Munich
Set in exceptional surroundings at the foot of the Bavarian Alps, Munich immediately charms visitors with its joy of life and cultural wealth. Loved for its numerous monuments, prestigious museums, parks, Munich is a city where a gentle way of life is a reality. The second most visited city in Germany after Berlin, this capital city of Bavaria, has a long history and offers unforgettable visits and walks. After all, isn’t it also called “the secret capital of Germany”?
To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in Munich.
Novotel Muenchen City
2 874
It is the number of the big inflated balloons that give the Allianz Arena of the Bayern FC the look of a big car tyre!
1 200
After all, you might want to count them, otherwise, this is the impressive number of fountains in the Bavarian capital!
300
With more than 300 printing houses, Munich is one of the biggest publishing centres in Germany.
Museums & Exhibitions:
Deutsches Museum – the German Technical Museum
This museum that is dedicated to science offers a journey through time discovering different scientific or technical devices and their uses. Transport, physics, chemistry, music, computer science, robotics… No shortage of ideas there. From the prehistoric stone axe to the high-speed train, from the pocket sun dial to the microscope, it is a real treasure cavern. Do not miss the chute that is in the middle of the hall dealing with mining exploitation. Budding scientists will be able to join interactive activities. Fascinating!
Museumsinsel 1, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 89 2179 1
Open every day from 9 am to 5 pm.
The BMW Welt
A true architectural piece of whimsy, the BMW Welt presents a futuristic design and it is the temple of the German car maker. Numerous exhibitions will allow everybody to learn more about the research and development, design and production of their cars. The new BMW museum, opened in the Spring of 2008, is worth a visit in itself to understand the fantastic history of this legendary name. Beyond its original purpose that is to sell cars, the BMW Welt also has restaurants, a play area for children and concert halls…
Olympiapark 1, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 180 2 118822
Open every day from 9 am to 5 pm.
Bavaria Filmstadt – Bavaria Cinema Studios
A wonderful trip to the world of films and the cinema is what you get at the Bavaria studios, among the biggest in Europe. The whole family can discover the secrets of film-making, visit the stage-sets of such films as Asterix and Obelix, attend impressive shows by stuntmen, see a 3D film in a scenic railway, and many other surprising things. An unforgettable day.
Filmplatz 7, Geiselgasteig – Tel. : (+49) 89 64 99 20 00
Open every day from 9 am to 4 pm (March to October) and from 10 am to 3 pm (November to February).
Zoos, aquariums, parks and gardens :
The English Garden
Located northeast of Munich, this garden is one of the most popular places for locals and visitors. Covering about 400 hectares, it is one of the biggest parks in the world. Designed like an English garden, it is a good place to spend relaxing moments with the family. Note that at the top of the Menopteros hill, the highest point in the park, you get a superb view of Munich and its surroundings!
Marienplatz, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 89 38 66 63 90
Every day and all day.
Tierpark Hellabrunn – Hellabrunn Animal Park
Opened in 1911, this zoo is an opportunity for children and parents to walk across the five continents! Divided into geographical areas, you meet Australian kangaroos and Siberian tigers or white polar bears… In all, there are more than 4,500 animals and close to 460 species that can be admired. More than a traditional zoo, it is a huge natural reserve!
Tierpark 30, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 89 62 50 80
Every day from 8 am to 6 pm ‘April to September) and from 9 am to 5 pm (October to March).
Botanischer Garten – The botanic garden
Munich has one of the largest botanic gardens in Europe. Located in the park of Nymphenburg Palace, a world-famous romantic marvel, each year it welcomes more than 400,000 visitors. Alpine garden, Spring garden, rose garden, the greenhouse and its beautiful orchids… it is a real feast of colours and fragrances with more than 14,000 varieties, with some extremely rare ones.
Nymphenburg Palace, Menzinger 65, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 89 17 86 13 16
Every day from 9 am to 7 pm (May to August) – from 9 am to 4.30 pm (November to January) – 9 am to 5 pm (February, March, October) – from 9 am to 6 pm (April and September).
Kids’voyage’s special treats:
Olympiapark – the Olympic Park
Built for the 1972 Olympic Games, this park must not be missed when you go to Munich. The local inhabitants are also fond of the many family activities offered in this park, It is an ideal place for a picnic in the shade of the 290 m high Olympic tower or to discover the sea life aquariums.
Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 89 30 67 0
Every day
Zirkus Krone – Krone Circus
The biggest and most certainly the most beautiful in the world, it finally found a permanent home in the impressive 5,000 seat arena in Munich. Created in 1905, it is an immense village shared by more than 400 people and 250 animals. Its superb shows will delight young audiences.
Zirkus Krone Strasse 1/6, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 89 545 8000
Every day and all day.
The Toys Museum
A real chance for parents to relive their youth and a magical place for children! Located inside the Clock Tower of the Old Town Hall, this museum which is famous for its clock, has superb collections of old toys and cuddly toys as well as a puppet theatre.
Marienplatz 15, Munich – Tel.: (+49) 89 294 001
Every day from 9 am to 5 pm.
Some good places for a family meal:
Paulaner am Nockherberg
A real institution in Munich! You will enjoy Bavarian specialities in a unique setting.
Marienplatz 15, Munich – Tel. : (+49) 89 45 99 13 0
Every day from 10 pm to 1 am.
Park Café
An original Bavarian tavern with its wide terrace, its bar and its music. A great time for all around some traditional dishes.
Sophienstr. 7, Munich – Tel.: (+49) 89 51 61 79 80
Every day from 10 pm.
Kyklos Tavern
A taste of Greece right in the centre of the city. This Greek restaurant, the oldest in Munich, presents all its great traditions in a warm and very pleasant setting.
Wilderich Lang 10, Munich – Tel.: (+49) 89 16 26 33
Every day from 5 pm.
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels in Munich wish you an excellent stay.