What to do in Bavaria

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Royal Castles - Day Trip to Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Palace from Munich

Royal Castles - Day Trip to Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Palace from Munich

Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 932 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £102 per adult
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Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Activity duration is 13 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 241 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £120 per adult
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Erding: 1-Day Spa Ticket at Therme Erding

Erding: 1-Day Spa Ticket at Therme Erding

9.8 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Price is £45 per adult
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Munich: Bike Tour with Beer Garden Break

Munich: Bike Tour with Beer Garden Break

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 127 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £35 per adult
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Salzburg: Hallstatt and Sound of Music Tour

Salzburg: Hallstatt and Sound of Music Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 108 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £121 per adult
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What to do in Bavaria

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BMW World featuring modern architecture

BMW Welt

4.5/5(99 reviews)

Gain an insight into how Germany became one of the worldwide leaders in the motor industry by learning about a uniquely Bavarian brand at this high-tech exhibition.

BMW Welt
Neuschwanstein Castle

Neuschwanstein Castle

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Almost impossibly picturesque, Ludwig II’s masterpiece of turrets and white walls is perched like a fairy tale above an Alpine valley.

Neuschwanstein Castle
Marienplatz featuring landscape views, a city and a sunset

Marienplatz

4.5/5(402 reviews)

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.

Marienplatz
B1RHTR New Munich Trade Fair Centre lake and main entrance, Riem, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Munich Trade Fair

4/5(19 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Munich Trade Fair, a top convention centre in Munich. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Munich Trade Fair
Amsterdam miniature in Legoland. #kidsfun #Red buildings #Red Photo Sweepstakes

LEGOLAND® Deutschland

Enjoy the excitement at LEGOLAND® Deutschland and see why people love this theme park in Kleinkötz. Take in the festivals in this family-friendly area.

LEGOLAND® Deutschland
Paulskirche mit Theresienwiese, München, Germany

Theresienwiese

4.5/5(35 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Theresienwiese, a well-known attraction in Munich. Discover the area's lively breweries and its acclaimed art galleries.

Theresienwiese
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Allianz Arena

4.5/5(75 reviews)

Catch an event at Allianz Arena during your trip to Munich. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Allianz Arena
Olympic Park which includes landscape views, a monument and a city

Olympic Park

4.5/5(139 reviews)

Formally the site of the world’s best-known sporting event, this park still offers plenty of attractions.

Olympic Park
Almwiese mit Blick zum Geroldsee

Eibsee

5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Eibsee and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Grainau. Make time for the spas and ski slopes in this walkable area.

Eibsee

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English Garden featuring a garden and a river or creek

Munich City Centre

4/5(16 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic breweries and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Munich City Centre. Check out top attractions like Marienplatz and Theresienwiese, and jump on the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more of the city.

Munich City Centre
Munich City Centre featuring a city, heritage elements and landscape views

Altstadt-Lehel

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Marienplatz and Kaufingerstrasse 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.

Altstadt-Lehel
Munich Hauptbahnhof - The main lobby. Christmas lights all over

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.

Ludwigsvorstadt-Kliniken
Heilig Geist Spital featuring heritage elements and a river or creek

Nuremberg Old Town

4.5/5(58 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Nuremberg Old Town. Make a stop by Main Market Square or Frauenkirche while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lawrence Church U-Bahn or White Tower U-Bahn to get around town.

Nuremberg Old Town
Hofbrauhaus showing heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

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.

Graggenau
Viktualienmarkt featuring markets and food

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.

Angerviertel

 

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