Attractions
This charming Bavarian city is a popular tourist destination,
not only for its famed Oktoberfest Festival, but also because it's
nothing like the rest of Germany really.
A charming combination of old world allure and modern flair, the
city boasts numerous attractions, including numerous Munich museums
such as the BMW Museum, Deutsches Museum, Museum Brandhorst, the
City Museum of Munich and the National Bavarian Museum, to name a
few. Head to the Marienplatz to see some historic buildings and
marvel at the uniquely German architecture, visit Olympia Park and
eat lunch in the revolving restaurant from the adjacent observation
tower to enjoy breathtaking views over the city.
Looking for a bit of fresh air and respite from the rat race?
Head to the Englischer Garten in Schwabing to relax and unwind in
the picturesque gardens, and while you there, you can pay Munich's
second biggest beer garden. For travellers looking for a bit more
adventure, Munich is also the gateway to the Bavarian Alps and
sport enthusiasts from near and far flock here each winter.
Visitors planning on doing lots of sightseeing should purchase
the Munich CityTourCard which entitles the bearer to free public
transport in Munich and a discount card for many tourist
attractions and is available for either one or three days.
Marienplatz
The Marienplatz is the heart of Munich and the site of its most
important historic buildings. The square is dominated by the
Neo-Gothic Town Hall featuring its famous Glockenspiel, both built
in the 19th century. The Glockenspiel delights visitors when it
chimes the hours...
see full detailsOlympia Park
Munich's massive Olympic Park complex was constructed for the
20th Olympic Games in 1972, but remains a marvel of modern
engineering. Its main stadium is a like a massive tent, which can
seat close on 70,000 spectators, topped by the largest roof in...
see full detailsNymphenburg Palace
About five miles (8km) from the city centre, accessible by tram
and bus, is the interesting Schloss Nymphenburg, originally a
summer home for the Munich aristocracy. The palace has been
expanded, altered and fitted with various eccentricities by
succeeding owners over the centuries since...
see full detailsAlte Pinakothek
Munich's art museum houses one of the most important collections
in Europe on two floors of a large neo-classical building. Roughly
700 paintings are on display featuring the work of the greatest
European artists from the 14th to the 18th centuries. Highlights
include works...
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