Culture right on the hotel's doorstep —
Cultural hotspots around JAMS: stages, creative spaces and museums in Munich
Munich’s vibrant cultural scene starts right outside the JAMS, in the area between Rosenheimer Straße, the Isar and Ostbahnhof.
The area surrounding the hotel is home to a variety of attractions, from museums and live music venues to former industrial buildings showcasing contemporary art and major event spaces.
The neighbourhoods of Haidhausen, Au and Werksviertel are among the places where Munich reveals its unique and multifaceted side. You can stroll through artists’ studios and exhibitions in the morning, discover digital projects in the afternoon, and attend concerts or theatre performances in the evening.
We have put together a selection of cultural spots in Munich that complement the JAMS experience of music, art and urban design.
JAM IT!
— Freddie Mercury
Live & loud —
Music and venues around Jams
For concert-goers, several of Munich’s most interesting venues are within easy reach of one another. The Muffatwerk, the Werksviertel and smaller live music venues each offer a different experience, showcasing industrial backdrops, urban culture and new sounds. Anyone looking to continue the evening after a stay at JAMS will find plenty of opportunities to do so nearby.
Milla Club
Milla is a small live music venue with a bar and a diverse musical programme. The stage features local up-and-coming artists, international performers and new favourite bands, playing everything from indie and pop to jazz, hip-hop and electronic music. Although the club is a little further from JAMS, it is well worth the journey for music fans.
Holzstraße 28, 80469 Munich
Import Export
In the creative quarter on Dachauer Straße, Import Export hosts concerts, discussion groups, readings and workshops for children and adults. The programme also includes film screenings and theatre performances. This open cultural venue is a good choice for anyone who wants to experience Munich from within rather than simply observe it from the outside.
Dachauer Straße 114, 80636 Munich
Muffatwerk
Muffatwerk is a characterful brick complex and cultural venue on the banks of the Isar. Once a power station, it is now home to Muffathalle, Ampere and Muffatcafé. The programme includes concerts, club nights, dance events, performances, readings and poetry slams. It’s a place for evenings that tend to go on a little later.
Zellstraße 4, 81667 Munich
Art in remix —
Art and Culture in Munich
Munich boasts significant art collections and a vibrant contemporary art scene. Around the Museumsinsel, in historic artists’ residences and at urban art sites, a wide range of artistic and cultural perspectives come together. From JAMS, you can easily access museums, exhibitions and creative venues where technology, urban art and the city’s cultural heritage meet.
Museum Villa Stuck
At Villa Stuck, a historic artist’s residence provides the setting for contemporary art. Franz von Stuck’s former home and studio is a work of art in itself, featuring unique rooms, ornamentation and an almost theatrical atmosphere. The historic residence is complemented by a programme of changing exhibitions.
Prinzregentenstraße 60, 81675 Munich
Haidhausen-Museum
The Haidhausen Museum explores the history of the neighbourhood. The Gründerzeit era, traditional crafts, courtyards and everyday life in Haidhausen are brought to life through the museum’s exhibitions. Anyone wishing to discover Jams and its neighbourhood as more than just a beautiful backdrop should make time for this peaceful cultural stop.
Kirchenstraße 24, 81675 Munich
Deutsches Museum and Forum of the Future
The Deutsches Museum brings science and technology to life. Through experiments, original artefacts and interactive stations, visitors can journey from music to space travel. The Forum of the Future adds new technologies, science, art and events to the experience – providing an exciting complement to the analogue world of vinyl at JAMS.
Museumsinsel 1, 80538 Munich
MUCA – Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art
MUCA brings urban art from the streets into the museum. In the former substation and the adjacent MUCA Bunker, visitors can view works by national and international artists, as well as temporary exhibitions. The raw architecture complements the art, making MUCA a good destination for anyone interested in street art, pop culture or contemporary art.
Hotterstraße 12, 80331 Munich
Jam with us —
Get creative yourself: Munich’s open cultural venues
A number of cultural venues in Munich offer visitors the chance to experience art and creativity for themselves. In the Werksviertel district, for example, the Lothringer 13 and Pixel venues combine exhibitions, architecture, digital media and events with spaces for discussion and self-expression. Here, culture is not just observed; it develops through open dialogue.
