Munich City Breaks

Q: What’s the city of Munich famous for?

It’s most famous for its annual raucous Oktoberfest beer celebration. The beer halls are crowded chaos, celebrating the many breweries around the city. Outside of this festival, you’ll be able to access the world’s largest beer garden with space for up to 8,000 eager drinkers. But Munich is more than beer. It’s a city of extraordinary beauty with Renaissance cathedrals and Baroque palaces. And, if you’re looking for a day trip, an hour and a half’s drive away sits the ultimate fairy-tale castle. Neuschwanstein Castle in southern Bavaria is a must-see for lovers of fantastic tales.

Q: What should I eat in Munich City?

The ‘wurst’ sausage has been a major part of the Bavarian diet for hundreds of years. Round off yout meal with a sticky kuchen cake.

Q: Is English spoken in Munich City?

While German is of course the main language, English is taught in German schools and most people will have a basic understanding. You can expect to find menus in English in many of the restaurants, especially in the tourist areas. As ever when you’re heading overseas, try to learn a couple of basic phrases in the language and the locals will be much happier to respond in the English that they have.

Q: How do I get around Munich City?

You'll be able to see most of the city's star attractions on foot while Munich's excellent public transport will get you anywhere else.

Q: Does Munich have a city pass?

It has two to choose from: a Munich Card and a Munich City Pass. The first will allow you reduced admission to museums and attractions and free travel on public transport. It’ll also get you discounts in several shops and restaurants throughout the city. The City Pass includes free admission to over 45 museums and sites, free travel on public transport, and even greater reductions in restaurants and shops. They run from one to five days and are a good choice to see as much of Munich as possible.

Q: How long do I need for a city break to Munich?

A weekend here is enough for a glimpse of the city but, if you have the time, it’s worth staying for longer. You could easily fill four or five days here, there are so many museums and sites. And take a week if you’re planning to add some day trips to see the idyllic pastoral scenes of the Bavarian countryside.

Q: Is the city of Munich family-friendly?

Definitely, and there’s plenty to do here that kids will love. A good starting point is the huge animated clock at the Neues Rathaus with its 32 dancing characters acting out scenes from Bavarian history. The English Park is a vast area with a network of woodland walks leading to a boating lake. Use the opportunity to take a little tour of the world and hunt down a Japanese Pagoda and a Greek Temple in the park. There’s also a zoo and an aquarium and countless museums with interactive exhibitions for kids to enjoy.

Q: Is Munich good for a city break?

This is a good choice for a city break because it’s a city that captures so much. Packed with history and steeped in tradition, it also has a modern side. Whether you’re after shopping, museums, culture or grand architecture, you’ll find it in Munich. The Bavarian capital is often referred to as the northernmost city of Italy – it’s so far south in Germany you’re only a couple of hours from the Italian border. And Italy’s influence is felt in Munich with beautiful Renaissance and Baroque stylings.

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A hub of culture and tradition

As Germany’s third largest city, Munich is a hotbed of culture, great food and fantastic traditions (read Lederhosen). Founded in 1158, the city has far from rested since then, defining itself as a central part of Bavarian culture. Beer-drinkers and culture vultures step this way, we think you’re going to love a holiday in Munich City. In truth, Munich is one of Germany’s most interesting places to visit because it’s a city of two halves. Partly a haven for arts and technology, and partly a place of history and tradition. One of its funnest customs is Oktoberfest, the largest beer festivals in the world. With a vibrant and hearty nightlife, and the finest restaurants in southern Germany, as well as a city full of interesting and fun things to do, it’s clear why so many travel here.

The Old Town
Containing many of Munich’s best tourist attractions, the Altstadt is where to go to find the Neues Rathaus and the Glockenspiel.
The English Garden
A vast and beautiful park covered in greenery, creeks, lakes and beer gardens, this is the perfect place to kick back and chill out.
See the Residenz Museum
If you like your attractions gold-plated, this one is for you. The home of Bavaria's Royalty in 1508, the Residenz is Munich's number one attraction.

