Hofbräuhaus

Spatenhaus at the opera

Adina Apartment Hotel Munich

Marienplatz

Residenza di Monaco di Baviera

Chiesa di San Giovanni Nepomuceno

Victuals Market

Augustiner Bräustuben

Theresienwiese

St. Peter's Church

Ratskeller München

Werksviertel-Mitte

Rindermarkt

Hotel MIO by AMANO

DO & CO Hotel München

BEYOND by Geisel

MS Utting on bridge Lagerhausstrasse

LUMAGICA München

English Garden

Wittelsbacherplatz

Munich, the capital of Bavaria, transforms into a winter wonderland during the holiday season, and I had the privilege of experiencing Christmas in this charming city. So here is a map guide that will help you plan your stay! 
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Munich, Germania

Christmas in Munich✨ Free Map Guide

Euro Youth Hotel

Wombat's City Hostel Munich Hauptbahnhof

DJH Jugendherberge München Park

Boutique Hotel Germania München

Wombat's City Hostel Munich Werksviertel

Olympiapark München

BMW Museum

Nymphenburg Palace

Deutsches Museum

Hofbräuhaus München

Paulaner Bräuhaus

Löwenbräukeller - Das Original

Weisses Bräuhaus im Tal

Le Méridien Munich

ibis Muenchen City Arnulfpark Hotel

Metropol by Maier Privathotels

OneBavariaHomes

Schwan Locke, Theresienwiese

Residence Inn Munich Central

Munich Residenz

Trachten Rausch - Dirndl und Lederhosen

Holareidulijö

Hirmer

LODENFREY

Munich International Airport

München Hauptbahnhof

Prost! 🍻 Welcome to Oktoberfest (2025) in Munich, or as the locals call it, Wiesen. From this guide, you'll understand the basics of Oktoberfest and learn how to survive Munich's largest festival.

In this guide you will find:
 
✅ 1. The Basics - Terminology, Clothing, Transportation, Money, Safety.
🏨 2. Accommodations: Hostels & Hotels.
🎪 3. Tents, Rides, and Games.
🍻 4. Munich Beer Halls
👣 5. Must-See Attractions outside of Oktoberfest, and a full Munich guide!
🎟️ 6. Recommended Tours.

Feel free to reach out with any questions!
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Oktoberfest, Theresienwiese, Munich, Germany

Bavaria, Germany

Munich, Germany

Germany

A Guide To Oktoberfest in  Munich 🍻

Berlin Wall Memorial

Charlie's Beach

Brandenburg Gate

Reichstag Building

Hopfingerbräu am Brandenburger Tor

Alexanderplatz

East Craft Beer Restaurant & Bar

Berlin Cathedral

Gendarmenmarkt

Lutter & Wegner am Gendarmenmarkt

Cologne Cathedral

Römisch-Germanisches Museum im Belgischen Haus

Brauhaus Sion

Cologne Chocolate Museum

Old Market

Brauerei zur Malzmühle

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site

Bratwurstherzl

Germany is known for being a historic and vibrant country but that only scratches the surface of what there is to experience. This is a week-long multi-city road trip city hopping around Germany. This guide includes how to get from place to place, excursions, and places to eat.

Berlin, Germany

Cologne, Germany

Road Trip Itinerary for Germany

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

Lisbon, Portugal

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Hungary

Julie & Jake Travel

If you're looking for a professional to provide curated recommendations for your dream European vacation, you've come to the right place!

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I spend over one third of the year slow traveling throughout Europe and enjoy engaging with locals to find the best hidden gems and authentic experiences to share with my clients. 

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I'm an outdoor enthusiast, focus on hiking and exploring various destinations, not necessarily in the mountains.
While travelling, I always try to respect and understand local cultures. I love talking to people and listening to the locals cause they know the best their own backyard.
If you're interested in visiting Patagonia, the Alpine regions of Germany, Austria, Italy or Switzerland... or maybe you want to enjoy Southern European sun without crowds of tourists or discover less touristic parts of Eastern Europe, I'm here to help you plan your trip!

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Argentina

Chile

Poland

Palma, Spain

Aleksandra Rynkiewicz

Are you interested in solo travel? Are you a digital nomad or do you want to take language classes abroad? Are you mostly a budget traveler but will splurge every now and then? Do you value walkability and access to public transportation? I would love to consult with you on your next adventure! 

Here are my areas of interest and expertise: 

- Solo Female Travel
- Europe Travel
- Language Schools Abroad
- Post-Grad Internships Abroad

Here are my primary destinations that I have long-term experiences with: 

- Basque Country, Spain (2023)
- French Riviera, France (2023)
- Valencia, Spain (2018)
- Andalusia, Spain (2016, 2018)

Here are my secondary destinations that I have short-term experiences with: 

- Amsterdam, Netherlands (2023)
- Paris, France (2023)
- Tamarindo, Costa Rica (2022)
- Playa del Carmen, Mexico (2021)
- Barcelona, Spain (2023)
- Munich, Germany/ Oktoberfest (2018)
- Budapest, Hungary (2018)
- London, England (2018)
- Vienna, Austria (2018)
- Lagos, Albufeira, Sagres, Portugal (2016) 
- Milan, Venice, Florence, Sienna, Rome, Italy (2016) 
- Fez, Meknes, Morocco (2016)

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Bilbao, Spain

San Sebastián, Spain

Valencia, Spain

Sevilla, Spain

Nice, France

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May Day

Montreux, Switzerland

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Switzerland

Romandie, Switzerland

Vaud, Switzerland

Vienna, Austria

Colorado, USA

Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

Vevey, Switzerland

Genève, Switzerland

Lausanne, Switzerland

Valais, Switzerland

Emilie La Gavi

Looking for some personal & local recommendations while traveling? I am more of a do-the-most-out-of-my-day-when-on-vacation type of traveler, yet I still love waking up to no alarm and take it slowly. It is all about balance! I am only in my 20s, yet I lived in Switzerland (where I am from), 2 year in Munich (Germany), 5 years in the USA, and am now in Italy. I traveled a lot and very differently each time. I enjoyed backpacking trips in Switzerland eating old sandwiches in the mountains while looking at amazing views; renting a car in Cuba for two weeks and sleeping every night in a strangers home; buying a car in Colorado and transforming it into a camping car before roundtripping every weekend around Colorado/Utah/Wyoming/California/etc.; staying at a 5-star hotel in Greece and renting a boat for the day; or even just staying in a tiny home for 2 months in Canada. I have done quite the adventures and if you are looking for some ideas, recommendations, tips, or just have questions, I would love to help you!

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