Culture, tradition, innovation: the dynamic heart of Bavaria. Find your hotel near Munich.
Munich, the capital of Bavaria, is a vibrant metropolis in Germany. Known for its rich history, magnificent architecture and vibrant culture, the city attracts millions of visitors every year. From historic buildings such as Marienplatz and the Frauenkirche to modern museums and the famous Oktoberfest, Munich offers something special for everyone. With its traditional beer gardens, first-class restaurants and a wealth of cultural events, Munich is a fascinating destination for travelers from all over the world. Our Romantik Hotels near Munich are the perfect starting point for a city trip to the capital of Bavaria. Discover our romantic hotels near Munich now.
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View from the Olympic Tower
Take the elevator to the top and enjoy the unique view over Munich and the Alps.
Walk through Haidhausen
Haidhausen is a charming neighborhood with cobblestone streets, historic buildings and a variety of cozy beer gardens. Visit Wiener Platz and Weißenburger Platz for an authentic Munich flair.
Beer garden at the Chinese Tower
The English Garden may be popular, but the beer garden at the Chinese Tower often remains a little less crowded. Enjoy a cold pale beer and traditional Bavarian food in the middle of the park.
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Munich is rich in cultural, historical and architectural sights. Here are some of the most important:
1. Marienplatz and the New Town Hall: Marienplatz is the historic center of Munich and is home to the imposing New Town Hall with its carillon that plays several times.
2. Frauenkirche: The Gothic cathedral, whose towers are an important landmark of the city, offers impressive architecture and is one of the most important religious buildings in Munich.
3. Englischer Garten: This is one of the largest city parks in the world and offers green landscapes, picturesque lakes, walking paths and beer gardens. The park is also home to the famous Chinese Tower.
4. Nymphenburg Palace: A magnificent baroque palace that was once the summer residence of the Wittelsbach rulers. The extensive gardens and park surrounding the palace are also well worth a visit.
5. Hofbräuhaus: This famous beer house is a symbol of Bavarian beer culture and offers hearty traditional dishes and a lively atmosphere.
6. Deutsches Museum: The largest science and technology museum in the world, offering an impressive collection of exhibits from various fields of science and technology.
7. Viktualienmarkt: A lively market in the heart of the city offering a variety of fresh food, delicacies, flowers and regional specialties.
8. Munich Residence: The former royal palace of the Wittelsbach dynasty offers magnificent rooms, an extensive art collection and beautiful gardens.
9. Pinakotheken: A series of art museums, including the Alte Pinakothek, the Neue Pinakothek and the Pinakothek der Moderne, which house important collections of paintings, sculptures and other works of art.
10. Olympic Park: The venue of the 1972 Olympic Games offers a variety of leisure activities, including concerts, sporting events and the Olympic Tower with a breathtaking view of the city.
Munich has an extensive public transport network consisting of subway trains, suburban trains, streetcars and buses. The MVV ticket system makes it possible to use all means of transportation with one ticket.
Munich is famous for the Oktoberfest, the world's largest folk festival, as well as numerous other events such as the Tollwood Festival, the Christmas market on Marienplatz and the Starkbierfest.
This year's Oktoberfest will take place from September 21 to October 6, 2024 on the Theresienwiese.
Munich is known for its Bavarian cuisine, including veal sausage, pretzels, pork knuckle (roast pork), Leberkäse, Obatzda and, of course, beer from local breweries.
Traditional Bavarian costumes such as dirndls and lederhosen are widely worn in Munich and are especially popular at the Oktoberfest. You will find stores selling traditional costumes in many parts of the city, including the department store Lodenfrey and Trachtenvogl.
There are many day trips from Munich, including visits to the Bavarian Alps, Neuschwanstein Castle, Salzburg in Austria or idyllic lakes such as Tegernsee or Starnberger See.