Marienplatz
Munich's central square, dominated by the neo-Gothic New Town Hall and its famous glockenspiel.
Munich, Germany
Munich: airports, things to do and where to stay
Munich, the capital of Bavaria, combines a grand historic centre, major museums and the tradition of its beer halls and Oktoberfest. It is the gateway to the Bavarian Alps.
Munich airports
From the airport to central Munich
München Franz Josef Strauß airport is about 29 km from central Munich.
S-Bahn S1 / S8
Lines S1 and S8 leave from the station beneath the airport for Marienplatz and the main station (about 40-45 min). Between them, a train roughly every 10 min.
Regionalzüge
Direct regional trains from the airport station to Freising, Landshut and Regensburg, without going through Munich.
Lufthansa Express Bus
Direct bus from both terminals to Munich main station (about 45 min), stopping in Schwabing.
Taxi
Ranks outside both terminals. The ride to the city centre takes about 40 min without traffic and is expensive due to the distance.
Munich
Things to do in Munich
Frauenkirche
The Gothic brick cathedral, with its two domed towers, is the symbol of the city.
Englischer Garten
One of the world's largest city parks, with the Chinese Tower, beer gardens and surfers on the Eisbach.
Schloss Nymphenburg
The Wittelsbach family's Baroque summer palace, with vast gardens, pavilions and canals.
Deutsches Museum
One of the world's largest museums of science and technology, on an island in the Isar.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Munich?
Munich is served by München Franz Josef Strauß (MUC).
How far is the airport from central Munich?
München Franz Josef Strauß airport is about 29 km from central Munich.
How do I get from the airport to central Munich?
From München Franz Josef Strauß airport you can take S-Bahn S1 / S8 (train), Regionalzüge (train), Lufthansa Express Bus (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Munich?
Highlights of Munich include Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, Englischer Garten, Schloss Nymphenburg, and Deutsches Museum.
Photo credits
- Marienplatz: Burkhard Mücke, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Frauenkirche: Martin Falbisoner, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Englischer Garten: Julian Herzog (Website), CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Schloss Nymphenburg: Peulle, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Deutsches Museum: Julian Herzog (Website), CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons