The historic building of the Augustiner Brewery is made of red brick.
From a working-class neighbourhood to a trendy neighbourhood

Westend: Munich’s cultural melting pot

The Westend, once a traditional working-class neighbourhood, has evolved into a vibrant melting pot of diverse cultures and creative life. Amidst historic buildings and lively streets such as Kazmairstraße, a diverse scene of art, gastronomy and history is flourishing. Join our “Viertelliebe” guided tours through the charming courtyards and unique streets and discover the hidden treasures of this Munich district.

Urban & Districts
Detailed photo of the oak wreath of the Bavaria statue at Theresienwiese in Munich photographed with a drone
Westend

Old buildings and winding backyards

The Westend is evolving from the multicultural workers quarter to the future in-quarter. People from 25 different nations live here side by side.
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Different architectural styles along a street in Munich.
Local Love: Westend

The other Munich

The former working-class neighbourhood of Westend has developed into a district with young companies, shops and cool cafés. It has retained its down-to-earth feel and family atmosphere.
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The Bavaria at the Theresienwiese in Munich with columns in front.
Kunstgießerei München: Interview about the Bavaria

A Colossal Accomplishment

The Bavaria has a fascinating history – explained by Aslan Göktepe, who runs the Kunstgießerei München together with his father.
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Urban & Districts
Parkstrasse in Munich's Westend district is home to many old buildings
Special streets: Parkstrasse

The hub of Westend

Between Banh Mi and Boazn - Parkstraße is one of the liveliest streets on Schwanthalerhöhe.
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Urban & Districts
Illustrator Steffi Bauer stands in her studio in Munich wearing glasses and a shirt
Women in Westend District

Westend Women

We visited four women who characterise the Westend of today – two artists and two restaurant owners.
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A walk through Lehel: Christian Hundertmark

Our author meets Munich personalities for a walk: this time, art director Christian Hundertmark shows us his Westend.

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Urban & Districts
“This neighbourhood reveals a piece of economic history“
5x5 Tips for the Westend district

“This neighbourhood reveals a piece of economic history“

The tour guide Anton Figl is a fan of the Westend. In our 5x5 he gives tips for shopping, culture and gastronomy in the neighbourhood.
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High-rise building designed by Otto Steidle at the Theresienhöhe in Munich.
Local Love Westend: Architectural walk

“The strength of the Westend lies in its porous structure“

Architect Alexander Fthenakis is a connoisseur and big fan of Munich's Westend. During a walk, he presents the architectural highlights in the neighbourhood.
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Urban & Districts
Street corner at Schwanthalerhöhe in Munich.
On the way in the Westend

Strolling along: Kazmairstrasse

Strolling on the Kazmairstraße in the Munich Westend: a walk through history, cafes and restaurants.
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The Café Marais with the large clock face on the wall and the many wooden shelves and display cabinets with all kinds of bric-a-brac.
Local Love: Café Marais

Westend Bestend

We asked Alexandra Baumann, the owner of Café Marais, about the special attitude to life in the neighbourhood.
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Urban & Districs
In a large hall of the Munich Transport Museum, there are historic cars, an underground railway and a historic helicopter hanging from the ceiling
Verkehrszentrum

Life-Size Quartet Game

There are over 275 exhibits to discover at the Deutsches Museum's Transport Centre. Together with museum director Dr Bettina Gundler, we looked for curiosities, superlatives and exciting stories.
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Local love
View of the Schottenhamel beer tent with the Bavaria in the background during the set-up of the Oktoberfest.
A Tour of the Oktoberfest Construction Site

Tapping Into the Oktoberfest

Every year, anticipation for Oktoberfest grows! However, during setup, the grounds may only be entered as part of a guided tour. Insights into Munich's most exciting construction site.
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Courtyard of the Neues Rathaus in Munich.

Visit of the New Town Hall Tower

Discover Munich's highlights from a very special perspective after just a few seconds in the lift!

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Discover Munich's highlights from a very special perspective after just a few seconds in the lift!

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Small meeting room of the Neues Rathaus in Munich

New Town Hall Tour

Explore the Neue Rathaus on Marienplatz with an official City of Munich tour guide. A visit of the famous law library is also included!

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Explore the Neue Rathaus on Marienplatz with an official tour guide. A visit of the famous law library is also included!

Magistrates, Monachia and magnificent celebrations: explore the Neue Rathaus on Marienplatz with an official City of Munich tour guide. A visit of the famous law library is also included!

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Crowd in front of the Feldherrnhalle on Odeonsplatz in 1933.

Guided Tour National Socialism in Munich

Discover Munich’s dark past: follow the rise of the Nazi movement, trace key sites from 1923 to 1945, and learn how the city remembers the victims today.

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Follow the rise of the Nazi movement, trace key sites from 1923 to 1945, and learn how the city remembers the victims today.