Werksviertel-Mitte at Ostbahnhof
Werksviertel-Mitte has developed from the former Pfanni factory site into a creative neighbourhood near Ostbahnhof. Here, clubs, bars, restaurants, architecture, art and venues are all clustered closely together. A stroll through the neighbourhood reveals WERK12, the Umadum Ferris wheel and traces of the area’s industrial history, making it a varied journey of discovery.
Atelierstraße, 81671 Munich
Lothringer 13 Hall
Housed in a former engine-grinding workshop, Lothringer 13 Halle presents changing exhibitions and projects featuring contemporary art. Both emerging and established artists explore social issues and experimental formats. Admission to the exhibitions is free.
Lothringer Straße 13, 81667 Munich
Pixel
Pixel is a space for media, culture and participation at Rosenheimer Straße 5, in the former Gasteig building. The media lab caters for all ages and demonstrates that creativity in Munich isn’t confined to screens and stages.
Rosenheimer Straße 5, 81667 Munich
Art across the house —
The JAMS: a creative place to stay
JAMS is more than just a hotel; it is a creative space in its own right. This design hotel brings together music, art, gastronomy and interior design to create a distinctive concept.
From portraits of artists in the lift and record covers in the stairwell to wall art by Daniela Viveros and a collection of more than 250 LPs in the lobby, every corner of the building is imbued with culture.
This concept is also carried forward in the rooms. Guests will find record players, music-themed literature and unique touches in their rooms. The Rockstar Rooms on the top floor combine a 1970s vibe with views of Munich, fold-out balconies and ample space for your own soundtrack.
Old city charm —
Haidhausen: Gründerzeit charm and life by the Isar
JAMS is located in the ‘Franzosenviertel’ district of Haidhausen. The area around Wiener Platz, Weißenburger Platz and Rosenheimer Platz is home to historic Gründerzeit façades, small shops, cosy cafés, restaurants and bars. The Isar, the Müller’sche Volksbad and the Muffatwerk are also close by. In between these attractions, you will find courtyards, weekly markets and galleries that give Haidhausen its unique character.
The neighbourhood is always buzzing, too. Ostbahnhof and the Werksviertel are not far away, and the Au begins at the Isar. Munich city centre can be reached on foot, by tram or by S-Bahn. This means you can easily switch between concerts, museums, street art, design and a drink by the river.
Fancy your own cultural tour of Munich?
At JAMS, your tour begins with the perfect soundtrack: vinyl records in your room, original artwork on the walls, and a history of music on every floor. From there, you can head to concerts at the Muffatwerk, view artworks at the Villa Stuck or explore urban art at the MUCA, or spend a night in the creative cosmos of Bahnwärter Thiel. Check in, choose your record, and discover Munich as a cultural hotspot.
FAQs —
Frequently asked questions about cultural venues around the JAMS
Which cultural venues are located near the JAMS?
Right in the vicinity of the JAMS, you’ll find the Muffatwerk, the Deutsches Museum and the Lothringer 13 Halle, amongst others. The Villa Stuck, Werksviertel and Ostbahnhof are also within easy reach.
Which concert halls and venues are located around the JAMS?
The Muffatwerk, comprising the Muffathalle and the Ampere venues, is situated on the banks of the Isar and is easily accessible from the JAMS. For smaller live concerts, it’s also worth checking the programme at the Milla.
Which museums in Munich are easily accessible from the JAMS?
The Deutsches Museum on Museum Island, MUCA in the Old Town, Villa Stuck Museum in Haidhausen, and Haidhausen Museum are all easily accessible from the JAMS. They cover a wide range of topics, including technology, science, urban art, the history of Munich’s neighbourhoods, and contemporary art.
Are there any places in Munich where you can express your creativity?
The Pixel, located at Rosenheimer Straße, focuses on digital media and participatory formats. In the Werksviertel, art, architecture and events converge to create a vibrant urban quarter. The Import Export and the Bahnwärter Thiel also focus on workshops, creative exchange and open cultural formats.