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Residenz and the Hofgarten Garden Walk

Start your morning at Munich’s royal heart and wander through its historic gardens before settling in for a traditional lunch.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Residenz

    Enter the Residenz as it opens. The building is a former royal palace with distinct areas like the Treasury and the Museum. The Antiquarium features a barrel-vaulted banqueting hall, while the Treasury holds royal crowns and sceptres. Allow time to explore the architecture and history.

  2. 10:30

    Hofgarten

    Walk northeast through the Hofgarten. This court garden sits between the Residenz and the Englischer Garten. It is a quiet green space perfect for a morning stroll away from the city bustle.

  3. 10:40

    Dianatempel

    Visit the Dianatempel. This twelve-sided Renaissance gazebo stands at the crossing point of the garden paths. It features eight open and four closed round arcades, offering a quiet spot to rest and admire the view.

  4. 11:00

    Wildmosers

    Head to Wildmosers for lunch. This restaurant claims to be the birthplace of Munich Weißwurst. The staff are friendly and the beer selection, especially Weißbier, is extensive. Come hungry as the portions are substantial.

Local tip

The Residenz opens at 09:00 from April to October. If you visit in winter, opening hours shift to 10:00. Wildmosers is open daily from 09:00, making it a reliable spot for a late morning meal.

Check before you go

  • Residenz hours: Daily Apr-15 Oct 09:00-18:00, 16 Oct-Mar 10:00-16:00.
  • Wildmosers hours: Mo-Su 09:00-24:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Munich (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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