Munich holidays

About Munich

For a truly Bavarian experience, a city break to Munich is a must. From the traditional architecture to the beer-heavy nightlife scene, the city is steeped in centuries of culture. The chequerboard blue and white colours of Bavaria are flown proudly around the city, where terracotta-topped rooftops and colourful building facades are a far cry from the skyscrapers of other cities. Marienplatz, the main square, is fronted by the huge Rathaus – or new town hall – which is one of the tallest points around. The most bustling bars are historic beer halls, where frescoed ceilings and old wooden benches set the tone. The English Garden is a must-visit, with its huge green space that sidles up to the edge of the Isar River and its streams and waterways. The Chinese Garden, a beer garden with a pagoda-style tower, is also worth a visit. Sports fans should head to the north of the city to the Olympiapark, where the iconic canopy-topped stadium from the 1972 Olympic Games is located. Finally, Munich is home to the only real Oktoberfest, where Bavarians don traditional dress and descend on the Theresienwiese for a spot of merriment, with big steins of beer served by different famous German breweries in their respective tents.