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Things to see in Munich (Germany): 123 places and when to go
Munich is a major city in Germany with around 1,275,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 123 places in and around it, mainly History (45), Nature (23), Food and drink (19). The best known are Olympiastadion, Deutsches Museum and Nymphenburg Palace. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 10. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 48.1319, 11.573
- Population
- About 1,275,000
- Places
- 123 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (45) · Nature (23) · Food and drink (19) · Wildlife (15) · Temples (14) · Museums and art (12)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 29 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Schindelberg, at 805 m.
What to see in Munich
The places in and around Munich, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- OlympiastadionStadium located in Munich, Germany5.0 km
- Deutsches MuseumMuseum of science and technology in Munich, Germany774 m
- Nymphenburg PalaceBaroque palace in Munich, Bavaria, southern Germany6.0 km
- Alte PinakothekArt museum in Munich, Germany1.8 km
- Frauenkirche, MunichChurch in Munich, Bavaria, Germany; cathedral of the archdiocese of Munich and Freising747 m
- Englischer GartenA large public park in the centre of Munich4.4 km
- GlyptothekArchaeological museum in Munich1.7 km
- Neue PinakothekArt museum in Munich, Germany2.0 km
- New Town HallA town hall at the northern part of Marienplatz in Munich, Bavaria, Germany692 m
- Munich ResidenzBuilding in Munich, Upper Bavaria, Germany1.1 km
- Bavarian Academy of Sciences and HumanitiesAcademy of sciences1.2 km
- BMW MuseumMuseum in Germany5.1 km
- BMW WeltShow room in Munich, Germany5.2 km
- Theatine Church, MunichCatholic church in Munich, Germany1.2 km
- Schleissheim PalaceComprises three palaces in a grand baroque park in the village of Oberschleißheim near Munich, Bavaria, Germany13 km
- Bavaria statueStatue of Bavaria in Munich, Germany2.0 km
- BMW HeadquartersGerman landmark5.1 km
- Asam Church, MunichFilial Roman Catholic church in Munich, Germany450 m
- St. Michael's Church, MunichChurch in Bavaria, Germany808 m
- St. Peter's Church, MunichA church in Munich557 m
- Haus der KunstArt museum in Munich, Germany1.7 km
- Bavarian National MuseumArt and cultural history museum in Munich, Germany1.9 km
- Pinakothek der ModerneArt museum in Munich, Germany1.7 km
- FeldherrnhalleMonumental loggia on the Odeonsplatz in Munich, Germany1.1 km
And the other 99, by what you come to do:
- History: Siegestor, Munich-Riem Airport, Olympiaturm, National Theatre, Old Town Hall, Munich, Maximilianeum, Angel of Peace, Ruhmeshalle, Karlstor, Amalienburg, Mariensäule, Prinzregententheater, Propylaea, Alter Hof, Bayerische Staatskanzlei, St. Michael in Berg am Laim, Munich, Dianatempel, Müllersches Volksbad, Palais Leuchtenberg, Klosterkirche St. Anna im Lehel, Beuerberg Abbey, Oberschleißheim Regatta Course, Weihenstephan Abbey, Mandarin Oriental, Munich, Kriechbaumhof, Thalhausen castle, Lustheim Palace, St. Jakobus
- With kids: Hellabrunn Zoo, Hi-Sky, Cavalluna Park, European Southern Observatory, Hallenbad Ismaning, Phönix-Bad Ottobrunn, Raabe Strandbad & Bootsverleih, Türkenfelder Wildgehege
- Food and drink: Viktualienmarkt, Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan, Auer Dult, Elisabethmarkt, Mariahilfplatz, Pasing Viktualienmarkt, Aubinger Bräu, Brauerei Hopfenhäcker, Cosmic Spirits, Giesinger Biermanufaktur und Spezialitätenbraugesellschaft mbH, Giesinger Bräu Bräustüberl, Gräfliches Hofbrauhaus Freising, Haderner Bräu - Münchens erste Bio-Brauerei, Mövenpick Weinkeller, Richelbräu, Technisches Büro Weihenstephan, Tollwood Festival, Werksviertel Bräu, Zehmerbräu
- Museums and art: Goetz Collection, Deutsches Museum Flugwerft Schleissheim, MVG Museum
- Nature: Brunnbach, Fröttmaninger Berg, Riemer Park, Schwarzhölzl, Allacher Lohe, Habichau, Hechenberger Leite, Luitpoldhügel, Perlacher Mugl, Schindelberg, Schluifelder Moos, Ampermoos, Babenstubener Moore, Echinger Lohe, Garchinger Heide, Isarauen zwischen Hangenham und Moosburg, Klettergarten Baierbrunn, Klosterfilz, Leonhardsfilz, Weltwald, Zellbachtal
- Temples: Holy Cross Church, Munich, Freimann Mosque, Kloster Dietramszell, St. Florian (Attenham), St. Georg (Freising)
- Architecture: Oskar von Miller Tower
- Stargazing: Bavarian Public Observatory Munich, Sternwarte im Deutschen Museum, Universitäts-Sternwarte München
- Hot springs: Hotel Deutsche Eiche, Le Spa München
- Snow: Baierbrunn Langlaufloipe, Skilift Beuerberg
- Hiking: Dream Path Munich-Venice, Heilige Landschaft Pfaffenwinkel - Ostschleife, Münchner Jakobskirchenweg, Münchner Jakobskirchenweg - Alternative, Zugang Nord MKJW
- Diving: Pullinger Weiher, Sub Sea
When to go to Munich
The best time to visit Munich is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:34
- FebPossible9:58
- MarPossible11:35
- AprBest time13:25
- MayBest time14:58
- JunBest time15:50
- JulBest time15:29
- AugBest time14:07
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:33
- NovPossible8:58
- DecBest time8:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 10. In June, 118 of the 123 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Munich
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 29 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Olching25 places21 km
- Pöcking42 places27 km
- Vierkirchen12 places28 km
- Aying22 places29 km
- Erding26 places30 km
- Steinhöring8 places34 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Munich?
The best known: Olympiastadion, Deutsches Museum, Nymphenburg Palace, Alte Pinakothek, Frauenkirche, Munich. In all, 123 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Munich?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 10.
How do you get to Munich?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 29 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Munich as the destination and these 123 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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