The city’s main square dates back to the 12th century. Since then, it has been the site of political demonstrations and cultural celebrations including the famous Christmas markets. It is anchored by Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) and New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus) known for their Gothic architecture. The latter also houses Glockenspiel, a clock with life-sized figurines acting out historic events.

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Thetwo domes of this 15th century cathedral set this church apart from the rest ofMunich’s skyline. Visit to see the views from the observation platform,stained-glass windows, or the tomb of the Holy Roman Emperor Louis IV. Thechurch is perhaps best known for its footprint of the devil, according tolegend.

At 910 acres, the English Garden is one of the largest parks in Europe. It has something for everyone including walking trails, swimming ponds, and beer gardens. Even surfers can practice their craft at Eisbachwelle, a spot on the Eisbach River with waves generated by a nearby dam.

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Home to the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria, this palace dates back to the 14th century. It is known for its opulent interiors, expansive courtyards, and collection of crown jewels. You can also venture to Nymphenburg Palace, the royals’ summer residence.

This district is home to numerous world-class museums and galleries including Alte Pinakothek and Pinakothek der Moderne.

Munich is synonymous with beer gardens, Hofbräuhaus is one of the most famous and Chinesischen Turm is one the largest.

This open-air food market has been operating in the heart of the city since the early 19th century.

This former concentration camp and political prison is located 30km outside of Munich and serves as a sobering reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust. An estimated 30,000 people were murdered at Dachau although the number is likely to be much higher. Visit to learn more about what the victims experienced and to honor their memory.

Located90km from Munich, this 19th century island-palace was modeledafter Versailles.

Formerlya bohemian neighborhood, Swabing is an affluent area dotted with art nouveauhomes. It is a food lover’s paradise with a diverse range of restaurants fromthe casual to the upscale.

This trendy neighborhood is particularly popular with young people for its endless shops, bars, and nightlife options. It has been said to be a favorite neighborhood of Freddie Mercury.