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The 15 Best Day Trips from Munich

60 tours  ·  from $49 a head

Munich sits at the edge of the Alps with Austria an hour and a half away. These 15 day trips cover the royal castles, Salzburg, the Eagle’s Nest and the Zugspitze, with what each costs and how long you spend on the road.

From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip - Hohenschwangau: lunch and a look around
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From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip

1.Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,494 reviews Our pick

Ride from central Munich to Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle, with a stop near Hohenschwangau for lunch and free time. Choose castle tickets in advance or buy them on the coach. Guides such as Ursula, Courtney and Faizan have led the route, which also passes through Oberammergau when conditions allow.

“Enjoyed the bus ride, being able to see the beautiful country side as we made trip out. Our guide Hanae was wonderful. Our driver, Filip, provided refreshments in addition to transportation.”

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Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle-Fairytale Day Tour from Munich - Linderhof: Rococo rooms and garden paths
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Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle-Fairytale Day Tour from Munich

2.Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle-Fairytale Day Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,275 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Leave central Munich by coach at 8:30 am for Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle, with a scenic drive through Oberammergau. You get guided castle visits, time for gardens, lunch and views from Mary’s Bridge, plus a guide’s commentary on the way. The classic option charges castle admission separately; the upgrade includes tickets, snacks and drinks.

“Amazing experience! The tour guide, Johnny, was very enthusiastic, entertaining and fun. The private tour had less people, tickets were included and we were able to visit all 3 key attractions in one day. Definitely worth it!”

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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich by Train - A serious subject, in changing weather
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich by Train

3.Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,637 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $64

Travel from Munich to Dachau by local train and bus with a guide, then spend about three hours at the memorial site. You’ll see the camp gate, exhibition center, reconstructed barracks, cells, guard houses, and memorials while hearing about Dachau’s history and its role as a model for other camps. Guides have included Jake, Nicola, Aileen, and Nick.

“It was a bitterly cold day and of course the subject matter was depressing which may have affected our experience. The guide was very knowledgeable and everything ran on time.”

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Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich - Reaching Neuschwanstein on foot
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Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich

4.Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,117 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Munich to Neuschwanstein with a guide who brings King Ludwig II’s story to life. You’ll have skip-the-line access, time for the castle, and, if weather allows, Mary’s Bridge. The €24 adult admission fee is extra, and the day includes an uphill walk of about 30 minutes.

“A scenic bus ride to Neuschwanstein Castle. The castle is very interesting but not all rooms were finished. We had a long walk to the castle but enjoyed it with others on the tour and a cafe outside of the castle. A very worthwhile tour!”

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From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip - The climb rewards you with the famous castle view
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From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip

5.Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,977 reviews · 10 hours · from $93

Travel from central Munich to Neuschwanstein and Füssen by train or bus, with a guide to explain King Ludwig II and Bavaria along the way. You’ll have time for castle viewpoints and the surrounding area, plus the option to pay €24 for the castle’s interior tour. Guides have included Anna, Lana, Nic, and Charlie.

“It’s a smooth and enjoyable trip led by guide Nic who is so friendly and humorous! Even though castle tour is only 30 minutes, we feel it’s worthwhile as the interior is magnificent. I am happy to view the actual castle of Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella. We enjoyed listening to the enchanting history and Nic’s stories. Itinerary is just nice, not too rushed, perfect timing I would say. The doughnuts sold just down the slope below the castle are SO super yummy, must-try! €4 for 3, only cash accepted. We took the shuttle bus up to the bridge and it was a very nice walk down. For those who are…”

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From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Day Tour - Walking through the former camp
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From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Day Tour

6.Dachau Memorial Site Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,723 reviews · 5 hours · from $49

Travel by public transport from Munich’s Marienplatz to Dachau Memorial for a five-hour English-language visit. Your guide leads you through the former barracks, cells, gas chamber area, and museum, where prisoner accounts and photographs add human detail. Guides have included Aileen, Thomas, Alex, Mat, and Jessie, though the guide for your date may differ.

