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King's Square (Königsplatz) Tours and Tickets
King's Square (Königsplatz) was initially built to serve the urban notions
of King Ludwig I, who wished to integrate culture, administration, Christianity and Bavarian military in one massive green space. The king opted for a European Neoclassic style based on the Acropolis in Athens. He even had two museums built in the same style; first was the Glyptothek, where he could house his sprawling collection of Greek and Roman sculptures, and second, the Bavarian State Collection of Antiques, which contains Greek, Etruscan and Roman artifacts. King Ludwig I also commissioned the Propylaea, an imposing and austere gate which served as a memorial to his son, the Bavarian prince Otto of Greece.
Despite this architectural and urban prowess, the square is now infamous for being the place where the Nazi party held marches and mass rallies during the Holocaust. In fact, the national headquarters of the Nazi party, the Brown House, was located on Brienner Straße just off the square. It was even featured in a Nazi propaganda film, The March to the Führer. Two temples were built on Königsplatz to honor the 16 Nazis killed in the failed coup attempt by Adolf Hitler to seize power in 1923 – they were later on destroyed (except for their platforms, which are still visible today) as part of Munich’s denazification by the US Army in 1947.
However, not all Nazi constructions were systematically demolished; the Führerbau, for example, where the Munich Agreement was signed in 1938, still exists to this day and houses a music school.
Today, Königsplatz has returned to its pre‐war appearance and remains one of Munich’s most significant attractions. It is now regarded as the center of Munich’s museum quarter, the Kunstareal.
- Königsplatz 1, Munich, Bavaria, 80333
Tours and Tickets to Experience King's Square (Königsplatz)
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Hitler and the Third Reich Munich Walking Tour
Delve into Munich’s dark past and the birth of the Nazi ideology on a revealing 2.5-hour city walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable guide, discover the sites that provided backdrops to Adolf Hitler and his followers as they set about founding the Third Reich, giving Munich its title as the ‘Capital of the Nazi Movement.’ See beer-halls where Nazi brown shirts first gathered, buildings from where Hitler delivered speeches, and memorials to opposers of the movement, all as your guide charts the events that saw Hitler take power in 1933.
... More- 2 hours 30 minutes
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$31.40
Munich WWII Combo: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site and Third Reich Walking Tour
Gain insight into the Third Reich's rise to power and visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this full-day Munich combo tour. Travel to Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany, and explore the memorial site with a guide. Then, learn about the history of Nazi Germany during World War II, and see some of the buildings associated with Adolf Hitler on a walking tour. Round-trip transportation from Munich to Dachau is included.
... More- 8 hours 30 minutes
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$75.79
Third Reich Walking Tour: Historic Facts and Sites in Munich
Uncover the dark side of Munich’s history on this 2.5-hour Third Reich walking tour. Learn how the Bavarian capital served as an important center for the Nazi Party during WWII and hear stories of Hitler’s rallies and The White Rose resistance movement. Along the way, visit key sites like Königsplatz, Feldherrnhalle, the Hofgarten and the famous Hofbräuhaus beer hall.
... More- 2 hours 30 minutes
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$25.99
Munich City Bike Tour
See more of Munich than you ever could on foot during this guided bike tour. Pedal along an easy route, which leads past key sights, such as King's Square (Königsplatz), the English Garden (Englischer Garten), and Eisbach Wave (Eisbachwelle). Take breaks to rest your legs, including one at a beer garden, where you’ll have the option to order a beer or snack.
... More- 4 hours
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$27.07
Panoramic Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Munich by Double-Decker Bus
Marvel at Munich’s monuments, parks, and famous beer halls on a hop-on hop-off bus tour. Combine the ease of a tour with the flexibility of independent travel and see the city sights at your own pace with a 24- or 48-hour pass. Choose from multiple routes that pass all the city’s most popular attractions including the Nymphenburg Palace, Odeonsplatz, and Olympic Park. Listen to the on-board audio commentary or jump off to explore the English Garden, stroll around lively Marienplatz, or enjoy a beer (own expense) at the legendary Hofbräuhaus beer hall.
... More- 1 hour
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$22.41
Munich Small-Group Bike Tour
Get to know the best of Munich on this guided bike tour. Learn the history of this popular city, along with fascinating stories and facts, while riding around its wide open parks, elegant plazas, meandering riverbanks and winding, medieval alleyways. This tour includes stops at gathering spots like Marienplatz, Königsplatz, the Odeonsplatz and much more. Ride through Englischer Garten, Europe’s largest city park and stop at the Chinese Tower beer garden for a beverage.
