Top Munich Day Trips - page 3

Private tour from Munich to Rothenburg and Harburg

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

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from $446

Enjoy one of Bavaria's most popular attractions, Neuschwanstein Castle, on this day trip from Munich. Avoid the long ticket queues with skip-the-line admission (tickets to be paid separately) and enjoy plenty of free time to explore this fairy tale castle that was the inspiration for Disney's 'Sleeping Beauty' castle. The train tickets for the round-trip journey from Munich to Füssen are included making this a hassle-free experience.

Small Group Express Tour to Neuschwasntein Castle from Munich

Small Group Express Tour to Neuschwasntein Castle from Munich

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(30)

from $177

This early start, small-group half-day tour offers a deeper and more contextual visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. With an early start from Munich, you arrive ahead of larger crowds for a calmer and more focused experience. Led exclusively by guides certified directly by the memorial, you explore key areas of the former camp through accurate historical explanation, personal stories, and space for reflection. After the memorial visit, the tour continues into Dachau’s historic old town—an important but often overlooked part of understanding the site’s wider context. Here, you learn about the town’s medieval roots, artistic heritage, and how the community has confronted its past since 1945. A relaxed lunch break in a local restaurant offers time to decompress and reflect before returning to Munich. Designed for travelers seeking a respectful and thoughtful experience, this tour provides a more complete understanding of Dachau as both a memorial and a living town.

Early Start Small Group: Dachau Memorial Site + Town Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Tour to Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich

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from $58

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Combine city sightseeing with a scenic stroll in the park on this 2-hour walking tour of Munich. Admire landmarks like the Frauenkirche cathedral, the Glockenspiel and the City Palace; hear stories of the Third Reich in Munich as you walk through Odeonsplatz; and browse the stalls of the lively Viktualien market. After taking a peek at the legendary Hofbräuhaus beer hall, head to the tranquil English Garden, one of Europe’s largest urban parks, to watch the surfers along the Eisbach river.

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from $86

Munich Old Town Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Take a private tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the first Nazi concentration camp, on a half-day trip from Munich. Led by an officially certified English-speaking private guide, the tour covers sites like the camp’s original administration headquarters, roll-call square, reconstructed barracks, the ‘Arbeit macht frei’ gateway, religious memorials, and the crematoriums. You will not only learn about the history of the camp, but also how the victims from over 30 different countries are remembered today. You'll hear stories about Dachau’s former prisoners and have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about the aspects of Dachau that interest you most. The guide will meet you at your centrally located Munich hotel or at the Munich train station (Hauptbahnhof) and you will proceed together by train to Dachau. All transport costs are covered in the tour price. Please note: children age 13 and under are not allowed by the memorial site to participate in tours of Dachau.

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from $26

The "Arbeit Mach Frei" ("work will set you free") gate.

Dachau Private Tour with Licensed Guide by Train from Munich

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $262

Private Transfer from Munich to Salzburg with 2 hours for sightseeing

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

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from $303

Soak up the holiday spirit on a half-day tour of Munich's Christmas markets. With more than 20 holiday markets across the city, follow a guide through Munich's Old Town to explore the city's festive offerings, including Christkindlmarkt in Marienplatz. Shop for handmade Bavarian gifts, sip on included "glühwein" (mulled wine), and try Lebkuchen, the gingerbread cookie that has been a local Christmas staple since the 14th century, along with many other local snacks.

Christmas Markets Food Tour in Munich

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

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from $65

Naked in Bavaria - An evening at the Sauna

Sauna in Europe is a cultural experience most Americans are simply not accustomed to so let us teach you the etiquette and nuances associated with Europe's best kept secret. Our day tour includes towels, salt scrubs, orientation tour, and more. Upon arriving at the Krystal Therme your guide will walk you through the spa showing you each secluded resting area, sauna, and whirlpool while explaining Aufguss and the methods of relaxation associated with it. The entire goal of the experience being to remove the stress of travel and creating a comforting and safe experience.

