Best Things to Do in Munich in Spring
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From the classic Neuhausen-Nymphenburg and Altstadt-Lehel, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
Leave the centre for Neuhausen-Nymphenburg, where Nymphenburg Palace sits at the head of a vast park of canals and lawns. Stroll the grounds, then wander the leafy streets of Neuhausen for coffee.
Step into Altstadt-Lehel, the district where Munich's historic core meets the quiet Lehel quarter by the Isar. Walk from Marienplatz past the Residenz and Frauenkirche, then drift east to the river for a calmer finish.
Walk through Schwabing-Freimann, Munich's former bohemian quarter in the north. Admire Jugendstil façades along the side streets, then slip into the English Garden or a neighbourhood café.
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Lose an afternoon in the English Garden, Munich's sprawling central park. Wander shaded paths, pause by the lake or river, and settle into the beer garden beside the Chinese Tower.
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Spend a half day at Nymphenburg Palace, Munich's sprawling baroque summer estate. Tour the rococo interiors, see the coach display, and stroll the symmetrical gardens at your own pace.
Explore Munich's Old Town, the pedestrian core around Marienplatz and its neo-Gothic town hall. Walk to the Frauenkirche, then browse the stalls and beer garden of the Viktualienmarkt.
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Explore Westpark, Munich's garden-rich park where Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Nepalese corners sit beside rose beds and a calm lake. Stroll the paths, climb the hill, and linger by the water.
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Spend an evening at the National Theatre, Munich's grand opera house in the Altstadt. Take your seat in its majestic auditorium for a Bavarian State Opera production, with ticket options for every budget.
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Climb to the Monopteros, a Greek-style temple perched on a hill in the Englischer Garten. Enjoy the view over the park and city, then wander the paths and stream below.
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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.
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Treat yourself to brunch at Restaurant Lilli P., a stylish Neuhausen-Nymphenburg spot with umbrella-shaded tables. Build your own plate from fresh salads and warm dishes, or go for the weekend bottomless brunch.
Cross the river into Au-Haidhausen, where tree-lined squares and French-named lanes give Munich a softer, more intimate side. Wander between Wiener Platz and the quiet streets nearby, then settle in at a bistro for the evening.
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Wander through a series of elegant courtyards filled with boutiques, galleries and cafés. A stylish, covered stop in the middle of Munich.
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Find Emmi's Kitchen tucked down a quiet driveway in Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt, with a shaded courtyard garden. Order red avocado toast and a Mango Tango smoothie, or pancakes and granola, for a relaxed vegan brunch.
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Walk into Brenner's high-ceilinged, pillared dining room, a polished all-day address in the Altstadt. Settle in for Italian-style dishes, then linger at the bar for a drink.
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Trace the legacy of Bavaria's fairy-tale king on a premium day out from Munich. You will tour Neuschwanstein and Linderhof with a guide, riding in a small-group coach with snacks and drinks onboard.
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Duck into Gartensalon/KuchenKiosk, a cosy and eccentric café in the Amalienpassage with a leafy patio. Share a cheese platter or hummus plate and finish with a slice of homemade cake.
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Shop premium fashion in a large department store in the centre of Munich. A convenient stop for couples after a day of sightseeing.
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Bring your appetite to this old town food tour built around more than ten tastings. Work through Weisswurst, pretzel, Leberkäse and market specialities, washed down with Munich beers and honey wine while your guide fills in the history.
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Wander through Hellabrunn Zoo, Munich's spacious geo-zoo beside the Isar. Move between animal habitats grouped by continent, from great apes to capybaras, in roomy enclosures that make the walk as enjoyable as the animals.
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Explore the Botanical Garden Munich-Nymphenburg, a vast collection of plants beside the palace grounds. Walk through themed gardens and humid and dry greenhouses, and spot turtles in the ponds.
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Meet the Neues Rathaus, the neo-Gothic centrepiece of Marienplatz. Study its carved facade, then watch the Glockenspiel figures spring into motion, or head up the tower for views over Munich's old town.
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Start your morning at LYFE Viktualienmarkt, a minimalist cafe steps from Munich's famous market. Order the eggs with truffle and rocket or a colourful acai bowl, paired with a berry matcha.
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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.
Settle into the Gärtnerplatzviertel, Munich's stylish hub of bars and boutiques around the round Gärtnerplatz. Browse the independent shops, then pick a terrace for an aperitif as the evening picks up.
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Spend an evening at the Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz, Munich's intimate second opera house. Enjoy opera, ballet or a musical in its ornate auditorium, then linger over a drink on the lively square outside.
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Settle into the Prinzregententheater, Bogenhausen's art nouveau festival hall. Take your seat beneath intricately painted ceilings for an evening of opera, ballet or a classical concert.
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Treat yourself at Keep Banana Coffee & Gelato, a hip, colourful hangout in Munich. Choose banana-based snacks or soft-serve gelato, or order an affogato for coffee and ice cream in one.
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Explore the Pinakothek der Moderne, Munich's sprawling modern art and design museum. Pass from paintings by Picasso and Magritte to automotive and interior design in a spacious, light-filled building.
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Brunch at Das Maria brings Middle Eastern flavours and thoughtful decor to Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt. Share a breakfast set and meze with a pot of fragrant tea, indoors or on the spacious terrace.
Munich · 🚶 Neighborhoods
Neuhausen-Nymphenburg
1h15
Altstadt-Lehel
1h30
Schwabing-Freimann
Munich · 🌳 Nature
English Garden
2h
Munich · 🏛️ Landmark
Nymphenburg Palace
2h30
Old Town
Westpark
Munich · 🎭 Entertainment
National Theatre
3h
Monopteros im Englischen Garten
30 min
Munich · 🍽️ Food
Hofbräuhaus München
Munich · 🥐 Breakfast
Restaurant - Lilli P.
1h
Au-Haidhausen
Munich · 🛍️ Shopping
Fünf Höfe
Emmi's Kitchen
Brenner
Premium Neuschwanstein Castle & Linderhof Tour
10h
Gartensalon/KuchenKiosk / München
Breuninger
Old Town Food Tour with 10+ Tastings, Beer & Pretzel
3h30
Hellabrunn Zoo
Botanical Garden Munich-Nymphenburg
New Town Hall
LYFE Viktualienmarkt
Munich · ☕ Coffeebreak
Kaffeerösterei Viktualienmarkt
25 min
Gärtnerplatzviertel
Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz
Prinzregententheater
Keep Banana Coffee & Gelato
20 min
Munich · 🎨 Museum
Pinakothek der Moderne
Das Maria