Munich

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A cosmopolitan city with a heart.
Munich is a sophisticated city with a baroque spirit steeped in Bavarian tradition.

Although it has been largely rebuilt since WWII, Munich still has a sense of Old World charm. The city has seen its share of prosperity. You can observe a mix of folklore and age-old traditions. But these exist side by side with luxury cars, designer shops, modern restaurants, and high-powered industry. Don't miss Marienplatz, the square in the heart of the city. Munich's cultural scene is a leader in Germany. It has impressive museums and galleries housing world-class art. There's also a buzzing music scene. The stunning architecture appears mostly as it did in the late 1800s. One of our favorite day trips from Munich is the stunning Neuschwanstein Castle.

Many people associate Munich with the world-famous Oktoberfest. If you have the chance to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime party, you should. For those looking for an authentic German or Bavarian atmosphere, Munich will provide just that. Munich is the capital of Bavaria, the region of Germany foreigners tend to associate with German traditions. This is the land of lederhosen, oompah music, beer halls, and bratwurst. Of course you can't visit Munich without sampling the beer. Brewing is the tradition taken most seriously here and you will taste why!

What we love about Munich

Sasha

Central Europe Destination Expert & Prague City Host

Munich is one of my favourite German cities. I love how compact, safe and clean the Old Town is, and that there is always something to see and do in the city in general. My favourite part of all, of course, are the many biergartens, where one can enjoy the golden brew under leafy trees. Don't skip the Viktualienmarkt and sampling the many different types of food it has to offer (including horse meat, for those who feel more adventurous!)

Igor

Krakow City Host & Central Europe Destination Expert

Before arriving in the Bavarian capital, keep in mind that Munich is really spread out, so make sure you give the city the time it deserves. Munich is of course best known for Oktoberfest, but it's definitely worth visiting any time of year. I particularly like the Marienplatz area, with its characteristic architecture.

Norbert

Budapest City Host & Central Europe Destination Expert

I LOVE the English Garden. It's just such an amazing place to walk, swim, or simply chill with friends. I was lucky enough to visit the park on an insanely sunny day, which of course added a lot to the experience, but either way, the English Garden is still the best!

Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Munich

Spend some time in Munich on a tour that takes in other cities in Germany and neighboring countries. Our vacation packages including Munich and other destinations throughout Germany and Europe hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

Bavaria & Western Austria Custom Itinerary

Bavaria & Western Austria

Munich, Innsbruck, Kufstein, Salzburg

Family Friendly Germany Custom Itinerary

Family Friendly Germany

Berlin, Dresden, Nuremberg, Munich

Germany's Greatest Christmas Markets Custom Itinerary

Germany's Greatest Christmas Markets

Berlin, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich

The Best Hiking Experience in Salzkammergut, Tyrol and Bavaria Custom Itinerary

The Best Hiking Experience in Salzkammergut, Tyrol and Bavaria

Munich, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Munich

Contrasting Lands: Bavaria and Eastern Germany Custom Itinerary

Contrasting Lands: Bavaria and Eastern Germany

Berlin, Dresden, Nuremberg, Munich

The Best of Bavaria plus Frankfurt Custom Itinerary

The Best of Bavaria plus Frankfurt

Munich, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Frankfurt

Beer Route in Germany and Prague Custom Itinerary

Beer Route in Germany and Prague

Munich, Nuremberg, Prague, Berlin

Winter Sports and More in Germany & Austria Custom Itinerary

Winter Sports and More in Germany & Austria

Munich, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Vienna

Off the Beaten Path in Austria and Germany Custom Itinerary

Off the Beaten Path in Austria and Germany

Vienna, Graz, Kufstein, Innsbruck, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Munich

Walk in Sisi’s Footsteps: The Story of an Austrian Empress Custom Itinerary

Walk in Sisi’s Footsteps: The Story of an Austrian Empress

Geneva, Munich, Salzburg, Vienna, Budapest

German & Czech WWII Route Custom Itinerary

German & Czech WWII Route

Berlin, Dresden, Prague, Nuremberg, Munich

Active Alpine Exploration Custom Itinerary

Active Alpine Exploration

Ljubljana, Bled, Bovec, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Munich

Grand Tour of Germany Custom Itinerary

Grand Tour of Germany

Berlin, Dresden, Nuremberg, Munich, Rothenburg, Heidelberg, Frankfurt

The UNESCO Highlights of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria Custom Itinerary

The UNESCO Highlights of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria

Geneva, Bern, Interlaken, Lugano, Zurich, Munich, Salzburg, Hallstatt, Vien ...

Where to stay in Munich

There's a wide choice of accommodation in Munich but picking the best place can be hard if you don't know the city. We've hand-picked the very best options with respect to location and price levels, so you can be sure you'll be staying somewhere that's perfect for you. Here we off everything from a 3-star art hotel to opulent, traditional 5-star places. Once we start preparing your customized itinerary we will present our recommended options for you to select from.

Urban Design Hotel

Bright rooms, unique features - this hotel doesn't even 'feel' like Munich! The central location and fun touches make this a good value

Luxury Boutique Hotel

This charming hotel combines luxury with true Bavarian warm hospitality and friendly service.

