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Munich in 500 Years: An Architectural Time Machine

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Explore Munich's architectural evolution on this engaging city tour led by Philipp, an architect and official city guide. Journey through time as you discover iconic structures from Romanesque to Modern, including the renowned gothic Frauenkirche cathedral. Uncover the influences of social and political conditions on architectural styles while visiting hidden gems like the baroque Trinity Church, the first Rococo palais, and masterpieces of Neoclassical style and Historicism. The tour also takes you along the picturesque Isar River, showcasing Art Nouveau, Street Art, a modern musem and ending at the stunning Gasteig rooftop terrace, offering spectacular views of Munich's skyline.

- Discover architectural gems from Gothic to Modern.
- Guided by a Certified Official Munich Tour Guide (Member of MGV & BVGD) & Architect
- Family Friendly: Ages 0–5 free, 6–17 €5.
- 100% 5-star Google reviews
- Small group of max. 15 guests
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What's Included

  • Includes one custom spray-painted postcard of a landmark from our tour.
  • Public transportation
  • Entrance to the sights

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Frauenplatz
    8033München, Germany

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    End point

    Rosenheimer Straße
    81667 München, Germany

    We’ll end the tour — weather permitting — at the Dachgarten, the coolest rooftop bar in Munich. There, you can enjoy a drink and some food after the tour — and yes, there’s also a bathroom.

    What To Expect

    Frauenkirche

    Where a Romanesque chapel once stood now rises the nearly 100-meter-tall Gothic Frauenkirche – Munich’s most iconic church. We’ll also take time to step inside and explore its impressive interior.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Michael München

    The Renaissance church is not dedicated to the Archangel Michael by coincidence. It tells a rich story about the Reformation, the salt trade, and the Wittelsbach rulers of Bavaria.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Dreifaltigkeitskirche

    Thanks to the vision of a remarkable woman, Munich was spared from destruction in the 18th century. How exactly? Let’s find out as we explore the baroque Church of the Holy Trinity (Dreifaltigkeitskirche). Along the way, we’ll compare elements of Renaissance and Baroque architecture.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Palais Preysing

    The first Rococo palace in Munich is a must-see and is located right next to the Residenz — Germany’s largest inner-city palace.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    National Theatre

    Greece in Munich: King Max I Joseph had a Greek temple of music built for himself. Five of Richard Wagner’s works premiered in this neoclassical masterpiece — including Tristan and Isolde.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Maximilianstraße

    King Maximilian II, grandson of Bavaria’s first king, commissioned this magnificent boulevard leading toward the Isar River. The “Maximilian style” is a unique form of historicism, blending elements of the Renaissance and Gothic with floral motifs and arcades.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Lukas

    Disguised as a grand Catholic church, this building is actually Munich’s third Protestant church. Until 1801, Protestants were not even allowed to obtain citizenship in Munich.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Kabelsteg

    This Art Nouveau bridge leads us to Munich’s most beautiful riverside bathing spot on the Isar. Fittingly nestled among trees and spanning the water, the bridge reflects key elements of the Jugendstil style—drawing inspiration from nature, climbing plants, water (symbolizing the subconscious), and animals.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Mullersches Volksbad

    Two superlatives side by side: This Art Nouveau bathhouse was the largest in the world when it opened. Right next to it, we’ll see what is likely the longest tandem bicycle in the world – a street art masterpiece by the artist Miriam Frank.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Sudetendeutsches Museum

    Tucked between old chestnut trees on the high banks of the Isar along the Auermühlbach, the Sudeten German Museum is a modern architectural masterpiece with a thoughtful concept.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Dachgarten - auf dem Gasteig

    If the weather is nice, we’ll end your tour at Dachgarten, Munich’s coolest rooftop bar. From here, we’ll enjoy the famous 18th-century Canaletto view, with a perfect line of sight to the towers of the Frauenkirche—your starting point. It’s the ideal spot to unwind after the tour, surrounded by palm trees, with drinks and food available.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Munich in 500 Years: An Architectural Time Machine?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • Includes one custom spray-painted postcard of a landmark from our tour.
    • Public transportation
    • Entrance to the sights

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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