Beer Route in Germany and Prague

First Night, First Beers

When in Munich, drink as the locals do. Munich has certainly earned its title as “Beer Capital of the World,” so what could be a better activity for your first night than going to one of its famed beer halls, meeting locals, and hearing their stories? If you’re the teetotalling type or raucous beer halls aren’t your thing, you can take a nice walk down Neuhauser Strasse, followed by the Kaufingerstrasse, leading to the city’s most famous square, the Marienplatz, with its magnificent city hall, the Neues Rathaus.

Best of Munich and Olympic Park Private Tour

Munich wouldn’t be the same without the 1972 Summer Olympic Games. Discover how they influenced the city’s infrastructure as you walk through the city's historic center. Next, you'll head to the Olympic grounds, taking in its architecture, learning about the infamous games, and enjoying unforgettable views of the city and Alps beyond, from the Olympic Tower.

Oktoberfest, Year-Round

See the Skyline from Inside the Bavaria Statue

Theresienwiese is best known as the spot where Oktoberfest and other festivals are held. Looking over the grounds, is grand "Bavaria," the personification of the German state. This 60-foot bronze statue of a woman with her left arm raised is flanked by a loyal woman. For a small fee, you can duck inside, and climb the winding stairs within. At the top, you can peer out from Bavaria's head, taking in views of the Oktoberfest grounds, and Munich's skyline beyond. Complete with pillow-topped bronze sofas, the statue's interior features surprisingly whimsical touches.

Hike the Alps

Climb the Castle Hill

After getting settled, we recommend ascending through the city to the imposing castle at one end of the historic center. The castle and the neighboring city walls are considered one of the most imposing medieval fortifications in Europe, while the castle itself offers the best view of the city and its preserved center. Be sure to check out the castle gardens, a quiet retreat from the bustle of the city.

Explore the Old Town

After meeting your guide in the city center, you'll see the St. Klara Monastery, St. Lawrence Church, Nassauerhaus, Holy Spirit Hospital, Main Market Square, Meat Bridge, Unschlitthaus, Weinstadel, Kettensteg and Tanners' Alley. You will listen to light and dark stories from the past. With your local expert guide, you'll learn to appreciate the city. The tour ends at the castle grounds, where we recommend taking time to explore on your own.

Beautiful Bamberg

Untouched by WWII's bombs, the UNESCO-listed town of Bamberg offers authentic beauty and charm. Old Town Hall, the most famous sight in the town, sits on its own island in the River Regnitz. Together with rows of half timbered, steep-sloped, colorful houses, it creates the town's "Little Venice." The Cathedral, exhibiting late Romanesque and early Gothic styles, dominates the skyline of the town, and houses the beautifully carved marble tomb of Pope Clement II. Bamberg is also known for its special smoked beer, especially that produced by the Schlenkerla brewery, a great place for a hearty Franconian lunch. From Nuremberg, Bamberg is a 40-minute train ride, with departures at least hourly.

Local Breweries and Letna Park

After your arrival, grab a refreshment in one of Prague's breweries. If you seek classics, try out the black beer at one of the city's oldest breweries, U Fleků. If you like something stronger, try the X-Beer 33 at U Medvídků or the specials at U Tri Ruzi. Some of Prague's many highlights are its monastery brews. Visit the country's oldest, St. Adalbert's in the Brevnov district, which dates back to 993. The floating "Loď Pivovar" ("The Ship") is a tour boat converted into a brewery. If you need to stretch your legs after a long flight, stroll through the Letna park and enjoy a glass of beer with an amazing view of Prague Old Town.

Get to Know Prague on a City Walking Tour

Prague Old Town Small Group Evening Food Tour

Prague boasts fascinating history, amazing architecture, and a love for art. But what may surprise you the most about Prague is our food culture. Yes, it’s true! Gone are the days of standardized recipes and hard-to-find ingredients under the Communist regime. After the fall of the Berlin Wall, everything here changed, including the food. Today, Prague is as much a foodie destination as any other major city and this Prague food tour will prove that to you – and to your taste buds.

Beer Spa Private Experience

Prague is a city of beer, but the "liquid gold" is not there only to be drunk. During this unique experience, you will have an exclusive access to a beer spa where you will be able to soak yourself in a large tub for two filled with warm water and beer extract mixture. After the bath you will retreat to the rejuvenation room where you can rest for another 30 minutes and let your body absorb the healing effects of the beer spa. Get ready to relax!

Where to Wander on Day One?

It can be hard to decide how to spend your first hours in Berlin, since the city offers so much for every personal preference. If you’d like to see the city’s more artistic and hip side, we recommend focusing on the district of Kreuzberg, southeast of the city’s Mitte (“middle”) district. If you’d prefer to stay within walking distance of your hotel, we suggest focusing on the area around Hackescher Markt, north of Museum Island, or heading to Alexanderplatz, where you’ll find the city’s best view from atop its signature TV tower.

Get Your Bearings with a Walking Tour

On the private tour, your guide will impress you with stories of the city's amazingly rich history. From Slavic forts to Prussian kings and the foundation of Germany in 1871, through WWI, the rise of the Weimar Republic and the Nazis who replaced it and ushered in WWII, the divisions of the Cold War, and the city’s resurrection as capital of a reunified country, you’ll explore the city’s rollercoaster history. Believe us when we say that there’s a lot to learn from this tour!

Palatial Potsdam

East Meets West Food and History Small Group Tour

Discover the real Berlin, in the vibrant and urban souls of Kreuzberg and Neukölln. These fascinating, unique districts charm like no other, sporting an alternative, chic, and hip style while still firmly connected to the city's history shortly before and after the fall of the Wall. "Kreuzkölln," as the locals nickname the two neighborhoods, is also the home to world-famous street murals, the largest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall, and the largest Turkish community outside of Turkey. There is nothing you won't discover on this tour of the most hip part of Berlin. You'll join an intimate group led by an expert foodie guide, who will take you off the beaten path and along backstreets to discover the local food scene, and the fascinating history of these two areas.