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.
Important!:
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.
Join me, Patrick, for an engaging and enjoyable walk through the heart of Munich!
As someone who has lived in this city for over ten years, I enjoy introducing guests to both the highlights and the lesser-known corners that give Munich its character.
We’ll explore the Old Town together — from Marienplatz to Viktualienmarkt — taking in major landmarks like the Frauenkirche, the Royal Residence, and Hofbräuhaus. But just as importantly, I’ll show you quiet side streets, hidden courtyards, and local favorites you’re unlikely to find on your own.
This tour is ideal if you want more than just dates and names. I focus on meaningful stories, interesting facts, and the small details that bring the city to life. You’ll leave with a clearer sense of Munich’s culture, personality, and how it all connects — past and present.
Whether it’s your first time here or you’ve been before, I look forward to showing you the city in a way that’s memorable, informative, and personal.
Let’s walk, laugh, and fall in love with Munich together!
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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!
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Uncover the hidden architectural treasures of Munich's vibrant south with architect and official city guide Philipp.
This tour takes you from the striking Munich Volkstheater to the lively street art scene at the Beginner’s Wall and the eclectic Bahnwärter Thiel, a cultural hub of creativity.
Discover the Alte Utting, a unique beer garden on a steamboat, and learn about Munich’s fascinating water history.
Stroll through the charming Scherbenviertel and Little Venice before ending at Gans Woanders, a whimsical beer garden filled with artistic flair.
- Guided by a Certified Official Guide & Architect
- Family Friendly
- 100% 5-star Google reviews
- Reach out for special request or larger groups
Best, Philipp
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.
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 excellent 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!
Hey,
Explore Munich's architectural evolution on this engaging city tour led by Philipp, an architect and official city guide.
Journey through time as you discover iconic structures from Romanesque to Modern, including the renowned gothic Frauenkirche cathedral.
Uncover the influences of social and political conditions on architectural styles while visiting hidden gems like the baroque Trinity Church, the first Rococo palais, and masterpieces of Neoclassical style and Historicism.
The tour also takes you along the picturesque Isar River, showcasing Art Nouveau, Street Art, a modern musem and ending at the stunning Gasteig rooftop terrace, offering spectacular views of Munich's skyline - weather permitting.
- Guided by a Certified Official Guide & Architect
- Family Friendly
- 100% 5-star Google reviews
- Reach out for special request or larger groups
Best, Philipp