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Kunsthalle München der Hypo Kulturstiftung

Modern art museum, no permanent collection but rotating exhibitions. It's funded by HypoVereinsbank.

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Address: Theatinerstraße 8
Getting there: midway between U- & S-Bahn Marienplatz and Odeonsplatz; Tram: Theatinerstraße
Hours: Daily 10:00-20:00
Price: Adult €15
Website: kunsthalle-muc.de (opens in a new tab)

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