Tours and Tickets to Experience Marienplatz

In Marienplatz, you can see some of Munich's most famous architecture. The 16th century Mariensäule (St Mary's Column) sits in the square’s center near the Fischbrunnen fountain, which dates back to the Middle Ages. The New Town Hall (Neus Rathaus) and the 14th century Munich Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) are also worth adding to your itinerary.

Yes, the annual Munich Christmas Market (Münchner Christkindlmarkt) takes place in Marienplatz between late November and Christmas, which is one of the most popular Christmas markets in the city. Also in Marienplatz, you can see the New Town Hall’s glockenspiel’s bells chime and its small figures dance daily.

Yes, Marienplatz has a number of eateries and shops worth visiting. Hofbräuhaus München, a 16th century Bavarian restaurant and beer hall, is one of the most popular restaurant near Marienplatz, Cafe Glockenspiel GmbH has great views of the Marienplatz, and Presse-/Souvenirshop Günter Malescha is ideal for souvenirs.

Marienplatz is a public square in the Old Town of Munich—it’s a pedestrian throughway, which is free to stroll and is continuously open. However, the attractions around Marienplatz have their own operating hours and some require admission fees.

Marienplatz sees the largest crowds during summer, which is peak tourism season, and winter, for the annual Munich Christmas Market. Though Marienplatz will be less crowded on shoulder seasons, it is the historical center of the city and is typically always busy in the afternoons and on weekends.

Marienplatz is a common stop on guided tours of Munich’s historic center. Most walking tours will at least pass through it, while history and architecture tours will likely visit to see the Fischbrunnen, St. Peter's Church (Peterskirche), and Munich Old Town Hall. Self-guided audio tours of the area will also likely feature Marienplatz.