Munich Residenz

What's On

Permanent Collections

Treasury (Schatzkammer)

Over 1,250 works of art and royal treasures spanning a millennium, including the Bavarian crown jewels, goldsmith's work, crystal objects and medieval ecclesiastical treasures.

Permanent collection€10

Stone Rooms (Steinzimmer)

Opulent 17th-century guest chambers with marble and stucco-marble inlay, gold-threaded tapestries of Wittelsbach history, and Baroque furniture reconstructed after WWII damage.

Permanent collection€10

Antiquarium

The largest and most lavish Renaissance hall north of the Alps (1568-71), built for Duke Albrecht V's antiquities collection and later a banqueting hall with grotesque ceiling paintings.

Permanent collection€10

Ancestral Gallery and Porcelain Cabinet

A gilded 1726-30 gallery displaying over 100 portraits of the Wittelsbach dynasty, commissioned by Elector Karl Albrecht to assert the family's dynastic legitimacy.

Permanent collection€10

Cuvilliés Theatre

A rococo court theatre built 1751-55, where Mozart's Idomeneo premiered in 1781; its ornate carved and gilded tiers were painstakingly restored after WWII destruction.

Permanent collection€10

Nibelungen Halls

Five halls in the King's Building with monumental frescoes (1828-67) by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld illustrating the medieval Nibelungenlied epic.

Permanent collection€10

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Visitor Information

How much does Munich Residenz cost?

Standard adult admission to Munich Residenz is €10. Reduced 9 EUR; combination tickets: Museum+Treasury 15/13 EUR, Museum+Treasury+Cuvilliés Theatre 20/16 EUR; under-18s free. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Munich Residenz?

Munich Residenz is open Daily, 28 Mar-25 Oct 9am-6pm (last entry 5pm), 26 Oct-27 Mar 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm). Cuvilliés Theatre keeps shorter, separate hours. Closed 1 Jan, Shrove Tuesday, and 24/25/31 Dec.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Munich Residenz?

Munich Residenz is located at Residenzstraße 1, 80333 München, Germany, in the Altstadt-Lehel area of Munich. The nearest stations are Odeonsplatz U-Bahn (U3/U4/U5/U6), Marienplatz U-/S-Bahn and Nationaltheater tram (19/N19/31).

What can I see at Munich Residenz?

Germany's largest city palace: 130 rooms of Wittelsbach splendor, crown jewels, and a rococo court theatre. Current highlights include Treasury (Schatzkammer), Stone Rooms (Steinzimmer) and Antiquarium.

Do I need to book Munich Residenz 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 Munich Residenz?

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.