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In Munich, around every corner is a new example of its beautiful combination of the old and the new. It is not hard to navigate, but it is easy to get lost, in that you can spend endless hours exploring what Munich has to offer. As with beautiful city sights, you can find great places for food just by exploring. While in Munich, we found our favorite eateries through turning down new streets with no real plan, and I recommend that method for any prospective Pitt in Munich students! Though Germany’s cuisine is traditionally very meat-centered, there are plenty of options for all dietary needs around Munich. Though there are plenty of amazing, authentic German restaurants, the Turkish, Middle Eastern, Asian, and Italian food options are equally worth checking out!
Turkish Food
Turkish Food
In terms of easy and inexpensive food, Munich’s Turkish eateries are the best there is, in our opinion. There are tons of options, but I recommend that meat eaters try döner kebab. Our favorite is Döner Oz Urfa, right by the Alte and Neue Pinakotheken; the bread is baked in house and the owner is super friendly!
German Food
German Food
Those looking for inexpensive German food should try all the Bratwurstsemmel they can! Our personal favorite is a small bratwurst shop in Viktualienmarkt, just around the corner from Marienplatz. (Get the Weißwurst!!)
Munich has tons of beautiful buildings from the early 20th century that now contain amazing restaurants. Some of these may be a little pricier but are worth the splurge for some amazing German food. A great example is Park Café, which also has an amazing Biergarten, where you can go for a nicer dinner with Bavarian cuisine and more.
Sweet Tooth :)
Sweet Tooth :)
Cafe Frischhut is the best bakery we have tried in Munich! It is located around the corner from Marienplatz and sells a variety of German fried pastries. They are famous for their Schmalznudel, but students should be sure to try the jelly donut style pastry with apricot filling as well.
Aktivitäten
Aktivitäten
Museums
Museums
For museum lovers, and particularly art lovers, the Alte Pinakothek is a must visit. It is located directly across from the Neue Pinakothek, which was unfortunately closed during our time in Munich, meaning students can visit both easily if they so chose! We loved seeing the works of some of my favorite painters, such as Peter Paul Rubens, Hieronymus Bosch, and of course, the German master, Albrecht Dührer. We recommend going on a Sunday, as many museums, including the Pinakotheken are only €1. They are a little busier, but not unbearably so and it’s worth it for the price!
Frühlingsfest
Frühlingsfest
Frühlingsfest is referred to as the mini version of Oktoberfest, but less touristy! It also takes place on Theresienwiese, a short U-bahn ride from the Gasthaus. It was tons of fun for everyone who went! If you’re interested, there are giant tents with great music and great beer. Or, if beer doesn’t interest you, there are tons of rides such as a giant ferris wheel and slides. Additionally, there is authentic Bavarian fare, including savory food and sweets, as well as some American food. We highly recommend stopping by the festival, especially if the weather is nice!
Rad fahren!
Rad fahren!
We highly recommend biking around Munich, whenever the weather allows! You can rent bikes using the MVG app, which is very simple to sign up for, and allows you to see where bikes are parked around the city. It's 8 cents per minute, or €12 for the whole day. If you decide to bike, follow the bike paths along the banks of the Isar River, where Münchners go to hang out and picnic when the sun is out!
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