Things to Do in Munich
Join me for a fun and informative 2.5 hour walking tour around the wonderful old city of Munich. Along the way you will learn about the origins of the city, cool king's, local legends, Third Reich history and of course the Bavarian culture, traditions and beer!
I want you to learn but put emphasis on having a good time, so I teach history through telling engaging and fun stories. This is an interactive tour, so I will be asking you questions. In my experience, the best tours are when everyone feels involved in the learning experience.
The tour includes a 15-minute break, which allows you to look inside the Hofbräuhaus and go to the toilet and get food/ drink. At the end of the tour you will get a list of great recommendations for restaurants and things to do.
Weather:
During colder months I will do my best to make sure the tour is mostly undercover, so that you are comfortable and during Summer I'll keep you in the shade.
Group size:
The average group size is 10 - 30 people throughout the year depending on the season and what events are happening in the city.
Although I do most of the tours myself, I do have a small team of guides who also work for me with similar guiding styles.
Note:
We watch the glockenspiel on the morning tour at 11am.
The afternoon tour can sometimes be shorter at 2h20m.
The tours are in English and maximum group size per booking is 6.
Do not make multiple bookings for a larger group and if you want to bring extra people to the tour then you need to ask before the tour! Don't just bring people and expect they can join. Groups that break this policy will be asked to leave. Please have some respect for us guides and the group sizes.
It is essential that you download the Guruwalk app as this is where I will send you important updates about any changes to the tour.
• Marvel at the majestic limestone façade and opulent 19th-century interiors of King Ludwig II's fairytale fortress, which inspired Disney’s iconic ‘Sleeping Beauty’ castle.
• Elevate your experience with options such as a bus ride to Mary’s Bridge for breathtaking views or a charming downhill horse carriage ride.
• Customize your adventure with guided transfers from Munich, Hohenschwangau, or an extended visit to Linderhof Castle, the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig II.
• Fun fact: Neuschwanstein Castle served as a magical backdrop in the 1968 film Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, adding to the movie's whimsical charm.
During our tour, we will talk about both the light and dark pages of German history. We will learn about the history of Bavaria from the Roman beginnings of the city, through 700 years during which it was ruled by one powerful family, the Wittelsbachs, to the unification of Germany by Bismarck in the 19th century. We will see the places where Nazism was born, but also those where Joseph Ratzinger, the future Pope Benedict XVI, worked while still an archbishop. We will also see, perhaps the most disappointing attraction of the city – a show of knightly figure fights in the city’s carillon.
Take a walk with us and get to know a city that combines like no other seemingly contradictory fields: history and motoring, art and technology, entrepreneurship, and a specific lifestyle of Munich people, which is a mixture of self-confidence, freedom, and cheerfulness. Perhaps all these contradictions are seamlessly united by what is most important to Munich people… beer!
• Explore King Ludwig's Versailles-inspired castle, the Linderhof, and take a stroll in its opulent gardens along with an immersive guided tour.
• Add a brief shopping and photo stop in the charming village of Oberammergau will refresh you for the rest of your day.
• Enhance your experience with skip-the-line access to the castles and save time by not waiting in long queues.
• Fun fact: Neuschwanstein Castle rises proudly upon the ruins of two former castles: Schwanstein Fortress and Hohenschwangau Castle, dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries.
This is the ideal and essential tour to understand the fascinating history of the city of Munich. We will tour the historic center for around 2,5 hours discovering and exploring the most popular places so that you can get a much broader view of Bavarian history and culture. Munich stands out for its beauty and beer history, here is the most famous beer festival in the world: the Oktoberfest.
But this city that has nine centuries of history hides many more curious facts and stories. Our guides have years of experience teaching Munich and are experts in making your trip an experience.
We will see:
- Marienplatz and the Carillon
- Frauenkirche Cathedral
- Fünf Höfe
- Odeonsplatz
- Theatinerkirche
- Feldherrnhalle
- Viscardigasse
- Residenz
- Bavarian State Opera
- Maximilianstrasse
- Hofbräuhaus brewery and of course much more ...
You will leave Munich in love and wanting to return!
❗ Important information:
- Group reservations of more than 6 people, even if made separately or under different names, must pay the guide (at the beginning of the tour) a minimum of 10€ per person.
• Three routes bring a new bus every 15-60 minutes, giving you flexible control of sightseeing across Munich with as many hops as you’d like.
• Choose the non-stop tour for a quick city glance, sweeping you past Munich’s highlights, including the lively Marienplatz, and Odeonsplatz.
