As an architect living in Munich, I am happy to show you the hidden architectural treasures of my city. I've been on quite a few trips myself, including Chile, Japan, Australia, South Africa, Europe and the USA. In contact with local people, I have always come closest to the country. In my free time I like to climb and boulder. Born in Germany, I have Spanish roots and ancestors from Estonia - an international mix :) I speak fluent German, English and Spanish and also some French.
We will discover the key architectural treasures of Munich’s old town together during an entertaining 2:15 hour city walk.
We begin with the famous Frauenkirche, a gothic masterpiece underneath which lies a Romanesque treasure. Then, following the several superlatives of the ‘Michaelskirche,’ the first Renaissance church north of the Alps, we will dive into the abundance of Baroque and Rococo Styles with forms, colors, and the play of light and shadow.
Shortly after, we will discover the strict classicism of the Bayerische Staatsoper and be amazed by the unique local style 'Maximilianstil' and its almost forgotten architect - a great example of Historicism.
We will drive down Maximilian Street by tramway to rest our feet (ticket price included). We arrive at the Isar River to continue our walk in beautiful nature to discover street art, a great modern museum, and the coolest temporary rooftop bar. It's a great place to rest, eat, and drink under palm trees. Here our tour ends with the famous ‘Canaletto View’ over the historic center.
Choose from the following languages: German, English.
You are welcome to pay in cash or with Paypal at the end of the tour ;)
Best, Philipp
I will be waiting for you outside, in front of the main entrance to the famous church Frauenkirche. I can be easily recognized by my colorful backpack and grey cap. Getting there: It's best to get off at the S-Bahn and subway station U3/6 'Marienplatz' and walk 5 minutes to the meeting point. From the central station 'Hauptbahnhof München' it is a 15 min walk.
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).