Munich City Centre Travel Guide
Munich
Visit Munich City Centre
Popular places to visit
Marienplatz
Use this central square as a base for sightseeing, or as a vantage point to watch the crowds and take in Munich’s famous carillon.
Theresienwiese
Enjoy a stop at Theresienwiese, an entertaining place to visit in Munich. Discover the area's lively breweries and its acclaimed art galleries.
Viktualienmarkt
Gather all the ingredients for a perfect picnic or simply wander around at this lively market that stocks foods both exotic and local.
Hofbräuhaus
The world’s most famous beer hall is not just a destination for beer aficionados. Visitors can also sample traditional Bavarian music, dancing and cuisine.
Karlsplatz - Stachus
Stroll around this pedestrianized square at the gateway to Munich’s old town and check out Gothic architecture and a lively shopping district.
Beer and Oktoberfest Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Beer and Oktoberfest Museum in Munich. Discover the area's lively breweries and its entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Munich City Centre
Platzl Hotel
Great hotel in the heart of old town. Lovely staff, beautiful space and great experience!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
NH Collection München Bavaria
Convenient, friendly staf
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Maritim Hotel München
Spacious room, terrific staff and ideal location! We loved our family stay at Maritim Hotel.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Downtown Vi Vadi Hotel
Clean. Friendly staff. Great location.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München
Clean, centric, amenities , breakfast with lot of options
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Munich Inn Design Hotel
Basic yet comfortable enough room (with a minibar fridge), friendly staff, surprisingly diverse breakfast, within 5min walking distance of the main trainstation, so, happy!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Munich City Centre
Altstadt-Lehel
Marienplatz and Frauenkirche are top sights in Altstadt-Lehel, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more sights in the area.
Hackenviertel
Shopping, coffee shops and historical sites are some highlights of Hackenviertel. Make a stop by Sendlinger Tor or Asamkirche while you're exploring.
Kreuzviertel
Noted for its breweries and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzviertel. Top attractions like Marienplatz and Frauenkirche are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more of the city.
Angerviertel
Cafes and shopping are highlights of Angerviertel. Make a stop by Marienplatz or Viktualienmarkt while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Reichenbachplatz Station to get around town.
Graggenau
Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Graggenau. Top attractions like Marienplatz and National Theater are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Nationaltheater Tram Stop or Kammerspiele Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Ludwigsvorstadt-Kliniken
Travellers love Ludwigsvorstadt-Kliniken for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of Munich by jumping on the metro at Sendlinger Gate U-Bahn or Munich Central Station Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like German Theater and Landwehrstrasse.