Naked in Bavaria - An evening at the Sauna

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Bavaria's fairy-tale landscapes on a private day tour from Munich, with all the details handled for you. Enjoy hassle-free hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle, skip-the-line entry to Neuschwanstein castle, a horse-drawn carriage ride, and a visit to the peaceful Ettal Monastery. Discover hidden villages you'd likely miss on your own, take in sweeping countryside views, and learn about local history along the way.

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from $248

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Private tour to Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Get to know the best of Munich on this guided bike tour. Learn the history of this popular city, along with fascinating stories and facts, while riding around its wide open parks, elegant plazas, meandering riverbanks and winding, medieval alleyways. This tour includes stops at gathering spots like Marienplatz, Königsplatz, the Odeonsplatz and much more. Ride through Englischer Garten, Europe’s largest city park and stop at the Chinese Tower beer garden for a beverage.

Explore the cultural highlights of Munich by bike.

Munich Small-Group Bike Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $53

Gain a deeper understanding of the Holocaust than you might pass over if visiting the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial solo on this private tour. Be picked up from your hotel or meet your guide at Munich Central Station, then travel by train to the former camp. Listen to stories from individual survivors as you learn about the camp's history, and ask as many questions as you like along the way.

Private Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $258

Munich: Private Neuschwanstein, Linderhof Alpine Tour via Austria

9 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $770

FC Bayern Munich Allianz Arena Tour and Panoramic Munich Tour

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Munich City Tour including Allianz Arena

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

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from $58

Salzburg Semi-Private Guided Day Tour from Munich with Lunch

Swap Munich for a full-day semi-private tour to Mozart’s birthplace and the filming location of “The Sound of Music”—Salzburg, Austria. Instead of encountering traffic, relax on a scenic train trip showcasing alpine landscapes. In Salzburg, a guide helps you explore highlights including Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral, and Fortress Hohensalzburg. Enjoy lunch at an authentic 17th century Austrian restaurant off the beaten path.

Salzburg Semi-Private Guided Day Tour from Munich with Lunch

12 hoursFree Cancellation

*****2024 SALZBURG CHRISTMAS MARKETS: FROM 21 NOVEMBER***** Who doesn’t love the ROMANTIC FLAIR of Christmas markets? This exclusive excursion to the most beautiful Salzburg Christmas markets will enchant you. Especially in the Advent season, both the narrow streets and the magnificent baroque squares at the Residenz, the Cathedral and the Festival Houses unfold their special charm. Not only Christmas will inspire you, but also the expert explanations of your guide about the many Salzburg sights - including the SOUND OF MUSIC filming locations - such as Hellbrunn Palace, where not only the famous 'Gazebo', but also the most festive Christmas market on the Austrian side is located. All these wonderful impressions reach their climax after crossing the border in our new comfortable VW Business van in BERCHTESGADEN. Even at this indescribably atmospheric Christmas market (open from 26 Nov) you are in the best hands of your Christmal-loving professional guide Stefan - there is no better way to get in the mood for the holidays! Photo Credit under "Additional Info"

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from $339

Christmas Markets : Salzburg and Berchtesgaden Tour from Munich

Christmas Markets : Salzburg and Berchtesgaden Tour from Munich

9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $764

Dachau was the first Nazi-established concentration camp in Germany, and its dark name lingers on in world history. On this private tour, you’ll take a comfortable ride to the well-preserved camp, walking back into the still-visible past. Your personal guide will take you through the prisoner’s quarters, the disinfection barracks, the crematorium, and more, deepening your understanding of this tragic time in history—an experience you’ll likely never forget.

Munich to Dachau Concentration Camp Private Tour by Car

Munich to Dachau Concentration Camp Private Tour by Car

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $562

Uncover the Magic of Munich with Your Personal Audio Guide Tired of feeling touristy — but still want to experience Munich? With 100 captivating audio stories straight to your phone, this self-guided audio tour is your key to discovering Munich’s most iconic landmarks such as Frauenkirche and Siegestor, as well as hidden gems. Pop by the bustling Hofbräuhaus and the lively Viktualienmarkt while this flexible walking tour lets you explore at your own pace — no groups, no schedules. Get a personal guide in your pocket at a fraction of traditional tour prices: ✅ No app download — works directly from your browser ✅ Start anytime, anywhere ✅ Explore top sights & hidden gems ✅ Enjoy full flexibility with pause and resume features ✅ Vivid storytelling with soundscapes and voice narration ✅ Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families After booking, just submit the last 5 digits of your phone number in the “promo code” field at App.trales.io to activate your access.

