Munich is one of the most popular cities in Germany and an ideal destination for school groups: the Bavarian capital combines fascinating history with a vibrant culture. Whether visiting world-famous museums, exploring the historic old town or taking part in interactive activities, the city offers plenty of opportunities for group activities and unforgettable shared experiences. Here are our suggestions for school groups!
- The main attractions for school groups
- Fascinating museums
- Experience history first-hand: places with historical significance
- Nature & relaxation: parks, gardens and trips to the countryside
- Interactive experiences and workshops for school groups
- Things to do in Munich in bad weather
- Guided tours for school groups
- Day trips
Marienplatz is the heart of the city and delights school groups with the famous Glockenspiel (carillon) in the Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall). The Fischbrunnen (fountain) on Marienplatz is an ideal meeting point when the children are given free time to explore the city centre on their own.
The Frauenkirche (cathedral) is one of Munich’s most famous landmarks and offers a fascinating insight into the city’s history and architecture.
The Viktualienmarkt is a bustling market where school groups can discover regional specialities and experience Bavarian food culture first-hand.
The Alte Peter – Munich’s oldest parish church – offers an impressive panoramic view over Munich and as far as the Alps after climbing a total of around 300 steps. Alternatively, you can also enjoy a fantastic view over Munich from the tower of the Neues Rathaus.
Schloss Nymphenburg (Nymphenburg Palace) impresses with its extensive grounds and offers a vivid insight into life at the Bavarian court.
The Englische Garten (English Garden) invites school groups to enjoy a relaxing break and offers plenty of space for group activities in the open air.
The Allianz Arena is one of the most modern football stadiums in Europe and is famous for its illuminated, colour-changing exterior façade. It is the home ground of FC Bayern Munich and a popular destination for school groups. Ice hockey or basketball fans, on the other hand, visit the SAP Garden as part of a stadium tour.
Königsplatz (square) in Munich impresses with its classical architecture and is home to major museums such as the Glyptothek (art gallery) and the ‘Staatliche Antikensammlungen’ (State Collections of Antiquities).
The Kunstareal is a unique museum district in the centre of Munich. Within a compact area, it is home to numerous major museums, galleries and universities – ranging from ancient art to modern and contemporary art. Highlights include, for example, the Alte Pinakothek, the Neue Pinakothek, the Pinakothek der Moderne and the Museum Brandhorst.
The Staatliche Museum Ägyptischer Kunst (State Museum of Egyptian Art) captivates school groups with ancient artefacts, mummies and hieroglyphs, bringing the culture and history of ancient Egypt vividly to life.
The Lenbachhaus impresses school groups with its collection of modern and contemporary art, including works by the famous Blue Rider group of artists.
The FC Bayern Museum captivates school groups with fascinating insights into the club’s history, legendary matches and interactive exhibits exploring football culture.
The Jewish Musem Munich is dedicated to presenting multi-perspective views of Jewish life. It offers a special programme of guided tours and interactive workshops designed specifically for schools and educational institutions.
The Museum Mensch und Natur offers interactive exhibitions on biology, geology and the environment, presenting knowledge in a clear and engaging way.
The MVG Museum brings the history of Munich’s public transport to life with historic vehicles and interactive exhibitions.
At the Deutsches Museum on Museum Island, learning comes alive – from physics and space travel to modern research, with interactive exhibitions designed for hands-on exploration and wonder.
The Museum Fünf Kontinente offers fascinating insights into the cultures, traditions and artworks of peoples from all over the world.
The MUCA – Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art is an innovative museum that delights visitors of all ages with its street art, graffiti and contemporary works.
The Beer and Oktoberfest Museum presents the history of Bavarian beer culture and the world-famous Oktoberfest in an entertaining way.
At the Bayerisches Nationalmuseum school groups can explore art, culture and everyday life from past centuries through engaging exhibitions and a wide range of hands-on activities.
The Kindermuseum (Children’s Museum) captivates school groups with interactive exhibitions where they can learn through play, experiment and get actively involved.
Königsplatz was a central venue for Nazi propaganda events and today provides important points of reference for history lessons.
The Feldherrnhalle (Field Marshal‘s Hall) is closely linked to historical events such as the Beer Hall Putsch and is a useful context for understanding political developments.
As the former seat of the Bavarian rulers, the Munich Residenz (city palace) offers a striking insight into the history of the monarchy and court life.
The NS-Dokumentationszentrum München (Documentation centre for the history of National Socialism) offers a modern and interactive exhibition on the history of National Socialism.
