Things to do · Munich, Germany

Things to Do in Munich

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Getting there
Munich is served by Munich Airport (MUC), about 29 km north of the city centre, with regular S-Bahn connections that drop you off in roughly 40 minutes. Travelers also arrive via Innsbruck (INN) or Memmingen (FMM) airports, though those are farther and usually involve a shuttle or train transfer. The main railway station, München Hauptbahnhof, links the city to European hubs, and the autobahn network provides easy road access from nearby regions.
Who goes
Each year roughly 15 million tourists visit Munich, drawn by its blend of historic sites, beer culture, and Alpine proximity. The city attracts a mix of cultural explorers, food lovers, and day‑trippers from neighboring countries, with peak crowds in late spring and early autumn, while January and February tend to be the quietest months.
Budgeting
A careful traveler can expect to spend around €70–€100 per day (roughly $75–$110), while a comfortable visitor might budget €130–€180 (about $140–$190), with meals and accommodation taking up the biggest share. A reliable way to stretch your euros is to buy a Munich City Card, which offers discounted public transport and entry to many attractions. Estimate →

  1. Marienplatz

    attraction · 4.5 rating · Free

    Munich's central square and historic heart, home to the New Town Hall and its famous Glockenspiel. Travelers go for the architecture, atmosphere, and as a starting point for exploring the old town.

  2. Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site

    attraction · 4.7 rating · Free

    The memorial site on the grounds of the first Nazi concentration camp, opened in 1933. Travelers visit to learn about the Holocaust and honor its victims through preserved buildings, exhibitions, and memorials.

  3. English Garden

    attraction · 4.6 rating · Free

    One of the world's largest urban parks, stretching along the Isar River in Munich with meadows, wooded paths, a famous surfing wave, and beer gardens. Travelers come to stroll, relax, and experience Munich's outdoor culture.

  4. BMW Museum

    attraction · 4.4 rating · €17

    A landmark automotive museum showcasing the history and design of BMW vehicles, adjacent to BMW Welt and the headquarters.

  5. Deutsches Museum

    attraction · 4.3 rating · €16

    One of the world's largest science and technology museums, with extensive exhibits on engineering, physics, and industry. A must-visit for anyone interested in science and innovation.

  6. Allianz Arena

    stadium · 4.5 rating · €25

    Home stadium to FC Bayern Munich.

  7. Nymphenburg Palace

    attraction · 4.5 rating · €20

    A grand Baroque summer palace of the Bavarian rulers, set amid expansive formal gardens and canals. Travelers come for the lavish interiors, park grounds, and pavilions.

  8. BMW Welt

    museum · 4.4 rating · Free

    BMW's experience and automobile collection centre, known for its futuristic architecture and rotating exhibitions.

  9. Olympiapark München

    attraction · 4.4 rating · Free

    A sprawling park and sports complex built for the 1972 Summer Olympics, featuring the iconic tent-roof stadium, Olympic tower, and lake. Travelers come for recreation, concerts, and panoramic city views.

  10. Viktualienmarkt

    attraction · 4.5 rating · Free

    A large open-air daily food market in Munich's old town with stalls selling produce, meats, cheeses, and local specialties around a beer garden. Travelers come to sample Bavarian food and soak up the market atmosphere.

  11. Asamkirche

    church · 4.6 rating · Free

    A small but lavishly decorated Baroque church built by the Asam brothers, renowned for its dazzling ornamentation and intimate scale. A striking stop for lovers of religious architecture.

  12. Alte Pinakothek

    attraction · 4.5 rating · €9

    One of the world's oldest art galleries, housing an outstanding collection of Old Master paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries. A must-visit for lovers of European fine art.

  13. Chinesischer Turm

    attraction · 4.5 rating · Free

    A wooden pagoda-style tower in Munich's English Garden, surrounded by one of the city's largest and most popular beer gardens. Travelers visit to relax under chestnut trees with a beer and traditional Bavarian food.

  14. Karlstor

    attraction · 4.6 rating · Free

    A medieval gate marking the western entrance to Munich's old town, part of the historic city fortifications and now leading to the pedestrian shopping zone. Travelers pass through it while exploring the city center.

  15. Munich Residence

    attraction · €15

    The former royal palace of the Bavarian monarchs, now a vast museum of opulent rooms, courtyards, and a treasury. Travelers come to see the grand halls, art collections, and centuries of Wittelsbach history.

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