Self-Guided Tours In Munich With 100 Captivating Audio Stories

Self-Guided Tours In Munich With 100 Captivating Audio Stories

Private Andechs Monastery Brewery Hike from Munich

5 to 8 hours

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from $279

Swap Munich for a visit to the beautiful Austrian city of Salzburg. No need to worry about doing any planning—a full itinerary is organized for you, so you can tick off a mixture of historical sights, filming locations from “The Sound of Music”, and places linked to Mozart. As well as private luxurious car transfers, enjoy a walking tour to explore Old Town sights such as Salzburg Cathedral and Mozartplatz.

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Private Sound-of-Music and Historic Salzburg Tour from Munich

Private Sound-of-Music and Historic Salzburg Tour from Munich

9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $838

Escape to the islands of Herreninsel and Fraueninsel in the Chiemsee, Bavaria’s largest lake, on this full-day rail trip from Munich. Enjoy a guided tour of the stunning Herrenchiemsee Palace, modeled after the Palace of Versailles and one of King Ludwig II’s homes on Herreninsel Island. Then explore the historic Fraueninsel Island, whose origins date back 1,300 years, at leisure. Round-trip train ticket included. Castle admission and boat rides additional.

Herrenchiemsee Palace and Fraueninsel Rail Trip from Munich

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Embark on a private day trip from Munich to explore the medieval charm of Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Harburg. Rothenburg, nestled along Bavaria’s Romantic Road, enchants with its cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and well-preserved medieval walls. Highlights include the striking Town Hall, the 13th-century St. Jacob’s Church, and the iconic Plönlein corner. In Harburg, discover the impressive Harburg Castle, an 11th-century fortress steeped in regional history. Its defensive walls, central keep, and panoramic views reflect its strategic importance. Harburg’s castle and town offer a glimpse into Bavaria’s medieval past, with tales of knights, royalty, and shifting power.

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from $80

Munich to Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber and Harburg Private Day Trip

Munich to Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber and Harburg Private Day Trip

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(5)

from $1,023

Per group

Private Day Trip: Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle, Local driver

Get up close and personal with one of Europe’s most famous castles—and make getting there seamless—on this private day trip from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle in the Bavarian Alps. A round-trip transfer service, with pickup directly from your hotel, is included for your convenience. Upon arrival at Neuschwanstein, spend half an hour exploring the castle at your own pace (admission tickets own expense) before returning to Munich.

Private Day Trip: Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle, Local driver

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(4)

from $440

Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Exclusive Skip-the-Crowds Tour

9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $819

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich by Train

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Edra_H, Aug 2026

A must for any traveler

Powerful, moving, life changing experience. Everyone visiting Munich should make time to visit this memorial with the benefit of the personal guide. Our guide Sam was over and above anything we anticipated. He was exceptionally learned of the location and the history surrounding it. There would have been no way we would have experience this memorial fully without him. Highly recommend

Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich

Kalisa_K, Aug 2026

Excellent Day Trip!!

This was a wonderful day trip. Full of beautiful and historic sights. The gardens, palace and castle did not disappoint. Sabine was a great host who made the day fun giving us great comments throughout the drive. She was a very helpful guide with so many great suggestions. This trip is a must if you have the time!!

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour with Train from Munich

Darrin_R, Aug 2026

We missed the first...

We missed the first attempt to take this tour as it was impossible for us to find the meeting place. The instruction was to go to tourist information in the Marienplatz and there would be a guide with a yellow sign with A3 and “Dachau”. There is nothing named “tourist information” and there was no yellow sign with A3 or Dachau. When I called VIATOR, knowing that we missed the tour telling her we couldn’t find where to meet, she clarified that the A3 is the “size” of the yellow sign. Also it isn’t “tourist information” it is “Munchen information”. They allowed us to go on another day (luckily we could change our plans and do it on another day). When we arrived on the other day our guide had no sign, just a yellow nametag on a lanyard around her neck. She was the last to arrive and there was hardly a greeting before we took off at a super fast pace to the subway, then train and then bus to get there. If there had been elders or handicapped in our group, they would have been in trouble. Despite all of that, Patricia was an excellent guide! She really cared about what she was educating us on and very respectful. She was easy to understand and made our group the top priority when getting to see exhibits and such. This is a very heavy subject and we were prepared for a sad day. We were glad it was a fast paced tour as it was not a place to linger.