The ‘White Rose’ Memorial tells the moving story of the civil courage and bravery of the resistance group led by Sophie and Hans Scholl.
The Haus der Kunst was built during the Nazi era as the ‘House of German Art’ and now serves as a special venue for contemporary and modern art.
The KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau (Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site) conveys the history of the National Socialism and encourages school classes to engage with the subject critically.
Munich’s Olympiapark (Olympic Parc) is not only impressive for its architecture, but also offers opportunities for sport, leisure activities and fascinating guided tours.
The Englische Garten features extensive green spaces and idyllic paths along the river, and is perfect for picnics or outdoor games with the class when the weather is fine.
At Tierpark Hellabrunn (Hellabrunn zoo), children can observe animals from all over the world and learn a great deal about ecology and species conservation.
Westpark is synonymous with relaxation, nature and outdoor activities, and takes visitors on a journey to the Far East.
The River Isar offers a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. School groups can explore the natural surroundings and stroll along the riverbank. There are also lovely spots for picnics.
The interactive experience museum Magic Bavaria turns every school trip into an unforgettable experience: amazing illusions, creative photo backdrops and fascinating fun facts about Bavaria ensure a mix of wonder, laughter and learning through play!
The school programmes at the Deutsches Museum combine guided tours and workshops, tailored precisely to the curriculum and exhibitions, whilst interactive hands-on courses are offered in the laboratories and experiment areas. A particular highlight is the Future Box, which is both an interactive experience and an AI experiment.
BMW Welt and the BMW Museum – exciting experiences with a playful learning element: this is what the campus and the BMW Junior Museum offer school groups and other groups.
At the WOW Museum in Munich, school groups of all ages can immerse themselves in a fascinating world of illusions. Here, learning becomes playful and interactive.
The Kinderkunsthaus München invites school groups to get creative themselves and discover art in a playful way through a variety of workshops.
A visit to EscapeGame Munich is a fun and challenging activity outside the classroom.
At Sea Life Munich, school groups can explore the underwater world and learn a great deal about marine life and ecosystems.
The exhibition on Münchner Kaiserburg (Munich’s Imperial Castle) in the Alter Hof vividly illustrates the history of the Bavarian dukes and emperors, bringing Munich’s medieval past to life for school groups.
The Sternwarte München (Munich Observatory) offers school groups fascinating insights into astronomy and planetary science, from stargazing to engaging talks about the universe.
Bavaria Filmstadt invites school groups behind the scenes of film and television. Interactive tours, where film sets, stunt shows and special effects can be experienced up close, promise plenty of fun.
The Schauburg Munich is an exciting theatre for children and young people that invites school groups to engage their minds and hearts through modern, age-appropriate productions.
The Munich Action Park in Munich’s Olympic Park attracts visitors with a wide variety of sports all in one place. Here, school groups can let off steam with bouldering, calisthenics or in the Ninja Warrior Area.
Munich Travel, in collaboration with the City of Munich’s official tour guides, offers an interesting and high-quality range of activities for school groups. A variety of guided tours, some of which are available exclusively through Munich Tourism (e.g. the Town Hall tour, the Palace of Justice, etc.), can be booked here.
The Museumspädagogisches Zentrum München (Museum Education Centre Munich) offers interactive tours and workshops in museums covering a wide range of topics for all subjects and year groups.
The Bayerische Landtag (Bavarian State Parliament) also gives school classes the opportunity to visit the parliament and talk to members of parliament.
The Münchner Rundfunkorchester (Munich Radio Orchestra) enhances school trips and everyday school life with a variety of activities.
Stadtwerke München offers tours and events closely aligned with the curriculum. All activities are based on the principle of ‘learning through experience’.
The Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (Bavarian Palace Administration) offers a range of themed guided tours for school classes and groups of children.
A day trip to the royal castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof takes you into the fairy-tale world of Ludwig II.
The Obersalzberg near Berchtesgaden is a historically significant site that takes a critical look at the Nazi era. The Obersalzberg Documentation Centre, in particular, offers school groups in-depth insights into this period.
At the Schlossanlage Schleißheim (palace complex), not far from Munich, you can take a long, peaceful stroll, explore the various pavilions and palace buildings, and then enjoy a lovely break at the Schlosscafé Oberschleißheim or the Café zum Schloss. Incidentally, the park is still considered one of Europe’s most significant Baroque gardens.
Walderlebniszentrum Grünwald (Forest Experience Centre): On the forest adventure trail in the Grünwald Forest, you can experience the forest with all your senses.
Many towns around Munich and other great destinations are perfect for exploring on a day trip.
