GO SEE ... MUNICH

1. St. Peter’s Church

Munich’s oldest church, “Alter Peter” (Old Peter) is recognizable by its 91-meter tower, offering some of the best views of the city. Rindermarkt 1

+49 89 2102 3776

2. Hirschgarten

This used to be part of the royal hunting grounds. Today it’s the site of a family-friendly beer garden (Bavaria’s largest), serving top-notch local food. Hirschgarten 1

+49 89 1799 9119

3. Odeonsplatz

For photo opportunities, it’s hard to beat this square in central Munich. Odeonsplatz, named for the Odeon concert hall, is bordered by some of the city’s most significant buildings. Odeonsplatz 1

+49 89 222 324

4. Viktualienmarkt

From sausages and fish to exotic fruit, Munich’s open-air food market boasts the highest-quality gourmet groceries in town. At its center lies a beer garden with a lively atmosphere. Viktualienmarkt 3

+49 89 8906 8205

5. Alte Pinakothek

The former royal collection of Old Masters paintings resides here. Dürer, Rembrandt, Peter Paul Rubens and El Greco are among those represented.

Barer Strasse 27

+49 89 2380 5216

6. Marienplatz

Munich’s main square since 1158, Marienplatz is abuzz with activity and a great place for photos, with the Gothic Revival-style New Town Hall in the spotlight.

+49 089 2330 0115

7. Residenz

Take a tour of the former main royal palace of Bavaria, with its 130 rooms and 10 courtyards. Residenzstrasse 1

+49 089 290 671

8. BMW Museum

From the earliest BMW engines to modern prototypes, the permanent exhibit here appeals to the car lover in all of us and rolls out fun for all ages.

Am Olympiapark 2

+49 89 125 016 001

9. Nymphenburg Palace

This baroque beauty housed Bavaria’s rulers beginning in 1675. Perhaps more spectacular than the palace itself are the 490 acres of formal gardens.

Schloss Nymphenburg 1

+49 089 179 080

10. Asamkirche

A rococo gem, Asamkirche was built as a private chapel for the brothers who completed it in 1746. Now it’s open to the public. Sendlinger Strasse 32

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