A woman and a man are jogging through the Olympic Park in Munich in the evening sun.
Leisure tips: an overview

Sports and leisure activities in Munich

Find out here about the sports and leisure opportunities Munich has to offer. We have put together a list of the best tips and leisure ideas for Munich to help you make the most of your free time, either inside or out in nature. You will find an overview of the leisure offerings and activities in Munich here.

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Close-up of a forest and two people in Munich.
Column: a walk in the woods

My friend, the tree

Waldbaden in Munich: Our columnist visits a nature reserve together with a forester.
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Gorilla in the Tierpark Hellabrunn in Munich.
Visiting Zoo Hellabrunn

A soft spot for animals

We accompany the zoo director on a tour of the zoo, one of the most popular excursion destinations in the Munich area.
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Tao Schirrmacher surfs the Eisbach wave in his wetsuit
Interview: Tao Schirrmacher

“For me, the Eisbach is a cultural asset”

Nobody knows the Eisbach river quite as well as Tao Schirrmacher; the triple European surfing champion has been riding the river’s standing wave for 15 years.
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A runner in front of the background of the Olympic Tower in the Olympic Park Munich
Running tracks in Munich

A good run

Six well-known Munich residents tell us their favourite running routes in and around Munich.

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Spirit of '72
The illuminated Werksviertel Mitte building with white Ferris wheel against the evening sky
Party culture in Werksviertel

Work hard, party harder

The Werksviertel-Mitte has not lost its former character. A tour with architect and chief planner Johannes Ernst.

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Eat & Drink
Three beer glasses on a wooden table and a person reaches for them.
Partying the night away

A night out in the Schlachthof district

The Schlachthof district is Munich’s unofficial party district: whether Bahnwärter Thiel, Frisches Bier, the terrace of the Alte Utting or Zur Gruam: it's no problem to turn night into day.
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Munich's club culture

The open-minded city

Munich has a whole range of clubs where people party wildly and unconventionally. Here is the best-of!
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Column: Vacation in your own city
Several hands hold clear schnapps and toast in Munich.
Column: Vacation in your own city

Learning to celebrate

Our author takes on the challenge of turning night into day. Because she is actually known for being the first to disappear from parties - secretly and silently.
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A closer look at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
Football in Munich

Munich and football

Munich and its teams: the Reds are a global brand, the Blues have already had better days - but the hearts of the people of Munich are still fairly evenly distributed.

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City tours
The Allianz Arena in Munich illuminated in red at sunset. Book now from 34,90 €!
City tour

Highlights in Munich and FC Bayern soccer tour

Discover the sights of Munich and visit the Allianz Arena and the training grounds of FC Bayern.
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Players from TSV 1860 Munich and Würzburg kickers play football at Grünwalder Stadion.
Football report

Kick it in Giesing!

Between Grünwalder Stadion and football pubs, true football culture is still lived in Giesing, the home of 1860 Munich.
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Photo of two American football players in jerseys
American Football in Munich

Like father like son

What’s special about American football? Why do people choose this sport? Father and son Lautenschlager talk about their time together with the Munich Cowboys and the history of American football in Munich.
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Boulderer hält mit viel Körperspannung eine Position zwischen zwei kugelartigen Griffen und Tritten im Münchner Kletterzentrum Heavens Gate..
Climbing and bouldering in Munich

The big Munich climbing guide

Munich is a paradise for climbers in Germany. The city boasts a unique selection of artificial climbing and bouldering facilities. An overview.
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Hand of a player with the ball just before the throw-in.
Table Football

More luck than skill

There are many bars with a football table in the back room around the Isar. We spend an evening kicking our way through the relevant Munich bars.
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Towers of the Frauenkirche in Munich taken from the air.
simply high up

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 now for 7,50 €!
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Schloss Neuschwanstein with lake in the background in the Munich environs.

Dream castles Neuschwanstein & Linderhof

Immerse yourself in the world of the fairytale king!

Book now for 59,90 €!

Immerse yourself in the world of the fairytale king!

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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!

Book now from 20 €

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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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.

Book now for 7,50 €!

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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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!

Book now for 6,50 €!

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

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Exterior view of the Hofbräuhaus Munich at dusk.

Hofbräuhaus Tour

Discover the most famous beer hall in the world with an official guide of the city of Munich and enjoy a fresh Mass of beer afterward!

Book for 28€, Mass beer included!

Discover the most famous beer hall in the world with an official guide of the city of Munich and enjoy a fresh Mass of beer afterward!

Discover the most famous beer hall in the world with an official guide of the city of Munich and enjoy a fresh Mass of beer afterward!

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Towers and Alps in Munich

City trip incl. Munich Card and Tower Ascent

We look forward to seeing you again in Munich. Our tip: the exclusive travel package with Munich Card and Tower Ascent.

3 days from 218 € for 2 pers.

We look forward to seeing you again in Munich. Our tip: the exclusive travel package with Munich Card and Tower Ascent.

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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.

Book now for 18 €!

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

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A man drives his rickshaw and guests through the Olympic Park in Munich.

Pedicab Tour S Olympiapark

Our guide pedals you between the green hills of the Olympic Park and along the Olympic Lake from sports venue to sports venue. The perfect exploration tour!

Book now for only 95 €!

Our guide pedals you between the green hills of the Olympic Park and along the Olympic Lake from sports venue to sports venue. The perfect exploration tour!

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A woman with varnished fingernails holds a gift with the inscription "simply Munich".

Vouchers

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

Buy vouchers from 6,50 €

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

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Panoramic view of the Neues Rathaus in Munich with the Frauenkirche in the background.

Visit of the New Town Hall Balcony

Join us on the famous balcony of the New Town Hall, where FC Bayern has celebrated a triumph many times - and enjoy the beautiful view over Marienplatz.

Book now for only 6,50 €!

Join us on the famous balcony of the New Town Hall, where FC Bayern has celebrated a triumph many times - and enjoy the beautiful view over Marienplatz.

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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.

Now for only 150 €!

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

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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.

Book now for 120 €!

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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A woman in the exhibition "Der Blaue Reiter" in the Lenbachhaus in Munich

Discovery trip incl. City Pass

Two nights in a selected hotel and free admission to 45 museums and attractions: our travel package for explorers!

3 days from 313 € for 2 Pers.

Two nights in a selected hotel and free admission to 45 museums and attractions: our travel package for explorers!

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München Card und München Pass

Munich Card & City Pass

Discover Munich in a relaxed and uncomplicated way: discounts for the diverse range of art, culture and leisure activities with our guest cards.

Book now from 5,90 Euro

Free Public transport

Reduced or included!

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Public transport is included

Many discounts with the Card, many things for free with the Pass.

Online or at the tourist information offices

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Many cyclists on the Königsplatz in Munich.
Discover the region by bike

Cycling tours in and around Munich

Relaxed bike tours past the most important sights around the city center, the Isar and the English Garden. Also: the most beautiful bike routes around Munich.

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Lakes & Mountains
Eibsee nearby Garmisch in the surrounding region of Munich taken from the air with a drone.
Lakes & Mountains

Munich and its mountains

Hiking, mountaineering, kiting, skiing: the local mountains are a recreational paradise. 

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