Where to stay and what to do in Munich

May 22, 2015 12:46 PM

I'm in Munich for three days this summer (around the last of week of June) and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for hostels? I'd prefer a social atmosphere but nothing too party-oriented. Also, what are some must-see and must-do things for a short visit to Munich?
posted by armadillo1224 to Travel & Transportation around Munich, Germany (10 answers total)

I stayed at Wombats nearly five years ago, and had no complaints, and it's still highly rated. Right near the train station. They had a good walking tour of the city at the time.
posted by smackfu at 1:14 PM on May 22, 2015 [2 favorites]

The White Rose exhibit in Munich University is a very moving experience.
posted by smugly rowan at 1:17 PM on May 22, 2015 [1 favorite]

I enjoyed walking around the Englischer Garten on a fine June day.
posted by invokeuse at 1:33 PM on May 22, 2015 [1 favorite]

Wombats and the walking tour seconded. Neuschwanstein Castle is a nice day trip.
posted by backwards guitar at 3:06 PM on May 22, 2015 [1 favorite]

I visited Munich several years ago. If were to return for a visit what I would definitely plan on doing is renting a bicycle and riding around the city a bit. They have a very extensive bikelanes and -paths system and it's definitely part of the city vibe.

If you like 20th century art, the Lehnbachhaus is really nice.

The central market is good for an outdoors bazaar-like experience amongst wandering crowds.
posted by bertran at 6:19 PM on May 22, 2015 [1 favorite]

Don't forget to watch the glockenspiel at Munich city hall at some point, right by Marienplatz.
posted by area.man at 6:52 PM on May 22, 2015 [1 favorite]

The Deutsches Museum is insane if you are anyway into technology It has everything from ancient music instruments to a replica coal mine. Pic what you want to see ahead of time as you would need at least three days to see it all. Pretty much a museum of new and old human technology.
posted by boilermonster at 9:28 AM on May 23, 2015 [1 favorite]

I'd you go to the Englischer Garten there is a standing wave at the south end user for surfing, worth a look.
posted by biffa at 1:14 PM on May 23, 2015 [1 favorite]

Seconding the Deutsches Museum. And for the hostel, there's only one choice, really: catch the S7 S-Bahn to Pullach, location of the castle-hostel Burg Schwaneck. Booking info here.
posted by Rash at 8:46 PM on May 23, 2015 [2 favorites]

Don't go to the Tent if you like being able to sleep at night
posted by kinoeye at 8:53 PM on May 23, 2015 [1 favorite]