12 Awesome Things to Do in Munich, Germany

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Munich, Germany’s third largest city, is a land where modern life and ancient traditions are woven together tightly. It comes second after Berlin, in the list of the most visited cities in Germany. Explore some awesome and fun things to do in Munich.

Climb the Stairs That Lead You Nowhere The Endless Staircase - Olafur Eliasson's infinite stairway at KPMG near Schwanthalerhöhe station, Munich.

Catch a Glimpse of the Opulent Asam Church Asam Church (St. Johann Nepomuk) - Nestled in central Munich, this baroque gem dazzles with frescoes and intricate gold details.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Listen and Watch the Clock at the Marienplatz Square Located in the center of the Altstadt (Old Town), the Marienplatz Square of Munich is a popular tourist attraction.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) with wonderfully carved arches, and hundreds of statues hosts a clock (Rathaus-Glockenspiel) show where the 32-life sized statues enact historical Bavarian events.

Ride on a Subway Train Candidplatz (U1 line) Subway Station on Munich U-Bahn, stands on shell-like pillars with the colors of a light spectrum that suffuse throughout the station making it a riveting sight to behold.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Offer Your Prayers at St. Luke's Church St. Luke's Church (Lukaskirche) - Open year-round for weekly services, cultural events, and concerts!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Take a Tour of Olympic Park Climb Olympiaberg Hill for stunning Munich views, or ascend the Olympic Tower (620 ft.) for a thrilling experience and a rock-and-roll museum at the top.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Visit the BMW Museum When in Munich, don't miss the BMW Museum. Its architecture, resembling a four-cylinder engine, is as cool as the exhibits inside!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Enjoy the Breathtaking Ferris Wheel Rides at Oktoberfest Munich's Oktoberfest (Volksfest) is the world's largest folk festival, drawing 6 million visitors annually.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Drink Beer at Oktoberfest Take part in the world’s biggest beer festival - Oktoberfest, and enjoy the beer with your friends the German way!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Visit the Siegestor a.k.a. The Victory Gate The Victory Gate , rebuilt after WWII, bears the inscription: "Dedicated to victory, destroyed by war, urging peace."

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Take a Stroll in Munich Hofgarten (Court Garden) A tranquil green oasis with beautiful fountains, perfect for tourists to relax!

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Shop at Munich's Viktualienmarkt Viktualienmarkt , Munich's top farmers’ market, offers fresh dairy, pretzels, and other Bavarian delights for food-loving tourists.