Pictures of Munich

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From cozy beer halls to dazzling palaces, sprawling public gardens to cutting-edge museums, the Bavarian capital is a modern city with plenty of traditional charms.

Use this central square as a base for sightseeing, or as a vantage point to watch the crowds and take in Munich’s famous carillon.

Gilt-covered stagecoaches, swan lakes and walls laid out with beautiful portraits are just some of the highlights of this grand historic palace.

Use this central square as a base for sightseeing, or as a vantage point to watch the crowds and take in Munich’s famous carillon.

Stroll around this pedestrianized square at the gateway to Munich’s old town and check out Gothic architecture and a lively shopping district.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.

This Munich icon suffered serious damage during World War II. Today, though, its twin green domes rise above the city, dominating the Munich skyline in style.

Stroll around this pedestrianized square at the gateway to Munich’s old town and check out Gothic architecture and a lively shopping district.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.

A rock museum, a Michelin-acclaimed restaurant and some of Munich’s best photo opportunities all converge at this vantage point high above the city.

Formally a court garden attached to the Residenz, this park is now the place where fashionable locals go to gain some respite from the city.

Admire the ceiling frescoes and beautiful architecture of this historic Catholic church, one of the oldest churches in the city of Munich. 

Use this central square as a base for sightseeing, or as a vantage point to watch the crowds and take in Munich’s famous carillon.

This tiny church was designed by two brothers as a project of passion. Now, it is publicly acknowledged as a masterpiece of Baroque and Rococo design.

The northerly border of Munich’s old town is marked by this large city square, framed by Italianesque buildings and a Renaissance court garden.

An ornate Gothic structure, a looming tower and an eerie bejeweled skeleton all belong to the oldest parish church in Munich.

This Munich icon suffered serious damage during World War II. Today, though, its twin green domes rise above the city, dominating the Munich skyline in style.

For a glimpse into the opulent past of Bavaria’s ruling class, visit this palace in downtown Munich.

The world’s most famous beer hall is not just a destination for beer aficionados. Visitors can also sample traditional Bavarian music, dancing and cuisine.