• Enjoy a comfy ride on an open-top double-decker with audio guides in 10 languages, letting you hear Munich’s best stories in the language of your pick.
• Step into Olympic Park for its sporty legacies, or Nymphenburg Palace where royal grandeur creates a visual treat you just can't miss.
• Enjoy immersive, hands-on zones where you can touch starfish, explore a rainforest habitat, and peek into coral caves.
• Watch daily feedings and get a closer look at how different species interact and thrive in their habitats.
• Don’t miss the 360° Ocean Tunnel, where you’ll walk beneath rays, sea turtles, and swirling schools of fish.
• Fun fact: Blacktip sharks can smell a single drop of fish in 10 billion drops of seawater!
Ready to discover Munich's best-kept secrets?
I invite you to immerse yourself in a unique experience, far from conventional tours. Together we will explore the heart of the city, uncovering hidden stories, fascinating legends, and hidden gems only a few know about.
This tour isn't just a walk through Munich. It's a journey through time, where each stop has been carefully selected to offer you an authentic and immersive perspective of this wonderful city. From majestic monuments to hidden gems, each story we share will make you see Munich through new eyes.
We'll discover the city's soul through its architecture, its traditions, its historical figures... and also its shadows. From royal splendors to the most challenging episodes like World War II, this tour will offer you a complete and enriching overview.
During the tour we will visit:
- Marienplatz
- Frauenkirche
- Odeonsplatz
- The Munich Residence
- Hofbräuhaus
- Stories and anecdotes of the Second World War
- Bavarian gastronomy and customs
- Key moments in Munich's history
- Exclusive recommendations to continue exploring the city on your own
By the end of the tour, you'll have a clear, in-depth, and entertaining overview of Munich, as well as great ideas for continuing your visit.
An enriching, captivating… and unforgettable experience.
📅 Book now and take the first step toward an unforgettable adventure in Munich.
It will be a pleasure to guide you!
• Explore original sites like barracks and gas chambers, witnessing exhibits and preserved rooms that reveal prisoners’ harsh daily realities.
• Gain deep historical insight into the camp’s role, daily life, and the stories of those imprisoned, guided with dignity and respect.
• Visit key sites like the roll-call area, camp street, and the Nandor Glid Monument, which symbolizes the tragedy faced by the Holocaust victims.
• Upgrade your ticket to include a 20-min documentary screening offering deeper insight into the history of Dachau.
Hello, my name is Luis and I have been a tour guide for several years. I love sharing the history of this city and also the traditions and secrets that the capital of Bavaria has. If you are visiting the city or live here, this tour will show you the other side of Munich, where the traditional tour of the city center does not reach. It is a tour full of stories and anecdotes of this beautiful city.
In this tour I will show you:
The Medieval Christmas Market
Bavarian State Chancellery building
Tribute to the victims of Nazism
House of Art
Eisbachwelle (surfing spot in Munich)
Königsplatz (Kings Square)
The apartment where A. Hitler lived and his office
Nymphenburg Castle and its gardens
• With an optional guided tour in English, get set to explore the Linderhof and Neuschwanstein castles' history, architecture, and culture.
• Learn more about Bavaria and try out its cuisine when you stop at Hohenschwangau.
• Experience an audio-guided tour of the enchanting Neuschwanstein Castle, available in multiple languages, and take in its breathtaking view from the Marienbrücke bridge.
• Fun fact: King Ludwig II was inspired by Richard Wagner, a famous German composer, as a result of which you will see elements of Wagner's operas in his castles.
Would you like to discover Munich beyond the postcards?
In this 2-hour and 15-minute tour, I invite you to walk with me through the heart of the city to uncover its best-kept secrets, its legends, and its vibrant local life.
We will start at Marienplatz, the soul of Munich, where the famous carillon will welcome us with its medieval dance. From there, we will ascend into the past at St. Peter's (Alter Peter), the oldest church in the city, with stories that seem straight out of an ancient book.
Afterwards, we will explore the aromas and colors of the Viktualienmarkt, the market most beloved by the people of Munich, where I will share some culinary tips and local curiosities with you.
We will continue to the majestic Frauenkirche, the spiritual and architectural symbol of Bavaria, and walk through Viscardigasse, the street of the brave who defied the Nazi regime with a simple act of freedom.
We will close at the legendary Hofbräuhaus, the most famous brewery in the world, where you will understand why Bavarian beer is much more than a drink: it is a way of life. 🍻
Throughout the tour, I will share real anecdotes, local recommendations, and the magic of a city that combines history, culture, and charm in every corner.
