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Schellingstrasse / Hohenzollernstrasse

For more different wares, you should go to Schwabing which was the former bohemian quarter. Schellingstrasse and Hohenzollernstrasse are the locations for many uncommon galleries and trendy boutiques. A shopping-paradise par excellence begins just behind the University and lovers of literature especially, will feel at home in the antiquarian shops round Schellingstrasse.

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Schellingstrasse / Hohenzollernstrasse

For more different wares, you should go to Schwabing which was the former bohemian quarter. Schellingstrasse and Hohenzollernstrasse are the locations for many uncommon galleries and trendy boutiques. A shopping-paradise par excellence begins just behind the University and lovers of literature especially, will feel at home in the antiquarian shops round Schellingstrasse.

Viktualienmarkt The Viktualienmarkt is a busy open air food market at the end of the pedestrian zone at Marienplatz. It was established in 1807 and is one of the city's major attractions.

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Timings: Monday to Friday 10.00 - 18.00 Saturday 10.00 - 15.00

Elisabethmarkt This is a market in Schwabing similar to the Viktualienmarkt. Here shoppers can find wine, meats, cheese, herbs, bread, fish, fruit, vegetables, flowers and organic products.

Timings: Monday to Friday 10.00 - 18.00 Saturday 10.00 - 15.00

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Maximilianstrasse / Theatinerstrasse

Market

Exclusive and elite boutiques can be found around Maximilianstrasse and Theatinerstrasse. In Maximilianstrasse you will discover numerous fashionable boutiques and fashion houses. You will also find here all the exclusive brands such as Louis Vuitton, Armani, Gucci and YSL amongst many more.

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Rene Lezard

Market

This is a stylish fashion house located on the most expensive shopping street of Munich, the Maxmillianstrasse. Here you can find all kinds of clothes ranging from sweaters and jackets to bags, shoes and colognes. They carry both men and women's range.

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Prada

Modest dress

This is a well-known international brand for women's clothes and accessories. The clothes and handbags are the biggest draw at this expensive store.

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Karstadt

Modest dress

Karstadt is another upscale department store carrying wares ranging from clothes and accessories to Bavarian arts and crafts. There are ten stores all over Munich, the biggest of which is at the start of the Kaufingerstrasse shopping mall.

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Kaufingerstrasse / Neuhauserstrasse

Market

In the historic city center, you will find an extensive pedestrian-only shopping area. Kaufingerstrasse and Neuhauserstrasse, the principal shopping streets, extend from the Hauptbahnhof to Marienplatz and then continuing north to Odeonsplatz. Both these streets are lined with large department stores and international chains, such as Zara, H&M, Mango, C&A, New Yorker, and various others.

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C & A

For a more reasonably priced alternative, the C&A department store in Marienplatz's walk zone, carries every item of clothing you may require.

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Italian Stock House

This is the store to come to get quality buys at more affordable prices. They have branded items from Chanel and Gucci amongst others but you have to help yourself in finding the quality buys.

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Kunst-Oase

Market

This is an interesting shop located in Schwabing. They have many out of the ordinary items such as old street-signs, ornamental mirrors and sideboards.

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Max Krug

This is the most famous store in Munich dating back to 1925, located at Marienplatz. It sells Bavarian memorabilia and all types of souvenirs. From cuckoo clocks to music boxes to beer tankards, it can all be found here.

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Sebastian Wesely

Market

You can go to Sebastian Wesely for a number of different items. The shopping available here includes beer-related equipment and schnapps glasses, walking sticks, scarves and napkins with the famous Bavarian blue-and-white lozenges. This is also located in the city center.

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Palace of Nymphenburg

Palace

This was the Wittlesbachs summer residence. Elector Ferdinand Maria commissioned the building of the Palace in 1664. Its center is a small Italianate palace which the Electress Adelaide dedicated to the goddess Flora and her nymphs – which is where the palace’s name comes from.

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Marstallmuseum

Museum

This museum is loacted to the south of the palace buildings and has state coaches, sleighs and riding equipment used by the Bavarian rulers on display. The coaches with their fine upholestry, sculpture, gilt ornamentation and paintings are real works of art. Among the main highlights are the magnificent vehicles that belonged to King Ludwig II.

