Even if cars aren’t your thing, the architecturally innovative BMW Welt is one of the city’s can’t-be-missed institutions. 

Head to the river’s best manmade entry point, Eisbachwelle, where surfers shred year-round. 

One of the largest city parks in the world, alongside Central and Hyde Parks. Go play tennis, have a cold draft at the beer garden, surf in the Isar, and more. 

The world’s premiere beer festival. Our favorite tents include Schützen, Käfer, and Marstall.

Built up to Versailles-like proportions, this 18th-century castle’s sensational blend of frescoes, stucco, oil painting, and heavy chandeliers merit a longer visit. Head over on a sunny day and devote time to the gardens as well.

A small beautiful town that sits 40 minutes away from central Munich by car. Walk the shores of Lake Tegernsee, grab a bite at Das Tegernsee Hotel, and enjoy the simplicity of pastoral Bavarian life.