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4 days in Munich

Beer halls, Christmas markets and fairy-tale castles in the Alps.

Best time
Sep – Dec
Ideal length
4 days
A day, mid-range
$190 per person
Trip for two
about $1,520

Planning a 4-day trip to Munich? Here's a day-by-day Munich itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Munich's Christmas markets and the nearby Neuschwanstein castle in snow make winter magical.

Munich is Bavaria's capital, combining beer culture, museums and Alpine access.

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  12. Dec: a good time to go

December: -3 to 4°C.

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Don't miss

Best things to do in Munich

  • 01

    Marienplatz

    The Glockenspiel and the main Christmas market.

  • 02

    Neuschwanstein

    The castle that inspired Disney.

  • 03

    English Garden

    A huge city park with surfers.

  • 04

    Hofbräuhaus

    The famous beer hall.

Day by day

Munich itinerary for 4 days

  1. D1

    Day 1: Old town

    Morning
    See the Glockenspiel's dancing figures at Marienplatz at 11 AM, then climb St Peter's tower for the best view of the onion-domed Frauenkirche and, on clear days, the Alps.
    Afternoon
    Graze the Viktualienmarkt for weisswurst, pretzels and Bavarian cheeses.
    Evening
    Christmas market at Marienplatz, then a litre of beer and roast pork at the Hofbräuhaus.

    Weisswurst is traditionally eaten before noon.

  2. D2

    Day 2: Neuschwanstein

    Morning
    Early train and bus to Füssen for Neuschwanstein, the fairy-tale castle of 'mad' King Ludwig II.
    Afternoon
    Tour Hohenschwangau castle below it and walk to the Marienbrücke bridge for the classic view (if open in winter).
    Evening
    Back to Munich for dinner in Schwabing.

    Book timed castle tickets online; walk-ups often sell out.

  3. D3

    Day 3: Palaces and parks

    Morning
    Explore the Residenz, the Wittelsbach royal palace with its spectacular Antiquarium hall.
    Afternoon
    Walk through the English Garden, stopping to watch surfers ride the standing wave on the Eisbach river.
    Evening
    Dinner at the Augustiner Bräustuben, a beer hall attached to the brewery.

    The Eisbach surfers are out all year, even in snow.

  4. D4

    Day 4: Nymphenburg and home

    Morning
    Visit Nymphenburg Palace, the royal summer residence, and its Gallery of Beauties.
    Afternoon
    Lunch of schnitzel and apple strudel.
    Evening
    S-Bahn to the airport and fly home.

    Allow 45 minutes to the airport.

Want it hour by hour?GoRoam plans every stop with times, maps, costs and bookings for your dates.

Shorter or longer

Munich in 3, 4 or 6 days

3 days in Munich

Follow days 1 to 3 above and leave out “Nymphenburg and home”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

6 days in Munich

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in Berlin.

What it costs

Munich trip budget

StylePer person, a day4 days for two
Budget$90$720
Mid-range$190$1,520
Luxury$450+$3,600

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Munich is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Munich for every budget

  • Budget

    Wombat's City Hostel Munich

    Hauptbahnhof

    Near the station.

    from $70 /night

    Prices
  • Mid-range

    Hotel Torbräu

    Altstadt

    Munich's oldest hotel.

    from $250 /night

    Prices
  • Luxury

    Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski

    Maximilianstraße

    A grand hotel.

    from $600 /night

    Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Munich

  • Weisswurst

    White sausage for breakfast.

  • Pretzels

    Huge and salty.

  • Schweinshaxe

    Roast pork knuckle.

Getting there

How to reach Munich

Travel
Munich airport, 40 minutes by S-Bahn.
Getting around
U-Bahn, S-Bahn and trams.
  • Bavaria Ticket for day trips by train.
  • Book Neuschwanstein online.

Before you go

What to pack for Munich

  • Power bank and charging cables
  • Passport and visa printouts
  • Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for temples
  • A forex card or some local cash
  • Travel insurance

Good questions

Munich trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Munich?

4 days are enough to see the highlights: Marienplatz, Neuschwanstein, English Garden. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 4-day Munich trip cost?

Roughly $90 a day per person on a budget, $190 mid-range and $450+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about $1,520 for 4 days.

What is the best time to visit Munich?

Sep – Dec. Munich's Christmas markets and the nearby Neuschwanstein castle in snow make winter magical.

Where should I stay in Munich?

Budget: Wombat's City Hostel Munich (Hauptbahnhof), from about $70 a night. Mid-range: Hotel Torbräu (Altstadt), from about $250 a night. Luxury: Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski (Maximilianstraße), from about $600 a night.

How do I reach Munich?

Munich airport, 40 minutes by S-Bahn.

Is 3 days enough for Munich?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 3 of the itinerary above and skip "Nymphenburg and home". 4 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Munich?

December: -3 to 4°C.

What food should I try in Munich?

Weisswurst: White sausage for breakfast. Pretzels: Huge and salty. Schweinshaxe: Roast pork knuckle.

How do I get around Munich?

U-Bahn, S-Bahn and trams.

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