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Glyptothek
Museum4.7 · 1 9534.4 · 391≈ 1 h 30 minEntry: ~6 €1.3 km from the center
Munich's oldest public museum, occupying an elegant neoclassical building on Königsplatz designed by Leo von Klenze and completed in 1830 for King Ludwig I. The museum is exclusively devoted to ancient sculpture, showcasing Greek and Roman masterworks in light-filled brick halls. Highlights include the celebrated Barberini Faun, archaic kouroi figures, and the dramatic Aegina pediment marbles.
Highlights
- World-class Greek and Roman classical sculptures
- The famous Hellenistic Barberini Faun
- Archaic pedimental statues from the Temple of Aphaia
- Striking neoclassical architecture by Leo von Klenze
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Fri | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Sat | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Sun | 10:00 – 17:00 |
What’s nearby
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