{"id":2389,"date":"2018-05-10T09:00:10","date_gmt":"2018-05-10T08:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.aerlingus.com\/?p=2389"},"modified":"2024-10-18T09:26:19","modified_gmt":"2024-10-18T09:26:19","slug":"9-brilliant-reasons-to-visit-munich","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aerlingus.com\/hub\/9-brilliant-reasons-to-visit-munich\/","title":{"rendered":"9 brilliant reasons to visit Munich"},"content":{"rendered":"
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With its cosmopolitan city life, Alpine tradition, laid-back cafe culture and world-famous beer halls, Munich encapsulates the best of Bavaria.<\/h3>\n

The compact city centre is easy to navigate and perfect for short breaks. Take a stroll and catch a glimpse of Munich\u2019s royal heritage, as well as world-class galleries and museums.<\/p>\n

When you want to get somewhere fast, this city\u2019s public transport system<\/a> delivers. Its population of 1.5 million is well served by a well-connected network of U-Bahn, S-Bahn, bus and tram lines. Meanwhile, die-hard cyclists can rent a bike<\/a> to sightsee on wheels.<\/p>\n

1. Footprints of the past<\/h4>\n

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Get a snapshot of Munich\u2019s rich history at Marienplatz, the main square in the city for over 800 years. One look at the varied architecture demonstrates just how ancient this city is.<\/p>\n

History in motion:<\/strong> See the New City Hall\u2019s Glockenspiel come to life at 11am, 12pm or 5pm. With the help of 43 bells and 32 life-sized figurines, it re-enacts two 16th century stories.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

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2. Run away with the circus<\/h4>\n

Looking for a show-stopping experience? Head to Schuhbecks Teatro<\/a>. Enjoy a top-class meal and watch a cabaret-cum-circus unfold before your eyes on a 360-degree stage. With silk-draped walls and Swarovski chandeliers overhead, this is an opulent treat.<\/p>\n

Smart tip: <\/strong>Save up to \u20ac30 on your ticket when you book on a Sunday, Monday or Tuesday.<\/p>\n

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3. Breath of fresh air<\/h4>\n

Munich is a lush city in its own right, but real Alpine paradise is just an hour or two out of the metropolis. Explore picturesque Bavarian villages, incredible sights and a more relaxed pace of life outside the city.<\/p>\n

Sky high: <\/strong>Soak in jaw-dropping views when you hop in a cable car and climb Zugspitze<\/a>, the highest mountain in the country.<\/p>\n

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Ehrwald village, Zugspitze in the Bavarian Alps<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

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4. Happy birthday Munich<\/h4>\n

Balloons at the ready \u2013 Munich is turning 860 years old this year. So if you\u2019re visiting during the 16 and 17 June, start celebrating Stadtgr\u00fcndungsfest. Enjoy the festive spirit at this massive family-friendly street party.<\/p>\n

Birthday treat: <\/strong>What\u2019s a party without cake? Celebrate Munich\u2019s milestone birthday with one of the best strudels in the city from Caf\u00e9 Luitpold<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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