Discover Munich’s 200 best Smart Adventurer spots for your trip

Waldtruderinger Forst

★ 4.5 · 173 reviews

Slip into Waldtruderinger Forst, a quiet woodland on the edge of Munich. Follow the easy paths beneath the trees and enjoy a peaceful, unhurried walk away from the crowds.

Museum für Abgüsse Klassischer Bildwerke München

★ 4.7 · 213 reviews

Slip into the Museum für Abgüsse Klassischer Bildwerke, a free Maxvorstadt gallery of classical sculpture casts. Browse Greek and Roman figures at your own pace, perhaps sketching one that catches your eye.

Südliche Fröttmaninger Heide

★ 4.5 · 516 reviews

Discover the Südliche Fröttmaninger Heide, a protected heathland on Munich's northern fringe. Hike its open, flat paths and look for butterflies, orchids and other rare wildlife.

Sudetendeutsches Museum

★ 4.8 · 351 reviews

Discover the Sudetendeutsches Museum in Haidhausen, a free museum with a strong local following. Follow the story of the Sudeten Germans through personal histories and thoughtfully arranged displays.

Grünspitz

★ 4.5 · 640 reviews

Seek out a local park in Giesing while the city refurbishes it. Bring a drink and relax on the grass.

Herz-Jesu-Kirche

★ 4.7 · 323 reviews

Seek out Herz-Jesu-Kirche, a modern Munich church that looks more like a glowing blue cube than a place of worship. Step inside to see the wooden inner structure, steel details and the calm, minimal interior.

Kath. Pfarramt St. Maximilian

★ 4.6 · 514 reviews

Pause at St. Maximilian, a peaceful parish church near the Isar that most visitors walk past. Step into its hushed interior, then continue along the riverbank.

Panzerwiese

★ 4.4 · 1,376 reviews

Step onto Panzerwiese, a vast reserve of meadow and woodland tucked into northern Munich. Follow the paths past open grassland, look out for grazing sheep, and enjoy a calm hour of green space.

Monacensia

★ 4.6 · 62 reviews

Slip into Monacensia, a free literary archive in Bogenhausen's leafy streets. Follow the story of the Mann family in the exhibition rooms, then settle into the winter-garden café or browse the library.

Giesing

Head out to Giesing, the proudly local southeast corner of Munich. Walk its residential streets, climb the Giesinger Berg for a view toward the Alps, then stop for a Giesinger beer.

Fasaneriesee

★ 4.4 · 293 reviews

Visit Fasaneriesee, a calm 14-hectare lake in Munich's north with gentle, shallow banks. Walk or jog the shoreline path and settle by the water for a quiet hour.

Witches and Executioners Guided Tour

★ 4.7 · 399 reviews

Discover the lives of Munich's outcasts: executioners, gravediggers and the accused. Walk the Anger and Hackenviertel districts with a German-speaking guide.

Aubinger Lohe

★ 4.7 · 144 reviews

Head out to Aubinger Lohe, a quiet woodland on Munich's western edge. Climb the moraine hill for views over the little ponds, then loop back along the forest paths.

Justizpalast München

★ 4.6 · 250 reviews

Slip inside the Justizpalast, a working government building with a staircase that visitors rave about. Pass through security, take photos of the interior and circle the exterior before moving on.

Sammlung Schack

★ 4.5 · 332 reviews

Wander through Sammlung Schack, a quiet Munich gallery of 19th-century German painting. Move across three floors of landscapes and Böcklin works, lingering as long as you like.

LottiEck

★ 4.6 · 107 reviews

Slip into LottiEck, a cosy local cafe where regulars have been starting their day for years. Settle in with a good coffee, a bowl or a slice of cake at an easy, budget-friendly pace.

Feldmochinger See

★ 4.6 · 326 reviews

Head out to Feldmochinger See, a laid-back lake on Munich's northern edge where locals swim and sunbathe. Swim, picnic on the lawns, and grab a drink from the bar by the entrance.

Alter Nordfriedhof

★ 4.7 · 90 reviews

Wander through Alter Nordfriedhof, a former cemetery that has become one of Munich's most atmospheric green spaces. Follow its paths past ivy-covered graves and old trees, with squirrels darting alongside you.

Minna Thiel

★ 4.5 · 448 reviews

Rest after the Pinakothek museums with a drink in the Kunstareal. Choose a cocktail in a stylish setting.

Il Borgo

★ 4.8 · 332 reviews

Book a table at Il Borgo, a stylish Italian restaurant in Schwabing-West. Share elevated antipasti and pasta, then move on to meat or fish with a glass of Italian wine.

Pasinger Stadtpark

★ 4.6 · 1,679 reviews

Escape the city bustle in Pasinger Stadtpark, a ribbon of woods and meadows in western Munich. Stroll beside the stream, settle on a bench, and watch local life unfold at an easy pace.

Au

Cross the Isar into Au, a low-key residential corner of Munich far from the tourist trail. Stroll past tall townhouses and local shops, then follow the river path for an easy, unhurried walk.

Allacher Lohe, Natur & Landschaftsschutzgebiet

★ 4.5 · 786 reviews

Slip into Allacher Lohe, a wooded reserve tucked between Munich's residential districts. Follow quiet paths past the lake and native plants, then pause on the bridge above the railway yard.

dariadéh Pop up @ Homegirl Space

★ 4.9 · 37 reviews

Pop into dariadéh at Homegirl Space, a small trend-led fashion stop in Munich's Isarvorstadt. Browse modern womenswear and see the pop-up's selection in a quick, easy visit.

Valentin-Karlstadt-Musäum

★ 4.6 · 843 reviews

Climb into the Valentin-Karlstadt-Musäum, tucked inside a Munich city gate. Browse memorabilia of two Bavarian comedy stars, then finish with coffee and cake in the cafe at the top.

Denninger Anger

★ 4.6 · 379 reviews

Unwind at Denninger Anger, a roomy park in Bogenhausen where Munich suddenly feels far away. Stroll the shaded paths, find a bench, or spread out a picnic on the open lawns.

Hippocampus

★ 4.5 · 348 reviews

Seek out Hippocampus, a refined Italian restaurant tucked away in Bogenhausen. Enjoy artfully plated osso buco or tortellini in an elegant dining room or on the leafy terrace.

Frau im Mond - Dachterrasse

★ 4.5 · 863 reviews

Climb to a museum rooftop for lunch or drinks with a view over Munich. Stay for the evening DJs.

Bar Gabányi

★ 4.1 · 731 reviews

Discover Bar Gabányi, a classy old-school lounge in Ludwigsvorstadt. Sip inventive craft cocktails with a few bar bites while live jazz sets the late-night mood.

Barroom

★ 4.6 · 541 reviews

Discover Barroom, a snug cocktail bar in Haidhausen run by passionate bartenders. Share your taste preferences and sip a personalized drink in an intimate, nostalgic room.