Munich
Munich (or München in German) was our home for more than two years. Allured by the city’s youthfulness, its green-and-blue landscapes, and its historic charm, we’d moved to Munich to discover the many charming sides of Bavaria.
For most people, this Bavarian Capital is synonymous with Oktoberfest or Bayern Munich. But beyond its football and beer scene, Munich has so much to offer. Whether it’s surfing in a man-made canal, admiring its Fachwerkhäuser (old, tiny wooden houses), or simply lazing around in one of the world’s largest urban public parks, exploring this city beyond its usual tourist trail will certainly make your time in Germany unforgettable.
Fun fact: The name München actually comes from the Old High German word Munichen, which means “Home of the Monks”. The city began as a small monastic settlement in the 12th century. Today, although a major metropolis, it still retains that cosy, close-knit community vibe. That’s why many Germans love to call it Millionendorf – “village of a million people.”
Things to see and do in Munich
- Walk around Munich's old town
- Try regional specialities at Viktualienmarkt
- Chill in the Nordteil of Englischer Garten
- Picnic at Flaucher
- Watch surfers ride the wave at Eisbachwelle
- Explore the quaint district of Au Haidhausen
- Swim in Munich's oldest art nouveau public swimming pool
- Watch birds at Ismaniger Speichersee
- Enjoy Live Music at Lost Weekend
Typical costs when travelling
Accommodation – Munich is one of Germany’s more expensive cities for accommodation and food. Hostels could cost anywhere between €50-80 pp/night. Whereas mid-range hotels could fall in the bracket of €120-200/night. These rates can also substantially rise during Oktoberfest (end September – October) and Starkbierfest (March). A luxury hotel could cost anywhere between €200-400+/night.
Food – You can literally find all kinds of meals in Munich. From Ethiopian full-course meal to roadside falafel döners, and street-style Vietnamese baos, Munich is full of trendy, hip, and creative eateries.
A quick döner can cost around €8-12, whereas a good mid-range meal might cost between €15-30. Expect a budget of €40-65 for a full-day meal.
Transportation – Munich being Germany’s second largest city is well-connected by U-Bahns (underground metro), S-Bahns (suburban trains), trams and buses. A single one-way ticket costs around €4,20 and a day tickets costs €10,10. If you’re spending a few weeks in Germany, we highly recommend buying the Deutschland ticket worth €63 – it lets you take unlimited trains (all except the high-speed ICE trains), buses and trams throughout the month. Check out updates rates via MVV München
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