Munich 5 Day Itinerary

Munich 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & City Center Exploration

  • 🏨 Accommodation: Stay centrally in areas like Schwabing, Lehel, or Ludwigsvorstadt - easy access to public transport. Recommendations include Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Munchen or Le Meridien Munich.
  • 🍽 Lunch: Try traditional Bavarian cuisine at Augustiner am Dom near Marienplatz.
  • 🕰 Afternoon: Visit the iconic Marienplatz square, Neuhauser Strasse (shopping), and Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall).
  • 🚇 Transportation: Munich’s public transport system is excellent - use the U-Bahn (underground) and S-Bahn (suburban train) to get around. Consider getting a day pass (Tageskarte) for unlimited travel within the city.
  • 🏛 Evening: Marvel at the architecture of Frauenkirche, one of Munich’s most famous landmarks, and enjoy dinner in the nearby Viktualienmarkt or Haidhausen district.

Day 2: Nymphenburg Palace & English Garden

  • 🍽 Breakfast: Grab a croissant and coffee at a local bakery like Backerei Hanauer or Cafe Glockenbachwerkstatt.
  • 🏰 Morning: Explore the grand Nymphenburg Palace and its beautiful gardens.
  • 🌳 Afternoon: Relax in Munich’s famous English Garden, visit the Chinese Tower, surf at Eisbach River, or sunbathe on one of the many lawns.
  • 🍔 Lunch & Dinner: Enjoy street food at the Theresienwiese (Beer Tent Area) or try international cuisine in the student district of Glockenbachviertel.

Day 3: Museums & Surroundings

  • 🍽 Breakfast: Head to Café am Haus der Bayerischen Staatsoper for a delicious breakfast.
  • 🎨 Morning: Visit the world-renowned Deutsches Museum and explore other museums like Pinakothek der Moderne or Neue Pinakothek.
  • 🚌 Afternoon: Take a stroll around the trendy districts of Glockenbachviertel or Au.
  • 🍕 Dinner & Nightlife: Sample some of Munich’s vibrant nightlife in the city center, or grab a slice of pizza at Pizzeria Famosa.

Day 4: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site & Oktoberfest Area

  • 🍽 Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at Café Luitpold in the Lehel district.
  • 😷 Note: Remember, the Dachau concentration camp is a serious historical site, and visitors should behave respectfully and sensitively.
  • 🏯 Morning: Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site - advance booking for guided tours is recommended.
  • 🍽 Lunch: Have lunch in Dachau town or return to Munich and try local breweries like Augustiner-Keller, Hofbräuhaus am Platzl, or Paulaner am Nockherberg.
  • 🏰 Afternoon: Explore the surrounding areas of Schloss Nymphenburg, Olympiapark, or BMW World & Museum.

Day 5: Day Trip or Relax

  • 🍽 Breakfast: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation or a favorite spot from earlier in the week.
  • 🚗 Day Trip: Consider taking a day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof Palace, or Lake Chiemsee. Alternatively, relax and shop around Munich, visit more museums, or unwind in one of its many parks.
  • 🍽 Farewell Dinner: Have a memorable final dinner at Restaurant Tantris, Rischart, or Atelier im Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten for a unique dining experience.