Alte Pinakothek, Munich: a practical visitor guide
Quick answer
The Alte Pinakothek in Munich is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00 (until 20:00 on Tuesday and Wednesday), and closed on Mondays. Tickets cost €9 (€6 reduced), only €1 on Sundays, and are free for under-18s. Two hours cover the highlights.
Hours and prices checked on · Official website
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Why it is a must
The Alte Pinakothek holds one of Europe's great Old Master collections, with paintings from the 14th to the 18th century: Dürer, Raphael, Leonardo, Botticelli, Rubens, Rembrandt, Velázquez and Murillo. More than 700 works hang in bright, spacious galleries covering German, Flemish, Dutch and Italian painting, telling the story of European painting without the crush of bigger museums.
How to plan your visit
- Sundays (€1) are great value but busier; for calm, choose a Tuesday or Wednesday evening.
- Bring small bags: backpacks and large bags go to the cloakroom or lockers (1 or 2 euro coins).
- Photography for private use is allowed, without flash or tripod.
- Use the museum's free app (Alte Pinakothek Unframed): tours in German and English, plus tours for kids.
- A €12 combined ticket covers the Pinakotheken, Museum Brandhorst and Sammlung Schack and is sold only at the ticket office.
Combining it with the Kunstareal
The museum is part of Munich's Kunstareal, next to the Pinakothek der Moderne and the Museum Brandhorst. The Neue Pinakothek has been closed for renovation since 2018, and a selection of 19th-century masterpieces is shown on the ground floor of the Alte Pinakothek's east wing. With the AnyArt app you can point your camera at any painting and hear its story, an alternative to renting an audio guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Alte Pinakothek?
General admission is €9 and reduced €6. On Sundays it costs €1, and under-18s enter free.
What day is the Alte Pinakothek closed?
Mondays. Tuesday and Wednesday it is open until 20:00 and other days until 18:00.
How long do you need?
About 2 hours for the masterpieces and 3 to 4 if you want to explore the Flemish and Italian rooms.
Is the Alte Pinakothek closed for renovation?
The official site shows no closure or renovation notice. The neighbouring Neue Pinakothek is the one closed for refurbishment.
Can you take photos?
Yes, for private use without flash or tripod.