
Where to Find the Best Views in Munich
Make the most of your time in Munich with these top viewpoints.
Trace the development of painting from the Middle Ages to the Rococo era with a visit to the Old Pinakothek. See a range of artistic styles including paintings by Raphael, Botticelli, Rembrandt, and Velasquez. This art museum can be reached with a stop on the hop-on hop-off bus tour and is part of programs like Munich City Pass that offer admission to several attractions for one price.
Located in the Kunstareal district of Munich, the Old Pinakothek is found at Barer Strasse 27. It is easily accessible by public transportation; take the U-Bahn to Königsplatz, Theresienstrasse, or Odeonsplatz. The museum can also be reached by taking the tram to Pinakotheken. Parking is not available at the museum.
The museum is open daily, but closed on Tuesdays, and charges a reduced entry fee of one euro on Sundays. For the most peaceful experience, visit during the morning hours on a weekday. First-time visitors to Munich may want to plan their visit around the hectic weeks of Oktoberfest, from the end of September to the beginning of October.
Visitors to the museum may want to check out the online art collection. Several galleries in Munich and beyond in Bavaria have made their collections available online, totaling over 25,000 artworks. It’s now possible to check out art online and identify its location within the museum before a visit.