Marienplatz, the historic heart of Munich since its founding in 1158, has long been the city’s central stage for markets, celebrations, and public life. Named after the Mariensäule, a column erected in 1638 to thank the Virgin Mary for protecting the city, the square is framed by the Gothic splendour of the New Town Hall and the Old Town Hall. The famous Glockenspiel in the New Town Hall tower draws crowds daily with its life-sized figures reenacting scenes from Munich’s past. Once the hub of medieval trade routes, Marienplatz remains a vibrant meeting point, linking major shopping streets, cultural landmarks, and the pedestrian zone. From championship celebrations for FC Bayern to the festive Christkindlmarkt, it is a place where tradition and modern city life meet. With cafés, street performers, and views of the Frauenkirche’s twin towers, Marienplatz offers an enduring snapshot of Munich’s spirit at the very centre of the city.
Munich Germany
Marienplatz is the historic central square of Munich, located in the heart of the city’s Old Town. It has been the city's main square since 1158 and serves as a vibrant focal point for locals and visitors alike. Dominated by the stunning Neo-Gothic New Town Hall with its famous Glockenspiel, which performs daily reenactments of Bavarian history, Marienplatz also features the Old Town Hall and the Mariensäule, a Marian column commemorating the end of Swedish occupation. Surrounding the square are numerous shops, restaurants, and cafes, and it marks the beginning of Munich’s bustling pedestrian zone. Within easy walking distance lie churches like St. Peter’s Church and the iconic Frauenkirche, as well as cultural landmarks such as Viktualienmarkt, the National Theater, and the Residenz palace. The square is lively year-round, hosting major events including Christmas markets and celebrations for FC Bayern Munich championships, making Marienplatz the beating heart of the city’s social, cultural, and commercial life.
Museum
Bayerisches Nationalmuseum
Museum
Jüdisches Museum München
Museum
BMW Museum
Museum
Alte Pinakothek
Museum
Neue Pinakothek
Museum
Pinakothek der Moderne
Museum
Museum Brandhorst
Museum
Lenbachhaus
Museum
Glyptothek
Museum
Museum Fünf Kontinente
Museum
Haus der Kunst
Museum
Paläontologisches Museum München
Museum
Residenzmuseum
Museum
NS-Dokumentationszentrum München
Museum
Staatliche Sammlung Ägyptischer Kunst
Museum
MUCA – Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art
Museum
Deutsches Museum Verkehrszentrum
Museum
Museum der Gipsabgüsse klassischer Bildwerke
Museum
Staatliche Antikensammlungen
Museum
Marstallmuseum
Museum
Munich National Theatre
Theatre
Bayerisches Staatsschauspiel
Theatre
Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz
Theatre
Prinzregententheater
Theatre
Münchner Kammerspiele
Theatre
Münchner Volkstheater
Theatre
Deutsches Theater
Theatre
Münchner Theater für Kinder
Theatre
Cuvilliés Theatre
Theatre
Akademietheater
Theatre
Komödie im Bayerischen Hof
Theatre
Galerie Michael Heufelder
Gallery
Schack-Galerie
Gallery
Galerie am Haus der Kunst
Gallery
Gudrun Spielvogel Galerie & Edition
Gallery
Galerie Rottmann Fünf
Gallery
Galerie Sabine Knust
Gallery
JO VAN DE LOO
Gallery
Kunstraum München
Theatre
Galerie Christine Mayer
Gallery
Munich Residence
Castle
Alter Hof
Palace
Nymphenburg Palace
Palace
Schloss Blutenburg
Castle
Frauenkirche
Cathedral
Englischer Garten
Park
Chinesischer Turm
Landmark
Siegestor
Historical Landmark
BMW Welt
Museum
Olympiapark
Park
Luitpoldpark
Park
Angel of Peace
Historical Landmark
Hofgarten
Park
Ostpark
Park
Maximiliansanlagen
Park
Botanical Garden Munich-Nymphenburg
Botanical Garden
Petuelpark
Park
Riemer Park
Park
Südpark
Park
Bavariapark
Park
Bavaria Statue
Historical Landmark
Obelisk on Karolinenplatz
Historical Landmark
Mariensäule
Monument
Wittelsbacher Fountain
Historical Landmark
Viktualienmarkt
Market
Elisabethmarkt
Market
Bauernmarkt am Josephsplatz
Market
Wiener Markt
Market
Bauernmarkt am Mariahilfplatz
Market
Wochenmarkt Au
Market
Schwabinger Hofflohmärkte
Market
Bayerische Volkssternwarte München
Observatory
ESO Supernova Planetarium
Planetarium