City Kickstart Tour: Munich's Essential Highlights
1.5 hours
City Highlight Tours
Munich
Choose one of 4 locals available
Experience hosted by Marion, Paola & other locals
Private Tour
Carbon Neutral
Explore Munich like a local insider! Discover the top spots to dine, hidden events, and essential navigation tips with your personal guide. Start your Munich adventure with confidence and insider knowledge!
Destination
Munich, Germany
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
1.5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
Deutsch, English, Italiano, Français, Suomi
Included
Private Guide
Local Tips & Tricks
City Orientation
All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
Entrance to attractions
6 reasons to book this tour
Discover the real Munich in a nutshell
Learn how to navigate the city
Get the latest tips & tricks from a local
Ask anything during this private tour
Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
The best way to kickstart your stay
What you can expect
Embark on a sensory journey through Munich with our exclusive 2-hour Kickstart tour, designed to immerse you in the heartbeat of this captivating city. Whether it's your first visit or a return, let a local guide you through iconic landmarks and lesser-known treasures, unveiling Munich's rich history and vibrant culture.
Feel the pulse of the city as you stroll past architectural marvels and bustling markets. Taste the flavors of Bavaria with expert recommendations on where to savor traditional cuisine and indulge in local delicacies. Experience Munich's dynamic present while unraveling its fascinating past through engaging stories and anecdotes shared by your knowledgeable host.
This private tour is more than just a city overview; it's your personal gateway to Munich. Delve into the local lifestyle, receive insider tips on the latest happenings, and discover authentic gems off the beaten path. With the flexibility to tailor the experience to your interests, this is your opportunity to make Munich your own. Let your senses guide you and your local host ensure a memorable start to your Munich adventure.
Choose your local
Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
Marion
your friendly city tour guide
5.025 reviews
Deutsch・English
Paola
Munich City Tours with a friend
5.021 reviews
English・Deutsch・Italiano・Français
Marjut
Hello, I'm Marjut, Your local friend in Bavaria
4.830 reviews
Deutsch・English・Suomi
Elettra
Your local guide
4.86 reviews
Italiano・English
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
Meet at In front of the shop 'Obletter' - Munich to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
City Highlights
See St. Peter's Church, Karlsplatz, and more landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect introduction to what makes Munich so special
Local Hot Spots
Along the way, your host will point out hangout spots and hidden gems that only the locals know about and will help you get acquainted with the city in the most local way possible
Food Recommendations
Receive tailored recommendations according to your taste and where to go and what to eat while visiting Munich. Avoid tourist traps thanks to your local host!
City Orientation
Learn how to navigate the city, and get the answers to your Munich questions that will help you in the following days making your time in the city much easier
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Marianna
(About local )
27 January 2025
Elettra was an incredible guide!
Not only she made us feel super comfortable from the very beginning bringing us a nice treat 🍬, but she made the touristic tour very engaging mixing some fun facts with historical facts. She offers tour in English and Italian and I think another extra-value of doing the tour with her, is that she can share the point of view of an expat (or better used-to-be expat) who is now a German citizen. We definitely want to do other tours with her!We had fun and learned a lot!
Christine 🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
20 November 2024
We would like to thank Marjut for her amazing tour of Munich! We had a wonderful night and really learned so much. The perfect tour guide! Great Night in Munich
turlough56
(About local )
31 October 2024
Elettra is a fantastic guide: she took us around the centre of the old town in Munich. She is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. I should add that I have mobility issues and need a scooter to get around. Elettra structured the tour perfectly , avoiding any barriers and steps and always aware of the surroundings . Thanks again Elettra 😁Great tour with Elettra
Lisa
(About local )
1 October 2024
Vanessa was amazing! Our group of 5 all enjoyed the tour immensely and Vanessa was so knowledgeable. She made the tour interesting and fun! Perfect intro to Munich and the history. Highly recommend. Wonderful Tour
Samantha🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
8 June 2024
Marion made my first day in Munich a delight - in the time that we spent, she covered the origins, deep history and culture of Munich through captivating stories of its people and spaces. Thank you, Marion! Your love and passion for the city shines through.Delightful introduction to Munich!
