Königsplatz, A Grand Neoclassical Ensemble with Historic Museums

Konigsplatz 1 80333 Munich
The location of Hitler and Mussolini's military parade
4.2
Square

Introduction

King's Square in Munich, Germany, is an important part of Blumenstraße and one of the city's four royal avenues, adjacent to Karolinenplatz. The square features neoclassical architecture and was once the site of Nazi parades. It was built in the early 19th century, and the Greek gate in the west was built in 1862, modeled after the gate on the hill in Athens. There are three museums on the square: the Glyptothek, the Antiquities Collection, and the Lenbachhaus. The Glyptothek showcases many ancient Greek and Roman sculptures from the 6th century BC to the 4th century AD. The Antiquities Collection mainly collects small-scale ancient Greek and Roman artworks, such as vases, jewelry, ceramics, and weapons. The Lenbachhaus is located north of the Greek gate and was once the private villa of the painter Lenbach.

Must-go rating

Must go
36%
Worth going
38%
Generally
13%
Not worth it
13%

Transportation

61%
Self-driving
Inconvenient to park
There is a parking lot
Free parking
Expensive parking fees
Park by the roadside
13%
Bus transportation
13%
Subway/Train
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Translation: Others
Address
Konigsplatz 1 80333 Munich
Transportation
Subway, U2 line, Königsplatz station.
Phone +49-89-23396500

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