# Alte Pinakothek — Munich, Germany

> The Alte Pinakothek is one of the world's oldest public art galleries, opened in 1836 by King Ludwig I of Bavaria to house the Wittelsbach dynasty's extraordinary painting collection. Designed by Leo von Klenze, its long neoclassical facade on Barer Strasse anchors Munich's Kunstareal — a museum quarter that also includes the Neue Pinakothek, the Pinakothek der Moderne, and the Brandhorst Museum.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: €7 standard admission (€1 on Sundays)
- Free entry: €1 admission every Sunday · Under 18 free
- Address: Barer Str. 27, 80333 Munich, Germany
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://www.pinakothek.de/en/alte-pinakothek
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Self-Portrait at 28 — Albrecht Dürer · 1500
- The Last Judgment — Peter Paul Rubens · c. 1618
- Madonna of the Carnation — Leonardo da Vinci · c. 1478
- The Land of Cockaigne — Pieter Bruegel the Elder · 1567

## FAQ
**What is the Alte Pinakothek famous for?**
Dürer's Self-Portrait at 28, Rubens's Last Judgment, Leonardo's Madonna of the Carnation, and one of Europe's greatest collections of Old Master paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries.

**How long should I spend at Alte Pinakothek?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Alte Pinakothek best known for?**
One of the world's oldest and most important art galleries — Old Masters from Dürer and Rubens to Leonardo, Raphael, and Rembrandt in a Ludwig I neoclassical building. Key highlights include German Renaissance — Dürer, Cranach, Altdorfer, and Holbein, Flemish Baroque — Rubens, van Dyck, and Jordaens, Italian Renaissance — Raphael, Titian, Botticelli, and Leonardo.

**How do I get tickets for Alte Pinakothek?**
€7 standard admission (€1 on Sundays) €1 admission every Sunday · Under 18 free. Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.pinakothek.de/en/alte-pinakothek

**Can I visit all three Pinakothek museums in one day?**
Yes — the Alte, Neue, and Moderne Pinakotheken sit within a 5-minute walk in the Kunstareal. A combined day ticket at €12 is excellent value. Allow 2–3 hours for the Alte Pinakothek alone; a full Kunstareal day needs 6–8 hours.

**Which rooms should I prioritise on a short visit?**
Start with Room II for Dürer's Self-Portrait, then Room XVIII for Rubens's Last Judgment, Room VIII for Leonardo's Madonna of the Carnation, and Room XIV for Bruegel. These four rooms contain the most celebrated masterpieces and can be seen in 90 minutes.

**Is photography allowed in the Alte Pinakothek?**
Photography without flash is permitted in the permanent collection galleries. Tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed. Special exhibitions may have separate photography policies.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/alte-pinakothek/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.