You would like a Book a hotel in Munich and visit places during your stay in our Bavarian capital that are especially recommended for true Munich locals or that only very few people know about? With our insider tips, you will experience Munich like a local and not as an overcrowded tourist stronghold - at these events and places, Munich will present itself to you from a completely new, authentic side!
Visits
Open-air cinema
A real insider tip in Munich is definitely the event series "Kino, Mond & Sterne" and "Kino am Olympiasee". The former is located in Westpark, which stands out due to its partly Asian flair and several temples near the water. As the name suggests, the Kino am Olympiasee is located in one of Munich's most popular parks. The open-air cinemas to be found in these parks are a welcome alternative to traditional movie-going, especially in the summer heat. Both current cinema hits and classics from film history are shown under the open daytime and starry sky.
Watch a public FC Bayern training session
Whether you are a fan or not, the Munich club's performance is so good that it is fair to say that FC Bayern cannot be divided from Munich's essence. See for yourself the bond between spectators and players, as well as the team's performance, at one of the public training sessions. Only a few people know that you have the opportunity to do this on certain dates, which is why a visit to a public training session is definitely a genuine insider tip for Munich.
Squares and parks
Gärtnerplatz
With its Mediterranean flair and Instagram-worthy look, Gärtnerplatz is a very famous meeting place in Munich for good reason. The symmetrically designed square with its magnificent flowerbeds was named after its architect Friedrich von Gärtner. The square lives up to its name, especially in spring and summer!
Poet's garden
Anyone looking for peace and quiet away from the overcrowded English Garden will find an excellent alternative in this Munich insider tip. The nickname Dichtergarten (Poets' Garden) is due to the fact that this garden is intended to pay tribute to famous poets who have a connection to Munich. Various statues can be found in the Dichtergarten. These include, for example, Heinrich Heine, who tried in vain to obtain a professorship in Munich over a long period of time. However, the real highlight, apart from the numerous statues, is the hilly park area with small wooded areas, which is an oasis of calm in the crowded and noisy Bavarian capital.
Photo spots
St. Luke's Church
St. Luke's Church is currently a popular photo spot among numerous Instagrammers. The reason for this is the great look of the Protestant church: the imposing building presents itself in a delicate shade of pink with a towering dome and two flanking towers. As the only Protestant historicist church that has been almost completely preserved, the church building is definitely one of Munich's best insider tips.
Infinite staircase
This architecturally fascinating insider tip in Munich is rather hidden: The infinite staircase is located at Ganghoferstraße 29 in the so-called Westend. The staircase structure was created by Danish artist Olafur Eliasson. The architecture is based on a philosophical idea: the steps form a never-ending cycle of ups and downs.
Despite its impressive appearance, the architectural work of art is rather unknown due to its location, so long waiting times for a photo and a tour of the stairs are not to be expected
Dining on the Alte Utting
A real insider tip in Munich that will delight your palate: dining on an old ship - in the middle of Munich. The old Utting is located on a railroad bridge in the Sendling district. Formerly a real excursion steamer on the Ammersee, today it delights its guests with delicious food in a wonderful ambience. This unique gastronomic concept will give you a visually and culinary unforgettable visit.
Lakes
Wörthsee
Although Wörthsee is no longer located directly in Munich, it is still easy to reach thanks to the good S-Bahn connection. With an average water temperature of 22 degrees, Wörthsee is one of the warmest lakes in Bavaria. A large number of open-air swimming pools and beaches, the sight of turquoise-green water and numerous restaurants create a vacation feeling.
Hire a boat or test your fishing skills - compared to other lakes in Munich, Wörthsee is not overcrowded, so you can expect a relaxing stay.
Visits
Rock Museum
On the viewing platform of the Olympic Tower, you will come across another insider tip for Munich: the Rock Museum. Die-hard rock fans can marvel at the autographed guitars of rock legends such as the Rolling Stones and Kiss. Original and well-preserved items of clothing and personal belongings of the music greats also tell of the exciting past of the music industry. You can step back in time and listen to music, including an old jukebox where you can play a track for 50 cents
Michael Jackson memorial
There is an unofficial memorial to the King of Pop at the base of the statue of the composer Orlando di Lasso in front of the famous Bavarian Court. The reason for the choice of location: During his lifetime, the music legend was a frequent and popular guest at the Bayerischer Hof. Since 2009, letters, photos, flowers and candles have been placed here to honor Michael Jackson and celebrate his existence. True Michael Jackson fans should not miss this insider tip in Munich
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