Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich

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Itinerary

1. This where the tour starts and you meet your guide. After that, it will be a 2 hour journey to Neuschwanstein.

2. Schloss Neuschwanstein, often known as Germany’s "Cinderella castle," was actually the inspiration for a different Disney story, the ‘Sleeping Beauty’ castle at Disneyland. The entrance fee to the castle is not included (you can pay on the day), but by booking this tour in advance, you’ll receive skip-the-line access to Neuschwanstein so you won’t waste time standing in the ticket queue. The entrance fee to the castle is not included (you can pay on the day), but by booking this tour in advance, you’ll receive skip-the-line access to Neuschwanstein so you won’t waste time standing in the ticket queue. Once inside the enchanting structure, take a tour with a guide, who shares fascinating stories about the reclusive Bavarian king who commissioned a new residence in the 19th century. Thought to be mad, King Ludwig II desired a fantasy castle built in the mountains, an obsessive feat that was still incomplete when he died. Visit the best vantage points for views and photo ops of the castle’s towers, interiors and surrounding scenery such as the lake, gorge and equally beautiful Hohenschwangau Castle.

   5 h

3. We will return to the starting point to conclude the tour.

   15 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 5,523 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Most memorable tour

  One of my most memorable tours in Munich! Jeff made it very interesting with the castle history and his sense of humor made me have my attention to 100%. I highly recommend this tour for its fun and history. I wouldn't have learned so much about the castle or had fun if it weren't for this tour. Thank you Jeff for making it memorable one!

  Cinthusha_sOctober 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Fun and Easy!

  A very lovely day! The bus ride in was very smooth and comfortable. Jeremy was friendly and well-informed and regaled us with funny little historical anecdotes about the royals and the castle. The castle is beautiful. Definitely pay the extra 24 euros to take the interior castle tour. It’s wonderfully kooky inside! And definitely take the shuttle up the hill to the castle. (You will need cash.) The whole experience was very relaxed. We had plenty of time to eat and poke around in the shops before the main castle tour. This was the last day of my trip and it ended on a very high note!

  Voyage23454585182October 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Enjoyable tour

  Fantastic day, our guide Thomas was so knowledgeable and loved the castle, his passion for Ludwig and Wagner was brilliant. The history of the castle and the inside of the castle is incredible. Shame you can’t take photos of inside.

  Fiona_KOctober 2026via Viator

• 5Castle tour

  Amazing day. Charlie was very informative and gave amazing information. He allowed questions and made sure everyone was where they needed to be. Castle tour seemed a bit rushed but was great.

  862timhOctober 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Thomas made this a fantastic and unforgatable expediente for my kid. Nicely organized and well illustrared.

  Would defenitely book again in a future tríp. This was well organized with more information from the bus Guide Than from those in-house castle guiles.

  Tulio_MOctober 2026via Viator

• 55 stars for tour guide Charlie Hacker

  Tour Guide Charlie , was incredibly helpful , his knowledge of the castle and its history were ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Stars – An Outstanding Tour Guide! We had a wonderful tour from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle, thanks to our fantastic guide, Charlie! Charlie was professional, knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining. His humour and engaging storytelling brought the region’s history to life, while his helpful and approachable nature ensured everyone felt comfortable throughout the day. He made our visit even more memorable, and we highly recommend him! 10 out of 10!

  Companion30880068680October 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Munich

• Its from-price is 84% below the median of the 189 day trips we list in Munich.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 3 of 189.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Munich

Munich is the Bavarian capital, with a rebuilt old town, beer gardens, royal palaces and the Alps visible on clear days to the south.

Marienplatz, the main square, is overlooked by the neo-Gothic New Town Hall, whose Glockenspiel chimes with mechanical figures, and by the twin onion-domed towers of the Frauenkirche. The Viktualienmarkt close by is a food market with a beer garden. The Residenz, the former home of Bavaria's rulers, has lavish halls and a treasury, and Nymphenburg Palace stands in a park to the west.

Top-ranked sights in Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle, Marienplatz, Odeonsplatz.

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