MUNICH TRAVEL TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS | 40+ Must-Knows Before Visiting Munich + What NOT to Do!

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Planning to visit Munich for the first time? In this video, I'm sharing all my best Munich travel tips for new visitors, from important must-knows for your Munich trip to common mistakes that tourists make in Munich. Don't miss this video if you're planning your own trip to Munich!
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00:00 INTRODUCTION
00:23 MUNICH TRAVEL PLANNING TIPS
3:38 MUNICH TRANSPORT TIPS & GETTING AROUND
8:19 MUNICH FOOD & DRINK TIPS
12:25 MUNICH ATTRACTION TIPS
16:32 MUNICH CULTURE & ETIQUETTE TIPS
17:41 MUNICH TIPS WHEN YOU ARRIVE
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Travelling to Munich for the first time? In need of Munich travel advice that caters to a newbie? This Munich travel guide is packed with must-knows before you visit Munich as a tourist, with a rundown of common tourist mistakes in Munich as well as answers to common questions like Munich culture shocks, Munich culture and etiquette tips, where to go in Munich, places to visit in Munich, and more so you can have the Munich trip of your dreams. Whether you're looking for general Munich tips or tips for Munich hidden gems, be sure to watch this video!

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@HappytoWander 8 ай бұрын

Hey everyone, I hope you enjoy this week's video all about my former home city of Munich! As usual, there's more tips in the written version: happytowander.com/munich-travel-tips/ And you can follow me on Instagram here for real time travels and stories :) instagram.com/happytowander/ Be sure to chime in with any additional tips, by the way!! :)

@doronletzter 7 ай бұрын

Awesome tips! Thank you!

@ayenul 7 ай бұрын

I’ve been to Munich once before and don’t even have another trip planned yet (hoping for next fall!) but I’m saving this video for when I do plan bc it’s so dense with great information! Thank you for making this

@Pol06S 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’m in the middle of planning right now and this helps a lot!

@HappytoWander 8 ай бұрын

Yay! So happy to hear that. Hope you have an amazing trip!

@andrelukin6364 2 ай бұрын

I watched tons of videos about Munich and I am so happy I came across your video. Very useful info, thank you a lot! Going to Munich in April.

@Cooler25x 6 ай бұрын

Planning a trip to Munich, this video is so helpful and informative. Thank you!

@guillermoherrera9243 23 күн бұрын

One of the best videos out there. Very helpful info! Glad I watched!

@sreypichtvshow6059 8 ай бұрын

Good video and very fantastic, friend. Thanks for your sharing😍

@jaymiebuis6383 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, super helpful ❤

@jacquied2013 5 ай бұрын

This was so helpful! Thank you

@findyourfairytale 8 ай бұрын

This was great! Heading to Munich for 3 days in September. Planning on checking out Oktoberfest one day and doing Munich things the rest! Very helpful video!!! (And I like how fast you talk lol…you can always pause and write down notes! And a 19 min video is way more appealing than a 25 min video…just saying!👌🍻) Thank you!!

@SaltTravelCo 5 ай бұрын

I learned SO much!!! Very nicely done. Thank you!

@StefanSulistyo 7 ай бұрын

An addition to the dress tips: Afternoon or evening thunderstorms can happen any day in summer, even if it’s not in the daily forecast (caused by the geographic situation with the mountains close by in the south). It’s always a good idea to carry a small pocket umbrella and/or rain jacket you can stuff in your bag. Also watch rain radar apps towards the afternoon, the thunderstorms will usually form south west of the city and move in north east direction.

@jessied4210 14 күн бұрын

Also, watch out on TrainPal price radar. Many ticket prices drop. I'm thinking about train card sales as well.

@MarkMarquez 3 ай бұрын

Great video, thank you!

@TexasHighwayMan 8 ай бұрын

To be fair, while Memmingen airport is 90 minutes from Munich, the main Munich airport itself is 45 minutes from downtown.

@karenrichey6074 26 күн бұрын

Awesome job. Very comprehensive

@kirkmack1992 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, I am planning on going next year and so many people have said that Munich is a 2-3 day city, can't wait to watch this and learn so much about Munich

@HappytoWander 8 ай бұрын

Ahh I hope my video can change your mind!! You can definitely cover the main sights in 2-3 days but more time would be ideal if you want to get out of the city and see some of the gorgeous castles, lakes & mountains nearby :)

@kirkmack1992 8 ай бұрын

@@HappytoWander At the moment I'm thinking 2 days on Munich and 1 day at each of Neuschwanstein and Herrenchiemsee. The tip for the Bavarian Castle pass was brilliant made it so much more affordable 😌

@AndreMafrasaboresedestinos 4 ай бұрын

Great video! I loved it!

@jeanecclesiaste6447 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, this is really helpful, I'm going there on my own, alone, first time in europe. This January 2024. you're my guide. lol 😆

@accless510 6 ай бұрын

thanks for the informative video! what do you think about the 49 euro ticket? im travelling around bavaria like garmisch, nesuwenstein, rothenburg, etc

@carlyc8600 8 ай бұрын

Thank you @HappytoWander! This is super helpful! Going to Germany in the next month and wondering if you have any tips for Baden Baden, Berlin, or Heidelberg?

