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Inside Background
Culture 
A soft breeze blows in from the Alps, carried by the city river Isar. It...
Last edited: October 03, 2011
Health & Safety 
Munich safety Having traveled Munich extensively on foot, bike, bus, tram...
Last edited: February 22, 2013
History 
Munich has a long and interesting past. Traces of civilization go back to the...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Neighborhoods 
The following article has been posted by TripAdvisor staff in accordance with...
Last edited: August 27, 2010
Recommended Reading 
One of the methods that many travellers use to prepare for their vacation is to...
Last edited: July 14, 2010
Tourist Board Info 
Visit Munich's tourist board for various information about the city. Tourist...
Last edited: March 30, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Here is a link to information about: Munich Weather- 5 Day Forecast Visiting...
Last edited: April 28, 2013
Introduction 
Munich is Germany’s southernmost metropolis, located about 60 kilometers (40...
Last edited: February 23, 2013
Oktoberfest 
Oktoberfest is probably the world's most famous beer festival. At the same time...
Last edited: November 05, 2012
Photo Gallery 
Here is a link to some pictures of Munich: Munich Photos
Last edited: March 27, 2008
Places with Free Wifi 
In Munich city centre and across the main train station, visitors will find...
Last edited: December 04, 2012
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most tourists arrive in Munich by either train or plane.  The Munich Airport...
Last edited: July 31, 2012
Getting Around 
If you are staying near the Hauptbahnhof, most major tourist sites are within...
Last edited: June 08, 2010
Public Transportation 
Travel within Munich and Munich greater area Munich is very much a walkable...
Last edited: June 30, 2012
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Rental Cars in Munich?  Don't bother.  Like most European cities, Munich has a...
Last edited: November 08, 2010
Sight-seeing using public transport 
There are two different ticket types you can buy to travel to go sight-seeing...
Last edited: June 30, 2012
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
In the western part of Munich is one of Germany's most famous palaces, Schloss...
Last edited: January 23, 2007
First-time Visitors 
Munich is Germany's third largest city - so you will need some days to see all...
Last edited: July 26, 2011
Nightlife 
Munich is an attitude towards life. You can find multifaceted attractions in...
Last edited: February 29, 2008
Sports & Activities 
The best place to go for a jog while taking in the joie de vivre of Munich is...
Last edited: April 28, 2006
Bier Bike  
The best way to explore Munich is on bicycle.  Now what if you could explore...
Last edited: March 30, 2010
Christmas markets 
The Christmas markets are in general open from the Friday before 1st Advent...
Last edited: January 20, 2011
Munich - The Bavarian Capital 
Munich's motto is "München mag Dich" when translated in English means Munich...
Last edited: September 25, 2010
Munich Christkindlmarkt 2008 
Kripperlmarkt (Manger Market) As the third largest city in Germany, Munich is...
Last edited: February 15, 2009
Munich for families 
Family friendly playgrounds and Biergartens: A little known biergarten that...
Last edited: March 13, 2007
Off the beaten track in Munich 
There are many things to do in Munich that are not so touristy and will get you...
Last edited: February 04, 2010
Trip to the Alps 
 On sunny days the mountains of the Bavarian Alps can already be seen from...
Last edited: November 28, 2012
Altes Residenztheater (Cuvilliestheater) 
The Cuvillies Theater is part of the Residenz palace complex and was built in...
Last edited: February 01, 2009
BMW Museum 
Here are a few links to information about the BMW museum. The famous...
Last edited: August 08, 2007
Hirschgarten 
The "Hirschgarten" is the largest beergarden in Munich. It is located in the...
Last edited: February 16, 2012
Hofbrauhaus Munchen 
Go in, find a place at a table big enough for your backside, sit at it! If you...
Last edited: December 04, 2007
Kaltenberg Medieval Market Place & Jousting Tournament 
This is a big medieval market and a jousting tournament with knights in...
Last edited: February 13, 2013
Marienplatz 
This prominent public square, the largest in Munich, still stands as the center...
Last edited: January 30, 2009
Mike's Bike Tours 
Mike's Bike Tours is a great way to see Munich. The guides are very...
Last edited: April 12, 2009
Munich Residence (Residenz Munchen) 
 The former residence of the Bavarian Wittelsbach kings has been a museum since...
Last edited: January 29, 2009
New Town Hall (Neus Rathaus) 
Standing next to the old government building, the current home of Munich's city...
Last edited: September 13, 2010
Nymphenburg Palace (Schloss Nymphenburg) 
Schloss Nymphenburg was built around an Italianate villa created for Electress...
Last edited: January 29, 2009
St. Peter's Church (Peterskirche) 
Great views, perfect for photos. I've seen Alps on one side Frauenkirche and...
Last edited: June 01, 2006
Theatiner Church (Theatinerkirche) 
 The Theatinerkirche or St. Cajetan's was built in 1690, but the facade with...
Last edited: January 31, 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
In Munich you can expect to find a wide spectrum of cuisines and crowds...
Last edited: February 28, 2011
Cheap Eats 
The cheapest way to eat in Munich is to buy your food from markets, butchers...
Last edited: February 07, 2011
Munich cafés 
What tea and cakes is to the English, is "Kaffee und Kuchen" to the Germans...
Last edited: November 06, 2011
Max Emanuel 
On Wednesday and Friday, the cavernous floor above street level reverberates...
Last edited: September 21, 2008
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Inside Germany: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Germany Tourism   The Deutsche Mark (DM) was the primary currency of Germany...
Last edited: November 18, 2012
Crossing the Border 
As a member of the European Union and the Schengen travel zone, Germany...
Last edited: September 25, 2012
Emergencies 
Emergency Numbers (Valid anywhere in Germany) Police 110 Fire Brigade 112...
Last edited: January 23, 2007
Important Phrases 
Most Germans speak not only German (Deutsch), but also excellent English as a...
Last edited: November 05, 2012
Telephones 
Public phones operate mostly by phone cards, which can be purchased in the...
Last edited: March 23, 2012
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping and Service in Restaurants, Bars, Clubs, etc. Service and VAT...
Last edited: November 05, 2012
Driving in Germany 
If you come to Germany you might want to rent a car to travel around - so it's...
Last edited: November 05, 2012
Historical Castles 
Historical castles make Germany a very popular travel destination for people...
Last edited: November 05, 2012
Train Travel Terminology 
This is a list of some key railway phrases in english & german: airport...
Last edited: April 28, 2013
Web sites 
Here are some general Web Sites on Germany   http://www.cometo... - any...
Last edited: November 05, 2012
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