I still have many toys from my childhood and they are obviously very different than the toys that can be bought today for children. I’ve been to a toy Museum in my hometown Bucharest Romania and I had a trip down memory lane with toys from Romania from different periods of time.
When I started to research the places to visit in Munich I had on my list the toy Museum but I wasn’t sure that we would have time to visit it.
After we saw the 11 AM show of the Rathaus-Glockenspiel (clock) in Munich, visited the New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus), and saw the city from above, from the tower here, we started to walk futher, toward the famous churches in the area.
But our first stop was the Toy Museum (Spielzeugmuseum), a delightful and nostalgic attraction in the Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) at Marienplatz.
Even before giving you more details about the museum and telling you a few things you have to know before visiting the Toy Museum in Munich, I will say this: if you’re a fan of vintage toys, history, or simply looking for a unique way to spend some time in Munich, this museum is a must-see. With its extensive collection of toys that span more than 200 years, the Toy Museum offers a charming journey through the evolution of play.
And yes, it is a great attraction in Munich for you even if you are not visiting with kids. Because it is a museum for all ages!
I would say that the Toy Museum is a hidden gem in Munich that brings out the child in everyone. In this article, I’ll cover everything you need to know about visiting the Toy Museum, from its history and top exhibits to tips for making the most of your visit.
Munich Toy Museum: A Complete Visitor’s Guide to the Spielzeugmuseum
Where it is Located + How to Get Inside + Useful Tips
I already mentioned that the museum is in Marienplatz, one of the most famous (actually the most famous) place in Munich.
The museum is inside one of the towers of the Old City Hall (Altes Rathaus). It is very close to the New Town Hall (less than 1 minute walk) and also less than a minute from the subway exit (Marienplatz station).
As it is located inside a tower, the stairs are… spiral staircase! This can be tricky for some – but read on as I will share with you how a claustrophobic person (myself) was able to visit this and everything was ok!
When we arrived at the entrance, my son went inside first, then I followed him. I took a few steps and when I saw the spiral staircase with no windows I decided to go back…