... More- 3 hours
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$41.14
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Segway Tour Munich Old Town 3 hours
Cover more ground in less time on this 3-hour Segway tour of Munich’s Old Town. Ideal for those with limited time, this tour allows you to explore Munich on a state-of-the-art, self-balancing Segway. It’ll take no time at all to get acquainted with the simple controls of your Segway, suitable for both adults and children over 15. Glide past the English Garden, Odeonplatz, and Deutsches Museum, stopping intermittently to capture photographs and listen to commentary. Small-group tour, limited to 10 people.
... More- 3 hours
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$90.95
Third Reich - Facts about WWII : Small Group Walking tour
What was behind the 3rd Reich?
Why did they have so many prominent artists involved?
The origins of Hitler and his management go back to Estonia, Egypt and far mor other countries. This is just some of my main topics in this historical tour.
I lead you through major places connected to World War II, giving the most interesting aspects of this movement and its scars on history.
Here are some of the People who are part of our Tour:
- Hitlers Office
- Konigsplatz
- Propaganda buildings
- Justice Palace
and many other
Hear history unfiltered by the church and other institutions. Hear about the resistence in Bavaria and how the Nazi culture will reflect in actual movies, literature and wrong assumptions from Hollywood.
I speak German, English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
... More- 1 hour 50 minutes
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$101.78
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Munich Segway Tour
See all the main sights of Munich in a brief amount of time—by Segway. This two-wheel motorized vehicle lets you cover more ground than a walking tour. You’ll stop ever few hundred feet to snap photos while your guide illuminates Munich’s history with informative anecdotes. With a small group capped at eight people, you’ll benefit from plenty of personalized attention.
... More- 2 hours 5 minutes
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$43.31
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Munich Super Saver: Small-Group Bike Tour plus Bavarian Beer and Food Evening
Get to know the best of Munich on this guided bike tour. Learn the history of this popular city while riding around its open parks, elegant plazas, meandering riverbanks and winding, medieval alleyways. This tour includes stops at gathering spots like Marienplatz, Königsplatz, the Odeonsplatz and ride through Englischer Garten, Europe’s largest city park. In the evening, enjoy a Bavarian beer and food tour. Use of a bike and helmet are included.
... More- 6 hours 30 minutes
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$100.69
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Munich Highlights Segway Tour
Explore Munich and learn all about the city’s fascinating history on this memorable guided Segway tour. You’ll make your way through the Bavarian capital, taking in the city’s most essential sights while covering more ground with the Segway than you could on foot. An orientation session at the beginning of the tour will help you get comfortable on the vehicle before you cruise by landmarks including the Munich Opera House, the Viktualienmarkt, the English Garden, and more.
... More- 2 hours 30 minutes
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$65.53
Third Reich, Hitler and World War II Private Tour in Munich
Discover the dark history of Munich during the Third Reich era with a WWII History Expert Guide. See buildings that served Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, learn about the Beer Hall Putsch and White Rose Movement, and visit the NS Documentation Center.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description carefully as each option includes a different program
3-hour: World War II Tour
Join this tour to discover the history of the Third Reich and WWII in Munich's Old Town. See the Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus, Odeonsplatz, Königsplatz and much more.
4,5-hour: World War II Tour & NS Documentation Center
Join this tour to discover the history of the Third Reich and WWII in Munich's Old Town and visit the NS Documentation Center. See the Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus, Königsplatz and more.
Join a Private Historian Guide on the streets of Munich’s Old Town to discover the city’s darkest secret - the origin of the Nazi Party.
... More- 3 hours 30 minutes
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$228.13
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Munich During the Nazi Regime - Ideology and Resistance
Even in the so called "capital of the movement" there was resistance and people tried to stop the evergrowing terror.
... More- 3 hours
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$433.10
per group
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Private Munich ALL-IN-ONE Tour: City - Lake District - Conc. Camp
If you’ve got limited time in Munich and you'd like to see natural wonders, historical sights, and cultural attractions in a day, then this tour is a perfect choice. Benefit from the personalized attention of having a private guide to plan a comprehensive itinerary for you—both in and around Munich. Highlights include Munich’s Old Town, Königsplatz, and Starnberger See—a beautiful lake. The tour also has optional stops at Andechs Monastery, and Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site.
... More- 10 hours
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$585.76
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Munich’s Old Town, Top Attractions and Nature Bike Tour
Enjoy an eco-friendly, cycling adventure in Munich’s Old Town, including its top attractions and nature sites. See the Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, Residenz, Hofbräuhaus, Königsplatz, English Garden, Maximilianeum and so much more.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Old Town Bike Tour
Enjoy an easy cycling tour of Munich’s Old Town and see Marienplatz, St Peter’s Church, Victuals Market, Frauenkriche, Odeonsplatz, the Residenz and so much more.
