Neuschwanstein Castle Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Neuschwanstein Castle. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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Admission to Neuschwanstein Castle costs €21 for adults, €20 for seniors over 65 and students, and young people aged 18 and under enter for free. As the castle is such a popular attraction, booking tickets in advance is highly recommended; there’s a €2.50 fee for online bookings.

Yes, Neuschwanstein Castle is definitely worth visiting. It's a very popular destination in southern Germany, and many people visit on day trips from Munich. Some tours include other area attractions, such as Linderhof Castle or Hohenschwangau village, and are a good way to learn more about Bavaria while avoiding the hassle of self-driving or catching public transportation.

Per one customer who booked the Neuschwanstein Castle Tour From Munich, "This was such a perfect day trip out of Munich. We especially loved our tour guide, Lana, who was ready with facts and wit that made the entire day feel magical. She made it the perfect experience."

Yes. The only way to visit Neuschwanstein Castle is by buying tickets for the interior guided tours operated by the castle itself. You can purchase tickets for these timed tours on the day at the Neuschwanstein ticket center in the nearby village of Hohenschwangau—arrive early to avoid long waits in high season—or purchase tickets online in advance.

You can only visit Neuschwanstein Castle on timed, castle-run tours showing its highlights in around 30 minutes. However, when you factor in time to collect entry tickets, reach the castle by foot, bus, or horse-drawn carriage; and absorb the castle views from Queen Mary’s Bridge, your visit can take 4-5 hours.

The 40-minute or so walk to Neuschwanstein Castle is steep but more than manageable if you’re reasonably fit. However, if you have mobility difficulties or simply don't fancy the hike, you can catch horse-drawn carriages to two-thirds of the way up or a shuttle bus to Queen Mary’s Bridge, from where a downhill stroll brings you to the castle.

No. To avoid the entire 40-minute-or-so hike up to Neuschwanstein, horse-drawn carriages from Hohenschwangau village ferry visitors within a 15-minute walk of the castle. Alternatively, buses from Hohenschwangau run to nearby Queen Mary’s Bridge, from where you can stroll downhill to Neuschwanstein and, after visiting, walk back down to Hohenschwangau.

No, visitors aren’t permitted to take photos or videos inside Neuschwanstein Castle. However, you can photograph its exterior to capture its fairy-tale architecture and location. A favorite photo stop is nearby Queen Mary’s Bridge which affords unobstructed views of the castle, but you'll find additional viewpoints, including a glass deck, on the road from Hohenschwangau.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Neuschwanstein Castle. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Munich:

• Linderhof Castle

• Odeonsplatz

• Marienplatz

• Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche)

• Viktualienmarkt

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Munich.