15 Best Things to Do in Munich

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   Karlsplatz

   LandmarkFree entry

   Karlsplatz, often called Stachus by locals, is one of Munich's busiest and most iconic squares.

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   Allianz Arena

   Entertainment

   The Allianz Arena is one of the most iconic football stadiums in the world, renowned for its innovative architecture and glowing, color-changing exterior.

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   Marienplatz

   Landmark

   Marienplatz has been the heart of Munich since the Middle Ages. The square is dominated by the neo-Gothic New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus), whose intricate facade and towering spire draw the eye.

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   Munich Residence

   Landmark

   The Munich Residence is one of the most magnificent palace complexes in Germany, serving as the seat of the Wittelsbach rulers from the 16th century until 1918.

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   Eisbachwelle

   LandmarkFree entry

   The Eisbachwelle is a man-made standing wave on the Eisbach, a small river that flows through Munich's English Garden.

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   English Garden

   Park & nature

   Stretching from the city center to the northeastern suburbs, the English Garden is Munich’s green lung, covering over 900 acres, larger than New York’s Central Park.

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   Hofgarten

   Park & natureFree entry

   The Hofgarten is a beautifully landscaped Renaissance garden located in the heart of Munich, adjacent to the Residenz palace.

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   Deutsches Museum

   Museum

   Located on an island in the Isar River, the Deutsches Museum is a colossal institution that houses over 28,000 exhibits across 50 fields of science and technology.

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   BMW Welt

   Sight

   BMW Welt, located adjacent to the BMW headquarters and museum, is a stunning architectural landmark and a must-visit for car enthusiasts.

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    Munich Residenz

    Landmark

    The Munich Residenz served as the seat of Bavarian rulers from the 16th century until 1918.

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    Olympiapark

    Outdoor & fun

    Olympiapark is Munich's sprawling sports and recreation complex, originally constructed for the 1972 Summer Olympics. The park is a masterpiece of modern architecture, with sweeping tent-like roofs covering the Olympic Stadium and Olympic Hall.

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    Münchner Freiheit

    LandmarkFree entry

    Münchner Freiheit is a bustling square and major intersection in the heart of Munich's Schwabing neighborhood, a historic artists' quarter.

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    Siegestor

    LandmarkFree entry

    The Siegestor is a monumental triumphal arch located in Munich, Germany, at the boundary between the university district and the city center.

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    St. Peter's Church

    Religious site

    St. Peter's Church, affectionately known as Alter Peter (Old Peter), is the oldest parish church in Munich and a beloved landmark in the heart of the city.

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    Viktualienmarkt

    Market

    Viktualienmarkt is a vibrant, historic open-air market in the heart of Munich, a must-visit for food lovers.

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Beyond the big names, the categories below cover everything else we track here.