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Top 7 Things to do and Attractions in Munich Germany!

Top 7 Things to do and Attractions in Munich Germany

When one thinks of Munich, Oktoberfest will naturally come to mind! But what are the top things to do and attractions in Munich really? Where exactly to stay in Munich?

Let’s find out!

Top Things to do and Attractions in Munich Germany!

1. Glockenspiel Clock Tower

Rathaus Glockenspiel @ Marienplatz Munich
Rathaus Glockenspiel @ Marienplatz Munich

The Rathaus Glockenspiel is one of the top 10 must visit clock towers in the world! Today, it attracts millions of visitors annually to see its shows and the uniqueness of what this clock tower has to offer!

2. Marienplatz

City Hall Clock Tower and the Mariensäule (Marian Column)
City Hall Clock Tower and the Mariensäule (Marian Column)

Besides the Glockenspiel, Marienplatz itself also attracts visitors alike. At this old square, visitors can enjoy a drink at the cafes, catch the show of Glockenspiel or simply just people watch. Meet your friends at Mariensaule if you’re lost!

3. Viktualienmarkt

Viktualienmarkt (Munich) and the Maypole
Viktualienmarkt (Munich) and the Maypole

An old farmer’s market in the past, Viktualienmarkt has evolved into a large market that sells all types of groceries, meats and even souvenirs. Have a meal at the al fresco dining area while you’re there!

4. Hofbrauhaus Munchen

Hofbrauhaus am Platzl in Munich
Hofbrauhaus am Platzl in Munich
Best pork knuckle ever @ Hofbrauhaus Munchen
Best pork knuckle ever @ Hofbrauhaus Munchen

Missed Oktoberfest? No worries! Hofbrauhaus brewery has its own merry men that conjours that lively atmosphere at the Oktoberfest! What’s more, you get to savour the best pork knuckle ever here at Hofbrauhaus! Guten Appetit!

5. Englischer Garten

Entrance to the Englischer Garten Munich
Entrance to the Englischer Garten Munich

Enjoy a leisurely stroll at the Englischer Garten! Check out the Japanese Tea House or the Chinese Tower in this garden while you’re here. You may also chance upon surfers here!

6. Side Trips to Oberammergau and Mittenwald – Bavarian!

Street with Alps in the background - Artistically taken by Kate!
Street with Alps in the background – Artistically taken by Kate!
Alps (The Kofel : Oberammergau Matterhorn) and the ice cream shop
Alps (The Kofel : Oberammergau Matterhorn) and the ice cream shop

The awe-inspiring Bavarian Alps can be visited via Munich! Take a short trip to Oberammergau and Mittenwald where you’ll be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery as well as the large mural art! You can also choose to visit the Neuschwanstein castle that inspired the animation at the start of Disney’s production.

7. Oktoberfest!!!

Welcome to Oktoberfest at Theriesen Wiese, Munich!
Welcome to Oktoberfest at Theriesen Wiese, Munich!
Throngs of people in the Oktoberfest beer tents - in the middle of the day!
Throngs of people in the Oktoberfest beer tents – in the middle of the day!

How can a visit to Munich be complete without going to the Oktoberfest?! Oktoberfest, held at the Theresienwiese Oktoberfest area is not only the biggest beer festival in the world, it is also a huge gigantic fun fair, offering a great time for the entire family!

We stayed at the NH Dornach during our visit to the Oktoberfest. Do check out our posts about the hotels!

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Englischer Garten Munich : A surfer’s paradise?

Englischer Garten Munich A surfer’s paradise

Englischer Garten or the English Gardens in Munich is a large public garden, larger than that of Central Park in New York! Here, you can enjoy a relaxing stroll through the gardens, have a tea at the Japanese Tea House or just chill with your buddies at the Chinese Tower (aka Chinesischer Turm).

What to do at the Englischer Garten Munich

Entrance to the Englischer Garten Munich
Entrance to the Englischer Garten Munich

Japanisches Teehaus or the Japanese Tea House is a place in the gardens where regular tea ceremonies take place. Not a very good shot though.

Japanisches Teehaus with red autumn leaves
Japanisches Teehaus with red autumn leaves

One of the most amazing sights we saw at the English Gardens was this…


Surfers surfing at the Englischer Garten Munich!

These surfers are actually surfing in the river! Turns out that this is an artificial stream with waves produced by pumps. ONLY experienced and skilled surfers are allowed on this river. See how skillful these surfers are!

Kate and I stood there for quite a while and it started to drizzle…so we continued on to enjoy the rest of the gardens, heading in the general direction of the Chinesischer Turm…

Chinesischer Turm at the Englischer Garten Munich
Chinesischer Turm at the Englischer Garten Munich

The Chinesischer Turm or Chinese Tower is one of the main attractions at the English Gardens. The Tower itself was meant to replicate a Chinese Pagoda and it is also home to the beer garden, which holds 7000 seats – the 2nd largest in the whole of Munich!

Unfortunately, the rain started to pour and Kate and I did not have the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere here. If you had enjoy a couple of drinks here, share your experience with us in the comments section below!

How to get to Englischer Garten Munich



Map to the Englischer Garten Munich

As the garden is really huge, the Universitat, Giselastrasse & Münchner Freiheit U-bahn stations are close to the gardens. For the Chinese Tower, alight at Giselastrasse for a closer access!

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Englischer Garten aka English Gardens in Munich
Englischer Garten aka English Gardens in Munich

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