Germany · 3 days · 16 stops
3 days in Munich – a ready-made itinerary
Munich is relaxed, green and easy to explore on foot. Day one covers the old town, day two art and the English Garden, and day three Nymphenburg Palace and the Olympic Park. Each day's stops are in walking order.
In short
- Length
- 3 days, 16 stops
- Highlights
- Frauenkirche, Königsplatz, Nymphenburg Palace, Marienplatz, Asam Church
- Where to stay
- Altstadt and Lehel, Maxvorstadt
- Getting around
- The old town is walkable.
- Best time to go
- May to September is beer garden season and the nicest time.
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Day 1
Old town and the Residenz
Frauenkirche
The cathedral with two onion domes, the city's landmark. Look for the 'Devil's Footstep' in the floor at the entrance.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Frauenkircheright next door
Marienplatz
The central square with the New Town Hall. The Glockenspiel in the tower plays daily at 11 am.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Marienplatzabout 5 min on foot
Viktualienmarkt
The market in the heart of the old town, with stalls, snack bars and a beer garden. Closed on Sundays.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Viktualienmarktabout 10 min on foot
Asam Church
A small Baroque church with almost every surface decorated. Worth a quick look.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Asam Churchabout 15 min on foot
Munich Residenz
The Wittelsbachs' city palace with the Antiquarium and Treasury. Allow about 2 hours for the museum.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Munich Residenzabout 5 min on foot
Hofbräuhaus
The world's best-known beer hall, loud and packed. Worth a look once.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Hofbräuhaus
Day 2
Art district and the English Garden
Königsplatz
A large square with neoclassical buildings in the style of Greek temples, built for King Ludwig I.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Königsplatzabout 5 min on foot
Alte Pinakothek
One of the world's great painting collections, with Dürer, Rubens and Rembrandt. Often closed on Mondays – check first.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Alte Pinakothekabout 15 min on foot
Odeonsplatz
A square with the yellow Theatine Church and the Feldherrnhalle. The Hofgarten lies behind it.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Odeonsplatzabout 20 min on foot
Monopteros in the English Garden
One of the largest city parks in the world. From the round temple on the hill you look across the park to the old-town towers.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Monopteros in the English Gardenabout 5 min on foot
Chinese Tower
A wooden pagoda with one of the city's biggest beer gardens. Busy until evening in good weather.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Chinese Tower
Day 3
Nymphenburg and the Olympic Park
A tram runs to Nymphenburg from the main station, about 20 minutes. Between stops, use buses, trams or the U-Bahn.
Nymphenburg Palace
The Wittelsbachs' summer residence with a large park and canal. The park is free; the palace and carriage museum need tickets.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Nymphenburg PalaceBus or tram to the Olympic Park, about 25 minutes.
Olympic Park
Site of the 1972 Games with its tent roof. A short path leads up the Olympiaberg for a view over the city.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Olympic Parkabout 10 min on foot
Olympic Tower
The TV tower with a viewing platform. When the föhn wind blows, you can see the Alps.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Olympic Towerabout 5 min on foot
BMW Welt
BMW's delivery and exhibition hall, free to enter. The BMW Museum opposite charges admission.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): BMW WeltU-Bahn back towards the main station, about 20 minutes.
Augustiner-Keller
A large beer garden under chestnut trees near the main station. Beer from wooden barrels, and you may bring your own food.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Augustiner-Keller
Good to know
Best time to go
May to September is beer garden season and the nicest time. During Oktoberfest, from mid-September, hotels are expensive and book up fast. December brings Christmas markets, but it is cold.
Getting around
The old town is walkable. U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams and buses are well developed; buy tickets from machines or via the app – a day ticket pays off quickly. The S-Bahn takes about 40 minutes from the airport to the centre.
Where to stay
Altstadt and Lehel
Central, between Marienplatz, the Residenz and the English Garden. Everything is walkable, but it is expensive.
Maxvorstadt
The university and museum district, with cafés and cheaper places to eat. The old town is about a 15-minute walk.
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Munich: frequently asked questions
Are 3 days enough for Munich?
For the city, yes. With more time, add a trip to Neuschwanstein Castle, Lake Tegernsee or Salzburg.
Can I bring my own food to a beer garden?
In traditional beer gardens, yes – you buy drinks there. This usually applies to the self-service area, not tables with waiter service.
When is Oktoberfest?
It starts in September and ends in early October. Book accommodation early – prices rise sharply.
When are museums closed?
Many Munich museums close one day a week, often on Mondays. Check opening hours before you go.
Plan created with AI support – please check opening hours, prices and routes before you go. Coordinates checked with Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap (Photon). Photo: Diliff, CC BY 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons. More in Sources & licences. YesTrip is a trip planner, not a travel agency – nothing is booked.
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