Theatine Church, Munich

Discover the sights of central Munich on an informative guided city walk. See Marienplatz, the Frauenkirche and the Staatliches Hofbräuhaus brewery. Visit the cathedral and Theatine Church. Get a glimpse of the endless shopping opportunities by popping into the Fünf Höfe shopping mall. Pass the Dallmayr store and Schuhbeck's restaurant and stroll across Odeonsplatz. Finally, visit the famous Viktualienmarkt. Enjoy the special atmosphere in one of the typical beer gardens or stroll through the stalls selling flowers, cheese, spices, and other produce. Listen to interesting stories and anecdotes told by your guide, and learn more about the state capital of Bavaria and its citizens.

Glide through the streets of Munich on this Segway tour. Learn how to manage a Segway and visit all the major city attractions, including the Maximilianeum and the Theatine Church. After getting the hang of riding a Segway, start your tour at Artur-Kutscher-Platz. Then, head towards the English Garden and along the Isar River to the Angel of Peace. Continue to the Maximilianeum, the seat of the Bavarian Parliament. This building was constructed between 1857 and 1874 by the architect Friedrich Bürklein and fits in with the surroundings by the Isar River. Up the river, see Museum Island with the Deutsches Museum and the parish church of St. Maximilian on the west bank of the Isar River. Head along Maximilianstraße past the Residenz Theatre at Odeonsplatz and admire the Feldherrnhalle and the Theatine Church.  Glide past the Munich Residenz together with the Hofgarten as well as the Bavarian State Chancellery towards the Eisbach. From there, swing around the Siegestor back to the starting point.

Please Notice: This is our only tour we offer on GetyourGuide. Our bestselling 2.5 hours tour. Experience Munich like never before. With our E-Rickshaw Tours and one of our sixty local guides. Welcome to a unique and eco-friendly way to explore the beautiful city of Munich on a 2.5 hrs highlights tour. Our E-Rickshaw tours offer an unforgettable adventure through the heart of Bavaria's capital, where history, culture, and natural beauty come together in perfect harmony. > Eco-Friendly Adventure: Our E-Rikshaws are emission-free, ensuring a green and sustainable tour that leaves a minimal carbon footprint. > Local Insights: Discover Munich from a local's perspective as our experienced guides share fascinating stories and insights about the city's history, landmarks, and hidden gems. > Comfort and Style: Travel in a style and comfort as you relax in our E-Rikshaw, designed for your utmost convenience. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group with up to four people, we have the perfect option for you. > Customizable Routes: Tailor your tour to your preferences. Choose from a variety of routes that cover Munich's most iconic attractions, scenic parks, or even off-the-beaten-path spots. Talk with the guide what you want to see. What to Expect: > Spectacular Views: Capture stunning views of Munich's historical buildings, and lush green spaces and the main river of Munich, perfect for photos and memories that will last a lifetime. > Personalized Experience: Our tours are small and intimate, allowing for a personalized and engaging journey through Munich with your guide. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore Munich with us. Book us today to reserve your spot and make your visit to Munich truly unforgettable!

Step back in time as you uncover the history and stories behind Munich's Old Town on this guided walking tour. Uncover the secrets of this culturally rich Bavarian capital. Find out where to shop like a local with a stop at a farmer's market. Meet your guide at the Karlstor, an imposing medieval city gate. Listen as your guide reveals the historical roots of this city which dates back to the year 800. See top sights from the outside like Marienplatz and the Frauenkirche, while also encountering some hidden gems. Dive into facinating stories about royalty, religion, war, and peace to gain insights into Munich's diverse past. Visit the bustling central Munich farmers' market (Viktualienmarkt) to see gourmet food stalls. Buy some local food with a stop for refreshments along the way. Hear about Munich's brewing heritage from your guide and get recommendations for the finest brews. End your your at the world-famous Hofbräuhaus, where you stop in after the tour to savor giant beers and traditional Bavarian cuisine.

