Hofgarten

Park · Lehel ·

Hofgarten

Park · Lehel ·

Renaissance garden with music, flowers, and peaceful paths

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Hofgartenstraße 1, 80538 München, Germany Get directions

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"Following in the Footsteps of Bavarian Royalty The courtyard adjacent to the Munich Residence was commissioned by Duke Maximilain I and was designed to resemble an Italian Renaissance Garden. It is a place to get away from it all, right in the middle of the city. Shrub-lined gravel paths are a relaxing place to walk around or take it easy on one of the Hofgarten's many benches and enjoy the flowers or a good book. In summer, the sounds of violins, clarinets, or cellos float from the nearby pavilion. Café Tambosi also has tables set up in the courtyard, where you can enjoy a beer under the shade of the trees."

Urban Hikes in Munich

Hofgarten

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7 best parks and gardens in Munich - SilverKris

"Located directly beside the Residenz, this compact, centrally placed garden is ideal for a leisurely afternoon walk; the laid-back vibe is underscored by the crunch of pebbles underfoot, casual games of boule and the strains of tango drifting from dancers in the pavilion. Its easy accessibility and peaceful atmosphere make it a popular spot for both quick respites and lingering moments in the city center." - SilverKris

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Hofgarten

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7 fun things to do and see you can do at Dusseldorf (once leisure travel is allowed again) - SilverKris

"I took a break in Hofgarten, a beautiful park with meadows, water features and a bandstand that was the inspiration for the famous English Garden in Munich." - JOSEPH REANEY

https://silverkris.singaporeair.com/inspiration/nature-adventure/7-things-you-must-see-do-and-buy-in-dusseldorf-from-carnivals-to-cool-galleries-and-designer-fashion/

Hofgarten

Ernesto J.

Google

Hofgarten in the center of Munich is a beautiful and peaceful spot, perfect for a relaxing stroll or a quiet break from the city. The gardens are well-maintained, and the architecture, including the central pavilion, adds a lovely historic charm. It’s easy to spend some time just enjoying the greenery and the calm atmosphere. A great place for photos, reading, or simply soaking in a bit of Munich’s history and beauty.

Jana K.

Google

No so big, but beautiful garden with wide aisles for walking. One of the biggest pluses for me was autumn colors, making walking through the park even nicer and very photogenic.

Mike M.

Google

A serene and elegantly manicured public park located in the city center. A perfect spot for a casual stroll, a summer picnic, or just people watching. It gives the impression of both an urban green space and a sumptuous palace garden at the same time. Dense trees, flower beds, and sculpted hedges line the pathways, with the historic Munich Residence and the impressive Bavarian State Chancellery lining the perimeters. If you want to see architectural beauty mix harmoniously with natural foliage, this is worth a visit.

Laijie J.

Google

Wonderful garden perfect for strolling around, a picnic or chilling with friends or family on sunny days. Sometimes there is a man playing a violin, in the center of the park, making an even more charming place

Servet Kazım G.

Google

What a beautiful place. It's in the center of the city, but far away from everything else, a peaceful place where you can breathe, relax, and cool off. Of course, don't forget to see the historical buildings.

Hugo C.

Google

These gardens are truly charming. It’s a delight to stroll along the shaded paths, with the trees offering gentle shelter from the sun, and the Royal Palace rising elegantly in the background. The layout of the garden is simple, yet serene. My favorite part is the area surrounding the war memorial—beautifully maintained, framed on one side by a graceful, arch-like structure made of stones.

Dinesh G.

Google

Peaceful and beautifully maintained park right next to the city center. Great place for a quiet walk, to relax under the trees, or just enjoy the calm atmosphere. A hidden gem in Munich!

Hannah W.

Google

Such a beautiful park in the summer! Very peaceful with various activities going on. The paths are very well maintained with benches scattered around. Made for such a memorable evening.

Kris L.

Yelp

This spacious garden is beautifully maintained with multiple walking paths, a pergola where musicians were playing classical music and exterior views of courthouse buildings.

Nancy G.

Yelp

Hofgarten is a beautiful park very near the Englischer Garten. It consists mostly of lawnscapes with floral borders lining the pathways. It was raining the day we visited, so there weren't many people utilizing the space, but I can see how it would be a nice place to have a small picnic and escape the hustle and bustle of every day life. 33/2021

Alison M.

Yelp

A beautiful and well-maintained open public garden somewhat between Marienplatz and the English Garden. Right beside Odeonplatz. It's a great place to people watch, take a break, wander around outside if the day is nice, or sit and enjoy a coffee and snack from one of the nearby shops. As with all of Munich, this is a beautiful public place for people to gather and enjoy the city. Love love love.

Bruce K.

Yelp

This peaceful park was a nice spot to stop during my exploration of Munich. Interesting to watch the multiple bocce matches happening along the interior. The garden was built between 1613 and 1617 by Maximillian I, Elector of Bavadia. It is in the style of an Italian Renaissance garden and has been rebuilt following extensive damage by Allied bombing during World War II.. I'm bummed that I missed seeing the White Rose Memorial, which commemorates a group of non-violent protestors who were killed by Hitler's regime. Odeonsplatz is located adjacent to the park. [Review 12038 overall, 1821 of 2019.]