Joan🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 June 2024
We had a delightful afternoon with Majut. She took us to many interesting sights and shared wonderful information about each inserting entertaining legends for some of the sites. Her knowledge of the city history is excellent also. Marjut gave us many excellent suggestions for things to do and places to visit ans shop. Despite rainy weather Marjut made our introduction to Munich bright and sunny. You won't be sorry if you choose her for your guide. Shared much Sunshine on a Rainy Day
Cheryl
(About local )
5 April 2024
Sasha was a great guide. He was fun, knowledgeable and willing to show us anything we wanted totally recommend Sasha and the Kick Start Tour. Great way to start your time in Munich.Great way to start our visit
Robin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 April 2024
We loved our tour with Sasha! It was our first day in Munich and a great way to start.
He made it fun and very informative, and we loved how he showed us pictures of the old city throughout the past. A very cool way to see the medieval city right in front of your eyes!A great way to start our first day in Munich!
Martin🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
31 March 2024
"The city tour in Munich was an incredibly enriching experience! Our guide managed to not only convey historical facts but also establish a personal connection to the places that truly touched us. We felt like a part of the rich history of this city, thanks to the vivid narratives and the warm manner of our guide. This tour exceeded our expectations and will remain in our memories for a long time to come!"Best of Munich
Joanne🇵🇹 Portugal
(About local )
23 January 2024
Great way to get a “lay of the land” and learn some history about the city center. Sasha was a great guide and gave some tips for places to visit. Would highly recommend. Great Experience
dave🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
5 September 2021
First off, Paul is a joy and full of local knowledge. I would recommend this be the first thing you do when you hit the city. Get to know the history and the lay of the land for the balance of your trip. Plus you have the added benefit of deciding if you want to use Paul for more adventures during your visit. Thanks for setting us off on the right foot!!!Worth every penny!
Nick🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
4 October 2020
Paul was a fantastic tour guide. So much knowledge of Munich. He was a fun guide who we all got along with so well. Highly recommend Paul to anyone wanting some knowledge of Munich. We wouldn’t have seen half the city if it wasn’t for Paul. Thanks Paul Fantastic
Nicole🇵🇹 Portugal
(About local )
5 March 2025
We had the best visit! We saw so many amazing highlights that we simply would have missed without Vanessa. We liked our tour so much that we actually back tracked and did the entire thing again…ending at our guide’s recommendation for dinner. Such a delight! Thank you Vanessa!Great guide, great time
Adrian🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 February 2025
Marion was amazing. Such insightful detail about the Munich’s history. Visiting the Old City highlights we definitely felt like we experienced so much more than we could on our own. Fantastic tour
Frank
(About local )
24 February 2025
Liebe Marion,
uns hat die Tour mit dir sehr gut gefallen durch deine interessante Geschichten und die sehr angenehme Atmosphäre.
Vielen herzlichen Dank
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Cath🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
25 January 2025
Had a lovely tour with Marian this morning. She managed to impart a lot of interesting and varied information in that short amount of time. Really gave us a good feel for Munich in our short stay! Highly recommend Really interesting tour
tom🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 January 2025
Marion was a great hostess. Listened to what we wanted to see/ do, made suggestions on what she thought were key places to visit. She had no problem adjusting to our schedule and was helpful in giving us ideas on other things to do and see in Munich. Many thanks.Marion was a great hostess.
Victoria🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 December 2024
If you're in Munich, Marion is the guide you need! Her excellent sense of humor and deep love for Munich make every moment unforgettable. She shares her passion with infectious joy, from festive markets to hidden gems. Marion’s storytelling and local insights truly bring the city to life.Munich visit
Roslyn🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 December 2024
We did the food tour in Munich with Marjut and had a blast! We had excellent food and she taught us so much about the history of Munich. Would absolutely recommend. Excellent tour of Munich
Sharon🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
26 December 2024
Marjut was friendly and gave a nice blend of history and generous food tastings in her tour. Excellent experience
Beth🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
24 December 2024
We had a wonderful tour with Marion! She is very knowledgeable and presents in such a way that you are never bored! We learned so much!
We covered so much in our 3 hours we thoroughly enjoyed our time! We wish we were staying longer to book another tour! Great Tour!
Adam
(About local )
22 December 2024
This tour was great! Marjut is very kind, she even came to meet us at our hotel because we didn't know our way around and she gave us enough information about places to go and things to see that we could have made an entire second days worth of touring.
She is very flexible, she has her options of food places she goes to for you to get a taste of many aspects of Bavaria, but works with you on where to go, when to best fit your needs. For instance, my wife was hungry as we hadn't eaten in quite a few hours. So instead of starting with some of the history, we jumped right into some food! Though she has places in mind of where to go, if you ask her about a stand or what something is, she will take you to try it. Many of the food stands offered free samples too.
