Munich Traveler Essentials
- Safety rating
- 8.6/10
- Best time to visit
- May to September brings warm beer-garden weather, while late September's Oktoberfest is the iconic time to visit.
- Population
- 1.5M
Overview
Bavaria's prosperous capital blends grand royal palaces, beer-hall traditions, and world-class museums with easy access to the Alps. Home to the legendary Oktoberfest, leafy English Garden, and a polished, affluent lifestyle, Munich is one of Germany's most beloved cities.
Getting around
An excellent U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram, and bus network covers the city, and the center is very walkable.
Local etiquette
Maintain eye contact when toasting 'Prost,' wait for the pedestrian green even on empty streets, and tip by rounding up.
Safety
Munich is one of Germany's safest cities, though pickpockets work crowded beer halls and Oktoberfest. Keep belongings secure in festival crowds.