Travel to Munich

Munich is a popular city to visit in Germany that promises to keep you busy. This city is known for its beautiful parks and gardens, not to mention its annual Oktoberfest. It's also home to more museums than any other city in Germany, and its great location makes it a good base for exploring other parts of the country. More on Munich tourist attractions here.

If you are travelling to Munich from the UK, check this site for Flights to Munich from the UK.

Munich Hotels

Since Munich has such a large tourist appeal, there are numerous hotels to choose from in the city. Though you may want to book early to avoid the rush. Good rates on hotels in Munich can be found here.

All sorts of accommodations are available from large, elegant hotels to hostels. There is also a wide range in prices. But Munich promises to find a hotel that's right for you with all the variety that's available. Reserve a Munich hotel in advance here.

Highlights

• The Schloss Nymphenburg, an amazing baroque palace that was built in the early 18th century as the royal family’s summer residence, is one of the best sites in the city.
• In the centre of the Altstadt is the Marienplatz, a vibrant square lined with sidewalk cafés and beautiful gothic churches.
• The glowing Mariensäule, Mary’s Column, the neo-Gothic Neues Rathaus, and City Hall with its famous Glockenspiel chiming four times a day are all popular attractions in the heart of the city.
• Maximillianstrasse is the main shopping street in Munich. Here are many boutiques and quaint shops.
• The world famous Hofbräuhaus is located in Munich. It was established in 1589 by Duke Wilhelm V and it seats more than 4,000 drinkers.
• The English Garden (Europe's largest park) is in Schwabing, and provides scenic walking, boating, and even nude sunbathing.

Day trips by hire car

Having hire car in Munich is worth the expense, since it makes it easy to explore the city and the surrounding areas. Munich car hire can be arranged here.

Day trips by hire car are an excellent way to travel the German countryside and see its beautiful lakes and remote palaces. The Neues Schloss Schleissheim and the Schloss Lustheim with its breathtaking Baroque interior are two palaces that shouldn't be missed.

A short drive by hire car from the city is the Flugwerft Schleissheim, which has exhibits on international aviation history and displays of aircraft from around the world. Starnberg, less than 30 minutes by hire car from Munich's center, is a historical Royal Retreat that makes a unique attraction. It lies next to Lake Starnberg in the beautiful Five Lakes District. Good rates on hire cars for Munich can be found online.