Things to do in Munich
This charming Bavarian city is a popular tourist destination and a quaint combination of old world allure and modern flair. The city boasts numerous attractions, including some wonderful museums such as the BMW Museum, Deutsches Museum, Museum Brandhorst, the City Museum of Munich and the National Bavarian Museum, to name but a few.
Travellers can head to Marienplatz to see gaze upon historic buildings and marvel at the uniquely German architecture. They can also visit Olympia Park and eat lunch in the revolving restaurant in the tower across the street, enjoying gorgeous views over the city. The Englischer Garten in Schwabing is a great place to relax and unwind in the picturesque gardens, and visit Munich's second biggest beer garden at Chinesischer Turm in the process. Those thirsty travellers coming in autumn can look forward to the world famous Oktoberfest.
For the more adventurous, Munich is also the gateway to the Bavarian Alps and sport enthusiasts from all over the world flock to its slopes for the pristine runs and excellent powder. Football fans can visit FC Bayern Munich's impressive Allianz Arena for a match or a stadium tour that will cover the press conference area, players' tunnel, the FC Bayern Museum and other behind-the-scenes spots.
Visitors planning on doing lots of sightseeing should consider purchasing the CityTourCard, which entitles the bearer to free public transport in Munich and a discount on as many as 70 tourist attractions. Several versions of the card are available.

Marienplatz
The Marienplatz is the heart of Munich and the site of its most important historic buildings. The square is dominated by the Gothic Revival Town Hall featuring its famous glockensp…

Olympiapark
Munich's massive Olympiapark was constructed for the 1972 Olympic Games but remains a marvel of modern engineering. Its main stadium is crowned with one of the largest roofs in the…

Nymphenburg Palace
Originally a summer home for Munich aristocracy, Schloss Nymphenburg lies five miles (8km) from the city centre. The palace has been expanded, altered and fitted with various eccen…
Alte Pinakothek
One of the oldest galleries on the planet, the Alte Pinakothek houses two of the most important collections in Europe. Roughly 700 paintings are on display, featuring the work of m…

Berchtesgaden
A popular excursion from Munich, Berchtesgaden is perhaps best known for the Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus), the mountaintop fortress commissioned as a 50th birthday present for Adol…

Dachau Memorial Site
Dachau is the site of the first notorious Nazi death camp, where thousands were imprisoned, starved and killed between 1933 and 1945. The camp has now been turned into a museum, co…

Chiemsee
One of the most beautiful lakes in the Bavarian Alps, Chiemsee boasts two islands and is lined with resorts. A popular weekend excursion in Germany, it can be reached by train from…

The Romantic Road
A popular route for holidays in Germany, the Romantic Road is a modern concept encapsulating the region's typically Bavarian atmosphere and culture. Guided by multilingual signpost…

Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Germany's top winter sports destination, Garmisch-Partenkirchen retains the charm of the older Partenkirchen. The pride of the city is the still-running Olympic Ice Stadium and the…

Deutsches Museum
The Deutsches Museum sits on a small island in the Isar River and is the world's largest technology and science museum. Perfect for families exploring Munich, there are some 28,000…