Bavarian National Museum, Munich
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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.
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
av. transport time:0h 25m
est. visit time:2h 30m
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