The most surprising thing to me was how good the Gluhwine (umlaut over the u, I just can't do it on this phone) was. My wife and I do not like wine, so hot wine didn't seem like something we would be into, but something about heating it up got rid of some of the typical bitter flavoring that wine has and made it sweeter. Perfect for a cold evening.
Only recommendation is if you book with her, the typical German expectation for gratuity is 10%. Bring a bit more 10-15 $/Euro, because she buys all the food for you while you wait at the tables.
Frank🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 December 2024
Paola was a great guide. Very informative.
We would definitely recommend spending time with her.An Italian in Munich!
Louise
(About local )
8 December 2024
Connaît bien l’histoire à su bien s’adapter à mes demandes très agréable moment que je n’aurais pas pu faire seule en si peu de temps.
Merci NuriaTres gentille
Roxanne🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 December 2024
Vanessa gave us a passionate overview of the sights and history of Munich in a very engaging manner. She was a delight to spend time with. We would definitely recommend her to others! Like spending a few hours with a friend!
Emily🇯🇵 Japan
(About local )
2 December 2024
Thank you for conducting the tour. We are very satisfied her prompt communication and flexibility.
prompt communication, very attentive
Shannon🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 December 2024
Very informative tour with Marjut, who is also very kind and fun. She showed us highlights we wouldn’t have found or known on our own. Perfect length of time. We survived the cold and enjoyed the tour very much! Loved it!
Erin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 November 2024
Our time with Marjut was wonderful. We booked with her for the day we arrived in Munich at 2:30PM, as we knew we would be tired from travel and would like to get adjusted to and oriented around the city and have dinner already figured out. Her deep knowledge of Munich's history made the tour both informative and engaging, as she guided us to major sites, sharing fascinating stories along the way. The quantity of food was great too. We had at least four stops around the Viktualienmarkt for Leberkas, the best bratwurst we've ever had, sauerkraut and sausages in the biergarten, a pretzel, and pickles. We had a stop for haxen, which was delicious. We even had an apple strudel for dessert. By the end, we were full and grateful for her tips on where to explore further. Marjut was outstanding!Munich with Marjut
Marian🇸🇰 Slovakia
(About local )
5 November 2024
We had a very pleasant time, learned a lot, walked a lot, we had a lot of fun. Marion is a wonderful and passionate guide.Munich - city center
Antonio🇪🇸 Spain
(About local )
27 October 2024
La experiencia con Nuria fue excepcional, explicaciones y recorridos amenos y muy entretenidos. Conoce perfectamente la historia de la ciudad y se adaptó perfectamente al grupo. Repetiremos con ella mil veces Nuria, excepcional y entrañable
Ekaterina🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
25 October 2024
Me and my colleagues loved the tour with Marion. Thank you!! Wonderful Tour ❤️
Ryan🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
17 October 2024
We loved our tour with Vanessa. Her passion for Munich stood out from the very beginning as did her joy in sharing her city with us. We learned a ton about the city and had so much fun along the way.
We would definitely book with her again.Vanessa was amazing!
Michael🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
12 October 2024
Our three hours with Elettra gave us a varied and comprehensive introduction to the old town, its buildings, history and culture.Great introduction to Munich
Chuck🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
10 October 2024
We had an outstanding introduction to Munich thanks to Marjut. She took us through the heart of the city. She shared local folklore along with history while sharing her recommendations on more things to do, places to see, and food to enjoy. She even gave us a sampling of German beers in the beer garden at Viktualienmarkt. We very much enjoyed our time with Marjut!Outstanding introduction to Munich
Francine🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
8 October 2024
Marianne was a fantastic tour guide! She took us on a tour of many beautiful cathedrals pointing out the transitions from Gothic to Baroque cathedrals. She told us all the stories behind the little hidden gems in each Cathedral. At the end, she treated us to a beer at the outdoor beer garden near marrian. It was Van a fabulous day!Warm, funny knowledgeable guide
Marcus🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
2 October 2024
The walking tour with Electtra was a great way to see the city. It was brought to life with her engaging stories, historical knowledge and engaging personality. The tour started off with treats and gifts and her care for all participants was clear. She provided a good pace and we covered most historical buildings with g Munich in this time. We highly recommend a walking tour with Electtra when in Munich!An Engaging Story Teller!