Julianne P.

Yelp

When I go to the city, I love going to Hofgarten with a coffee and to sit down and chill or just even to have a stroll. It is a gorgeous little park close to the city centre, it is well maintained and people can usually find a place to sit and chill.

Lissa B.

Yelp

Hofgarten is a very peaceful park perfect for a walk or relaxing on the benches for a break from the busy and loud city. There weren't that many people so it wasn't crowded. While it's probably not worth going out of your way for, if you just happen to be in the area and need somewhere quite, this is a good spot.

Jason L.

Yelp

The Hofgarten is a really nice park to walk through as the gardens are as well. When I walked through these gardens there was a pianist playing great classics as though he were a professional musician. I suppose from the donations received he is indeed a professional. There wasn't a single key off tune. I wonder how he got the piano there, I imagine it was quite arduous to get it in the pavilion. Especially, alone through the gravel. Needless to say it was quite the romantic ambience. The beautiful gardens with the talented pianist playing classical pieces with the water fountain running in the background.

Hannah Y.

Yelp

I found this park to be very pretty, with its historical landmark and pretty flower garden. It is a very peaceful park; perfect for a light stroll with plenty of benches. I think Hofgarten is a wonderful getaway from the loud city just outside of the Arc de Triomphe. Walking through the gardens you will spot plenty of little critters and pets with their owners, or musicians playing light instruments whilst adjusting to the seasonal air. Without a doubt, come bring a book and nestle under a tree, but don't be alarmed if a little critter comes towards you x

Sophie P.

Yelp

Taking a stroll overlooking the sunset on a lovely summer night- it was perfect. There wasn't many people and there are benches you can sit on and just people watch or read etc. very nice for some time away from the busy city to sit in peace and quiet.

James P. B.

Yelp

I like cutting through here when on my way to the English Garden after getting off at Odeonsplatz.

Rebecca S.

Yelp

Beautiful garden, and the perfect place to kill an afternoon! Bring a book and sit outside in the sun :)

Stanley S.

Yelp

Nothing spectacular this inviting garden next to the Residenz provides a quick respite after the dull exploration of the Residenz Museum. Grab a snack and sit on one of the many benches or lawn areas to take in a few moments of sun. I would imagine several hundred years ago the Hofgarten was more spectacular and better kept up but today is still serves as a resting spot for those needing a break.

GT W.

Yelp

Beautiful, large park that is a Renaissance-era garden/grounds. Very quiet and uncrowded when I visited. Central gazebo is beautiful along with extensive collonades that border the garden. There is also a gigantic glass-roofed building inside, the war memorial or Kriegerdenkmal. Did not visit in there, however.

@afar

25,132 Postcards · 3,702 Cities

Urban Hikes in Munich

Hofgarten

@silverkris

10,054 Postcards · 2,273 Cities

7 best parks and gardens in Munich - SilverKris

https://silverkris.singaporeair.com/inspiration/nature-adventure/sightseeing/best-parks-and-gardens-in-munich-germany/

Hofgarten

@silverkris

10,054 Postcards · 2,273 Cities

7 fun things to do and see you can do at Dusseldorf (once leisure travel is allowed again) - SilverKris

"I took a break in Hofgarten, a beautiful park with meadows, water features and a bandstand that was the inspiration for the famous English Garden in Munich." - JOSEPH REANEY

https://silverkris.singaporeair.com/inspiration/nature-adventure/7-things-you-must-see-do-and-buy-in-dusseldorf-from-carnivals-to-cool-galleries-and-designer-fashion/

Hofgarten

Ernesto J.

Google

Jana K.

Google

No so big, but beautiful garden with wide aisles for walking. One of the biggest pluses for me was autumn colors, making walking through the park even nicer and very photogenic.

Mike M.

Google

Laijie J.

Google

Servet Kazım G.

Google

Hugo C.

Google

Dinesh G.

Google

Peaceful and beautifully maintained park right next to the city center. Great place for a quiet walk, to relax under the trees, or just enjoy the calm atmosphere. A hidden gem in Munich!

Hannah W.

Google

Such a beautiful park in the summer! Very peaceful with various activities going on. The paths are very well maintained with benches scattered around. Made for such a memorable evening.

Kris L.

Yelp

This spacious garden is beautifully maintained with multiple walking paths, a pergola where musicians were playing classical music and exterior views of courthouse buildings.

Nancy G.

Yelp

Alison M.

Yelp

Bruce K.

Yelp

Julianne P.

Yelp

Lissa B.

Yelp

Jason L.

Yelp

Hannah Y.

Yelp

Sophie P.

Yelp

James P. B.

Yelp

I like cutting through here when on my way to the English Garden after getting off at Odeonsplatz.

Rebecca S.

Yelp

Beautiful garden, and the perfect place to kill an afternoon! Bring a book and sit outside in the sun :)

Stanley S.

Yelp

GT W.

Yelp

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