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Royal Gardens/ Amalienburg/Badenburg/Pagodenburg

Garden

The Palace Park covers an area of about 180 hectares. It was originally a Baroque garden which was transformed in the early 1800’s into a landscape garden. There are extensive grounds with lakes, streams and the famous pavillions, Amalienburg (a roccoco hunting lodge), Pagodenburg (which was used for the most exclusive parties thrown by the court), Badenburg (a small bathing palace) and Magdalenenklause (a place for religious retreat).

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Bavaria Film Studio

Theatre

This film studio is Europe's largest film making center. Production began here in 1920. Directors such as Fassbinder, Wim Wenders, Herzog and Stanley Kubrickhave worked here. Tours take you through the sets of famous films such as Das Boot and The Neverending Story. There is also a live stunt show, as well as a 4-D film viewing that can be taken in during the visit.

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City Center (Marienplatz/Karlsplatz/ Odeonsplatz/Konigsplatz)

road

Marienplatz is the very heart of Munich and is always full of crowds who are being entertained by street performers and musicians. This square is dedicated to the patron of the city, whose golden statue stands on top of a huge column (the Mariensaule) in the center of the square. The city's most beautiful square, Odeonsplatz is located to the north. Travelling west from Odeonsplatz you will come to the wide shopping avenue, Briennerstrasse. This avenue will lead you to Konigsplatz, which is a large Grecian square. Located around this square are three classical buildings constructed by Ludwig I, namely, the Propylaen, the Glyptothek, and the Antikensammlungen.

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Neues Rathaus( New City Hall with famous chimes)

Building

The New City Hall is a huge 19th century neo-Gothic building where every day at 1100 and 1200 hours, the glockenspiel on the frontage plays out a complex presentation which includes a miniature tournament, with copper figures moving in and out of the archways.

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Altes Rathaus (Old City Hall) with Spielzeugmuseum

Museum

To the right of the New City Hall is the Old City Hall, which has been rebuilt after being destroyed in the war. It is built in the 15 th century style and now houses a vast toy collection in the Toy Museum.

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Frauenkirche- Cathedral Church of our Lady

Churches

This church is one of the landmarks of Munich. It has a late Gothic nave from the 15th century and its interior is decorated with works of art spanning over five centuries.

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Hofbrauhaus (Beer Hall)

This is Munich's largest and most famous drinking hall. It covers three floors, with the typically Bavarian banquet hall décor, with long wooden tables and low chandeliers. Vaulted ceilings create a unique atmosphere. During the summer guests can sit outside in

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Boettner's

Boettner's offers a fare that uses ingredients of the highest quality like lobster and fresh white truffles. Located in a Renaissance building in the center of Munich, the restaurant has a menu that features rich old Bavarian favorite dishes for those who want to treat themselves.

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Schuhbecks Südtiroler Stuben

This is a luxurious restaurant ranked at the top of all those in Bavaria. A culinary celebrity chef, Alfons Schuhbeck combines Eastern and Western cuisine in his delicious offerings. He uses California for his inspiration. The menu is always changing based on the best produce in any given season.

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Acuarello

This is a great Italian restaurant. Classical music sets the stage for a romantic evening. The cuisine is vibrant and modern and never depends on the clichés of the Italian cuisine.

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Tantris

This restaurant serves Munich's most sophisticated cuisine. The food is artistically served and is appetizing. One of the top German chefs, Hans Haas is the chef at this restaurant. There is no equivalent to Tantris in the city in terms of service or taste.

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Donisl

Donisl is Munich's oldest beer hall. The restaurant has a comfortable ambiance and can accommodate 550 people. The restaurant has two levels and you can dine outside in the garden as well. The menu consists of traditional Bavarian food as well as weekly specials. The specialties here are the Weisswurst and duck.

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Haxnbauer

This restaurant, located near Marienplatz, specializes in German cuisine. The finely marinated pork and veal are one of the most famous dishes here. Additionally, there are international dishes available as well.

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Thai-Chinese

This restaurant provides unbeatable value for Indian food.

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Palais Keller

This restaurant is located in the cellar of one of the most elegant hotels in Munich and yet offers the best value for your money. The menu consists of Bavarian and German dishes and is priced about the same as that found in far less desirable beer halls and wine taverns.