Things To Do
Marienplatz
This is a central square in the city centre of Munich, Germany and has the famous Glockenspiel, a major attraction that performs daily at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., and 5 p.m. A lot of restaurants, markets, shops, and tourist attractions are located here.
Hofbräuhaus München
A beer hall originally built in 1589 by Bavarian Duke Maximilian I as an extension of the Staatliches Hofbräuhaus in München brewery. All of the rooms except the historic beer hall ("Schwemme") were destroyed in the World War II bombings. The reopening of the Festival Hall in 1958 marked the end of the post-war restoration work.
Munich Residenz
One of Brendan's favorite spots and is the largest city palace in Germany. It is open to visitors for its architecture, room decorations, and displays from the former royal collections.
Frauenkirche (Munich Cathedral)
Look for the Devil's footprint, a famous black mark on a floor tile inside the cathedral. According to legend, the devil stamped his foot in fury at the entrance upon realizing he was tricked into funding a church that appeared windowless from that spot, but was actually full of light. When viewed from the specific entrance spot, the massive columns block all windows from view.
Theatine Church
A stunning Roman Catholic church built between 1663 and 1690.
English Garden
One of the largest urban parks in the world and it is in the center of Munich. Make sure to keep an eye out for river surfing, beer, and naked sunbathing.
Nymphenburg Palace
This palace constitutes one of the premier royal palaces of Europe. Its frontal width of 632 m (2,073 ft) even surpasses Versailles.
Saint Peter's Church Tower
Make sure to climb the church tower for the best views of the city (305 steps).
Neuschwanstein Castle (The Disney Castle)
From Munich (day trip, bring cash): 1. Take a 2 hour train from Munich to Füssen 2. Taxis will be outside the train station to take you to the village (Hohenschwangau) below the castle 3. The walk from there to the castle can be long, but you have an option for a horse and carriage 4. Fussen has a lot of food options while waiting for the train ride back to Munich
Mirabell Gardens
This is the location Brendan tricked Selina and proposed! Make sure to dance on the Pegasus Fountain and run down the hedge tunnel while singing, as made famous in Sound of Music.
Salzwelten Salzburg
A Selina suggestion! Ride underground on the mine train and experience Austria’s largest active salt mine – complete with slides, an underground salt lake, and the moving history of rescuing art treasures during World War II.
Salzburg Cathedral
17th century cathedral where Mozart was baptized.
Stiftsbäckerei St Peter
Enjoy a mid-day snack at the oldest bakery in Salzburg that dates back to the 12th century.
Fortress Hohensalzburg
A large medieval fortress overlooking the city of Salzburg, Austria. It sits atop the Festungsberg mountain at an altitude of 506m.
Restaurant Meissl & Schadn Salzburg
Enjoy a meal with Michelin recommended schnitzel that you can watch being made.
Augustiner Bräu Mülln
Austria's largest beer hall!
