15 German Castles and Palaces You Can Get Inside

1.Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,494 reviews Our pick

Compare Neuschwanstein and Linderhof on a full-day trip from Munich, with Hohenschwangau, mountain views, transport, guides, and ticket advice.

“The premier service was really good. The transportation bus was amazing and the refreshments provided in the bus was an added value. The driver Jordan drove safely. Our guide Haine was very knowledgable and mentioned the interesting landmarks during the trip and provided additional info with the castles. Worth the time.”

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2.Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle-Fairytale Day Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,275 reviews · 10 hours · from $95

Review of Munich’s Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castle tour, with transport, timing, ticket costs, walking demands, and practical booking advice.

“It should be better known that you have to pay extra for tickets to enter the place (42€), ontop of what you already pay, and what you are then paying for is JUST transport in truth as both palaces have their own tour guide. However if you do want to do this trip going with a group is really the only and best way of doing it. The timing of the day was good, both palaces were worth seeing”

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3.Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,117 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Review of the Neuschwanstein Castle tour from Munich, with transport, guide quality, walking demands, costs, views, and booking advice.

“Lovely one day trip through the Bavarian Alps to Neuschwanstein Castle. Plenty of opportunities for great photos outside of the castle and the immediate surroundings. Good spots for food, drink, and souvenirs. Was happy to learn that there's a bus that takes you up the hill to the castle entry point, so it's possible for all ages to participate. There are still a fair number of steps inside of the castle, so visitors need to keep that in mind.”

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4.Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,977 reviews · 10 hours · from $93

Review of Radius Tours’ 10-hour Munich trip to Neuschwanstein Castle, with transport, costs, walking advice, guides, views, and practical tips.

“We had such a lovely day with our tour guide Nic! He was super knowledgeable about the area and the history. As we had a small group he made sure that everyone got to branch off and do what they wanted but also had the option to stay with him as he took us around. The castle is amazing, and we opted to go in which was so worth it! Would highly recommend”

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5.Premium Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof VIP Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,480 reviews · 10 hours · from $227Top rated

Review of the Premium Neuschwanstein and Linderhof tour from Munich, with castle tips, coach comforts, costs, walking demands, and winter advice.

“This was a wonderful tip! The staff was very knowledgeable and made sure we were well taken care of! Highly recommend for solo travelers, families and anyone that wants to have a fun safe time seeing the castle and some other spots!”

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6.Elbe River Cruise to Pillnitz Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,411 reviews · 3 hours · from $37

Cruise Dresden’s Elbe to Pillnitz Castle aboard a paddle steamer, with castle views, Blue Wonder Bridge, audio guide, and practical tips.

“Everythnig was great, only the stop at castle Pillnitz is too short, so you can not wisit the castle and sorounding park area...”

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7.Palace Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,369 reviews · 1.5 hours - 1 day · from $27

Cruise Potsdam’s Havel past royal palaces, parks, Peacock Island, and Cecilienhof on a relaxing 90-minute boat tour.

“posh interior, cheap roof furniture; what you don't see on the first way will come around on your tour back”

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8.Sanssouci Palace and Prussian Palaces Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,101 reviews · 1 day · from $25

Explore Sanssouci Palace and Potsdam’s Prussian palaces with a timed entry ticket, audio guide, grand gardens, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

“The guide was fantastic, with a very thorough knowledge of all aspects linked to the palace and the imperial family.”

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9.Charlottenburg Palace Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,076 reviews · 2 hours · from $22

Explore Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin with access to Baroque rooms, the New Wing, gardens, mausoleum, and Schinkel’s New Pavilion.

“The palace is absolutely stunning. we went in December which was great as there was a nice Xmas market right outside. brilliant day out”

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10.Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,756 reviews · 10 hours · from $91

Review of the Munich day trip to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, with costs, timing, castle tips, transport details, and honest pros and cons.

“Fantastic castles tour! Christine was knowledgeable, engaging, and made the history come alive. The driver was professional and friendly, making the journey smooth and comfortable. Highly recommended!”

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11.Dresden Castle General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,328 reviews · 1 day · from $18Best value

Explore Dresden Castle’s royal apartments, Green Vault treasures, Turkish Chamber, armory, and summer tower views with one flexible ticket.

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12.Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip by Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,177 reviews · 10 hours · from $147

Review of a small-group Munich van tour to Neuschwanstein, Wieskirche, Bavarian villages, and a scenic cheese farm.

“Many thanks to Armin for a wonderful day in Bavaria. Armin is polite, punctual and attentive. The trip was held in a comfortable and pleasant atmosphere.”

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13.Premium Neuschwanstein Castle & Linderhof Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,151 reviews · from $220

Review of Munich’s premium Neuschwanstein and Linderhof tour, with luxury transport, castle tickets, Oberammergau, guide tips, and value advice.

“Annette our guide was excellent and that includes the suburb driving by our driver. The bus was high class with wonderful tours for a memorable day”

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14.Potsdam and Sanssouci Palace Tour with Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,094 reviews · from $73

Review of the four-hour Potsdam and Sanssouci Palace tour from Berlin, with bus transfers, palace entry, guided commentary, and practical tips.

“Guide and bus driver were great. We recommend this tour.”

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15.From Hohenschwangau: Tour to Neuschwanstein Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 693 reviews · 3 hours · from $74

Review of the Neuschwanstein Castle tour from Hohenschwangau, with skip-the-line entry, Marienbrücke views, guide, and carriage ride.

“It was the perfect blend of historical and current day information. The tour was perfectly managed between walks and stops to take pictures and hear the history. Stephen is a wonderful tour guide.”

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