How to skip the lines at Neuschwanstein Castle

What's not allowed

• Photography and animals, including service animals.
• You are not allowed to drive up to the castle in a personal car.

Accessibility

• Neuschwanstein Castle offers an elevator for wheelchair access. To ensure availability, we recommend you reserve it in advance.
• The hiking trail to the castle is paved and partly very steep. It's best to use the horse carriage transport where any regular-sized, foldable wheelchair can be stowed in the trunk of the carriage. Please note that the carriages do not have a ramp.

Additional information

• It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
• Please note: For the royal castles, entry tickets for babies, toddlers, and children are required, along with a valid document.
• The optional audio guide is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Hungarian, Korean, Slovenian, Greek, Thai, Arabic, Hebrew, and Dutch.

Inclusions #

• Entry ticket to Neuschwanstein Castle

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Audio guide in 19 languages

• Bus ride up to Mary’s Bridge (if operational) (as per option selected)

• Ride downhill with a horse carriage (if operational) (as per option selected)

• Guided tour of Linderhof Castle & Neuschwanstein Castle grounds (as per option selected)

• Entry to Linderhof Castle (as per option selected)

• Round-trip transfers in an AC bus from Munich (as per option selected)

• Audio guide in Mandarin, Japanese, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian & Russian at the castles (as per option selected)

• Round-trip train transfers from Munich (Jan to Mar) (as per option selected)

• Round-trip bus transfers from Munich (Apr to Dec) (as per option selected)

• Munich City audio guide

What's not allowed

• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

• The audio guide is available in Mandarin, Japanese, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and Russian.
• The audio guide is subject to availability.
• Please note, if you choose the option without tickets, you may buy the entrance tickets on the bus for 37€ per adult.

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of the Linderhof Palace & the Neuschwanstein Castle grounds

• Skip-the-line ticket to the castles (based on option selected)

• English-speaking guide

• Audio guide in Mandarin, Japanese, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian & Russian at the castles (based on option selected)

• Round-trip transfers in an AC coach (based on option selected)

• Snacks (based on option selected)

Inclusions #

• Entry to the Linderhof Castle & the Neuschwanstein Castle

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Round-trip transfers in an AC coach

• Free WiFi, snacks & drinks available onboard

Relax on a scenic coach with included palace entries, an English speaking guide, plus drinks and snacks onboard.

• Full day trip to: Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Palace from Munich through Bavaria.
• You'll get: Round-trip transport by luxury coach from Munich, included entrance tickets to Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle, an English speaking guide, onboard snacks and drinks, and organised travel between all stops.
• Linderhof Palace: Visit King Ludwig II’s ornate palace and explore its landscaped grounds, including entry to the famous Venus Grotto as part of your stop.
• Neuschwanstein Castle: Discover the fairy tale castle with included entry, plus time to admire the mountain surroundings and take photos around the castle area.
• Why choose this: Useful if you want a fully planned castle day trip with transport, palace tickets, guide services, and onboard refreshments all arranged in one small group experience.

Inclusions #

• Entrance fees for Linderhof Palace, Venus Grotto, and Neuschwanstein Castle

• Professional English-speaking guide

• Transportation in a modern luxury coach

• Snacks and drinks on board

Exclusions #

• Lunch in Hohenschwangau

What to bring

• Weather-appropriate clothing: Dress appropriately for the weather during your visit to the castles.
• Comfortable footwear: Be prepared for walking and exploring the castle grounds.

Additional information

• Group size: The tour operates in a small group for a more personalized experience.
• Check-in time: Check in at the meeting point at 8:20am before departure.
• Departure time: The coach departs at 8:30am, so ensure you arrive on time.
• Seasonal grotto access: Venus Grotto is open for visits only from May 1 to October 15.
• Lunch: Lunch in Hohenschwangau is not included and must be purchased separately.

What's not allowed

• Pets are not allowed.
• Large luggage, hiking backpacks, or military backpacks are not allowed inside the castles and the museum.
• Photography and taking videos are strictly prohibited inside the castle.

Accessibility

• The interiors of the castle are not wheelchair accessible.
• The hiking path to Hohenschwangau Castle is gently sloped and entirely stair-free.
• The castle courtyards are strollers/buggy accessible.

Additional information

• Please be aware that luggage checks may take place at Neuschwanstein Castle's entrance to ensure the safety of all visitors.

Inclusions #

• Skip-the-line entry to Hohenschwangau Castle

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Hungarian, Czech, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin & Korean

Relax on a scenic coach with an English guide and guaranteed on board ticket purchase to cut queues.

• Full day out to: Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau from Munich in a modern air conditioned coach with an English speaking guide, travel through the Bavarian countryside, plus free time at Marienbridge.
• You'll get: An English speaking guide on the coach, free time at each stop instead of set tours, and the chance to buy your castle entry tickets on board.
• Hohenschwangau Castle: Spend your time exploring around Hohenschwangau Castle at your own pace, with the option to use tickets bought on the coach to go inside.
• Neuschwanstein Castle: Walk up to Neuschwanstein Castle area during your stop, explore or take photos outside, and use any entry tickets bought on the coach to visit inside.
• Marienbridge: Use your free time at Marienbridge for a short walk, photos of the surrounding area, or a break before you return to Munich on the coach.
• Why choose this: Helpful if you do not want to drive or plan castle logistics yourself, since transport, timing, and ticket arrangements are all handled together.

Inclusions #

• Professional English-speaking tour guide

• Modern air-conditioned coach

• Parking fees and tax included

• Free time to visit Marienbridge

Exclusions #

• Entry fees for Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein Castle

• Meals and beverages

Additional information

• Check-in time: Check in at the meeting point by 8:50am.
• Departure time: Expect the tour to depart from Munich at 9am.
• Return time: Plan to return to Munich at approximately 7pm.
• Entrance fees: Note that entrance fees for both castles are not included in your ticket.
• Onboard ticket purchase: Buy guaranteed entrance tickets for both castles directly on the coach.
• Guided castle tours: Remember that guided tours inside the castles require an extra fee.
• Free time: Enjoy free time to visit Marienbridge and explore the surrounding area.
• Weather note: Be aware that weather conditions may affect access to Marienbridge.
• Group size: Join a group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
• Language of guide: Follow your professional English-speaking tour guide throughout the day.