Summer weekend in Munich
How locals do summer in Munich — patios, beaches, festivals and the long-evening rituals that only happen in July and August.
Top spots in Munich
Englischer Garten
OutdoorsSchwabing
Bigger than Central Park — surfers ride the Eisbach river wave year-round.
Augustiner-Keller
Food & DrinkMaxvorstadt
5,000-seat beer garden under chestnut trees — bring your own picnic.
Glockenbachviertel
NightlifeIsarvorstadt
Gay-friendly bar district, craft cocktails and late-night Turkish food.
Where to eat
Schneider Bräuhaus
$$Bavarian · Altstadt
Original Schneider weissbier from the tap, dark wood and oompah.
Tantris
$$$$French / Contemporary · Schwabing
1970s design landmark, two Michelin stars, perfect martini.
Tegernseer Tal
$$Beer hall · Altstadt
Locals' pick over Hofbräuhaus — same vibe, less Disney.
Wirtshaus in der Au
$$Bavarian · Au-Haidhausen
Best knödel in town and a courtyard for summer.
Live & on stage
Bayerische Staatsoper
Nationaltheater · Year-round · Opera
Oktoberfest
Theresienwiese · Sep 20 – Oct 5 · Festival
Tollwood Sommerfestival
Olympiapark · Jun – Jul · Mixed
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Englischer Garten, Augustiner-Keller, Glockenbachviertel. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Munich and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.