Central Munich
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Marienplatz and the New Town Hall | The main square, and the musical Glockenspiel in the town hall tower. | Shows at 11 am and noon, plus 5 pm March to October |
| The Residenz | The palace of the Bavarian kings, with grand halls and treasures. | Central Munich |
| Viktualienmarkt | An open-air market of fruit and food in the heart of the city. | Near Marienplatz |
| Kaufingerstraße | The main pedestrian shopping street. | Central Munich |
Parks and palaces
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The English Garden | One of the world's largest city parks, with meadows, streams and surfers on the Eisbach. | North of the centre |
| Nymphenburg Palace | A baroque summer palace with vast gardens, lakes and canals. | West Munich |
| The Olympic Park and Tower | A wide park and a 291-metre tower with views over the city and the Alps. | North Munich |
Cars and museums
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| BMW Welt and Museum | BMW's modern showroom and museum next to its headquarters tower. | The showroom is free; 9 am to 6 pm |
| The Deutsches Museum | One of the world's largest science and technology museums. | Museum Island |
| The Allianz Arena | Bayern Munich's stadium with its glowing facade, and a stadium and museum tour. | North Munich |
A day trip
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Neuschwanstein Castle | A fairy-tale castle on a hill among the mountains, one of the world's most famous. | About 2 hours; timed tickets, €21 online |
| The Zugspitze | Germany's highest peak, reached by train or cable car. | Garmisch, about 1.5 hours |
Tips before you go
- You need a Schengen visa, applied for through TLScontact centres.
- A day ticket covers the metro, trams and trains in the city.
- Direct flights from Jeddah about 3 times a week, and from Riyadh in summer.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Munich?
Marienplatz, the English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, BMW Welt, the Deutsches Museum, the Allianz Arena and Neuschwanstein Castle.
How far is Neuschwanstein from Munich?
About two hours by car or train, with timed tickets.
Is BMW Welt free?
Yes, the showroom is free; the museum next door needs a ticket.
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Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.