Maximillianstrasse

The street stretches from Max-Joseph-Platz, home to the National Theatre and the Residenz, all the way to the Maximilianeum on the eastern bank of the Isar. As a public thoroughfare, there is no entry fee to stroll along the avenue and enjoy the architecture. Most of the exclusive boutiques and designer stores are open from Monday to Saturday, typically between 10:00 and 19:00 or 20:00, and remain closed on Sundays. While many of the shops are cater to luxury budgets, the street is also home to significant cultural institutions such as the Museum Five Continents and the Kammerspiele theatre. For those looking for a premium stay, the world-famous Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski is located directly on this prestigious mile.

Even if you do not plan on making a purchase, Maximilianstrasse is an excellent location for window shopping and people-watching. It is a very clean and safe area, though you should expect higher prices at the local cafes and restaurants compared to other parts of the city. For car enthusiasts, the street is a well-known spot to see rare supercars parked along the curbs. If you are interested in history, take time to notice the various monuments dedicated to figures like Count Deroy and Schelling located along the eastern section. While the western part is highly commercialized, the eastern half becomes more park-like and quiet as it approaches the river, offering a pleasant change of pace for a leisurely walk through the Bavarian capital.

Maximilianstrasse is centrally located and easily accessible from anywhere in Munich. The best way to reach the western end is by taking the U-Bahn lines U3 or U6 to Marienplatz or Odeonsplatz, both of which are just a few minutes' walk away. For a direct route that traverses the length of the street, you can hop on Tram lines 19 or 21, which stop at several points including Kammerspiele and Maxmonument. If you are starting from the Munich Main Station, the tram takes about 15 minutes to reach the heart of the boulevard. For those arriving at the eastern end, the U4 or U5 subway lines to Lehel station will put you within a short walking distance of the Maximilianeum and the Isar river crossings.