Top things to do in Munich
Attractions, tours, and activities in Munich
Munich: the city's best neighborhoods
Find a great area to stay in Munich
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Au-Haidhausen
1.1 miles from downtown
Hey Mr. DJ! Haidhausen is Munich’s musical heartland. The area’s clubs and cocktail bars cater to a clientele of urbanites, young profs and students. Say oui to the recherché Francophone architecture of the French Quarter, get in on the gastronomic scene, or show up at Barroom for a night of martinis and merriment.
Places to stay from $53 a night
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Maxvorstadt
0.9 miles from downtown
Avant-garde. Expressionism. If you have a penchant for paintings, chances are that you’ll find a favourite in the museums and galleries that pepper the streets of Maxvorstadt. Don’t miss Lenbachhaus Gallery for a who’s-who of German art, or the chance for rooftop chats with art students at Augustiner Bräustuben bar.
Places to stay from $32 a night
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Ludwigsvorstadt
0.6 miles from downtown
Okoberfest, simply the best. This area has played host to the world’s largest imbibing festival since 1810. When the travelling carnival comes to town, local breweries go into overdrive to prepare for almost twenty days of non-stop merriment. As tourists pour in from all corners of the globe, the city raises a glass to the Bavarian art of beer drinking.
Places to stay from $14 a night
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Altstadt - Lehel
0.1 miles from downtown
History is only half the story in Alstadt-Lehel. The copper-domed towers of the Frauenkirche lord over this district, famed for its major galleries and museums. However, it’s just as well known for luxury shopping. Splurge at the famous Oberpollinger department store, then dine at Alois Dallmayr for traditional Bavarian dishes.
Places to stay from $51 a night
About Munich
Including tips for the best time to visit Munich
Litres of beer, lederhosen and laid-back attitudes – Bavaria’s capital of Munich is where you’ll experience an untranslatable sense of serenity known as 'gemütlichkeit'.
Beer is one of the biggest parts of Bavarian culture, and Munich is filled with places to get your hands on a trademark tankard of golden Pilsner. One of the most historical beer halls is Hofbraühaus, which has been serving steins since 1644. If you want to blend in with the locals, order a Mass – one-litre tankard – of Augustiner, crafted by Munich's oldest independent brewery. The beer calendar culminates in the world-famous Oktoberfest, when over six million people raise their tankards and cheers the Bavarian way with a shout of ‘Prost!’ Soak up your beer with some schweinshaxe (roasted pork knuckle), bratwurst (pork sausage) or fresh pretzels.
Munich is much more than just its beer halls – just take a stroll through its beautiful main square, Marienplatz, to see for yourself. Its famous glockenspiel comes to life throughout the day, playing music on 43 bells and depicting historical events through charming dancing animatronic figures. Just a short walk away from the square is the 15th-century Frauenkirche cathedral, known for its iconic domed towers.
The easiest way to make your way around Munich is with a tageskarte, which gives you unlimited use of public transport for an entire day. For added freedom and fun, you can also hop on one of the many public e-scooters sprinkled around the city.
Tonight
From $64 per night
Next weekend
From $233 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | € 1 = $1.07 |
| Language | German |
| Average weekend price | $146 per night |
| Average weekday price | $148 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Munich
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Munich
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Olympiapark
2.9 miles from downtown
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Marienplatz & New Town Hall
0.1 miles from downtown
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Allianz Arena
6.1 miles from downtown
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Viktualienmarkt
0.1 miles from downtown
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BMW Welt
2.9 miles from downtown
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Hofbräuhaus Munich
0.2 miles from downtown
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Deutsches Museum
0.6 miles from downtown
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Nymphenburg Palace
3.6 miles from downtown
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Karlsplatz (Stachus)
0.4 miles from downtown
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Bavarian State Opera
0.2 miles from downtown
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Munich reviews
What other travelers say about Munich
Munich is a beautiful city, the buildings are stunning and...
June 2, 2023
Munich is a beautiful city, the buildings are stunning and the whole place is so clean. Transport system is very efficient, easy to get around. Lots of restaurants to chose from. The people are so friendly and helpful. The beer is excellent!!!!! Do not miss a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle it is a must.!!
The staff were professional at the same time friendly.
May 31, 2023
The staff were professional at the same time friendly. Recommended different options of restaurants for us to try and they were pretty good. The hotel is very convenient to walk from the train station, to the plaza and to all the attractions. Breakfast was so delicious. I will definitely recommend.
Facilities/transport work- it’s Germany!
May 25, 2023
Facilities/transport work- it’s Germany! Notably clean city centre with a great variety of shops. People are businesslike can be brisk but mostly friendly. Superb cultural venues abound. Weather is stimulatingly fresh even when hot- the mountains are close.
Munich is a beautiful city that offers a real taste of the...
May 25, 2023
Munich is a beautiful city that offers a real taste of the Bavarian way if life. It also welcomes non german speakers, as anyone with a decent level of english can get around just fine. Around Munich there are several places to visit to have a wholistic experience of the city and the sourroundings
Munich was a bit of a surprise for us.
May 23, 2023
Munich was a bit of a surprise for us. A ideal place for a 2-Day stay; not too big. The main part of the city is easy to navigate, with all the major attractions in close proximity and are easy to find. Also, plenty of places for eating, drinking and relaxing.
Beautiful city with great architecture and a lot of green...
May 22, 2023
Beautiful city with great architecture and a lot of green parks. A lot of castles are nearby the city. The best view of Marienplatz and the historic centre is from the tower of the church of Saint Peter. The best breakfast is in cafe Glockenspiel.
Popular places to stay in Munich
Stay in some of the best accommodations Munich has to offer
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SweetHome - Business Apartment mit Küche, WLAN, Netflix Thalkirchen - Obersendling - Forstenried - Fürstenried - Solln, Munich
From $99 per night
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Luxus Wohnung im Stadtzentrum mit Tiefgaragenplatz Maxvorstadt, Munich
From $343 per night
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Helle Souterrainwohnung mit Komfort Munich, Germany
From $106 per night
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