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Free things to do in Munich
10 places with verified free entry · 3 free today
3 of them are free to enter every day they're open, and 4 have free days or free evenings for everyone. Below, each place shows whether it's free today, the next free date and who else gets in free — museums, landmarks, views and shows, each checked against its official website. What's free this week · cheap tickets under 10
Museums
Almost free Sun 25 OctAlte PinakothekSundays: entry for just €1 (almost free)
Free for someDeutsches MuseumFree for children under 6
Free areaMunich ResidenzFree for children and teens under 18
Almost free Sun 25 OctMuseum BrandhorstSundays: entry for just €1 (almost free)
Free areaNymphenburg PalaceThe palace park is free to enter
Almost free Sun 25 OctPinakothek der ModerneSundays: entry for just €1 (almost free)
Attractions
Parks & gardens
Churches & landmarks
Shows & light displays
FAQ
Free things to do in Munich: common questions
What can you visit for free in Munich?
Free Tickets lists 10 places in Munich with free entry we checked against official sources. Always free: English Garden, Frauenkirche and Glockenspiel. Free on set days: Alte Pinakothek, BMW Welt, Brandhorst and Pinakothek der Moderne. Free for some visitors (children, students, residents and others): Alte Pinakothek, Deutsches Museum, Residenz, Brandhorst, Nymphenburg and Pinakothek der Moderne.
When are museums and landmarks free in Munich?
Alte Pinakothek — sundays: entry for just €1 (almost free) (€1 fee); BMW Welt — world of Basketball 3x3 tournament and FC Bayern Basketball meet & greet (free); Brandhorst — sundays: entry for just €1 (almost free) (€1 fee); Pinakothek der Moderne — sundays: entry for just €1 (almost free) (€1 fee). Each place page shows the next dates, with closures and holidays already taken out.
Which places in Munich are free for children?
Alte Pinakothek, Deutsches Museum, Residenz, Brandhorst, Nymphenburg and Pinakothek der Moderne — age limits differ, see each page for the exact rule and the ID you may need.
Are there free museums in Munich for students or young adults?
Yes: Pinakothek der Moderne. Many of these rules apply only to EU or local residents, so check the conditions on each page.
What if I can't go on a free day?
Among the places here that charge entry, the cheapest standard adult ticket is Brandhorst at €7 (official price). Each place page compares official prices with partner tickets and tours, and our cheap-tickets page lists everything for 10 or less.