Munich blends Bavarian tradition, world-class museums and beer gardens with Neuschwanstein Castle, the Alps and Oktoberfest nearby. Summer and December Christmas markets are popular.
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Best: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
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How long to stay
3–5 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 8.5h from the US East Coast, 1.5h from Europe, 9h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Book Neuschwanstein tickets online; days sell out.
- Oktoberfest runs mid-September to early October; hotels triple in price.
- Beer gardens allow you to bring your own food.
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