Things to Do in Munich
43 curated spots from Munich itineraries
Activities & Attractions
23 curated experiences
Alte Pinakothek
Explore one of the world’s oldest galleries with masterpieces by Dürer, Rubens, and other European greats.
2h · $10-15
Englischer Garten North
Stroll meadows, watch surfers on Eisbach wave, picnic by streams (30-min S-Bahn from Altstadt).
2h · Free
English Garden South & Eisbachwelle
Enter the park near the city center, walk along the Eisbach stream, and watch surfers ride the standing wave.
1h 30m · Free
Frauenkirche & Old Town Lanes
Visit the iconic twin-towered cathedral and then wander nearby pedestrian streets for architecture and small shops.
1h · Free or small donation
Glockenbachviertel & Gärtnerplatz Shopping Stroll
Browse boutiques, design shops, and side streets around Gärtnerplatz and Glockenbachviertel.
2h · Free to browse
Hofgarten & Odeonsplatz
Stroll the formal gardens beside the Residenz and admire the architecture around Odeonsplatz.
1h · Free
Isar River Beach
Relax on sandy 'FKK' or family beaches, dip in river, 15-min walk south.
2h · Free
Königsplatz & Maxvorstadt Stroll
Walk through the neoclassical square and surrounding streets lined with museums, universities, and cafés.
1h · Free
Marienplatz & Glockenspiel
Watch the 11 AM chiming figures on the New Town Hall, explore the square's Christmas market vibe year-round.
1h · Free
Marienplatz & Neues Rathaus
Explore Munich’s main square, admire the neo-Gothic New Town Hall, and time your visit to see the Glockenspiel performance.
1h · Free
Marienplatz and New Town Hall
Spend time in Munich’s historic heart, watching the square, the ornate façade, and the city-center architecture that define the old town.[4]
1h · Free
Maximilianstraße Window Shopping
Walk along Munich’s luxury shopping street to browse high-end boutiques and admire the grand boulevard.
1h · Free to browse
Munich Residenz
Visit the former royal palace to see grand rooms, court architecture, and a major historical site in the city center.[1][3][4]
2h · $10-15
Museum Brandhorst
Compact museum focused on contemporary art, including works by Warhol and Cy Twombly.
1h 30m · $10-15
Nymphenburg Palace
Visit the baroque summer residence of Bavarian rulers, including the main palace and carriage museum.
2h 30m · $15-20
Nymphenburg Palace Gardens
Wander baroque gardens, canals, and pavilions (15-min tram from Hirschgarten).
2h · $15 gardens
Nymphenburg Palace Park & Canals
Wander through expansive gardens, canals, and smaller pavilions surrounding the palace.
2h · Free to roam the park
Olympiapark
Easy lakeside walks, Olympic Tower views, hilltop panoramas (U3 from Maxvorstadt, 15 min).
1h 30m · $10 entry
Olympiapark Munich
Explore the landscaped park of the 1972 Olympics with lakes, hills, and distinctive tent-like roofs.
2h · Free to enter; activities extra
Pinakothek der Moderne (or Neue Pinakothek substitute exhibits)
Visit the modern art, design, and architecture collections in a bright, spacious museum complex.
2h · $10-15
Residenz Museum & Treasury
Tour the former royal palace of the Bavarian kings, including ornate rooms and the jewel-filled treasury.
2h 30m · $15-20
Viktualienmarkt
Browse produce, flowers, specialty foods, and a central beer garden in Munich’s historic daily market.
1h 30m · Free to enter
Viktualienmarkt & Beer Garden
Browse the colorful market, relax in the adjacent beer garden with a radler.
1h 30m · $10-20Restaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Andechser am Dom
Have a relaxed Bavarian breakfast near the cathedral area; order coffee, bread, and a simple egg or pastry plate if you want a lighter start.
1h · $12-20 per person
Chinesischer Turm Beer Garden
Large beer garden around the Chinese Tower in the English Garden; order a Radler and roast chicken or Obatzda with pretzel.
1h 30m · $18-30 per person
Viktualienmarkt Food Stalls
Grab sausages, cheese, fresh bread, or ready-made dishes from different stalls and eat at the shared tables in the open-air market.
1h · $12-20 per person
Augustiner-Keller
Hausbrauerei specialties like Schweinshaxe in vaulted historic cellars (S-Bahn 20 min).
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Bäckerei Zöttl Müllerstraße
Neighborhood bakery with sandwiches, pastries, and good coffee; grab something simple before sightseeing.
30m · $6-12 per person
Backspielhaus Romanplatz
Local bakery near tram connections; grab coffee, rolls, or sweet pastries before heading to the palace.
30m · $6-12 per person
Bene Café im Museum Brandhorst
Modern museum café with good coffee, pastries, and light breakfast options.
45m · $10-18 per person
Café Frischhut
Iconic spot for fresh Bavarian cream-filled fritters (Buchteln) and coffee.
45m · $10-15 per person
Café Glockenspiel
Upstairs café with views over Marienplatz; enjoy a relaxed breakfast with a classic Bavarian spread and coffee.
1h · $15-25 per person
Café Klenze in the Alte Pinakothek
Museum café with light dishes, cakes, and coffee; ideal for a quick, comfortable break between galleries.
45m · $12-20 per person
Café Luitpold
Elegant café known for pastries and coffee; order a breakfast set with bread basket, jams, and eggs.
1h · $15-25 per person
Der kleine Flo
Casual spot known for mini-burgers and creative small plates, perfect for sharing.
1h 15m · $18-30 per person
Der Pschorr
Modern take on Bavarian cuisine on Viktualienmarkt, focusing on regional ingredients and Augustiner beer.
1h 30m · $25-45 per person
Hirschgarten Beer Garden
Giant Brezn, grilled chicken, Augustiner beer in world's largest beer garden (tram 10 min).
1h 15m · $20-35 per person
Hofbräuhaus München
Order roast pork knuckle, pretzels, and 1L Maß beer amid live music.
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Hofbräukeller am Wiener Platz
Traditional beer hall and garden across the river; try Wiener Schnitzel or Käsespätzle with a local beer.
1h 30m · $22-35 per person
Man Versus Machine Coffee Roasters Müllerstraße
Specialty coffee shop with pastries and light bites in a trendy area south of the center.
45m · $8-15 per person
Prinz Myshkin
Vegetarian Bavarian twists like spinach dumplings in cozy, candlelit setting (15-min tram from park).
1h 30m · $30-45 per person
Restaurant Olympiasee
Lakeside restaurant inside Olympiapark with regional dishes and views over the water and stadium lights.
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Rischart Marienplatz
Classic Bavarian bakery-café right on Marienplatz; order a butterbreze (buttered pretzel) and a coffee while you watch the square wake up.
45m · $8-15 per person