Best spots in München
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From the classic Frauenkirche and Olympiapark München, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.6 · 15,844 reviews
Enter the Frauenkirche, the twin-towered cathedral that anchors Munich's skyline. Stand on the Devil's footprint in the entrance hall, then spend time in the quiet, restored Gothic nave.
★ 4.7 · 80,713 reviews
Explore Olympiapark, the landmark built for Munich's 1972 Olympic Games. Wander past the preserved 1970s architecture, join a guided tour, and take in the open lawns and venues that are still in daily use.
★ 4.6 · 49,086 reviews
Discover the BMW Museum, a futuristic steel structure devoted to one of Germany's best-known car makers. Walk past vintage models, concept cars and engines, learning how the company's design and engineering evolved over time.
★ 4.7 · 13,534 reviews
Step into the Alte Pinakothek, Munich's grand home of Old Master painting. Wander through roughly 900 works across the galleries, resting on the seating and following the audio guide from one century to the next.
★ 4.5 · 44,193 reviews
Dive into the Deutsches Museum, one of the largest technology museums around. Explore original machines and interactive exhibits on energy, transport, aerospace and astronomy, choosing your own route through the sprawling halls.
★ 4.3 · 110,992 reviews
Step into Hofbräuhaus München, Munich's legendary beer hall with a history stretching back to the 16th century. Share pretzels and Bavarian plates at long tables as live music fills the room.
★ 4.8 · 3,192 reviews
Visit the Dachau Memorial Site with a guide who explains the camp's history. Travel by public transport from Munich and tour the surviving buildings.
★ 4.3 · 17,913 reviews
Step into Augustiner Bräustuben for an unvarnished slice of Bavarian beer-hall life. Share long tables, drink freshly tapped Augustiner and eat classic regional dishes under the wood panelling.
★ 4.7 · 9,966 reviews
Step into Hofgarten, the elegant court garden beside Munich's royal Residenz. Stroll the symmetrical paths between flower beds and lawns, and rest beneath the central pavilion before moving on.
★ 4.6 · 2,703 reviews
Start your morning at Cafe Glockenspiel, perched above Marienplatz in the middle of Munich. Try the traditional Weißwurst breakfast with sweet mustard and a strong coffee while watching the square below.
★ 4.4 · 14,115 reviews
Relax at one of Munich's biggest beer gardens next to a deer enclosure. Order a Bavarian dish and a beer.
★ 4.6 · 9,156 reviews
Spend an afternoon at Flaucher, the Isar's most relaxed riverside spot in southern Munich. Wade into the shallows, lay out a picnic on the gravel banks, and finish with a drink at the beer garden.
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★ 4.6 · 12,480 reviews
Settle into Hirschgarten, the sprawling Munich park famous for its vast chestnut-shaded beer garden. Watch the deer in their enclosure, let the kids loose on the playgrounds, and raise a stein under the trees.
★ 4.4 · 6,305 reviews
Discover the Viktualienmarkt Beergarden, a central beer garden among the market stalls. Sit in the sun with a beer from the current guest brewery and a Bavarian classic like sausage with sauerkraut.
★ 4.5 · 6,072 reviews
Settle into Wirtshaus in der Au, a Bavarian tavern and beer garden that has been going since 1901. Order the celebrated dumpling trio or roasted duck, and enjoy the jazz-tinged, traditional atmosphere.
★ 4.2 · 1,407 reviews
Try on traditional Bavarian clothing in a historic department store that has dressed Munich since 1850. A stylish stop for fashion and culture lovers.
★ 4.4 · 8,197 reviews
Settle in at Haxnbauer, the central Munich restaurant that built its name on pork knuckle. Share a whole crispy-skinned knuckle with a stein of beer in a historic, traditionally Bavarian dining room.
★ 4.8 · 968 reviews
Grab a coffee at Kaffeerösterei Viktualienmarkt, tucked into Munich's historic food market. Order a cappuccino or iced latte, add a Florentine or croissant, and enjoy it among the stalls.
