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St. Peter’s Church, Munich vs Theatine Church, Munich

Two churches in Munich. St. Peter’s Church, Munich has no online ticket listed; Theatine Church, Munich has no online ticket listed. The table and the two notes below put them side by side; the full pages have what to see, the ticket and the timing for each.

St. Peter's Church, Munich

St. Peter’s Church, Munich

Munich, Germany

Saint Peter's Church, known to Munich residents as Alter Peter, Old Peter, stands just off the Marienplatz in the centre of Munich, and entry to the church is free, while climbing the tower is ticketed. The tower's viewing platform, reached by about three hundred steps, gives one of the best views in Munich over the Marienplatz, the New Town Hall, the Frauenkirche with its twin domes and, on clear days, the Alps. It is the oldest parish church in Munich.

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Theatine Church, Munich

Theatine Church, Munich

Munich, Germany

The Theatine Church of Saint Cajetan stands on the Odeonsplatz in the centre of Munich, opposite the Feldherrnhalle and beside the Residenz palace and the Hofgarten, and entry is free. Its bright yellow facade and twin towers are one of the most recognisable sights in Munich. Walking tours of Munich include the church along with the Residenz, the Hofgarten, the Feldherrnhalle, the Marienplatz and the Frauenkirche.

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Side by side

St. Peter’s Church, MunichTheatine Church, Munich
TypeBasilicaChurch
Opened—1663
Tickets and tours on GetYourGuidenone listednone listed
Official website—yes

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