Propyläen, Munich

Name: Propyläen
Address: 2 Königsplatz, Munich, Germany

#96 among attractions in Munich

Leo von Klenze, Greek Revival architecture, Arch

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The Propylaea is a city gate in Munich at the west side of Königsplatz. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°8'46"N, 11°33'51"E

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2 KönigsplatzMaxvorstadt (Königsplatz)Munich Germany

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Propyläen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Karlsplatz, Alte Pinakothek, Glyptothek, Staatliche Antikensammlungen.

0.4 miS
Historical square with a fountain
Karlsplatz, Munich
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Munich, Karlsplatz is a bustling shopping district that offers an unparalleled retail experience for locals and tourists alike. Known colloquially as Stachus, this vibrant area is a hub of activity, where the charm of old Munich meets the modern...
~1600 ftNE
Museum displaying major European art
Alte Pinakothek, Munich
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Munich, Germany, the Alte Pinakothek is a beacon of art historical significance and a treasure trove of European painting. This prestigious museum, which dates back to the early 19th century, houses an exceptional collection of Old Master...
~490 ftNE
Museum of Greek and Roman sculpture
Glyptothek, Munich
3 min walk • The Glyptothek in Munich, Germany, is a temple to the art of sculpture, where ancient beauty meets neoclassical architecture. Situated in the heart of the city's Kunstareal, the museum district, this institution is dedicated to the preservation and display of Greek...
~360 ftSE
Large neoclassical antiquities museum
Staatliche Antikensammlungen, Munich
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Munich, the Staatliche Antikensammlungen is a museum that beckons those with a passion for ancient art and artifacts. This esteemed institution is dedicated to the preservation and display of classical antiquities, offering a journey through...
~300 ftE
Regal square and classical-style buildings
Königsplatz, Munich
2 min walk • Königsplatz is a square in Munich, Germany. Built in the style of European Neoclassicism in the 19th century, it displays the Propyläen Gate and, facing each other, the Glyptothek and the Staatliche Antikensammlungen.
~1030 ftE
Ancient Egyptian artifacts and exhibitions
Staatliches Museum Ägyptischer Kunst, Munich
5 min walk • The Staatliches Museum Ägyptischer Kunst is an archaeological museum in Munich. It contains the Bavarian state collection of ancient Egyptian art and displays exhibits from both the predynastic and dynastic periods. The associated small Middle East section displays objects from the areas of Assyrian and Babylonian culture.
~1320 ftW
Square, Historicist architecture
Stiglmaierplatz, Munich
7 min walk • Stiglmaierplatz is a square in the Munich district of Maxvorstadt. It was named in 1845 after the artist Johann Baptist Stiglmaier and was previously the Kronprinzenplatz and since 1826 it was known as the Ludwigplatz.
~1570 ftS
Park, Botanical garden
Alter Botanischer Garten, Munich
8 min walk • Old Botanical garden is located in Maxvorstadt, Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
0.5 miS
Cinema, Nightlife
Mathäser Filmpalast, Munich
13 min walk • The Mathäser is a location in Munich. It had a variety of buildings and uses over the centuries but was especially known for its beer. It now houses a large cinema.
~770 ftSE
Museum, Nazi architecture, Specialty museum
Museum für Abgüsse Klassischer Bildwerke, Munich
4 min walk • The Museum für Abgüsse Klassischer Bildwerke is located in the central Maxvorstadt district in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. It is situated, with a number of other cultural institutions, within the Münchner Haus der Kulturinstitute in Katharina-von-Bora-Straße, near the Königsplatz.
~1760 ftS
Fountain
Neptunbrunnen, Munich
9 min walk • Neptunbrunnen is a fountain located in the Alter Botanischer Garten of Munich, Germany. It was sculpted in 1937 at the behest of the National Socialist government by Josef Wackerle.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Propyläen?

Nearby attractions include Königsplatz, Munich (2 min walk), Staatliche Antikensammlungen, Munich (2 min walk), St Boniface's Abbey, Munich (3 min walk), Glyptothek, Munich (3 min walk).

How to get to Propyläen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Propyläen:

Bus

Königsplatz • Lines: 100, 58, 68 (1 min walk)
Karlstraße • Lines: 100, 68 (5 min walk)

Metro

Königsplatz • Lines: U2, U8 (3 min walk)
Stiglmaierplatz • Lines: U1, U7 (10 min walk)

Tram

Karlstraße • Lines: 20, 21, 29, N20 (6 min walk)
Karolinenplatz • Lines: 27, 28, N27 (7 min walk)

Train

Hauptbahnhof (10 min walk)
Karlsplatz (12 min walk)