Most Munich visitors head straight to Marienplatz, where the chimes of the "Glockenspiel" fascinate viewers and listeners of all ages. But the historic center has much more to offer. The Residence, formerly home to dukes and kings with its beautifully maintained court garden, the gothic "Frauen" church and the Viktualien market - Eldorado for foodies- are all within walking distance and definitely worth seeing. Those who brave the 306 steps to reach the observation platform of the "Alte Peter" church, will be rewarded with views of over 100 km on a clear day.

The Bayerischer Hof

A class of its own