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Munich City Guide - Key Attractions - The Three Pinakotheks

The Alte Pinakothek (Old Pinacotheca), constructed in the 19th century for King Ludwig I, is home to one of the world's oldest and most important collections of paintings by European Old Masters, including Dürer, Raphael, Rembrandt and Rubens.

The Neue Pinakothek (New Pinacotheca), located opposite in a modern building, was conceived by Ludwig I, as a showcase for contemporary art. The museum houses European painting and sculpture from the second half of the 18th century to the beginning of the 20th century. German painting of the 19th century forms the core of the collection. The entrance price includes an audio-guide, which is available in English.

The third Pinakothek der Moderne (Pinacotheca of Modern Art) is a collection of contemporary art, architecture and design, taken from disparate collections throughout the city to complement the works housed in the first two galleries. The Glyptothek (ancient Greek art) and the Antikensammlung (antiquities collection) are located nearby at Königsplatz.

Alte Pinakothek
Barer Strasse 27
Tel: (089) 2380 5216.
Website: www.pinakothek.de/alte-pinakothek
Admission charge.

Neue Pinakothek
Barer Strasse 29
Tel: (089) 2380 5195.
Website: www.pinakothek.de/neue-pinakothek
Admission charge.

Pinakothek der Moderne
Barer Strasse 40
Tel: (089) 2380 5360.
Website: www.pinakothek.de/pinakothek-der-moderne
Admission charge.

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