Germany
Munich
Munich is the largest city in Germany's Bavaria state, situated along the Isar River north of the Alps. It's also well known as the host city of the 1972 Summer Olympics.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Munich Airport (MUC)
- Best season
- May–Oct
- Time zone
- Europe/Berlin
- Sights covered
- 44 places
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Museums & galleries
Deutsches Museum
The Deutsches Museum in Munich is the world's largest museum of science and technology. Its more than 50 exhibition halls let visitors explore inventions and technical displays that trace the history of science.
Museums & galleries
Nymphenburg Palace
A palace in Munich that once served as the summer residence of the Wittelsbach family, Bavaria's former royal house. Here you can experience opulent royal architecture up close.
Museums & galleries
Alte Pinakothek
The Alte Pinakothek is a historic art museum in Munich's Kunstareal district, counted among the oldest art museums in the world. Here you can see paintings by European masters from the 14th to the 18th century.
Temples & religious sites
Frauenkirche
The Frauenkirche is the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Munich. It's considered a landmark symbol of the Bavarian capital.
Parks & gardens
Englischer Garten
The English Garden is a large urban park in Munich, Germany, offering varied scenery across its expansive grounds. It's popular with travelers looking to stroll, relax, or enjoy other outdoor activities.
Museums & galleries
Glyptothek
The Glyptothek is a museum founded by Bavarian King Ludwig I to house his collection of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures. The Neoclassical building itself is worth seeing, and it pairs well with a tour of Munich's Kunstareal district.
Parks & gardens
Marienplatz
Marienplatz is Munich's central square, which has served as the heart of the city since 1158. A golden statue of the Virgin Mary stands at its center as a symbol of the square.
Museums & galleries
Neue Pinakothek
This Munich museum focuses on 18th- and 19th-century European painting. It's a great place to explore a collection representative of 19th-century art.
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Best value
Where to stay in Munich for the best value and transit convenience
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Family travel
Where to stay in Munich with family: best areas and booking guide
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Couples & honeymoon
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Central & near stations
Where to Stay in Munich Near Central Train Stations and Transit Hubs
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Best time to visit
When Is the Best Time to Visit Munich?
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First-time guide
First-Timer Guide to Munich: City Layout, Transit, and What to Do First
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Getting around
How to Get Around Munich by Public Transit and Airport Rail
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