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Bavarian National Museum, Munich

3 Prinzregentenstraße, München, Bayern

Description

The Bavarian National Museum (Bayerisches Nationalmuseum) is dedicated to decorative arts. It is divided into 2 collections: historical and folklore spanning across all major periods since antiquity until the early 20th century (including Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo) The museum was founded in 1855 and the original collection was anchored around that of the Wittelsbach family. The Decorative Art section includes sculptures, paintings, musical instruments, clocks, miniatures and porcelains - among others. The Folklore section contains traditional Bavarian crockery, furniture and wood carvings.

Access & Transport

The museum is at 3 Prinzregentenstraße, on one of Munich's royal avenues, in the north-eastern corner of the Old City, between the English Garden and the Isar river. The closest tram stop is Nationalmuseum/Haus der Kunst (16, 27), 150m away and Bus #100 stops almost opposite the entrance. Lehel U-Bahn station (U4, U5) is 700m away / 10mins walk but there is the possibility of catching a tram for just one station. There is no dedicated parking but it is possible to find pay and display street parking nearby.

Instructions & Recommendations

The southern end of English Garden is only 2 mins walk away. You can also take a walk along the Isar river and explore the Au-Haidhausen district just across.

Meta review

The museum is not well known internationally but gets particularly good reviews, even from foreign tourists even though there are recurring complaints about the paucity of English translation and audio-guide content. Other negatives include the occasional unfriendly service at the front desk. On the positive side, visitors stress the beautiful building and the original content Vs traditional art museums.

Environmental & Social

Some environment impact to run the museum (mostly electricity). Preserves the region's cultural and artistic heritage.

Conclusion

The Bayerisches Nationalmuseum is a fantastic cultural activity that seeks to preserve a certain aspect of the regional Bavarian heritage and does so in style and at scale. The content won't engross just anybody though and many would not consider it a highlight for a 3-day visit to Munich but if art, culture or history is your thing and you do have 2-3h for it then we would highly recommend making the short trek there.

Key positive

Extensive and varied collections

Great building architecture

Key negative

Content will not be of interest to everybody

Suitability

Best for adults and children aged 10 and above; the younger ones may not appreciate most of the exhibits. Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

June 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
The Bollert Collection is open Thu & Fri from 10h to 17h

av. transport time:0h 25m

est. visit time:2h 30m

Regulated hours

Monday -

Tuesday10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday10:00 - 17:00

Thursday10:00 - 20:00

Friday10:00 - 17:00

Saturday10:00 - 17:00

Sunday10:00 - 17:00

Pricing
Price including the special exhibition. For the permanent collection it is €7/6
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€10
Adult
19 - 64
€14
Child
3 - 18
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0
Sunday: € 1.00 (excl. the special exhibition)

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