Sun's Out, Steins Out: Your Shortlist to Summer in Munich

Written By Justine Golata

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From surfing in the Isar to filling up on beer and brezels, Munich transforms into one of Europe’s most incredible cities during the summer months.

But as the capital of Bavaria, with centuries of history and endless corners to explore, we at Pike thought it was necessary to create our very own Munich shortlist—a curated guide to the spots locals love and the places worth adding to your itinerary once you arrive.

Cafes in Munich

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Coffee ☕

  • Suuapinga — Herzogstraße 85 (Schwabing), Blutenburgstraße 93 (Neuhausen), Leopoldstraße 67 (Münchner Freiheit), Wiener Platz 8 (Haidhausen), Müllerstraße 46 (Glockenbach)

  • Man vs. Machine — Müllerstraße 23

Matcha 🍵

  • Daily Matcha — Augustenstraße 5

  • ORNO Café — Fraunhoferstraße 11

Pastries 🥐

  • Schmalznudel – Café Frischhut — Prälat-Zistl-Straße 8 (don't miss the famous Schmalznudel)

  • Bageri - Adlzreiterstraße 21 (Swedish-style pastries)

Parks in Munich

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  • English Garden — River swims

  • Olympiapark München — Sunset views

  • Westpark — Hidden gardens

  • Hirschgarten — Beer garden

  • Flaucher — Isar swimming

  • Nymphenburg Palace Park — Romantic strolls

Beer Gardens

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  • Biergarten am Chinesischen Turm — English Garden classic

  • Augustiner-Keller — Chestnut trees

  • Hirschgarten — Deer watching

  • SEEHAUS im Englischen Garten — Lakeside vibes

  • Aumeister — Hidden gem

  • Viktualienmarkt Beergarden — Market atmosphere

  • Gans am Wasser - Local favorite

Day Trips

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  • Neuschwanstein Castle — Fairytale castle

  • Lake Starnberg — Lake swimming

  • Tegernsee — Alpine lake

  • Chiemsee — Island escape

  • Berchtesgaden National Park — Mountain views

  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen — Alpine adventures

  • Eibsee — Turquoise waters

  • Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site — History lesson

  • Regensburg — Medieval streets

  • Salzburg — Mozart’s hometown

More local favorites await. Download Pike on iOS or Android and discover what people are loving in Munich and beyond.

Justine Golata

For over six years, I’ve produced editorial and social content for audiences of 2M+, specializing in travel and culture. I've written for Business Insider, Secret Media Network, Pike, and produced copy and content for brands and organizations including The LA Times, Arajet, Broadway, MTV VMAs, and Chelsea F.C. Women.

https://justinegolata.substack.com/
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