munich

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Munich is much more than just the Oktoberfest or Lederhosen. The beautiful Bavarian capital possesses a mixture of exclusive shopping, art, culture, culinary indulgence and deep-rooted traditions. Additionally, its residents are famous for being some of Germany's most cheerful people.

Best things to do in munich

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Dachau Concentration Camp & Memorial Site

Discover the history of the Holocaust on a half-day tour from Munich to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. Travel by train and bus to the memorial site, and take a guided tour of the compound, a place of memorial and education dedicated to the thousands who were imprisoned and lost their lives there between 1933 and 1945. Learn about Dachau's role as a model for Nazi camps and explore the exhibitions, memorials, and reconstructed barracks with informative commentary from your guide.

Beer & Oktoberfest Museum

Munich is the capital of beer: with seven breweries, the world-famous Hofbräuhaus and the Oktoberfest. Delve into the rich history of beer, from its origins during the great migration to its role in monasteries, brewing techniques, and the enactment of the 'purity law' of 1516. The museum also shows the interior of a traditional middle-class Munich home. The Oktoberfest also has a long history, beginning as a national holiday to celebrate the wedding of Ludwig I with Princess Theresa von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. Over time, it has now become the largest folk festival in the world.

Neuschwanstein Castle & Linderhof Palace Day Tour

Witness the Neuschwanstein fairytale castle that inspired Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle, as well as the Linderhof Palace on a magical day trip from Munich. Built by Germany's King Ludwig II on a rugged hill against a backdrop of Bavaria's lush and picturesque mountain scenery, the Schloss Neuschwanstein is a stunning piece of architecture, which one could literally spend hours staring at. The Linderhof Palace, the smallest of the three palaces associated with King Ludwig II, served as his primary residence for much of his life.

St Peter's Church

Located in the heart of Munich, St Peter's Church is the city’s oldest parish church. The Renaissance tower known as 'Old Peter' is a city landmark and offers visitors a wonderful view of the city and the nearby Alps.