4-hour: Old Town & Königsplatz Bike Tour
Join this bike tour to see highlights of Munich’s Old Town as well as Maximiliansplatz, Justice Palace, Alter Botanischer Garten, Königsplatz, Siegestor and so much more.
6-hour: Old Town, Königsplatz & English Garden Bike Tour
Choose this tour to explore Munich beyond the Old Town, with additional sights such as the English Garden, River Isar, Maximilianeum and so much more.
... More- 4 hours 55 minutes
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$243.62
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Segway tour Munich Beer Stories (3h)
Cover lots of ground in a short amount of time by exploring Munich on a Segway. This half-day tour delves into the brewing culture in one of the world's most famous beer-centric cities; your guide will provide facts and figures about Germany's brewing history as you travel. Even beginners can enjoy riding this two-wheeled, self-balancing electric scooter with all instruction included.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$90.95
Private Munich Bike Tour
Pedal through Munich’s scenic streets with a private guide on this 3-hour bike tour, and see firsthand why this Bavarian metropolis ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities. Cycle at your own pace along the bike-friendly streets, winding your way through the timeworn lanes of Munich Old Town and the verdant expanse of the English Garden. Stop as often as you like to take photos, learn more about the sights, or enjoy a well-earned stein in a beer garden.
... More- 3 hours
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$184.07
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Paul's Private Tour Munich Highlights
Writing novels inspires me through the fitting and exciting view of history.
This is an outdoor tour for small groups of maximum 8 people. We are not going inside museums. Just the Glockenspiel is optionally available.
Dukes, Generals and kings surround a career of fighting, weddings and the love to the arts.
In this tour I bring the participants closer to the sponsors of art and culture in the country and give a first impression of contemporary art in the city of Munich.
Reserve a seat for my popular Welcome Tour through Munich.
Visit places like Viktualienmarkt hearing about our comediants, Isartorplatz, Red Riding Hood fountain, the royal residence.
I tell exciting stories about Munich and its history and you get exclusive tips for your stay and shopping in Munich.
The tour progress depends on the group and it is not a marathon. We walk comfortably through the planned course and no one will experience unanswered questions here.
... More- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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$238.20
per group
Exclusive Private Guided Tour through the History of Munich with a Local
Explore Munich and learn all about its history and culture from a local guide. This small-group walking tour will show you some of the Bavarian capital’s essential monuments and hidden gems while your guide shares insights on the city’s development. The tour lasts around two hours and can be customized to include travelers’ personal interests.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$648.56
per group
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Munich Third Reich and Dachau Concentration Camp Tour with Licensed Guide
The atrocities of the Nazi dictatorship must never be forgotten...
With this exclusive private tour you will get unique insights into the inglorious past of the former "capital of the movement". Your professional and experienced guide will not only show you and explain all the relics from 1933-1945 in Munich's old town, but thanks to the trips in our luxurious Mercedes minivans you will also see all other Nazi buildings or memorials in the outskirts that cannot be reached on foot be able.
At the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, your licensed guide will provide you with shockingly authentic insider knowledge about the inhumane conditions that the concentration camp inmates were subjected to during the 12 years of Nazi rule in the Dachau concentration camp on an approximately 2-hour tailor-made private tour from your licensed guide.
Of course, we also visit the "normal" sights of Munich, so that you no longer need an extra city tour!
... More- 9 hours 30 minutes
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$188.94
Price varies by group size
Munich Highlights and Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
This tour combines Munich’s essential highlights with a visit to the memorial site at Dachau – the first concentration camp opened under the Nazis in 1933 and blueprint for extermination camps such as Auschwitz.
The 6-hour tour option includes a private tour of the city center of Munich by car and on foot, combined with a trip to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial. The 8-hour tour includes a private walking tour of the city center of Munich, a visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial and a panoramic drive of sights outside of the center, such as the Nymphenburg Palace, BMW World and Museum and many more.
... More- 8 hours
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$755.75
Price varies by group size
Munich’s Old Town, Top Attractions and Nature Bike Tour
If you’ve only got limited time to discover Munich, and you don’t want to be stuck on a hot and stuffy bus, then a private guided bike ride is an excellent alternative. Choose from different durations to suit your preferences, and then set off on a route that uncovers a variety of top landmarks, such as Marienplatz, the Frauenkirche, and St. Peter’s Church.
... More- 4 hours 15 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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$243.62
Price varies by group size
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