Key attractions
The sights in the Altstadt can be reached on foot from the central Marienplatz square. The old and new city halls flank the square, and look as if they were taken from the pages of a fairytale book. The medieval Frauenkirche and its twin 100-meter high towers is the city’s identifying landmark. The Hofbrauhaus is the flagship of the Altstadt’s bars. The Residenz is the one-time Bavarian royal palace and one of the most interesting museums in Germany. The science exhibit housed at the Deutsches Museum is one of many superb Munich museum collections. The Hofgarten and the Englischer Garten gardens are located on the edge of the Altstadt.
Having fun
Munich is a cultural mecca, and visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to having a good time. At the Residenz, the Residenztheater is home to the state theater troupe and the Herkulessaal to the state Radio Symphony Orchestra. Ballet and opera are on the program most evenings at the Nationaltheater. An eclectic range of bars, of which the Hofbrauhaus is the best known, caters to all tastes. The Oktoberfest is a must for many visitors. Those who like to party late will love the atmosphere in the 20-plus clubs at Kultfabrik. Abundant cafés and beer gardens round off the options.
Shopping
The eight-story Galeria Kaufhof and the massive underground Stachus Passagen are the main shopping venues in the center, and sell everything from toiletries to luxury clothing and accessories. Department stores and international chains are represented on Kaufinger Strasse and other nearby streets in the Altstadt. The Olympia Einkaufszentrum is a mall next to the 1972 Olympics Stadium and has boutiques, eateries, and large stores. Viktualienmarkt is the best known of the markets and is a labyrinth of stalls with exotic fruit, spices, cheeses, and sausages among its offerings.
Nearby
Using Munich as a base, there are lots of activity venues and tourist destinations within convenient range. Andechs Monastery is a Baroque edifice on the shores of Ammersee lake, 25 miles from Munich. Tegernsee, a slightly longer journey south, features a picturesque castle and the Olaf Gulbransson Museum. Nordic walking, hiking, and swimming are among other Tegernsee draws. Dachau Palace and its attractive court garden are 15 miles north and can be combined with a visit to the infamous WWII Dachau Concentration Camp. Skyline Park is 40 minutes by car and provides thrills for the whole family.
Our recommendations in Munich
Hahn Hotel
Located in Munich, Hahn Hotel is near a metro station. Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Olympic Park and English Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympic Stadium or Olympiahalle. Our guests love the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Westendstrasse U-Bahn is 14 minutes by foot and Schwanthalerhohe U-Bahn is 14 minutes.
Hilton Munich Park
Located in Munich's Schwabing neighborhood, Hilton Munich Park is near a metro station. Deutsches Museum and BMW World are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Viktualienmarkt and Karlsplatz - Stachus. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Allianz Arena or Olympiahalle.
Hotel Andra
Located in Munich's Munich City Centre neighborhood, Hotel Andra is in the city center and connected to the convention center. Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) and Marienplatz are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at English Garden and Olympic Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympiahalle or Allianz Arena.
Hotel Royal
Located in Munich's Munich City Centre neighborhood, Hotel Royal is in the city center and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at English Garden and Olympic Park, while Deutsches Museum and BMW World are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympic Stadium or Olympiahalle. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
Four Points By Sheraton Munich Central
Located in Munich's Munich City Centre neighborhood, Four Points By Sheraton Munich Central is in the city center and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at English Garden and Olympic Park, while Deutsches Museum and Gasteig are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympic Stadium or Olympiahalle. Our guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Theresienwiese U-Bahn is 6 minutes by foot and Hackerbrücke S-Bahn is 8 minutes.
Maritim Hotel München
Located in Munich's Munich City Centre neighborhood, Maritim Hotel München is in the city center and near a metro station. Viktualienmarkt and Karlsplatz - Stachus are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore English Garden and Olympic Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympic Stadium or Olympiahalle. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central and quiet location.
Pullman Munich
Located in Munich's Schwabing neighborhood, Pullman Munich is near a metro station. Marienplatz and Hofbrauhaus are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Viktualienmarkt and Karlsplatz - Stachus. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympic Stadium or Olympiahalle. Our guests love the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Nordfriedhof U-Bahn is 5 minutes by foot and Dietlindenstrasse U-Bahn is 10 minutes.
Hotel München City Center affiliated by Meliá
Located in Munich's Munich City Centre neighborhood, TRYP München City Center Hotel is in the city center and near a metro station. Viktualienmarkt and Karlsplatz - Stachus are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore English Garden and Olympic Park. Check out an event or a game at Olympic Stadium, and consider making time for Hellabrunn Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Our guests love the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Theresienwiese U-Bahn is 3 minutes by foot and Central U-Bahn is 10 minutes.