Munich Tour Options

Choosing the Munich Tour Option that is included in our 3-, 4-, and 5-night Oktoberfest packages allows you to personalize your experience beyond the festival tents and discover the character of Munich itself. Each option is thoughtfully curated to balance history, culture, and pacing, giving you the flexibility to explore the city in a way that best matches your interests and energy level. Whether you’re looking for an easy city overview, deeper historical context, or a reflective experience, these included tours are designed to enhance your overall Oktoberfest stay while making the most of your time in Munich.

Munich Bike Tour

Munich is a city built around bike travel, so exploring it via bicycle is a time honored tradition. Over three hours, explore some of the highlights of the city including the English Gardens.

If you can ride a bike, you can participate, as the tour is very low impact.

Common Stops:

Tour Length: 3 Hours

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial

A day trip to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site offers a powerful opportunity to reflect on one of the darkest chapters in modern history. Located just outside Munich, Dachau was the first concentration camp established by the German regime of the era and served as a model for those that followed.

Guided visits are especially impactful, emphasizing remembrance, education, and historical responsibility.

Tour Length: 5 Hours

Old Town Walking Tour

A Munich walking tour through the city’s historic Old Town offers an engaging way to experience the heart of Munich. Strolling through the Altstadt with a knowledgeable guide brings the city’s history to life, from iconic squares like Marienplatz to centuries-old churches, markets, and landmarks that define Munich’s character.

The relaxed pace encourages questions, photo stops, and time to explore hidden corners you might otherwise miss. Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, a guided Old Town walk is an ideal way to get oriented, connect with Munich’s rich past, and gain a deeper appreciation for daily life in the city today.

Tour Length: 2 Hours

Third Reich Walking Tour

A Third Reich focused walking tour offers an important and educational way to understand a complex period of history within the context of Munich. Led by knowledgeable guides, the tour explores key locations tied to the era, explaining how ideology, power, and propaganda shaped the city and influenced events that followed.

The walking format encourages reflection and thoughtful discussion as guests move between sites at a measured pace. Guides provide insight into the lasting impact of this period and how Munich has worked to confront and memorialize its past.

Tour Length: 2 Hours

Hop On / Hop Off Bus

The Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Munich is an easy and flexible way to explore the highlights of Munich, especially for first-time visitors or those short on time. The route connects many of the city’s most well-known landmarks, offering panoramic views and informative onboard commentary as you travel through the Bavarian capital.

The hop-on, hop-off format allows you to explore at your own pace—step off to visit a museum or historic square, then rejoin the tour when it suits you. With frequent departures and centrally located stops, the Hop On / Hop Off bus provides a convenient, stress-free way to experience Munich.

Tour Length: On Your Own

All Day Tour Options

Neuschwanstein Castle Tour

Nestled in the Bavarian Alps (about two hours outside of Munich), the Neuschwanstein Castle is an iconic fairytale fortress that has inspired countless stories and even Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Built by King Ludwig II, the Castle combines stunning architecture with sweeping mountain views.

Please note that this tour includes some unavoidable inclines and stairs that are challenging for some guests.

Tour Length: 9 Hours