Munich Apartments and Holiday Homes for Bavarian Holidays

Capital of Bavaria and home to the world-famous Oktoberfest, you’ll have no trouble finding a beer garden in Munich, as well as a friendly, welcoming ambience that would make anybody feel at home. But Munich is far more than beer and Lederhosen. Although it is famed for its pedestrian delights, Munich is also internationally recognized for its high culture. The city is home to countless tourist attractions for those who love everything from architecture to outdoor play, and from visual art to grand performances. The buildings of Munich will satisfy any architecture fan, and within those walls you'll find some truly great holiday apartments.

The museums in Munich are among Germany’s best. The Alte Pinakothek is an impressive block-shaped, castle sized fortress of a building filled with hundreds of centuries works from the greats, including Rubens, Bosch and el Greco. Next door, the Neue Pinakothek houses works from the more recent centuries. Along with the big names like Van Gogh and Cezanne, this collection does a fine job of representing German modern artists, although if you’re dying to see feel yourself entranced by the shimmering ambiguity of a Gerard Richter painting, then up the street at Pinakothek der Moderne is where you’ll find him alongside household names such as Dali and Picasso.

Return to your holiday apartment for a short nap and to rest your feet, because you'll need your strength for going out on the town later. Nightlife in Munich is a tantalizing affair for culture vultures. Obviously, the Bayerische Staatsoper Opera House, smack dab in the center of it all, is where the finest ballet and opera are featured. But before getting all excited, be forewarned that shows can sell out months in advance. Planning your trip to music involves more than airline tickets and Munich holiday apartment reservations – it’s making sure tickets for two will be ready for you at Will Call – even two years from now! Whether or not the opera house works out, the English Garden is to die for. Its Asian pagoda and teahouse as well as a Greek temple provide good Zen-like vibes. As it’s also a place of outdoor performances ranging from ballet to soccer and traditional Bavarian dancing, the Munich English Garden is a popular favorite among locals and visitors alike.

Like many European cities, much of Munich can be reached on foot – and is actually enjoyed best that way. Therefore, it’s highly recommended that you book a hotel or apartment rental in the center of town, ideally near the impressive concrete Max-Joseph-Platz, surrounded by cafés, restaurants, bars and fun places for good eating and fine dining. If you prefer things quieter, though the towns around Munich and the Munich holiday homes there are conveniently reached by subway train connections.