Things to Do in Munich

Munich's Marienplatz has hosted a Christmas market every year since 1310, making it one of the world's oldest and largest festive markets.

The city was almost completely rebuilt after World War II, yet retains its medieval charm through careful restoration of historic buildings like the Neuschwanstein-inspired Nymphenburg Palace.

Munich is the world's beer capital by tradition—the annual Oktoberfest draws over 6 million visitors and uses beer from only six local breweries granted official status.

The English Garden (Englischer Garten) in Munich is larger than New York's Central Park and features a famous river wave (Eisbach wave) where surfers ride year-round.

Bavaria's capital was the birthplace of BMW, whose headquarters and museum sit in the city's northern district—the iconic headquarters building resembles four upright cylinders of an engine.

Munich's S-Bahn and U-Bahn system is so efficient that most residents and visitors never need a car; it connects to over 140 stations across the metro area.