Enjoy an evening tour through Munich’s old town with a night watchman dressed in a historical costume as your guide. Travel through a long-forgotten world brimming with life and adventure as you experience the city's history first hand. The night watchman will meet you at Marktplatz. Shortly afterwards you’ll visit a quaint Munich tavern, where you can enjoy a hearty drink with meat and bread to gather strength for the tour. You’ll then explore the city, making sure to keep the alleys free from dishonorable folk. Along the way the night watchman will recall interesting stories from previous centuries. See St. Peter’s Church and hear stories about the cemetery including funerary customs, epitaphs, foul-smelling corpses, and missing church pews. Visit the Old Town Hall on the historic street Salzstraße and learn about the old city gate and the reconstruction of the spire in the 1970s. Passing by a torture chamber and prison, you’ll reach the Old Court. Following along the trail where the original city wall from the 12th century once stood, you will leave the moated castle and head west. Hear gruesome tales on Gruftgasse and explore Schäfflergasse, where you’ll find out that in medieval Munich, wine was the drink of choice, not beer. You can then admire the two towers of the Frauenkirche, one of the landmarks of the city. You’ll also pass by Promenadeplatz, Palais Portia, and Palais Holnstein along the way. Hear about the shocking host desecration at Salvatorkirche, while at the Theatine Church you will learn about the life of Henriette Adelaide, whose son made sure that the Theatine cloister was built. Finally you’ll return to the tavern and can end the evening in style with a hearty dessert and a nice drink.

Join this exclusive walking tour to see the highlights of Munich’s Old Town, including its beautiful historical buildings, monuments and hidden gems. Visit the city's top attractions with a Private Guide who is a master storyteller. Discover historical facts, cultural anecdotes and urban legends about Munich, Bavaria and Germany. Start your 2-hour guided walking tour on the Marienplatz, the medieval-era city square featuring the magnificent New Town Hall, the golden statue Mariensäule, and Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall). Step inside St. Peter’s Church, the oldest church in the city whose history dates back even before the city was officially founded. Visit also Asamkirche to admire its lavish, baroque interior swathed in gold leaf, frescoes and stucco. Admire the lavish interiors of St. Michael’s Church and learn about the triumph of Roman Catholicism in Bavaria during the Counter-Reformation. This tour is everything you need to discover essential information about Munich and its rich history and culture. The extended 3-hour tour includes a visit to Frauenkirche, also known as Munich Cathedral. Admire its magnificent architecture and sacred art, including the Assumption of Mary, altarpiece by Peter Candid, and learn about the members of Wittelsbach dynasty who are buried here. The extended walking route also includes additional sights such as the historical city gates Sendlinger Tor and Karlstor, the Wittelsbach Fountain, the Promenade and the Michael Jackson Monument. Choose the 4-hour option to also discover the highlights of Odeonsplatz, a large square developed in the early 19th-century. Hear the infamous story of the 1923 Beer Hall Putsch. Step inside the Theatine Church to admire its Rococo-style interiors with a beautiful high altar, sculptured columns, statues, great and impressive stucco. See the Munich Residenz and the magnificent Bavarian State Opera. Join the 6-hour tour to also visit the city’s top attraction - the Residenz! Explore the entire royal palace and garden complex, including the Residenz Museum and Treasury. Admire lavish architecture and art in the Ancestral Gallery, Porcelain Cabinet, Court Chapel and Royal Apartments. Learn about the former kings of Bavaria and discover royal treasures, including expensive jewels, goldsmith's work, porcelain and so much more.

King Ludwig I and his architect Klenze had a significant impact on the arts in Munich. Ludwig is attributed as saying that no one can claim that they know Germany if they have not seen Munich. Nevertheless, Munich is not only the classical city of King Ludwig but has also boasted a lively artistic past and has an interesting “art history” to tell since its founding in the Middle Ages. Whether the topic of architecture, paintings, or sculpture – all forms of art are interwoven into the city’s history. Discover this network and get to know the city from the art historical perspective. The best way to approach works of art is to talk about them. The small group size gives you sufficient opportunity to exchange views and ask questions. For each attraction you will learn about the importance of the artwork. On this private tour of Munich you also have the flexibility to choose the places that you would like to visit. Suggested tours: - Königsplatz with the Glyptothek, the Propylaea, and the Antique Collection - Museum area with the Alte Pinakothek, the Neue Pinakothek, and the Pinakothek der Moderne - Odeonsplatz with the Munich Residenz, the Feldherrnhalle, the Theatine Church, and the Hofgarten - Church tour with Asam Church, St. Peter’s Church, the Frauenkirche, St. Michael’s Church, the Bürgersaalkirche, and the Trinity Church - Palace tour with the Nymphenburg Palace or the Schleissheim Palace - Tour of the old town with Heinrichsstadt and Ludwigsstadt

