Nymphenburg Palace

What's On

Permanent Collections

Museum of Nymphenburg Porcelain

Upstairs in the Marstallmuseum, over 1,000 pieces of Nymphenburg porcelain from the manufactory's 1747 founding to its Jugendstil-era designs.

Permanent collection€20

King Ludwig I's Gallery of Beauties

More than 30 portraits of celebrated beauties from Munich court and society, commissioned by Ludwig I and painted mostly by Joseph Stieler between 1827 and 1850.

Permanent collection€20

Amalienburg

A rococo hunting lodge (1734-1739) by François Cuvilliés for Electress Maria Amalia, its circular Hall of Mirrors ranked among the finest rococo interiors in Europe. Open April-15 October only.

Permanent collection€20

Marstallmuseum: Royal Carriages and Sleighs

One of the world's finest court-carriage collections, including the coronation coach of Emperor Karl VII and King Ludwig II's ornate state sleighs and coaches.

Permanent collection€20

Friedrich Ludwig von Sckell and Nymphenburg

In the Geranium House, an exhibition on how landscape architect Sckell transformed Nymphenburg's formal baroque garden into an English landscape park from 1804.

Permanent collection€20

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Visitor Information

How much does Nymphenburg Palace cost?

Standard adult admission to Nymphenburg Palace is €20. Combination ticket (palace + Marstallmuseum/Porcelain Museum + park pavilions): €20/€18 reduced Apr-15 Oct, €16/€14 reduced 16 Oct-Mar. Palace only €10/€9; Marstallmuseum with Porcelain Museum €8/€7; park pavilions combo €6/€5. Under-18s free.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Nymphenburg Palace?

Nymphenburg Palace is open Palace & Marstallmuseum (incl. Porcelain Museum): daily 9am-6pm (1 Apr-15 Oct), daily 10am-4pm (16 Oct-31 Mar). Park pavilions (Amalienburg, Badenburg, Pagodenburg, Magdalenenklause) open daily 9am-6pm only 1 Apr-15 Oct; closed in winter. Palace park itself stays open year-round with seasonal gate 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 Nymphenburg Palace?

Nymphenburg Palace is located at Schloß Nymphenburg 1, 80638 München, Germany, in the Neuhausen-Nymphenburg area of Munich. The nearest stations are Schloss Nymphenburg (Tram 17), Botanischer Garten (Tram 17) and Romanplatz (Tram 17).

What can I see at Nymphenburg Palace?

Bavaria's baroque summer palace, with gilded halls, a royal coach museum, a porcelain gallery, and gardens scattered with playful pavilions. Current highlights include Museum of Nymphenburg Porcelain, King Ludwig I's Gallery of Beauties and Amalienburg.

Do I need to book Nymphenburg Palace 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 Nymphenburg Palace?

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.