When it comes to art, culture, fashion, shopping, recreation and sightseeing, Munich is the most attractive city in Germany. The English Garden, the Botanical Gardens and the Olympic Park attract thousands of visitors every day.
Other important historical sites like the "Residenz" and Nymphenburg Castle are located in the middle of town.

Munich also tops the list in international comparisons. It offers its guests an atmosphere characterized by a unique combination of tolerance, joie de vivre and vitality - factors that create a great deal of synergy for any exhibition.

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For two weeks out of every year, it is the dream destination for visitors from around the world: the Munich Oktoberfest.

The Oktoberfest traditionally begins with the Parade of Oktoberfest Landlords and Breweries. Then the Lord Mayor of Munich taps the first keg of beer, officially opening the Oktoberfest with the words "O-zapft is". Additional information about the Oktoberfest is available at the official website of the City of Munich.

The collections in Munich's museums and galleries are among the most impressive in the world. Guests can visit, study or simply enjoy exhibits in a total of 45 museums and collections covering everything from history, natural science and technology to the entire spectrum of European art and culture.

Not to mention Munich's selection of theaters, which are some of the most famous in Germany, and its many orchestras, cinemas and public libraries.

• April: Frühlingsfest auf der Theresienwiese
• April: Auerdult 
• June/July: Tollwood-Festival
• July: Feierwerk-Festival
• July: Bell’Arte Musikalischer Sommer im Brunnenhof der Residenz
• August: Sommerfest im Olympiapark
• September/October: Oktoberfest auf der Theresienwiese („Wies’n“)
• November/December: Winter-Tollwood
• December: Christkindlmarkt

Whether you prefer a pleasant time shopping in the friendly city or experiencing the culinary delights of the city's more than 5,000 restaurants and cozy beer gardens, attending trade fairs and exhibitions in Munich is always an exceptionally enjoyable experience.

Spoil yourself: Munich's culinary scene includes everything imaginable. For a selection of recommended restaurants, please refer to the MMI Restaurant Guide.

The fabulous city of Munich lies in fabulous surroundings, famous for snow-clad
mountains, crystal-clear lakes and fairytale palaces. The delightful countryside offers ideal conditions for sports and leisure activities of all kinds. But the city has a great deal of recreational value, too. More than 4,500 hectares of recreational areas, including the English Garden, the world's largest stretch of parkland in a city center, are extremely popular.

• Official portal of the City of Munich
• Munich city map
• Munich weather
• Munich beer gardens
• Munich cinemas
• Olympic Park
• MMI Restaurant Guide
• "Münchner" city magazine
• "Prinz" city magazine
• Excursions and sightseeing tours