Munich's Top 5

Munich's Top 5

Views from the Frauenkirche: This 14th-century church tower gives you a panorama of downtown Munich that cannot be beat. There are 86 steps in a circular shaft to get to the elevator, but it's worth it.

Deutsches Museum: The museum has a world-renowned collection of science and technology exhibits, and its location on the lovely Isar River is perfect for a relaxing afternoon stroll.

Street food: The Viktualienmarkt is a unique farmers'-market-style culinary shopping experience with fresh produce, Turkish finger food, and Argentine wine. Grab a snack, sit in the beer garden, and watch the world go by.

A lazy afternoon in Gärtnerplatz: Gärtnerplatz, 200 yards from Viktualienmarkt, is a relaxing roundabout with a few cafés where you can sit, have lunch, and enjoy Munich's hippest neighborhood before checking out the numerous trendy boutiques.

Englischer Garten: With expansive greens, picturesque lakes, a handful of beer gardens, and creeks running through it, the English Garden is a great place for a bike ride or a long walk. Enjoy a mug of cold beer at the Chinese Tower, take in the scenery, and snack on some local grub.