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DE An animal tour through the old town
MUNICH MONKEY STRONG!
| Discover Munich's most beautiful places through your children's eyes! It's incredible what creatures are hiding among all the sights—you just have to find them! |
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Let the animals show you Munich's old town between Isartor, Frauenkirche, Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus and Odeonsplatz! |
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Find out what a grey horse has to do with Munich's most famous specialty – and all without horse meat, guaranteed! |
Impressions
Description:
This animal-led tour is specially tailored to families. After all, everyone should get something out of seeing a city together! Along the way, we'll pass many of the city's most important sights, while a variety of animals will explain Munich's history to us. From slimy fish and fire-breathing dragons, to noble white horses and quacking ducks, to cheeky monkeys and clumsy elephants, to hunchbacked cats and bad-tempered dogs, to thieving magpies, and – of course – to lions! We often have to look very closely to spot the four-legged friends! Or did we just imagine some of the animals here? A varied tour under the motto: "Culture simply smuggled in"! Read more
Munich was founded more than 850 years ago by Henry the Lion, who, according to legend, was accompanied by a tame feline! Perhaps that's why the city is teeming with lions? In any case, some are said to bring good luck if you stroke their snouts – would we dare to do that together?
Our expedition into the city's history begins at Marienplatz, where we immediately have to beware of some dangerous creatures. Perhaps we can find shelter from them in the courtyard of the town hall? Or in one of the city's most beautiful churches, where we learn from a horse, of all things, how people helped each other in the Middle Ages? Of course, we'll also visit the Viktualienmarkt – although no live animals are allowed to be sold there anymore, except for fish, I promise you that we'll still find other livestock there...
We'll also pass an old castle, where you can easily imagine the mooing and baaing and chattering and clucking of olden days, but where does a monkey fit into this farmyard atmosphere? And at the Hofbräuhaus, we learn that larger four-legged friends can certainly wander into the city. Our city's patron saint, St. Benno, has a much smaller animal with him, which he will show us in the Frauenkirche. The favorite bird of fairytale king Ludwig II is a must, and even though you'd normally expect to see only royal animals around the Bavarian rulers' city palace, there are quite a few surprises mingled among them. I'm curious to see who spots them first!
The most important things in brief:
Meeting point:
at the fish fountain on Marienplatz
public transport:
U3/U6 or all S-Bahn lines at Marienplatz
Duration:
Can be booked as a 2- or 3-hour tour, including a small snack stop!
Distance:
approx. 2-3 km
My tips for before and after our tour:
This tour is right in the heart of it all—and thus very close to the Deutsches Museum, which is always worth a visit, not just with children. The Toy Museum in the tower of the Old Town Hall also fascinates young and old. And when your stomach starts rumbling, you can head back to the Viktualienmarkt, where everyone will find something to suit their taste. Or to the Platzl, where you can try more than just ice cream at Alfons Schubeck.
Perhaps you'll head to the English Garden afterward, where a stroll through the beer garden and playground is a good way to combine a visit – but don't forget to pass the Eisbach surfers first! The Olympic Park is also easily accessible from the city center, offering something for every taste with its many attractions.
Frequently asked questions:
For what age is this tour suitable?
Can we also take the grandparents on this city tour?
Can you eat something during the tour?
With pleasure! Whether it's a snack from your backpack, a quick pretzel break, or even a pre-booked table at one of Munich's traditional restaurants – anything is possible! You are the guest, and together we will make the tour your individual experience!
Still questions?
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Grit Ranft
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