Berchtesgaden and Eagle's Nest Day Trip from Munich

William_S, Aug 2026

Alpin History

Even on a rainy day (as ours was) it is still worth the trip. If you are a history buff there is quite a lot to learn. The view when the clouds cleared was incredible. And the bunkers were eerily fascinating. It gave us all chills and reminded us of how the world should never let this happen again in any country. It is a great reminder of what the Spanish American philosopher George Santayana said in his book "The Life of Reason", 1905 : "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it."

VIP Daytrip Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Grotto from Munich

Matt_Y, Aug 2026

Highly recommended

It really is a luxury tour - first all, the coach is posh - three spacious seats each row (2 + 1) layout), with a coffee/bar station in the middle and a lounge area in the rear! Because each group is relatively small, our guide (Elof - THE BEST) got to chat with each group/individual and ensure each’s preferences/priorities are accommodated. Elof is warm, funny, knowledgeable and gave us many useful tips. Highly recommended!!!

Salzburg Sightseeing Day Trip from Munich by Rail

Kali_T, Aug 2026

Charming Salzburg

What an amazing day, Catherine is an exceptional guide. Our day involved train and bus travel and everything went perfectly. Salzburg is absolutely beautiful, I would not miss this tour it was worth every moment. So much to see and do and so much atmosphere to soak in. What a charming little town. Thanks for a wonderful day Catherine

Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich

Darrin_R, Aug 2026

Is it the Castle, period.

Dan was good, his history was a bit all over the place, but you got the gist. We did not know that there was a whole little village of shops and restaurants at the bottom of the mountain. We also did not know where to go once we got off the bus at the top. Prior knowledge to that would have been nice. We did figure it out on our own. The wait for the bus was ridiculous, and I thought we paid for front of the line tour. However, the castle is breathtaking and I highly recommend spending the money to go inside. We went to The Residence in Munich the day before and the Neuschwanstein castle tour guide was 100% better. I recommend visiting the castle period, whichever tour company you prefer.

Premium Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof VIP Tour from Munich

Krista_G, Aug 2026

Loved the Premier experience

I loved this small group Premier experience on a spacious luxury bus! Lots of legroom for everyone and single seats on one side for solo travelers like me. Deyse, our guide was great, as was our driver, Andreas! Our group of 27 was always pleasant and showed up on time as we put in our 14,000 steps to see Neuschwannstein castle, Oberammergau and Linderhof Palace. I also enjoyed the patio seating in one of the village restaurants for lunch and a cold beer after coming down the hill from the castle. Great experience overall.

Munich Classic Bike Tour @ 11.30am with Surfers & beergarden stop

Denise_F, Jul 2026

Well worth it!

Definitely get to see and cover more on a bike tour. Great intro. to Munich. Mike's friendly, professional staff are amazing. I got totally lost and was very late. So grateful to the office lady who kindly turned my diaster into a very positive experience. She organised a staff member to lead me to the tour that was already underway. Bob, tour leader, was welcoming & very infomative regarding Munich's past/present history. We were quite a large group, Bob taught bike lane protocol, crossing safety & guided us well along bike lanes & streets. Glad to have been able to do this excursion with Mikes Bike tours. Well worth doing!

Munich Old Town Walking Tour

Kimberly_D, Jun 2026

Amazing guide for an amazing city

Our guide, Leon, was a wonderful navigator and was also very knowledgeable regarding his beautiful city. We were only in the city for a few days and we finished our tour with a recommended list of places to eat and places to explore. I couldn’t recommend this activity enough, especially if you’re a history geek or just want to touch the surface of what Munich has to offer!