Munich – Tours and Excursions

The Bavarian state capital, Munich, is known far beyond its borders. Almost everyone has heard of FC Bayern Munich, one of the largest soccer clubs in Europe, or the Oktoberfest. However, there are many other sights in Munich that make the city an interesting destination for tourists.

Interesting Excursions and Tours for Munich

Many visitors explore Munich on their own, but the city also offers some exciting tours. Not only in Munich itself, but, for example, also on a visit to the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle.

To make it a bit easier for you to choose from the tours offered in Munich, we have put together 5 interesting tours for Munich. These offer great sights, plenty of insider knowledge and make your trip to Munich something special. Above all, they are a good idea if you do not have the time or desire to head out on your own.

Accommodations in Munich – Our Hotel Tip

The choice of accommodation in Munich is huge, so it can be difficult to find the right one. The prices are usually very high in the city, which is why it can be worthwhile to take a look at the parts outside the city center. You can find a good overview of the hotels here.

A good option for an overnight stay is the Lizz Hotel Munich. A few minutes from the Goetheplatz underground station, it is a great starting point for exploring Munich. You can also visit the old town on foot. The rooms are modern and equipped with a bathroom, minibar, TV, etc. The great breakfast buffet makes the stay complete. Parking spaces are also available.

1. Munich Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour

The classic hop-on-hop-off tours are popular all over the world and Munich is no exception. There are three different routes, each about 1 hour long, that pass by many of Munich’s most famous sights.

So what can you explore with the hop-on-hop-off buses? With your ticket, which is valid for 24 or 48 hours, you can, for example, stop at the Olympic Park, the English Garden, the old town, the Viktualienmarkt or Marienplatz. But you will also see places such as Nymphenburg Palace or the district of Schwabing from the bus. You get on and off wherever you like and we think this concept is great for tourists.

If you enjoy using hop-on-hop-off buses on your sightseeing trips, you can book tickets for the Munich hop-on-hop-off tour in advance. That way you can start exploring right away.

2. Gourmet Tour at Viktualienmarkt

The meeting point for the gourmet tour at Viktualienmarkt is Marienplatz. From there it is only a few minutes’ walk before the actual tour begins.

The two-hour tour takes you through the largest market in Munich’s old town. More than 100 stalls offer delicacies of Bavarian cuisine. In addition to tasting Weißwurst, pretzels, cheese and much more, you will learn about the history of Viktualienmarkt and experience everyday life there. At the end there are a few more Bavarian specialties to enjoy.

Bavaria and hearty food simply belong together. So do not miss the Munich gourmet tour at Viktualienmarkt if you want to sample Bavarian cuisine.

3. Mystical Legends and Myths of the Old Town

Do you like old legends and mystical tales? Munich has plenty of them for you to discover on this walking tour through the city. After meeting your guide at Marienplatz, they will take you to some fascinating places over the course of 1.5 hours.

Along the way, you will get background information about the Mariensäule (Marian column), the lindworm at the new town hall and more stories and myths about the old town hall, the Frauenkirche and the Alter Peter. There are many legends to discover in Munich. It is a slightly different but certainly exciting tour that offers more than just the standard facts.

You can book the tour Munich: Mystical Legends and Myths of the Old Town here.

4. Walking Tour of the Third Reich and World War II

Are you interested in German history? Then this is the right tour for you. It gives you insider knowledge and background information on Munich’s darkest moments. You will learn how Hitler’s rise and the spread of Nazism began and visit historical sites.

This two-hour tour takes you from the Hofbräuhaus past the Feldherrnhalle and into the Hofgarten. You will also learn about the resistance group “White Rose,” which also plays an important role in Munich’s history.

Book the Third Reich & World War II walking tour through Munich here.

5. Day Trip to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof

The day trip to Neuschwanstein & Linderhof starts with a bus ride from Munich to Linderhof Palace in about 1.5 hours. After a short visit, the tour continues to Hohenschwangau, where lunch is scheduled.

Afterwards, a short bus ride takes you to the highlight of the tour, the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle. Here you have a good 4 hours to explore the castle and its surroundings in detail. Do not miss the view from Marienbrücke of Neuschwanstein Castle and the surrounding area.

After a final stop in Oberammergau, where you can take more photos or buy souvenirs, the tour returns to Munich. A day trip that is definitely worth it!

You can book the day trip from Munich to Neuschwanstein & Linderhof here.

Munich : Tours and Tickets

At GetYourGuide, you’ll find many more exciting tours for Munich. This allows you to get to know Munich in a completely different way and get lots of insider tips from locals.

How to Get to Munich

There are many ways to get to Munich: by airplane, train, bus or car. Depending on where you are coming from, other modes of transport are suitable. The plane can be the fastest, however not necessarily if you stay in southern Germany or Austria.

We drove to Munich on this trip because we visited Neuschwanstein Castle, Hallstatt and Vienna in Austria all together. Munich was the first stop on this road trip.

Cheap ways to get to Munich are e.g. the long-distance buses from Flixbus, but the train from Deutsche Bahn can also be an alternative. If you choose the airplane, it’s best to take a look at Skyscanner. You can often find bargains there, depending on the day of the week. The website Omio site also offers a good overview and a great booking system for public transportation.

The main train station is right in the center of Munich, but you can also take the S-Bahn to the city center from the airport. You can buy tickets on site at the machines.

Tip: With the Munich City Card you get many discounts on admission prices and you can use all public transports – at a much cheaper price.

Did you also take a tour in Munich? How did you like the tour, and do you have any tips for other tours in Munich? Give us your feedback in the comments.