@HappytoWander 8 ай бұрын

Yay so happy you found it helpful!!! I haven’t been to Baden Baden and I’ve only been to Heidelberg once BUT I do know Berlin quite well. Apart from the general Germany must-knows (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rsxgldyYntezZqM.htmlsi=pjNYcDlIyyOU_wVC), I haven’t written anything about it yet but here are some quick tips off the top of my head haha: - Berlin is quite big so definitely make a sightseeing plan according to neighbourhood as you’ll want to avoid doubling back - Some of the main tourist sights (eg Checkpoint Charlie) are quite underwhelming so lower your expectations haha. - Definitely go beyond Mitte to visit different neighbourhoods to get a better feel for the city - The Reichstag building is REALLY cool (and free) but you need to book a ticket in advance so try to do that ASAP - There are tons of different unique museums/attractions in Berlin for every interest so don’t feel pressured to see the most famous museums just because they’re well known! Pick what you’re personally most interested in. I loved the Computer Games Museum for instance - food-wise, currywurst & Döner are a must, but Berlin has an amazing international and vegan food scene so you’re really spoiled for choice! - If you plan to go out, know that “going out” culture in Berlin is really casual. You can leave the high heels and club dresses at home 💃🏻 - Lastly, I’d recommend reading up on the history of Berlin before you go so you can understand the historical context of the main sights/have a bit of knowledge when you visit museums. Makes things way more interesting! Hope that helps. Depending on when you go, I may have a Berlin guide prepped by then but if not, have an amazing trip and enjoy 🫶

@carlyc8600 8 ай бұрын

❤ thank you so much for all this help! We are so excited and really used your videos for so much help in planning!

@mrkurtjacob 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. Wasn't aware that you have to validate train tickets so thanks for this, very useful! We are going in November and aim to visit Olympic Park, Allianz Arena and city centre. We are staying next to Central Station. What is the best ticket for transport?

@jennybueso6109 7 ай бұрын

Visiting as a tourist in November. It will be cold but I love the fall :) Hoping to visit some castles and Allianz arena, eat and visit museums, churches, and maybe hike

@billmitchell5805 8 ай бұрын

Great video, what is the best way to get to Neuschwanstein? Thanks

@sapphoshanks165 20 күн бұрын

i love how fast you talk!!!

@JustinHEMI05 3 ай бұрын

This is the best Munich video I've watched, thank you! I'm headed there first week of May and this was very informative. Saved for viewing again.

@plantypus 14 күн бұрын

Me too!! I am excited to visit!

@tj2569 29 күн бұрын

We have trip planned for this June and we have one free day and would like your opinion on visiting Nymphenburg Castle vs Munich Residenz. Thank you!

@melbling5748 8 ай бұрын

Minute 12:00 reminds me of their Jungschweinbraten, one that I will always remember of!

@HappytoWander 8 ай бұрын

Mmm one of my favourite dishes! I’m hungry just thinking about it haha

@butenbremer1965 7 ай бұрын

As a former Munich local (2008-14), I didn't know the Justizpalast was actually open to the public! Very eye-opening....... ❤

@StefanSulistyo 7 ай бұрын

A same, was just there for an actual court appointment and it was quite an amazing building

@cindyng1004 3 ай бұрын

hi Happy to Wander - im planning to buy the 49 Euro D pass in my coming trip to germany - its basically valid for all the transportation other than the express regional trains. Just want to check quickly i can just hop on the S bahn from the airport in munich to the city centre right?

@liewpg2266 6 ай бұрын

Is there an options that we can use a contactless payment for public transport?

@sharonpapkin8574 8 ай бұрын

Well i can tell that you local based on the fact you didn't recommend to go for a beer in hofbrau on marienplaz the biggest tourist trap 😂

@alejandrotobar737 3 ай бұрын

Going to Munich in February late February to be exact, what do yall think weather mostly will be like

@tomholmes5502 7 ай бұрын

We just got back and had a great time! Do us Texans a favor and slow down a little. We listen SLOWLY. 😊

@ronineditor9920 2 ай бұрын

Do you or anyone know if there are trains that go directly from the airport to Salzburg? It's looking like we would go into town, then catch a train to Salzburg. Thanks!

@malvoyin7613 3 ай бұрын

for MVG mobile tickets, how do you validate them?

@roamwithdory 4 күн бұрын

Is it easy to find car rental from Munich to drive to Tirol? Thanks!

@jeanmariezeyen111 2 ай бұрын

little piece of advice - if you want to see most of munich : dont take the u-bahn or the s-bahn (unless strictly necessary) , because they are mostly underground, take the tram ! you almost get everywhere with it, and you see a lot of the city !