Discover Munich’s dark past: follow the rise of the Nazi movement, trace key sites from 1923 to 1945, and learn how the city remembers the victims today.

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A beer mug and beer barrels in the Bier- und Oktoberfestmuseum in Munich.

Bavarian Beer & Food Tasting Tour in Munich

Experience Munich's beer history with tastings, visits to traditional taverns and stories about the art of brewing.

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Experience Munich's beer history with tastings, visits to traditional taverns and stories about the art of brewing.

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Buy now vouchers for your visit in Munich. The ideal gift! Guided tours, guest cards and more...

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Buy now vouchers for your visit in Munich. The ideal gift! Guided tours, guest cards and more...

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Three copies of the official Munich city guide are slightly stacked on top of each other so that the image of the Frauenkirche remains visible on each one.

Official Munich City Guide

With our new city guide, you can take a relaxed stroll through the most beautiful neighbourhoods and discover insider tips from our guides – from sights to hidden highlights. Order now free of shipping costs!  a

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With our new city guide, you can take a relaxed stroll through the most beautiful neighbourhoods and discover insider tips from our guides.

With our new city guide, you can take a relaxed stroll through the most beautiful neighbourhoods and discover insider tips from our guides – from sights to hidden highlights. Order now free of shipping costs!

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Towers of the Frauenkirche in Munich taken from the air.

Frauenkirche: Visit of the South Tower

Book a visit to the observation deck of Munich's Frauenkirche and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the city.

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Book a visit to the observation deck of Munich's Frauenkirche and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the city.

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Law library in the new city hall in Munich.

Visit of the Law Library: Juristische Bibliothek

Impressive architecture and unique ambience: discover the Law Library in the New Town Hall.

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Impressive architecture and unique ambience: discover the Law Library in the New Town Hall.

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Several pedicaps with guests in the Englischer Garten (park).

Pedicab tour through the old town and nature

Enjoy this special tour and pedicap ride past all the famous sights of Munich's old town and into the Englischer Garten.

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Enjoy this special tour and pedicap ride past all the famous sights of Munich's old town and into the Englischer Garten.

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Towers at Marienplatz in Munich

Old Town Tour

The city walk for everyone who wants to become acquainted with the most beautiful parts of Munich's city centre.

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The city walk for everyone who wants to become acquainted with the most beautiful parts of Munich's city centre.

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Wort kettle at the Spaten brewery in Munich.

Spaten Brewery Tour

Experience a brewery tour at Spaten with a look behind the scenes, interesting facts about the company history and beer tasting in the brewery tower.

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Experience a brewery tour at Spaten with a look behind the scenes, interesting facts about the company history and beer tasting in the brewery tower.

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A blue double-decker sightseeing bus at BMW Welt

Hop-On Hop-Off city bus tours Gray Line

The hop-on hop-off city bus tours of Gray Line will let you collect unforgettable impressions of Munich.

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The hop-on hop-off city bus tours of Gray Line will let you collect unforgettable impressions of Munich.

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Neuschwanstein Castle in the surrounding region of Munich.

Dream castles Neuschwanstein & Linderhof

Immerse yourself in the world of the fairytale king!

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Immerse yourself in the world of the fairytale king!

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View of the Salzach river and the castle in Salzburg.

Salzburg and the Lake District

Visit the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and relax on the journey to beautiful Lake Wolfgang.

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Visit the birthplace of composer extraordinaire Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, stroll through the Baroque old town and then relax on the journey to beautiful Lake Wolfgang.

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The snow-covered town centre of Rothenburg ob der Tauber in winter

Romantic Road: Rothenburg and Harburg

Hop on and be whisked away by one of the world's most beautiful stretches of street: the Romantic Road to Rothenburg and Harburg.

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Hop on and be whisked away by one of the world's most beautiful stretches of street: the Romantic Road to Rothenburg and Harburg.

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Kehlsteinhaus Berchtesgaden including a panoramic view of the valley in the surroundings of Munich.

Berchtesgaden area and Eagle's Nest

The day trip takes you along the Alpine Road to Berchtesgaden area with its dreamlike scenery.

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The day trip takes you along the Alpine Road to Berchtesgaden area with its dreamlike scenery.

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Exterior view of the NS Documentation Centre in Munich.

Munich – Third Reich Tour

Get to know the special role of Munich during the time of National Socialism on this walk.

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Get to know the special role of Munich during the time of National Socialism on this walk.

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Alter Peter, Frauenkirche and Neues Rathaus: the Munich skyline in the evening light.

Private guided tour through Munich's Old Town

Exclusive and safe: Discover the most beautiful sights and corners of Munich's city centre with your official personal guide.

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Exclusive and safe: Discover the most beautiful sights and corners of Munich's city centre with your official personal guide.

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Towers of the Frauenkirche in Munich taken from the air.
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Frauenkirche: Visit of the South Tower

Book a visit to the observation deck of Munich's Frauenkirche and enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the city.

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