Permanent collection€6

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Getting there

Königsplatz 3, 80333 München, Germany

Nearest station: Königsplatz (U2) and Karolinenplatz (Tram 27)

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Hours

MonTodayClosed
Tue10:00–17:00
Wed10:00–17:00
Thu10:00–20:00
Fri10:00–17:00
Sat10:00–17:00
Sun10:00–17:00

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Reduced €4; €1 on Sundays; free for under-18s

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Visitor Information

How much does Glyptothek cost?
Standard adult admission to Glyptothek is €6. Reduced €4; €1 on Sundays; free for under-18s. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Glyptothek?
Glyptothek is open Tue, Wed, Fri-Sun 10:00-17:00; Thu 10:00-20:00; closed Mondays. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Glyptothek?
Glyptothek is located at Königsplatz 3, 80333 München, Germany, in the Maxvorstadt area of Munich. The nearest stations are Königsplatz (U2) and Karolinenplatz (Tram 27).
What can I see at Glyptothek?
Munich's oldest museum, and the only one in the world devoted purely to ancient sculpture. Current highlights include Rondanini Medusa, Pediments of the Temple of Aphaia, Aegina and Barberini Faun.
Do I need to book Glyptothek in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Glyptothek?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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