Travel

Neuroethics 2025
Munich, Germany + Virtual
April 23-25, 2025

Venues

Bavarian Academy of Sciences

Conference sessions on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday will be held at the Bavarian Academy of Sciences (BAdW) located at: Alfons-Goppel-Straße 11, 80539, München, Germany.

Venue Address

Main Entrance

The venue address is reliable in google maps to get you to the building. However, here is also a pin placement to the approximate location of the main entrance door.

Main Entrance Pin

Stairs

The main entrance has steps up to the front door and the conference space is a couple levels up from the main lobby. Please arrive early to ensure you have adequate time to find the lobby, store your jacket in the coat room, and climb the stairs. The registration desk is on the same level as the conference rooms.

Accessible Entry

There is an accessible, barrier-free access via the Apothekenhof entrance of the Residenz. Entry is from Odeonsplatz located to the west. Please contact INS staff in advance to coordinate entry <staff@neuroethicssociety.org>. When on-site, contact Lea via text/call at +49 176 5674 5412; Carolin via text/call at +49 17678121706; or Robert at via WhatsApp at 1-301-307-6060.

Once inside use the elevator to access floors:

  • A is the apothekenhof and exterior exit
  • E is the erdgeschoss with the coat room
  • 1 takes you to the conference space and registration
Hofbräuhaus

Lunch will be provided for registered attendees at Hofbräuhaus München (Platzl 9) on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. As a large group we will be seated in one private room and will be making selections from a fixed menu. There is no added cost for lunch; price is included with registration.

The restaurant is a 7 minute walk from the conference venue. Use the following link for walking directions from the meeting venue to the restaurant, provided by Google.

Directions

Airports

International flights arrive and depart from the Munich Airport (Flughafen München). The airport code is MUC. It is located about 35 kilometers north of downtown Munich.

The S-Bahn lines connect the airport to the Munich city center. See details below.

Trains

München Hbf

Munich Hauptbahnhof is located in the centre of Munich close to Marienplatz. It provides both regional and international service. The address is: Bayerstr. 10a.

S-Bahn / Munich Transport Network

The S1 and S8 S-Bahn lines connect the airport to the Munich city center. These trains depart every 10 minutes and travel time is about 40 minutes. The S1 travels via the west of the city and the S8 via the east. Riders can access airport Terminal 1 and 2 at the Flughafen München stop.

Hotels

We’ve identified a few reputable hotels that are within a short walk of the meeting venue.

There are also several more options to consider in or near Old Town:

Map + List

Hotel Block

  • This year we do not expect to reserve a block or rooms at a single hotel.

Other Resources

  • The city maintains a Hotels in Munich database that is quite comprehensive and offers many budgetary categories.
  • Motel One chain is a very good and fairly economical option in Germany and they have nicely located one in Munich

Sights

Landmarks

  • Marienplatz central plaza with its famous Glockenspiel and nearby shops
  • The historic Frauenkirche, and the Residenz which offers a glimpse into Bavarian royal history

Museums & Culture

  • Deutsches Museum – Huge science and tech museum, a day well spent. Map » 
  • Pinakothek Museums – Outstanding collections of art, architecture and design.
  • Alte Pinakothek – Old Masters, including Dürer’s self-portrait and Van Gogh’s sunflowers. Map »  
  • Pinakothek der Moderne – Large modern art museum, also features design and architecture. Map »  
  • Lenbachhaus – Modern art museum featuring Expressionist works, notably by Franz Marc. Map »  
  • Museum Brandhorst – Contemporary art including Warhol and Twombly. Map » 

Parks, Walks & Activities

  • The English Garden is one of the largest urban parks in the world.
  • Climb Alter Peter – Stunning city views from the top after a staircase climb, right in the heart of Munich. Map »
  • Isar Walk – Walk along the river from the Maximilianeum (map) to the Rosengarten (map).
  • Englischer Garten – Start at Hofgarten/Odeonsplatz, walk past the Monopteros, end at Universität U-Bahn. Map »
  • Lake Day – Take the S-Bahn to Starnberger See (map) or Ammersee (map) for a relaxing lake stroll or swim (if you dare).
  • Olympiapark – Great for walks, views, or visiting the BMW Museum next door. Map »

Day Trips

Food & Drink

Cafes

  • Brown’s Tea Bar – Cozy café with a wide tea selection and cakes, near university area. Map » 
  • Gartensalon – Beloved for homemade cakes, only open on weekends. Map »
  • Tanpopo Konditorei Café – Cute Japanese bakery in Neuhausen with matcha treats and pastries. Map » 

Restaurants

  • Das Maria – Great for brunch in a relaxed neighborhood spot. Map »
  • Zum Kloster – Authentic Bavarian food in a quiet area, great for a walk after. Map »
  • Steinheil 16 – Student favorite for schnitzel and beer. Always busy, book ahead. Map »
  • Amea Pizzeria – Excellent Neapolitan-style pizza in Neuhausen with 10% off for takeaway. Map »
  • The Italian Shot Maxvorstadt – Great pizza, creative toppings, casual vibe. Map »
  • Mama Bao – Hand-pulled noodles, very popular. Go early or try takeout. Map »
  • Uncle Chen – Great bao and fusion food, informal and tasty. Map »
  • AMARi Restaurant & Bar – Artsy vibe, relaxed fine dining, good cocktails. Map »

Ice Cream

  • True & 12 – Locally famous artisanal ice cream, seasonal flavors. Map »
  • Patagon Helados – Argentinian-style ice cream. One location near Nymphenburg fo icecream-enhanced park stroll. Map »
  • Ballabeni Icecream – Iconic gelato close to Universität and Museum Brandhorst. Map »

Bars

  • Jaded Monkey – Casual cocktail bar near Altstadt with a relaxed atmosphere. Map »
  • Salon Irkutsk – Vermouth-forward bar with a creative, artsy vibe. Map »
  • Schumann’s Bar am Hofgarten – Munich classic, upscale crowd, timeless cocktails. Map »
  • Blaue Libelle – Wine bar with amazing pizza in the queer neighborhood. Elegant but relaxed. Map »
  • Bar Niederlassung – Cocktail and Gin Bar, cool, relaxed vibe – and a well-priced happy hour. Map »

Resources

European Union

United States

China

  • Information for Chinese citizens needing to acquire a business visa for travel to Germany to attend a conference