Elegant Boutique Hotel

A lovely boutique hotel with a pleasantly historic interior, including fireplaces and elegant furnishings, this is a great choice for atmospheric accommodation in Munich!

Things to do in Munich

To get your introduction to the city of Munich and learn about its history, even before it was the birthplace of the Nazis, you'll definitely want to take a city tour, you'll see all the main sights, including the famous beer halls and churches. There are group and private tours available. Outside of the city the Dachau concentration camp continues the WWII theme. One of our most popular day trips takes you to the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle, inspiration for Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty's Castle. When we send you your customized itinerary you will be able to choose additional excursions to include in your vacation package or consider adding later.

Romantic Road to Rothenburg Private Day Trip

Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Small Group Tour

Bavarian Alps Private Hiking Tour

Best of Munich and Olympic Park Private Tour

Eagle's Nest Small Group Tour

Bavarian Beer Group Tour

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

4.8 / 5

Average of our Guest's Ratings of our Munich vacation packages, based on 11 reviews

Review by David & Elizabeth

David & Elizabeth

Massachusetts

JayWay Travel is a great way to enjoy a structured tour with enough flexibility to make it your own. JayWay Travel made our trip seamless and stress free.

JayWay Travel is a great way to enjoy a structured tour with enough flexibility to make it your own. JayWay Travel made our trip seamless and stress free.

Year : 2021
Visited : Hungary, Austria, Germany
Itinerary : Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich
Rating :

5 / 5

Year : 2021
Visited : Hungary, Austria, Germany
Itinerary : Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich
Rating :

5 / 5

Review by Jennifer

Jennifer

New York

JayWay Travel makes everything so easy, personalized, and seamless when I travel, especially as a solo traveler. It's a great mix of guidance and security of having knowledgable, responsive, and effective help a phone call away if needed, but also a lot of independence and personal time to do whatever I want.

JayWay Travel makes everything so easy, personalized, and seamless when I travel, especially as a solo traveler. It's a great mix of guidance and security of having knowledgable, responsive, and effective help a phone call away if needed, but also a lot of independence and personal time to do whatever I want.

Year : 2019
Visited : Finland, Estonia, Germany
Itinerary : Helsinki, Tallinn, Munich
Rating :

4.8 / 5

Year : 2019
Visited : Finland, Estonia, Germany
Itinerary : Helsinki, Tallinn, Munich
Rating :

4.8 / 5

Review by Xiaohui Ho

Xiaohui Ho

Easy and professional to work with, with a focus on the individual client's needs and interests.

Easy and professional to work with, with a focus on the individual client's needs and interests.

Year : 2019
Visited : Czech Republic, Austria, Germany
Itinerary : Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich
Rating :

4.8 / 5

Year : 2019
Visited : Czech Republic, Austria, Germany
Itinerary : Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich
Rating :

4.8 / 5

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Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Munich

How can I get around Munich?

While sizable, many of Munich's attractions are within walking distance of each other. For those more distant, such as BMW World or the Olympic Stadium, you can enjoy the city's extensive public transportation, including the S-Bahn (light rail) and U-Bahn (subways). Of the city's zones, the central M Zone covers most of what you would want to see. One ticket is good for everything, and can be purchased from blue machines at many bus and streetcar stations, and all S- and U-Bahn stations. A single ticket is 3.30 EUR and a day ticket is 7.80 EUR.

How long should I spend in Munich?

As the capital of Bavaria, Munich has much to offer. We recommend at least 3 nights, to familiarize yourself with the city, see its main sights (including those beyond the center), taste traditional Bavarian cuisine in a traditional beer hall or garden, and visit the palaces, castles, preserved medieval towns, and Alps in the area.

Is Munich safe?

Even in a country as safe as Germany, Bavaria stands out, with the lowest rate of any of the country's states. Considered one of Europe's safest cities, Munich is no exception, but as with any big city, watch your possessions when you're in a crowded place.

When's the best time to visit Munich?

Munich is a lively place year-round, but is especially so during the latter half of September, and beginning of October, when the city hosts Oktoberfest (which draw huge crowds and cause hotel rooms to fill up far in advance. The Christmas markets held in December have a warm atmosphere, while the English Garden, the city's main park, is wonderful anytime from April to October.

Can I pay by card?

While Germany isn't the cash-only economy it used to be, it's still a very good idea to have cash on hand, especially if you're eating out. Avoid using the blue-and-yellow Euronet ATMs, and if an ATM asks if you want to be charged in Euros or your own currency, select Euros to avoid paying a useless fee. We recommend asking accommodations staff for recommended places to exchange money.

What should I know if I want to visit for Oktoberfest?

With over six million revelers, and several beer pipelines, Oktoberfest is a party like no other. Entrance is free, but everything from accommodations to seats in the massive beer tents sell out far in advance, so we recommend making arrangements to visit as soon as possible. If booked sufficiently far ahead of time, we're happy to provide a tour of Oktoberfest, complete with spots and food in one of the main beer tents.

Does Munich have options for people with dietary restrictions?

Munich may be famed for beer and sausage, but there is no shortage of alternatives, whether vegetarian/vegan, raw, gluten-free, or kosher, even at ordinary cafes and restaurants. We're happy to recommend places for you, such as Max Pett and Gratitude.