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From priority access for attractions, to day trips to historic sites, here’s our must see activities in Munich City

Geführte Tour zur KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau ab München
Geführte Tour zur KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau ab München
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Begeben Sie sich auf eine vollständig organisierte, tief bewegende Reise von München zur Gedenkstätte Dachau und erleben Sie ein einzigartiges Erlebnis, das Sie nie vergessen werden.
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Salzburg und Seengebiet Tagestour ab München
Salzburg und Seengebiet Tagestour ab München
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Wandeln Sie auf dieser wunderschönen Tour von München nach Salzburg und in die Seenplatte auf den Spuren von Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
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Tagesausflug von München nach Berchtesgaden und zum Kehlsteinhaus
Tagesausflug von München nach Berchtesgaden und zum Kehlsteinhaus
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Erleben Sie die beeindruckende Bergkulisse und die wunderschöne Landschaft des Berchtesgadener Landes und besuchen Sie das Kehlsteinhaus bei einem Tagesausflug ab München.
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Fahrradtour durch München
Fahrradtour durch München
Erkunden Sie München bequem mit dem Fahrrad. Sie lernen nette Leute kennen, besuchen tolle Orte und haben jede Menge Spaß!
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Hop-On-Hop-Off-Bustour 48h Ticket
Hop-On-Hop-Off-Bustour 48h Ticket
Steigen Sie in den Hop-on-Hop-off-Bus, um München und seine interessantesten Sehenswürdigkeiten zu erkunden. Buchen Sie Ihre Tickets im Voraus.
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Hop-On-Hop-Off-Bustour 24h
Hop-On-Hop-Off-Bustour 24h
Steigen Sie in den Hop-on-Hop-off-Bus, um München und seine interessantesten Sehenswürdigkeiten zu erkunden. Buchen Sie Ihre Tickets im Voraus.
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Geschichten und Schätze des Münchner Königsplatz-Viertels – selbstgeführtes Audio
Geschichten und Schätze des Münchner Königsplatz-Viertels – selbstgeführtes Audio
Buchen Sie jetzt und entdecken Sie den berühmten Königsplatz mit Ihrer eigenen In-App-Audiotour.
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München Ticket für den königlichen Palastkomplex und In-App-Audiotour
München Ticket für den königlichen Palastkomplex und In-App-Audiotour
Buchen Sie diese komfortable In-App-Audiotour und entdecken Sie die reiche Geschichte und Geheimnisse des bayerischen Königshauses und die beeindruckende Architektur Münchens.
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Selbstgeführte Audiotour durch die historische Altstadt von München
Selbstgeführte Audiotour durch die historische Altstadt von München
Buchen Sie jetzt und nehmen Sie an einer einzigartigen Tour teil, um das größte Architekturabenteuer in der Münchner Altstadt zu erleben.
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Tour durch München in einem Erkundungsspiel zu den Anfängen der Nazi-Bewegung
Tour durch München in einem Erkundungsspiel zu den Anfängen der Nazi-Bewegung
Fahren Sie am Führerbau (Schule für Theater und Musik), Hofgarten, Hofbräuhaus und anderen Orten vorbei, bis Sie das Alte Rathaus mit einer unverwechselbaren App erreichen, die Sie als Selbstführer auf Ihrem Handy anhören können.
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Cancel up to 60 days before you travel and get your deposit back as credit
Thousands of hotels
Discover Europe's most loved hotels in the best beach and city locations
Great offers & discounts
Unbeatable prices, free child places, plus other discounts and deals
Flexible flights
Flight times to suit you from airports across the UK
Extras included
Our beach holidays include a 23kg bag and transfers
Holiday better
We offer a selection of certified sustainable hotels for better holiday choices
Best price guarantee
We’ll beat the price if you find the same holiday cheaper elsewhere
Low deposit
Book your holiday with a deposit of just £60 per person
Easy ways to pay
Spread the cost, paying in instalments as often as you like up to 28 days before you travel
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Change your holiday online with low change fees up to 28 days before departure
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Cancel up to 60 days before you travel and get your deposit back as credit
Thousands of hotels
Discover Europe's most loved hotels in the best beach and city locations
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Flight times to suit you from airports across the UK

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Once night falls, make your way to Ludwigvorstadt in the centre of the city for your choice of lively bars and clubs.