Join this exclusive tour to explore the nooks and crannies of the Residenz, the largest palace complex in Germany, with a Licensed Guide. Step inside to admire the stunning interiors and learn about its former inhabitants. Visit the Residenz Museum, Treasury and Cuvilliés Theater and enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town. Choose a basic 2-hour option to see the highlights of the Residenz: the Palace, Museum, and Treasury. Follow in the footsteps of Bavarian kings, dukes, and electors who served in this royal residence from 1508 to 1918. Take a journey through the periods of Renaissance, to early Baroque, to Rococo, to Neoclassicism. Admire the lavish rooms and art collections that provide the distinguished taste and political ambition of the Wittelsbach dynasty. As a museum, the Residenz explores the ages of humanism, Counter-Reformation, the Enlightenment, the divine right of kings and constitutional monarchy. In the Treasury, you will find a remarkable collection of crown jewels, royal insignia, goldsmith's works, swords, goblets, and other expensive items. The 3-hour option includes a private car transfer between your accommodation in Munich and the Residenz. This solution is perfect when you don't want to walk too far or use public transport. After the tour, you will be driven back to the address provided when booking. Opt for the extended 3.5-hour to visit the Residenz and the Cuvilliés Theatre. Admire the opulence of the auditorium that Elector Maximilian Joseph III built as his new opera house. Hear about the lavish opera productions and the first performance of Mozart’s Idomeneo that premiered here. Explore also Hofgarten, the formal court gardens of the royal residence. See the Bavarian Government, Marstall Theater, and the Grand State Opera. The 5-hour tour also includes a walking tour of Munich’s Old Town. Take a stroll from the Residenz to Odeonsplatz to see the Feldherrnhalle monument and Theatine Church, and hear about the infamous Beer Hall Putsch that took place here. Step inside the proud Frauenkirche (Munich Cathedral) and hear the legend of its Devil's footprint. Follow your private guide to the city-center square Marienplatz to admire the magnificent New Town Hall as well as the Old Town Hall, Fish’s Fountain, and St. Peter’s Church, the oldest church in the city.

We will discover the key architectural treasures of Munich’s old town together during an entertaining 2:15-hour city walk. We begin with the famous Frauenkirche, a gothic masterpiece underneath which lies a Romanesque treasure. Then, following the several superlatives of the ‘Michaelskirche,’ the first Renaissance church north of the Alps, we will dive into the abundance of Baroque and Rococo Styles with forms, colors, and the play of light and shadow. Shortly after, we will discover the strict classicism of the Bayerische Staatsoper and be amazed by the unique local style 'Maximilianstil' and its almost forgotten architect - a great example of Historicism. We will drive down Maximilian Street by tramway to rest our feet (ticket price included). We arrive at the Isar River to continue our walk in beautiful nature to discover street art, a great modern museum, and the coolest temporary rooftop bar. It's a great place to rest, eat, and drink under palm trees. Here our tour ends with the famous ‘Canaletto View’ over the historic center. Choose from the following languages: German, English. If you want to book for more than 6 people, I recommend booking a private tour with me. Best, Philipp

Munich’s churches and cathedrals play an important role in protecting the city’s historical and cultural heritage. Join a Private Guide on the streets of Munich’s Old Town to discover its 5 most remarkable churches. Explore centuries of sacral architecture and art! The 3-hour option includes a visit to 4 popular churches. The walking tour will begin at Marienplatz, where you will find the New Town Hall, the golden statue Mariensäule and Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall). This bustling city square is dominated by St. Peter’s Church, the oldest church in the city. Step inside to discover its treasures, such as the ornate high altar, the 14 stations of the cross, and the jeweled skeleton of St. Mundita. Follow your Private Guide along the cobblestone streets of the Old Town to Asamkriche, where you will find the most expensive, baroque interior swatched in gold leaf, frescoes and stucco. Another must-see church on this tour is St. Michael, the largest Renaissance church north of the Alps, which contains church crypts with tombs of Eugène de Beauharnais and notable people from Bavaria. The final stop will be at the monumental Frauenkirche, also known as the Munich Cathedral. Inside, you will find a soul-inspiring gothic interiors and learn about the 1945 bombings and its legendary Devil’s footprint. Choose the 4-hour option to discover a hidden gem among Munich’s churches - the fabulous Theatine Church (Theatinerkirche) at the historic Odeonsplatz.From the outside, the facade is plain yellow Rococo-style, but inside you will find an impressive and overwhelming interior with a high altar, sculptured columns, statues and great stucco. In this option also you will get on top of St. Peter’s Church Tower, which offers the best panoramic views of the city. On good weather days you can see as far as the Alps, making it a truly unforgettable experience!