Maximilianeum Palace

Address: Maximilianstraße 37, 80539 München, Germany

Website: https://www.bayern.landtag.de/

Hours: Visitor tours scheduled Mon-Fri (check Landtag website for times)

Admission: Guided tours available; the Bavarian Landtag visitor programme is free (book in advance)

The Maximilianeum is an ornate 19th century building in Munich, Bavaria, that serves as the seat of the Bavarian State Parliament. It was founded by King Maximilian II as an endowed institution and occupies a prominent urban site.

Architecturally it is a notable example of historicist 19th century civic building design and includes ceremonial spaces and parliamentary chambers. The lower levels originally accommodated a foundation for gifted students while the upper floors later became used for government purposes.

Since the mid 20th century the building has been associated with the Bavarian Landtag and state political life. It stands at the eastern end of Maximilianstraße on the bank of the Isar river in central Munich.

• Function: Houses the Bavarian State Parliament and was originally established as an endowed foundation by King Maximilian II of Bavaria in the 19th century.

Located on Maximilianstraße on the eastern edge of Munich’s Altstadt, the Maximilianeum is a 10-15 minute walk from Marienplatz. Public transport: U-Bahn to Odeonsplatz (Lines U3/U4) or bus services to nearby stops. Street-level access is straightforward; guided tours depart from the visitor centre (advance booking recommended).

• Book a free guided tour of the Bavarian Landtag via the parliament's visitor service - tours fill up, especially during legislative sessions.
• Walk down Maximilianstraße afterwards to see the luxury boutiques and the contrast between the parliament's austere façade and the street's opulence.
• Visit around late afternoon to watch the golden light hit the palace's ornamental cornice.