Munich Things to Do

One of Munich's best addresses for quality art house film, Lupe 2 shows classic and rare (European) films in the original language. Although popular with film buffs, this small cinema, with seating for just 150, has been on the... more

Munich's largest concert venue, the Olympiahalle, forms part of the unique complex specially created to host the 1972 Olympic Games. Used for performances by international rock and pop superstars as well as spectacular musicals... more

Glockenspiel is now frequented by the young and trendy. Its tasteful interior is not the main reason for it's surge in popularity, it is the rooftop terrace is that makes it special. With a view over Marienplatz from the fifth... more

A popular little pub in Lehel which serves excellent pizzas. The house specialty, focaccia, is Italian yeast bread with lots of olives, served with herb butter, fruit, meat or fish toppings. The place tends to be full with well... more

Opened in 1960, this historic theater managed to survive several other establishments in the vicinity. Since 1976 there have been two halls serving as screening centers, each having 400 and 120 seats respectively. Both are equi... more

In Das Schloss you can view the sophisticated interpretations of old and new plays, in a tent style venue. Located in the busy Schwabing area that is already full with many bars and clubs, a visit to this 'Castle' and then a dr... more

One of the larger clubs in the Kunstpark but one which many locals to be honest try to avoid. The owners try to recreate the atmosphere of the beer tents at the Oktoberfest week in week out, with brass bands, Maß'n (litres of b... more

Many locals are convinced that Zapata is the best Mexican restaurant in Munich. That would be one explanation for the crush. The room is cosy and not overdone. The staff are pleasant and brisk and the music drives rather than a... more

Reopened in 1997, this is the finest of Munich's opera houses and host to ballets, orchestras, operas and operettas from all over the world. Classical in style, it was built in 1901 by Max Littmann. The auditorium is designed l... more

Theater 44, an independent group is one of the last heroes from Munich's famous age of rebellion in arts in the 1960s. They still are going strong and offer a refreshing theater experience. The program consists of works from co... more