Germany

Munich

Bavarian Grandeur

July 19-22

19-22
2026

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Getting There

From Bamberg: Direct ICE train (~2 hours)

Cost: €25-€30 advance booking

From München Hbf to Altstadt: U-Bahn/S-Bahn to Marienplatz (~10 min)

Sunday

July 19

Arrival & Altstadt

Arrive from Bamberg

Afternoon

Mid-afternoon arrival, check into hotel near Marienplatz

Marienplatz & Glockenspiel

Late Afternoon

The beating heart of Munich! Admire the neo-Gothic Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) and catch the famous Glockenspiel show at 5 PM—mechanical figures reenact historical scenes with chimes and dancing

Frauenkirche (Cathedral)

Evening

Munich's landmark Gothic cathedral with distinctive twin onion-domed towers. Climb the south tower for panoramic views over the old town

Hofbräuhaus

Dinner

Iconic beer hall near Platzl for traditional Bavarian beer, live oompah music, and hearty food like schnitzel or roast pork knuckle. Even if you're not drinking, peek inside for the lively atmosphere!

Monday

July 19

Day Trip to Neuschwanstein Castle

Full Day Excursion

Visit the iconic fairy-tale castle of King Ludwig II, perched dramatically in the Bavarian Alps. This is one of the most photographed castles in the world and the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty castle.

Tuesday

July 20

More Munich Highlights

Residenz Palace

Morning

Former royal palace of the Bavarian monarchs. Explore the opulent rooms, treasury, and beautiful courtyards. One of Europe's finest palace museums

English Garden (Englischer Garten)

Afternoon

One of the world's largest urban parks—even bigger than Central Park! Stroll through beautiful landscapes, watch surfers on the Eisbach river wave, or relax at the Chinese Tower beer garden

Viktualienmarkt

Lunch

Munich's famous outdoor food market. Browse fresh produce, flowers, local specialties, and grab lunch at one of the food stalls

Travel Notes

• Munich is a large city—use the excellent U-Bahn/S-Bahn system to get around

• The Altstadt is walkable, but attractions like Nymphenburg Palace require transit

• Book Neuschwanstein castle tickets months in advance—they sell out in July!

• Consider a Bayern-Ticket for unlimited regional train travel on day trip days