Top Things to do in Upper Bavaria
Top Hotels in Upper Bavaria
- 1. Hotel Metropol by Maier Privathotels
- 2. Platzl Hotel
- 3. H2 Hotel Munchen Olympiapark
- 4. Hilton Munich Airport
- 5. Hotel Torbraeu
- 6. Best Western Plus Hotel Erb
- 7. Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- 8. 25hours Hotel The Royal Bavarian
- 9. Hotel Muenchen Palace
- 10. Das Koenig Ludwig Wellness & SPA Resort Allgaeu
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10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Upper Bavaria That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Upper Bavaria, Germany including Bajuwarenhof Kirchheim, Marienplatz, Berchtesgaden Salt Mines, Schloss Neuschwanstein, Schloss Herrenchiemsee, Lake Tegernsee, Pilatushaus, Olympic Tower, Maria Gern, Eibsee.
Restaurants in Upper Bavaria
1. Bajuwarenhof Kirchheim
2. Marienplatz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25,215 reviews
This prominent public square, the largest in Munich, still stands as the center of social activity in the city, much as it has throughout history.
Reviewed By tatianam22 - Charlotte, United States
We were lucky to visit Marienplatz during Christmas, so we could experience the magical part of the decorated tree, the Christmas market with all its colorful displays of baked goods, toys, gluhwein. It's a busy place in the heart of Bavaria, reflecting new and past, mixing old architecture and modern shopping malls. Bustling atmosphere, a sea of tourists and locals create a unique vibe of hospitality and generosity of Bavaria.
3. Berchtesgaden Salt Mines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,953 reviews
Reviewed By Merrowmum - Guildford, United Kingdom
This salt mine is fascinating in of itself, but the whole experience is extremely well organised and executed - everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed our tour! The combination of walking round, underground train and explanations is superbly thought through, the slides being a fun addition especially for children (but they do have an alternative option as well). The handsets for languages other than German generally worked very well indeed, although there were some glitches, but at least one of our group's worked at every stopping place so we were able to explain to anyone who had had problems. The highlight of the whole tour is the boat trip across the mirror lake, complete with light show - what a surreal experience underground!!! Excellent, much much better than anticipated!
4. Schloss Neuschwanstein
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17,562 reviews
Yet another of the eccentric King Ludwig II's magnificently odd architectural creations.
Reviewed By 430chuckd
You will be greeted at the entry to the little tourist shopping area where you will pay about 7 euros to park. From there you will walk to the nearby ticket office and purchase tickets for reserved tour times for one or both castles. This must be done on the day of your visit, and it's a good idea to get there early, since the time slots fill up rapidly and the number of people per slot is limited. Allow two hours between the starts of the tours if you plan to take the bus up to Neuschwanstein rather than walk, three hours if you walk. From the ticket office you will take a short walk uphill through a small shopping area with restaurants, hotel, a bank, gift shops, etc., following the signs to Schloss Hohenschwangau. It's best to see this castle first since it's the closest and the easiest stairway climb up the hillside. After this tour, which is about 40 minutes, walk back down to the nearby bus stop (you won't have trouble finding it) and purchase tickets at 2-1/2 euros each for the ride up the mountain stopping near Schloss Neuschwanstein, about a 10-minute drive and the buses run at 10-minute intervals. Or, you can use the walking trail if you’re in good shape, but it’s rather steep and long (about 40 minutes) and keep in mind that there are a LOT of stairs on the castle tour. The bus will let you off at a point with a very short hike to Mary’s Bridge (highly recommended if you’re not afraid of heights or rickety-feeling bridges), where you will get the best view photo view of the castle. From there walk back down to the bus stop and follow the signs mostly downhill to the castle, about a 10-minute walk. Taking the hiking path down from there after the 40-minute tour is easier than walking back uphill to the bus, since it’s all downhill. If you’re a serious German history buff and want to learn everything (and I mean Everything) about the history of the region, you can buy the museum tickets at the door. Don't miss the Linderhof Palace for jaw-dropping opulence while you're in the area. It's not as big as the castles, but the interior is truly impressive.
5. Schloss Herrenchiemsee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,120 reviews
Reviewed By 465cliffordg
You are in Southern Bavaria, so the views are always great period the trip to visit the grounds is worth it, if you haven't seen king Ludwig's 3rd Castle you need to make at least one trip in to get glimpse o what he was trying to do.
6. Lake Tegernsee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 480 reviews
Reviewed By lakshmikanthg2020 - Munich, Germany
One of the best places I have seen. Which are closeby Munich. Serene water,nice view ,family friendly also boat ride possible.
7. Pilatushaus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By Alex35
Lovely house with spectacular outside paintings on the walls. It sits in a nice garden, so with the setting probably this is one of the prittiest painted buildings in the town. If your are in Oberammeragau, do not miss it - it in just in center of town.
8. Olympic Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,363 reviews
Look down at Munich from a height of 190 metres. Here you have the best views as far as the Alps. At a speed of 7 m/s you soon get nearer to heaven. The view of Munich, its surroundings and, if the weather is good, the Alps from the Salzkammergut to the Allgäu Alps is just as unique as the Olympic tower itself. Up here on one of the highest towers in Europe you can get away from the bustle of the city. Take a deep breath, forget everything and then relax. From the viewing platforms of the tower at a height of 190 metres, the shiny silver tent roof silhouette of the Olympic park is a brilliant example of exceptional architecture. At a height of 291.28 metres, the most characteristic symbol of Munich is three times higher than the spires of the Frauenkirche church. Since being opened on 22.2.1968, this huge tower with a weight of 52,500 tonnes has withstood every single storm.
Reviewed By aneela26
fantastic revolving restaurant with great menu and warm ambiance inside the olympic tower plus the great aerial view of munich.
9. Maria Gern
10. Eibsee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 860 reviews
In the water and on the water, on land, and in the mountains – at the Eibsee lake, you have diverse options for enjoying the summer. Absolutely unique: the crystal-clear Eibsee at the base of the Zugspitze, 1,000 m (3281 ft.) above sea level. Embedded in a magnificent Alpine panorama and beautiful in every season. A day at the Eibsee is the highlight of a vacation in the Zugspitze Region. The Eibsee lake is located around 13 km (8 mi.) southwest of the center of Garmisch-Partenkirchen beneath the Zugspitze mountain in the Wetterstein range in Bavaria. It part of Zugspitze Village Grainau and is privately owned by the family that owns the Eibsee Hotel. With its clear, emerald green water, it is truly one of the most beautiful lakes in the Bavarian Alps. 32.5 m (107 ft.) deep, greatest length 2450 m (8038 ft.), greatest width 850 m (2789 ft.), circumference 8.800 m (28,871 ft.), surface area 1,796 km² (693 mi2)
Reviewed By Moonamuslim
The Eibsee at the base of the Zugspitze is perhaps the most beautiful lake in Bavaria, definitely one of the most beautiful lakes in Bavaria. The crystal clear water shines from turquoise to dark blue (at least as beautiful as in the Caribbean) You can comfortably walk around the lake. The path is well developed and accessible. Whether on foot or by bike, both are possible. A leisurely stroll around the lake takes 1-2 hours. While walking around the lake, you can see the crystal-clear lake with the Zugspitze in the background - a jewel of nature. You can also rent boats and drive on the lake, or view the lake from the Zugspitze. Every possibility - if walk, ride boat or look down from the Zugspitze - fascinating and beautiful. Fantastic to enjoy nature, even if there are many tourists on some days. Pure nature and fantastic. On a holiday in the Zugspitz region this is recommended as a day trip in combination with the Zugspitze - very worthwhile! The valley station of the Zugspitz cable car is right next to it.
