Things to Do in Munich

The central square in Munich's old town, dominated by the New Town Hall. Daily at 11am and 12pm, the Glockenspiel re-enacts historical scenes with life-sized figures.

🕐 Viewable 24 hours; Glockenspiel at 11am, 12pm, and 5pm (March-October)

💡 Arrive 10 minutes early to get a good spot. Climb the tower (small fee) for a panoramic view of the city.

Munich's oldest parish church, with a 299-step tower climb that offers the best overhead view of the old town and the Alps.

🕐 Church: 7:30am-7pm; Tower: 9am-6pm (summer), 9am-5pm (winter)

💡 The entrance fee (approx €4) is worth it for the view alone. Go on a clear weekday morning to avoid the crowds.

One of the largest urban parks in Europe, stretching from the city centre to the northern suburbs. You can walk, cycle, or watch surfers on the Eisbach wave.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Visit the Chinese Tower beer garden for a cheap Maß and pretzel—it's the second-largest beer garden in Munich.

The site of the 1972 Summer Olympics, now a sprawling park with a lake, hills, and the iconic Olympic Tower. Walking through the grounds is free.

🕐 Park open 24 hours; tower and buildings have separate hours

💡 Climb the Olympic Hill (free) for a great view of the city and Alps on clear days. Pack a picnic.

One of the world's largest science and technology museums, with exhibits on everything from mining to space travel. Free on certain Sundays.

🕐 9am-5pm daily; free on select Sundays

💡 Check the museum website for the exact free Sundays—usually the first Sunday of the month. Go early to avoid queues.