★ 4.7 · 41,143 reviews
Walk into BMW Welt, the sweeping showroom and exhibition hall that brings the brand's cars together under one roof. Browse the latest models and special displays, then grab a coffee or snack on site.
★ 4.3 · 7,950 reviews
Step into Oberpollinger, Munich's upscale department store for designer labels and fragrances. Browse polished displays across multiple floors, then take a break at one of the cafés on the top level.
★ 4.9 · 284 reviews
Climb the stairs to Tohru, a fine-dining address where Japanese precision meets German and French flavours. Settle into the warm, simple room for a tasting experience that includes a look inside the kitchen.
★ 4.7 · 5,572 reviews
Step inside St. Peter's Church, Munich's oldest church and a quiet counterpart to the busier old town sights. Admire the gilded interior and the jewelled skeleton of St. Mundita, then climb the tower for city views.
★ 4.8 · 748 reviews
Grab a table outside Sorry Johnny Kaffeebar, a lively neighbourhood spot for specialty coffee and brunch. Enjoy a carefully made cappuccino with latte art alongside fresh bread, a croissant or a burger.
★ 4.4 · 2,891 reviews
Look up at the multi-coloured ceramic facade of Museum Brandhorst in Munich's Kunstareal. Inside, wander through modern paintings, sculptures, photography and installations in a well-organised, air-conditioned building.
★ 4.5 · 977 reviews
Step into Weinhaus Neuner, a 15th-century townhouse serving Bavarian and Austrian fine dining. Order a bottle of Baden or Wachau wine and work through a concise menu of carefully prepared regional dishes.
★ 4.7 · 3,011 reviews
Settle into Botanista Café Club for a laid-back Munich brunch in a shabby-chic setting. Order from the health-minded all-day menu, perhaps with a mimosa, and linger on the outdoor seating area.
★ 4.8 · 1,681 reviews
Pause at the Theatine Church, the yellow Baroque landmark facing Odeonsplatz. Step inside to see the white stucco dome and the royal graves, then take in the twin-towered facade from the square outside.
★ 4.6 · 1,802 reviews
Step into Café Jasmin, a vintage-furnished Munich favourite that stays open until 1:00 AM. Choose from vegan and gluten-free cakes and a pot of tea or a coffee in its cosy, lived-in rooms.
★ 4.6 · 4,758 reviews
Stop at the Siegestor, the triumphal arch capping Ludwigstrasse. Look up at the bronze Bavaria and her four lions, then continue your walk through the university quarter.
★ 3.7 · 1,687 reviews
Discover Schumann's, a slick, classic American-style cocktail bar with an exclusive atmosphere. Sit down for upscale drinks, or let the bartenders craft a cocktail around your preferences.
Munich · 🏛️ Landmark
Frauenkirche
30 min
Munich · 🌳 Nature
Olympiapark München
2h30
Munich · 🎨 Museum
BMW Museum
1h30
Alte Pinakothek
Deutsches Museum
3h
Munich · 🍽️ Food
Hofbräuhaus München
Munich · 🧭 Tours
Dachau Memorial Site Day Tour
5h
Augustiner Bräustuben
Hofgarten
Munich · 🥐 Breakfast
Cafe Glockenspiel GmbH
1h15
Munich · 🍸 Drinks
Königlicher Hirschgarten
1h45
Flaucher
Hirschgarten
1h
Viktualienmarkt Beergarden
Wirtshaus in der Au
Munich · 🛍️ Shopping
LODENFREY
Haxnbauer
Munich · ☕ Coffeebreak
Kaffeerösterei Viktualienmarkt
25 min
BMW Welt
Oberpollinger
Tohru
St. Peter's Church & Tower
Sorry Johnny Kaffeebar
Museum Brandhorst
Weinhaus Neuner
Botanista Café Club
Theatine Church
15 min
Café Jasmin
45 min
Siegestor
Schumann's
