Things to do in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria: The Best Sightseeing Tours

September 28, 2021 Dorsey Hagwood

South of Garmisch-Partenkirchen on the Austrian border lies Germany's highest mountain, Zugspitze, rising nearly 10,000 feet and offering gorgeous glacier-top skiing. The towns of Garmisch and Partenkirchen used to be separate, but were merged for the 1936 Winter Olympics. With almost 75 miles of downhill runs of all difficulty levels, Zugspitze also has 68 miles of cross-country trails, a terrain park and Germany's first superpipe. It's super cool to say you were skiing in Garmisch, so be sure to spread the word upon your return.
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1. A Private Day Tour of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the Zugspitze Mountain

Bahnhofstraße 31, 82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany All Things Garmisch - Day Tours
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The Zugspitze is Germany's tallest peak and home to a stunning view of five countries, a glacier, a border between Austria and Germany, and an amazing cable car ride that brings you to the peak in under ten minutes. This tour is a stress free way to learn about the unique history of the mountain, engineering, and environment of an Alpine peak that is just under ten thousand feet. Our guides have been bringing people to the Zugspitze for over nine years and will be there every step of the tour showing you the amazing views, history, and fun of Germany's tallest mountain.

Inclusions: Private tour, Ticketing for the cable car ride up and down from the peak, Free chocolate samples , Our "Coronavirus Safety Standard of Travel" on all vehicles and guides

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By 779jennb

Highly recommend! So much more than just a chocolate making class. We drank, cut up, learned some much really was a blast. Good with great people.

2. Neuschwanstein Castle and Brewery Tour from Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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Neuschwanstein Castle is wrapped in mystery and beauty. The former dream of the Wittlesbach king, Ludwig II, the castle is not only gorgeous but the perfect place to explore the mystery of Ludwig's untimely demise and begin to learn the Bavarian Beer Culture. After a 'skip the line' entrance into Neuschwanstein castle the your guide will bring you to the village of Murnau where you will visit the Griesbräu brewery for your tour of the brewery given by the brewmeister himself. An obscene amount of sample beers and beer schnapps await along with your very own "Brewery Certificate." Once the brewery tour is concluded we make our way to the Murnau train station for a short train ride back into the city of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Alcoholic Beverages, Dinner, Bottled water, Our "Coronavirus Safety Standard of Travel" on all vehicles and guides

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By 779jennb

Highly recommend! So much more than just a chocolate making class. We drank, cut up, learned some much really was a blast. Good with great people.

3. Zugspitze, Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Chocolate Tour from Munich

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From the highest mountain in Germany, Zugspitze, to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, visit the Olympic Stadium, and Ludwigstrasse with its amazing house paintings. Then,  CHOCOLATE TIME: Follow cocoa beans on a delicious journey in this immersive and chocolate making tour. See, taste, feel, hear and smell the transformation of cocoa beans to chocolate on this fun tour. And leave with your own hand-molded chocolate!

Inclusions: Private tour, Local taxes, Chocolate tour with Complimentary Prosecco, water, Professional Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan/private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to Zugspitze (your guide will help you to purchase the tickets), Gratuities

Reviewed By VeteranTrvlr

Wonderful tour by a knowledgeable guide before the castle tour! He had obviously done his research and was able to add more, and more historically accurate, details. Lots of "fun" facts, too (I had no idea what BMW stood for or why the logo looks looks like it does. I do now!). He knows all the best spots for pictures and the best times to get them in before the next tour groups arrive. Skipping the line for the castle tour tickets was a real plus. Highly recommend!

4. Naked in Bavaria - A Day at the Sauna

Bahnhofstraße 31, 82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany All Things Garmisch - Day Tours
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This is the most unique tour ever! An opportunity to get naked in Bavaria. The Kristall Trimini is beautiful and the perfect place to relax and recoup from the hassle of travel yet is really fun and exciting! Who has ever been able to say they have been naked in the Alps!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Four hour entrance card into the Therme, Private transportation, Our "Coronavirus Safety Standard of Travel" on all vehicles and guides

Exclusions: Snacks, Dinner

Reviewed By 779jennb

Highly recommend! So much more than just a chocolate making class. We drank, cut up, learned some much really was a blast. Good with great people.

5. Private Zugspitze "Top of Germany" Tour in Mercedes Van V-Class (up to 6 person)

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• Only newest Mercedes V-Class 2018 (e.g. V250d 4Matic long wheelbase max. 6 passenger + 8 lugagge pieces). • Full leather seats and rear climate control. • Professional drivers speaking all english (or other language on request) and are locally knowledgeable. • Child seat can be provided on request. Tour starts in the city area of Munich at the adress and time you will provide us. Our Chauffeur will take you in around 1,5 hours through the beautiful landscape of Bavaria to Garmisch-Patenkirchen and will be there at your disposal to take you after visiting the Zugspitze Mountain if you would like to the Linderhof Palace which is closeby or to an beautiful bavarian restaurant in the area to have an authentic bavarian lunch/dinner before driving to the Partnach Gorge. If you would like to explore some other places, you will be free to customize your tour as you like.

Inclusions: Round-trip private transfer, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Bottled water, Local taxes, Gratuities, Fuel surcharge, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Entrance fees

Reviewed By Doublejj000

Wow, what a fantastic day and tour. Easy pickup, great drive with good communication from our driver. Very flexible tour, no rigid arrangements, no waiting for a bus, no waiting for other people and a nice car. We saw everything we needed to see, had a great lunch in a quaint town and even saw a few things in Munich too! Thanks so much to our driver for the tour.

6. NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE TOUR from GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN

Neuschwanstein Castle Tours by Taxi Chris Edwards
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BOOK FOR ONLY ONE PERSON! THE VIATOR TICKET WILL COVER 1-5 PEOPLE! Hello, I have been taking Tours to Neuschwanstein and the other places for 15 years, I actually lived in Oberammergau for 15 years I don´t think that there are many native speaking English Tour Guides with more experience of Oberammergau than myself, I lived there as a waiter and Bar Landlord for 15 years with 3 Passion Play Seasons. Unlike some Tour Guides I try to sort myth from legend, the Passion Play was not because Oberammergau was spared the horror of the Plague in 1633, quite the opposite, it was devastated. I hope to see you very soon! Regards, Chris Edwards LIFE IS TOO SHORT TO TAKE A BUS!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Free WIFI on board!, No food, but I supply chilled soft drinks and Bottled Water, not a lot of choice, but free!

Exclusions: The tickets to the Castle /entry fees are not included as I can´t know how many will take the Tour!, Meals are normally taken near the Castle to save time and make use of the time available before entering the Castle.

Reviewed By MickiW226

We were so happy that we decided to book the full day Castle Tours with Chris Edwards. He picked us up at our hotel and spent a full day showing us the area, followed by arranging tours to both Neuschwanstein and Linderhoff castles. He reserved our English speaking tour for both castles in advance, making our wait time during the busy summer season much quicker, and maximized our time. Chris’s knowledge of the area and its history provided a great introduction to not only the castles, but southern Germany and Austria. Chis was very personable, and when he learned of our interest in WWII, tailored our travel to show us some local buildings and homes that were important during that time. I highly recommend Taxi Chris Edwards Neuschwanstein Castle Tours if you are looking for personal service, flexibility to your needs, and an informative guide who has lived in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen area for over 30 years.

