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Discover Munich's hidden gems on this exclusive tour through the Old Town. With your guide you will be shown the overlooked parts of the city. Some away from the main sights and the hustle and bustle of the tourists and others so well hidden in plain sight that even locals aren’t aware of them.
On your tour you will explore the charming laid-back atmosphere of the Hackenviertel, the least touristy part of the old town. You'll also see surviving sections of the medieval city wall, offering a glimpse into the city's ancient past, and visit tucked-away art galleries showcasing contemporary works. We will also look at sites linked to the famous literary figures of Heinrich Heine and Thomas Mann plus pay homage at memorials dedicated to overlooked World War II victims. The tour also includes the best-kept secrets of Viktualienmarkt. Finally, we finish at the café that inspired Munich's most famous cake, a perfect spot to reflect on your journey and indulge in local favourites delicacies.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your tour guide will meet you at the Karlstor gate on Karlsplatz. I will be standing under the main arch holding a sign with your name on it and wearing a hat
Itinerary
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1
We begin at the Karlstor gate of the city where you can see Memorials to four local legends.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We turn down Damenstiftstraße to enter into the heart of the Hackenviertal. Filled with indepentdant shops and little tourism this is the only place left in the old town that still feels local,
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
On this street is one of the best preserved of the town houses of the old Bavarian nobility, once also the home of the famous poet Heinrich Heine. There is also one of the oldest houses in the city here plus the MUCA. The newest art gallery in Munich, deadicated to comtemporary street art. A part of the gallery was an above ground WW2 bunker
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
On our way here we will pass by a memorial to victims of the holocaust before we turn to the fragements of the Seigstor. Damaged in the war they were never added back to the restored momument and are here as a memorial to the desertuction of Munich in World War 2.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Viktualienmarkt
Here you will see the most overlooked parts of the market
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Isartor
At the medieval gate you can see some of the remains of the old wall that once protected the city.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
This is one of the oldest houses in Munich and home to one of the infamous student fraternities whose history goes back to 1897.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
On this crossroads we can see one of Freddie Mercury's favorite bars but also a hotel where an international con man narrowly escaped being brought to justice plus the only working miller in Munich's old town and its shop and bakery
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
This is the best preseved medieval courtyards left in the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Residenz Munchen
Hidden in the Residenz Palace is a free art gallery that few people know exists.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
In this Rocco masterpeice you can see the restored staircase and learn about the old bavarian nobility.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
A memorial to the birth of the world famous Bayern Munich FC.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13
Finally we end in the birthplace of Munich's Prinzregententorte. The only cake that orginates in the city where you can enjoy a well earned coffee and a slice of cake in this traditional cafe.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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