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Bayerische Staatsoper Opera House
Ollie #1 of 133 attractions in Munich
5 of 5 stars 42 reviews
The best place in the city to view opera and ballet, although it can be a tough ticket.
Attraction type  Operas; Theatres
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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English Garden (Englischer Garten)
Ollie #2 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 507 reviews
Very popular scenic park, more internaitonal than its name would suggest, it contains a Greek temple, Chinese pagoda and Japanese tea house.
Attraction type  Parks; Gardens
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
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Asam's Church (Asamkirche)
Ollie #3 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 79 reviews
Owner description: This Rococo church was built in the mid-1700's by the brothers Cosmas Damian and Egid Quirin Asam, who had vowed they would build a church if they...... more » Owner description: This Rococo church was built in the mid-1700's by the brothers Cosmas Damian and Egid Quirin Asam, who had vowed they would build a church if they avoided shipwreck. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Old Pinakothek (Alte Pinakothek)
Ollie #4 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 113 reviews
Owner description: Housing much of the city's most famous artwork, this museum's collection includes renowned international works from the 14th through the 18th...... more » Owner description: Housing much of the city's most famous artwork, this museum's collection includes renowned international works from the 14th through the 18th centuries. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Marienplatz
Ollie #5 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 525 reviews

This prominent public square, the largest in Munich, still stands as the center of social activity in the city, much as it has throughout history.  The Neues Rathaus or New City... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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St. Peter's Church (Peterskirche)
Ollie #6 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 113 reviews

Great views, perfect for photos. I've seen Alps on one side Frauenkirche and Olympic tower on the other but only when its clear. Great food drink shopping around the neighborhood more »

Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Nymphenburg Palace (Schloss Nymphenburg)
Ollie #7 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 211 reviews

Schloss Nymphenburg was built around an Italianate villa created for Electress Henriette-Adelaide in 1663-64 and was reworked to include four pavillions in 1715.  The sprawling... more »

Attraction type  Castles; Historic Sites; History Museums; Gardens
Distance  6.2 km from city centre
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BMW Welt
Ollie #8 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 240 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  4.5 km from city centre
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Deutsches Museum
Ollie #9 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 260 reviews
Owner description: One of the world's largest science museums, visitors can to this famous institution can easily get lost among the endless floors of interesting...... more » Owner description: One of the world's largest science museums, visitors can to this famous institution can easily get lost among the endless floors of interesting exhibits, including a fascinating exhibit on mining. « less
Attraction type  Science Museums
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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BMW Museum
Ollie #10 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 130 reviews

Here are a few links to information about the BMW museum. The famous four-cylinder shaped headquarters and the mushroom shaped original museum are undergoing renovations. A new... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  4.3 km from city centre
Starnberger See
Ollie #11 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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Munich Residence (Residenz Munchen)
Ollie #12 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 137 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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New Pinakothek (Neue Pinakothek)
Ollie #13 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Owner description: Dating from the 18th century through the present day, the impressive collection of paintings and sculptures housed in this museum includes works by...... more » Owner description: Dating from the 18th century through the present day, the impressive collection of paintings and sculptures housed in this museum includes works by such luminaries as Van Gogh and Manet. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Munich Zoo (Munchener Tierpark Hellabrunn)
Ollie #14 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 115 reviews
Owner description: Huge complex of buildings makes this one of the most enjoyable museums you will ever visit. Plan to spend a great portion of the day there since there...... more » Owner description: Huge complex of buildings makes this one of the most enjoyable museums you will ever visit. Plan to spend a great portion of the day there since there are so many exhibits and rooms to see. « less
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  4.7 km from city centre
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Olympiapark
Ollie #15 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 193 reviews
Site of the 1972 Summer Olympics.
Attraction type  Parks; Jogging Paths/ Tracks; Sports Complexes
Distance  4.7 km from city centre
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Theatinerkirche St. Kajetan
Ollie #16 of 133 attractions in Munich
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Andechs Monastery
Ollie #17 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 88 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Breweries; Architectural Buildings
Distance  34.6 km from city centre
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Allianz Arena
Ollie #18 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 203 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  9.0 km from city centre
Theresienwiese
Ollie #19 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 62 reviews
This huge grassy park annually hosts the city's popular Oktoberfest.
Attraction type  Parks; Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Residenz Royal Palace
Ollie #20 of 133 attractions in Munich
4.5 of 5 stars 62 reviews

 The former residence of the Bavarian Wittelsbach kings has been a museum since 1920.  Heavily damaged during World War II bombing raids, the museum has been restored to much of... more »

Attraction type  Castles; Art Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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