Munich, Germany, is Bavaria's capital, the birthplace of Oktoberfest, and home to the FC Bayern Munich football team and Germany's most successful club to date. There's so much to do here, so where do you start?! We're starting you out with ten ideas below 🍺🥨⚽
Nymphenburg Palace
Explore this famous palace that was home to the couple whose wedding originated Oktoberfest in 1810! There is a ticket fee for entry, however, you can enter a few rooms and explore the surrounding park for free.
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Bet you didn't think surfing in downtown Munich would be on this top ten list.... Head here inside the Englischer Garten (English Garden) to watch surfers master the Eisbach AKA the ice brook!
See MoreOlympiapark München
This park has lots of different things to do. The main thing is to head up the tower for incredible views (or a meal)! And the Olympiaberg hill in the middle of the park is a fantastic spot to watch the sunset.
See MoreEssentially the beer capital of the world, you simply must sample the beers alongside a local expert on this guided excursion.
See MoreKloster Andechs
Take a day trip, about an hour drive outside the city, to this monastery and brewery that has been in operation since the 15th century. Head here for incredible views, brews, and foods! Try their schweinshaxe, which is a crispy pork, and of course, you have to get a giant pretzel.
See MoreAllianz Arena
For a real authentic experience in Munich, go to an FC Bayern football game here!
See MorePlatzl
Located in old town, this is a spot to see what historic Munich looked like. While there, visit the world-famous Hofbräuhaus.
See MoreHofbräuhaus München
Inside an incredible neo-Renaissance building, is where Munich's beer tradition has lived since 1608 at Hofbräuhaus! Come grab a pint.
See MoreMarienplatz
Don't leave Munich without watching the famous Glockenspiel clock on the tower of Neues Rathaus—43 bells ring and 32 life-sized figures appear! It rings everyday at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
See MoreCafe Glockenspiel GmbH
After exploring Marienplatz by foot, head up the elevator to this cafe for the best views of the Glockenspiel. Try to come up when it rings at 11 or 12!
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