7. With a local: Private Tour to Eibsee, Germany's Highest Peak Zugspitze & Lunch

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Enjoy an exclusive excursion - without other participants - to the plateau of the Zugspitze (2,962 metres) glacier. The full day trip starts in the morning, with pick up at your Munich city hotel or private accommodation. Cool drinks and snacks will be waiting for you in a comfortable SUV or Minivan vehicle. As soon as we have arrived at the beautiful Eibsee, one of the most beautiful lakes in Bavaria, the new Zugspitz cable car (opened 2017) will take us very close to the highest peak in Germany. During your stay on the plateau you will learn interesting information about the region's history and its role in World War II. After our "at the top of Germany" experience, we will have a relaxing Eibsee lakeside walk or boat ride (rental coast not included) for about an hour. After a relaxing break in the popular skiing and hiking region of Garmisch-Partenkirchen including a tasty traditional lunch, we will head back towards Munich - to the agreed starting point or hotel/accommodation!

Inclusions: Traditional German Lunch with one Drink of your choice, Entrance Ticket for "Zugspitze Cable Car" , Travel Snacks and Sweets, Mineral Water with or without Gas, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Professional Guide

Exclusions: Eibsee Boat Rental starting from € 25.00, Gratuities

Reviewed By thescentss

We've used their service for our planned activities in Salzburg and Hallstatt last summer. All went well! Special thanks to Sepp...

8. A Full Day Private Tour of Neuschwanstein Castle from Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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Neuschwanstein castle is beautiful but currently suffering from over tourism. Huge bus tours dominate the landscape with crowds and lines everywhere. Our guides are licensed to go around the long ticketing line and know the ways to move around the crowds making your experience fun and relaxing. Plus, we LOVE telling all the history and stories associated with Ludwig II, Bavaria, Oktoberfest, Germany, and more. Our business has been in operation for over nine years taking people to Neuschwanstein castle and we are currently the highest ranked guide service for southern Bavaria on Trip Advisor so we know how to provide you with a wonderful day!

Inclusions: Transportation, Parking Fees, Tours, skip the line entry into Neuschwanstein castle, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Our "Coronavirus Safety Standard of Travel" on all vehicles and guides

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By 779jennb

Highly recommend! So much more than just a chocolate making class. We drank, cut up, learned some much really was a blast. Good with great people.

9. Oktoberfest 10 Day Vacation

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Be an exclusive guest to the largest most exciting beer festival in the world.  With this 10-day overnight tour, you will enjoy four days of reserved seating at the best tents, along with amazing brewery tours, and exciting outdoor activities!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Pick up and drop off at the Munich airport, Accommodation at 3-star Murnau hotel 45 minutes outside of Munich city center. Price is for double or single occupancy. Breakfast included., Welcome dinner and brewery tour, Cable car ride to the peak of the Zugspitze and tour of the Partnach Gorge, BMW race track day , Salzburg and Eagle's Nest Overnight

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Souvenirs

Reviewed By 779jennb

Highly recommend! So much more than just a chocolate making class. We drank, cut up, learned some much really was a blast. Good with great people.

10. Zugspitze, Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Chocolate Tour from Füssen

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From the highest mountain in Germany,  Zugspitze, to  Garmisch-Partenkirchen, visit the Olympic Stadium, and Ludwigstrasse with its amazing house paintings. Then,  CHOCOLATE TIME: Follow cocoa beans on a delicious journey in this immersive and chocolate making tour. See, taste, feel, hear and smell the transformation of cocoa beans to chocolate on this fun tour. And leave with your own hand-molded chocolate!

Inclusions: Private tour, Local taxes, Chocolate tour with Complimentary Prosecco, water, Professional Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan/private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to Zugspitze (your guide will help you to purchase the tickets), Gratuities

Reviewed By VeteranTrvlr

Wonderful tour by a knowledgeable guide before the castle tour! He had obviously done his research and was able to add more, and more historically accurate, details. Lots of "fun" facts, too (I had no idea what BMW stood for or why the logo looks looks like it does. I do now!). He knows all the best spots for pictures and the best times to get them in before the next tour groups arrive. Skipping the line for the castle tour tickets was a real plus. Highly recommend!

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