The capital of Bavaria is known for its centuries-old buildings and iconic landmarks, such as The Cathedral Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche), the New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus), and the grand and sprawling former seat of the Bavarian monarchy, Nymphenburg Palace, to name just a few.
Outside of its numerous museums and historic structures, Munich is perhaps most recognized for its annual fall festival, Oktoberfest. First celebrated in 1810, the festival now attracts 6 million people a year from around the world to partake in its festivities.
This traditional German folk festival is the perfect cultural experience for travelers to steep themselves in Bavarian culture and, of course, a stein or two of beer either child-free or with the family!
Offered 10 a.m. daily (except Saturdays) during Oktoberfest (Sept. 21 to Oct. 6), guests can enjoy a two-hour guided tour of the festival grounds, then claim their reserved seats at the iconic Hofbräu Tent, hosting up to 10,000 visitors. From here, guests indulge in their first two liters of beer and a hearty lunch of roast chicken. Book now to be a part of this world renown beer and folk festival!
In this small group experience, guests will discover Munich's iconic sights on a guided bike tour, which includes the Königsplatz, the Odeonsplatz, and the Hofgarten. After working up a sweat, guests take a break at the English Garden, Europe's largest city park, and sip refreshments at a renowned beer garden by the Chinese Tower, and then continue on to explore more attractions along Munich's scenic bike paths, such as the man-made Eisbach River, which has been attracting river surfers for over 40 years, and the Royal Residenz.
Guests will uncover the rich history and Bavarian beauty of this Germany city on foot with a private guided tour. Guests journey through iconic sites such as the city’s picturesque Altsadt, Munich's medieval old town, the English Garden, and Hofbräuhaus Brewery, known as the world’s greatest beer palace since it opened its doors in 1589. Following the tour, the local guide can provide more insights on shopping, sightseeing, and all things Munich!
It's recommended guests come hungry for both food and knowledge on this beer and food tour! Guests learn the history of beer-making in Bavaria as they stroll through the legendary Beer and Oktoberfest Museum and enjoy a tasting as the brewing secrets that make this beverage so popular are revealed. From here, guests visit a classic beer hall and restaurant to partake in a platter of hearty “Bräuhaus” food before concluding the tour with a visit to the iconic Hofbräuhaus Brewery, the world’s most famous beer hall.
A short trip from Munich lies a sight that makes one question if they've fallen into a real life Brothers Grimm fairy tale. When guests visit Munich, it is an absolute must that they take a day trip to visit the royal castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. Nestled among the rolling Allgäu hills and the snowcapped mountains of the Ammergau Alps, they are a sight to behold at least once in a lifetime.
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