MAURICIO 🇨🇷 Costa Rica
(About local )
30 September 2024
Nuria se comportó a la altura, como ningún otro guía en nuestra travesia por Europa. Su planeamiento, atención, dominio de datos y simpatía dejói recuerdos en mi grupo.
Muchas gracia spor todo Nuria, recomendadisima espactacular
Larry🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 September 2024
I encourage all to tour with Elettra. She brought the history of Munich to life. The use of costumes and graphic (pictures) really added what was a very comprehensive tour. She even provided us with pretzels to snack on during our adventure. Highly recommended if you visit Munich. Munich Comes to Life
Andrew🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
24 September 2024
Personalized tour that was outstanding. Marjut was an excellent host and I would highly recommend.
Vincenzo🇮🇹 Italy
(About local )
23 September 2024
La nostra esperienza a Monaco è stata arricchita dall'energia e dalla competenza di Elettra, una guida davvero straordinaria! In sole tre ore, è riuscita a trasmetterci la sua passione per la città, alternando informazioni precise a dettagli storici affascinanti. Il suo entusiasmo è contagioso, e ci ha fatto immergere completamente nella storia e nella cultura del centro storico di Monaco. Oltre alla sua grande preparazione, Elettra è stata simpatica e coinvolgente, rendendo la nostra visita piacevole e memorabile. Consigliamo vivamente di scegliere Elettra come guida per scoprire il meglio di Monaco!Bellissima mattinata scoprendo Monaco
David🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
16 September 2024
We booked a walking tour of Munich to give some of our colleagues who come to Munich regularly for meetings but don't really know the city. Marjut gave us lovely tour which was not only fascinating for the colleagues from abroad but also for those of us who live here.
Thank you MarjutGreat walking tour even for locals
Mary
(About local )
13 September 2024
Vanessa was just amazing. Her enthusiasm was infectious and her knowledge was much appreciated. Vanessa took us to all the best sites and was very patient with our questions and requests. I highly recommend Vanessa and her tours.The Wonder of Munich
Jacque🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 September 2024
We had a wonderful afternoon with Marion. She was kind and engaging and knew so much Munich and German history. We highly recommend her! You won't be disappointed. Our time in Munich
Jacqueline H.
(About local )
9 September 2024
Marion was such an incredible tour guide and took us on such an adventure and it was everything we could have wanted and more!!It was amazong!
Alan🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
3 September 2024
Paolo has a wealth of knowledge about Munich and is able to share it enthusiastically and comprehensively.
We covered many interesting historical facts and interesting locations in an intensive two hour experience.
Paolo comes highly recommended.Wonderful introductory tour of Munich
Jan
(About local )
3 September 2024
We paid € 360 plus € 36 service charge for 4 persons ; we expected to get more then 2 pints and some cheese, sauer meat and sausages. Scandalous! I will see where to put it on internet to warn other people. Marion did her job as guide well.far much to expensive
Kevin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 September 2024
Marion was a great guide. She showed us both the famous publicized sites in the Munich City Center, but also showed us smaller details that only a local would know.
Advice on where to go / not to go eat after the tour, and hints on what we would enjoy afterwards when viewing on our own.Munich Highlights
Michael🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
31 August 2024
Wir hatten Marion für eine Tour mit drei Erwachsenen und drei Kindern gebucht. Sie hat sich hervorragend auf die Kinder eingestellt und die Stadtführung auch für sie zu einem wirklich tollen, interaktiven Erlebnis gemacht. Es hat riesigen Spaß gemacht. Ihr Wissen über München und die Geschichte war ausgezeichnet und spannend. Sie hat auch die Bedürfnisse der Kinder berücksichtigt. Wenn sie müde waren oder ähnliches, fand sie immer ein schattiges Plätzchen oder eine Toilette. Ein großes Lob an sie. Dankeschön von der drutsch, kanadisch, chinesischen Gruppe. Not to forget, her englisch is perfect 👌 Ein großartiger Tag mit Marion.
Ian🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
30 August 2024
Paola was a wonderful guide. We talked about a wide range of subjects both on and off the tour agenda. I would highly recommend this tour! Knowledgeable and friendly
jordan🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
30 August 2024
Marjut had all the stories from history to explain how the buildings were made, who used them, and what they are used for today. Great experience overallGreat story teller
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