One Perfect Day in Munich: Culture, Cuisine, and Charm

Day 1: Explore Munich

Munich, Germany

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Café Frischhut

Start your day with traditional Bavarian pastries, specifically the famous Schmalznudeln, at this beloved local café which is a stone's throw from Sendlinger Tor.
Walk to Marienplatz after breakfast, a distance of about 1.5 km, approximately 20 minutes.
EUR10, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Marienplatz and Neues Rathaus

Marvel at the impressive New Town Hall and catch the Glockenspiel show at 11 AM, immersing yourself in the historical heart of the city.
This location can be explored on foot as it's central and pedestrian-friendly.
Free, 1 hour 30 minutes

11:00 AM

Explore Viktualienmarkt

Stroll through this famous food market, where you can taste various local delicacies, cheeses, and meats while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
A short 5-minute walk from Marienplatz.
EUR15, 1 hour

12:30 PM

Lunch at Restaurant Dallmayr

Indulge in a luxurious lunch at this renowned delicatessen, savoring Bavarian dishes in an elegant setting.
Head back towards Marienplatz, about an 8-minute walk.
EUR30, 1 hour 30 minutes

2:00 PM

Visit the English Garden

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at one of the largest urban parks in the world, where you can stroll, bike, or even chill by the picturesque lake.
Take U-Bahn line U5 from Marienplatz to Universitätsstraße, then walk 5 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

4:30 PM

Check-out the Chinesischer Turm

Visit the iconic Chinese Tower within the English Garden, and perhaps grab a cold drink at the adjacent beer garden.
Still in the English Garden, it’s a short 10-minute walk from the lake.
EUR5, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Dinner at Hofbräuhaus

End your day with a quintessential Bavarian dinner while enjoying live music in this historic beer hall, famous for its lively atmosphere and traditional dishes.
A tram ride from the English Garden; take Tram 19 to Karolinenplatz, then a 10-minute walk.
EUR25, 2 hours

8:00 PM

Evening Stroll around Altstadt

Take a leisurely evening walk to admire the illuminated historical buildings, experiencing the romantic side of Munich after sunset.
You can walk from Hofbräuhaus back to Marienplatz, approximately 15 minutes.
Free, 1 hour
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