Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz, Munich

Name: Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz
Address: Gaertnerplatz 3, Munich, 80469, Germany
Telephone: +49 89 202411

#157 among attractions in Munich

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Facts and practical information

The Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz, commonly called the Gärtnerplatztheater, is an opera house and opera company in Munich. Designed by Michael Reiffenstuel, it opened on 4 November 1865 as the city's second major theatre after the National Theatre. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 4 November 1865 (159 years ago)Coordinates: 48°7'52"N, 11°34'33"E

Address

Gaertnerplatz 3Ludwigsvorstadt - Isarvorstadt (Gärtnerplatz)Munich 80469 Germany

Contact

+49 89 202411

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Day trips

Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Deutsches Museum, Rindermarkt, St. Peter, Viktualienmarkt.

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Exhibitions on science and technology
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~1930 ftN
Street, Square
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~1940 ftN
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~1640 ftN
Vast farmer's market founded in 1800s
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~1720 ftN
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~1400 ftNW
State-of-the-art Jewish history museum
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~1920 ftNW
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~1870 ftNE
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~1600 ftNW
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~1580 ftNW
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~1520 ftNW
Museum
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz open?

Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz is open:

Monday 10 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz?

Nearby attractions include The Seven, Munich (4 min walk), Teamtheater, Munich (5 min walk), Fraunhoferstraße, Munich (5 min walk), Blumenstraße 29, Munich (6 min walk).

How to get to Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz by public transport?

The nearest stations to Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz:

Bus

Gärtnerplatztheater • Lines: 52, 62 (2 min walk)
Baaderstraße • Lines: 52, 62 (4 min walk)

Metro

Fraunhoferstraße • Lines: U1, U2, U7, U8 (4 min walk)
Sendlinger Tor • Lines: U1, U2, U3, U6, U7, U8 (11 min walk)

Tram

Reichenbachplatz • Lines: 16, N17 (4 min walk)
Müllerstraße • Lines: 16, 18, N17, N27 (5 min walk)

Train

Marienplatz (11 min walk)
Karlsplatz (19 min walk)