@robertolarreal7293 3 ай бұрын

How's the weather at the beginning of October? I'll visit Munich this year for the first time!

@juguy2110 5 ай бұрын

Very well done, you really notice that you live in munich for quite some time! Tip from a local for the beer enthusiasts: The quality of most of the "big 6" of the breweries is kinda bad actually. I mean if its tap you can drink it (augustiner and hacker pschorr are the best imo, hofbräu and löwenbräu are disgusting) but when it comes to bottled beer i would highly recommend the smaller breweries, like Giesinger, Haderner of Tillmanns from munich or maxlrainer or mooser liesl from the region. Also giesinger is sold in more and more bars in munich and that is for a reason.

@jeanmariezeyen111 2 ай бұрын

right ! giesinger makes a really great weissbier...and so does the "airbräu" at the airport ! forget about paulaner end franziskaner..augustiner is ok !

@user-qi1oy1sr7m 6 ай бұрын

If you only had time to do one museum in Munich which would it be?

@phritza 7 ай бұрын

I'm planning to visit Munich and during my trip I want to take a day trip to the Alps down south. Have you been there before? How accessible is it by train? Do I need to worry about ticks?

@tobi7777 6 ай бұрын

It’s very good accessible by train in different directions south to the Alpes. No worries with tickets, there is no ticket limit. If you want to avoid big crowds on the weekends, take an early train! Best time for hiking now in fall. You gonna love it

@jessied4210 14 күн бұрын

If you booked through TrainPal, it's a smooth process with guarantees. So attached by their discounts and train cards.

@patrickferdinand1901 2 ай бұрын

Im traveling for munich for a concert, my hotel is 20 min walking from the place of the gig, would you say its safe to walk at night? xd sorry my first solo trip

@Annie__230 Ай бұрын

I’m going solo for a concert too and asked the same thing in a travel group on Facebook, apparently Munich is extreamly safe. If you have already been let me know if you got on.

@malvoyin7613 3 ай бұрын

for MVG tickets, how do you validate them?

@Annie__230 Ай бұрын

Saw this on trip advisor “Train tickets, that is, DB tickets, never have to be validated. However, you have to enter your name(s) on the Bayern Ticket. The ticket has blank lines for that, and you should enter the names before the departure of the train. The reason is to make it impossible to sell a used Bayern Ticket when you have arrived at your final destination and don't need it any more. An MVV single ticket or day ticket doesn't have to be validated either, afak. It is for a specific day. An MVV strip ticket needs to be validated, but I'd advise against buying those as you always seem a have a few strips left by the time you leave Munich, and for your next visit, they will have expired, as they expire when prices are raised.”

@yaowsers77 8 ай бұрын

you underestimate my attention span for watching things about what i should eat in europe 🤣😂🤣😂

@PathfinderHistoryTravel 3 ай бұрын

Good info. Thanks. One constructive suggestion, try to grow beyond uptalk. You will sound more confident and listeners are growing tired of uptalk.

@gigisworld8490 29 күн бұрын

good info..... it would be perfect if you can talk a bit slower.

@lordnat1968 3 ай бұрын

Kaiserschmarrn is typical Austrian!

@mistervacation23 Ай бұрын

Ich bereue den Schlag, den ich erlitten habe, nicht. Ich mag vor meinem Gott, aber nicht vor den Menschen. Ich denke, ich habe es gut gemacht, obwohl ich verlassen bin. Mit dem Fluch Kains auf mir, wenn die Welt mein Herz gekannt hätte, hätte mich dieser einzige Schlag groß gemacht, obwohl ich keine Größe begehrte

@margiebernales1968 13 күн бұрын

you talk too fast lucky there is slow down feature 👍

@bethblake5461 5 ай бұрын

Talked too fast!

@TravelonlineWalk 8 ай бұрын

I think Cologne is better

@MontagZoso 2 ай бұрын

Woah, slow down!

@bluebird66918 4 ай бұрын

Too fast and can't digest the information

@k2990j 6 күн бұрын

Pause button exists

@lidijascepanovic4843 6 ай бұрын

Ruined the video

@ndl1153 Ай бұрын

Why you have to talk too fast?

@Annie__230 Ай бұрын

I didn’t think she talked that fast, but did you know you can slow the video down to 0.75 if that’s easier for you?

@superioradvantage 14 күн бұрын

Love your channel but you speak too fast. This isn’t a race. Would you talk to your friends as fast?Please slow down. Don’t you watch your videos before posting? Check out Nik at Away together he has a very good cadence. I think you have one of the best channels for travel but you need to take your time when describing the trip. If you’re rushed to put out a video you will put out a video and lose subscribers because it is not enjoyable to watch and frankly very stressful. I couldn’t make it to the end. Not good. What don’t you watch your videos, take one of them and film it over in a slower speed?

@pennyyoung3997 3 ай бұрын

Oh my. You talk too fast.

@rocha2333 2 ай бұрын

Good video but too much mixed information. I’m just a tourist and this video seems to be more focused on people staying long term. Just keep it simple