Munich 4 Day Itinerary

Munich 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring the City Center

  • Accommodation: Consider staying at Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München, a luxury hotel with excellent reviews.

  • Transportation: Munich has an efficient public transportation system (U-Bahn/S-Bahn). Get a Bavaria Ticket for unlimited travel in zones 1-6 if you plan to explore outside the city too.

  • Activities:

    1. Marienplatz: Visit this central square with the historic town hall and the Glockenspiel.
    2. Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall): Take a tour of this iconic building.
    3. Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall): Marvel at its architecture and explore the City Museum.
    4. Viktualienmarkt: Shop for fresh produce, local delicacies, and have lunch here.
    5. Frauenkirche: Admire this twin-spired church from the 15th century.

  • Dinner: Dachauer Bratwurstglöckl serves traditional Bavarian food.

Day 2: Day Trip to Neuschwanstein Castle

  • Transportation: Take a train (RB/RE) from Munich Hbf to Hohenschwangau (approx. 2 hours). Book a guided tour in advance for the castle.

  • Activities: Visit the famous Neuschwanstein Castle, inspired by Richard Wagner’s operas. Also, check out Hohenschwangau Castle and Alpsee Lake.

  • Dinner & Return: Dine at Gasthof Brauereihof in Hohenschwangau before returning to Munich.

Day 3: Exploring Museums & Parks

  • Activities:

    1. Deutsches Museum: One of the world’s largest science and technology museums.
    2. BMW Welt & Museum: Learn about BMW’s history, design, and technology.
    3. Englischer Garten (English Garden): The city’s largest park with attractions like the Chinese Tower and Surfing on Eisbach.
    4. Olympiapark München: Visit this iconic venue built for the 1972 Summer Olympics. Climb Tower Olympe for panoramic views of the city.

  • Dinner: Schneider Bräuhaus am Dom serves delicious Bavarian food and beer.

Day 4: FC Bayern & Final Day

  • Activities:

    1. Allianz Arena Tour: Explore FC Bayern Munich’s stadium and museum (check opening hours).
    2. Nymphenburg Palace: Visit the main residence of the Bavarian rulers.
    3. Asam-Kirche & Theatinerkirche: Beautiful baroque churches worth seeing.

  • Farewell Dinner: Atmosphere Rooftop Restaurant offers stunning views and modern Mediterranean cuisine.

Things to Know:

  • Munich is famous for its Oktoberfest, but it only takes place in late September to early October.
  • Don’t forget to try traditional Bavarian food like Weisswurst, Leberkässe, Haxen, and Dampfnudeln.
  • Germany operates on a strict smoking law: designated smoking areas only.
  • English is widely spoken, but learning a few German phrases will be appreciated.
  • Be respectful of the local customs and traditions.