“Our tour guide Michael was extremely knowledgeable and very passionate about the history, the good the bad and the ugly.”

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From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Half-Day Trip - The museum and film add context
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From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Half-Day Trip

7.Dachau Memorial Site Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,526 reviews · 5 hours · from $62

This five-hour trip from Radius Tours in Munich takes you by train and bus to Dachau Memorial Site. An English-speaking guide leads a three-hour visit to the surviving buildings and museum, with an English-language documentary. Guides such as Nick, Patricia and Jake have led tours, but your guide may vary.

“A somber, but well-informed tour of Dachau. Learned a lot and was able to appreciate the atrocities that occurred at this concentration camp. Would recommend.”

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Premium Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof VIP Tour from Munich - Oberammergau: a short village pause
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Premium Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof VIP Tour from Munich

8.Premium Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof VIP Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,480 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $227Top rated

From Karlsplatz, an English-speaking guide leads you by comfortable coach to Neuschwanstein, Oberammergau, and Linderhof. Castle admission and timed entry are included, along with snacks, drinks, and an onboard restroom. Expect grand Alpine views, a short village stop, and plenty of walking, especially at Neuschwanstein.

“This was a wonderful tip! The staff was very knowledgeable and made sure we were well taken care of! Highly recommend for solo travelers, families and anyone that wants to have a fun safe time seeing the castle and some other spots!”

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Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich - Oberammergau from the coach
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Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich

9.Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,756 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $91

Travel by air-conditioned coach from central Munich to Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle, with an English-speaking guide and a brief bus tour through Oberammergau. Castle admission costs extra, and time at Neuschwanstein includes room for lunch and the uphill walk. Guides have included Elizabeth, Christine, and Alberto.

“Gorgeous! Rather rushed because we were among the last tours of the day but what a magnificent time. It snowed so the roads were slushy, which meant buses could not run, and the horse drawn ride was over an hour wait. The castle was opulent. Lots of stairs! Fantastic views. We enjoyed it and Sybille, our guide told us many interesting facts while Gürtsl, our driver did a spectacular job navigating. The Alps were showing, too and Linderhof in snow was magical.”

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From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Full-Day Tour - Four hours at a place that needs context
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From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Full-Day Tour

10.Dachau Memorial Site Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,406 reviews · from $51

Travel from Marienplatz to Dachau with an English-speaking, Memorial-qualified guide. Spend about four hours at the site, including the Jourhaus, Appellplatz, Bunker, barracks, and Barrack X. Guides such as Sam, Adam, and Marcin are praised for clear, sensitive explanations. The six-hour outing includes train and bus fares, but no hotel pickup.

“Sam was a wonderful tour guide. Extremely knowledge and friendly. We got so much out of our visit. Very powerful and moving. Highly recommend and many thanks to Sam.”

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Romantic Road, Rothenburg, and Harburg Day Tour from Munich - Rothenburg: make your own route
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Romantic Road, Rothenburg, and Harburg Day Tour from Munich

11.Romantic Road, Rothenburg, and Harburg Day Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,376 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $95

Leave central Munich at 8:30 am by air-conditioned coach for Harburg Castle and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. An English-speaking guide handles the day, with an optional English-language castle tour for an extra fee. You get free time to eat and explore Rothenburg independently, then return to the same meeting point.

“Great experience, excellent driver Thomas and guide Monica. Very helpful and friendly. Great scenery and very interesting.”

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From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip by Van - Neuschwanstein is grand, crowded and worth seeing
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From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip by Van

12.Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip by Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,177 reviews · 10 hours · from $147

Pure Bavaria Tours takes you from Munich to Neuschwanstein in a van for up to eight people, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide and a castle visit. The day also brings countryside stops, Wieskirche, a walk to Marienbrücke and a Bavarian farm for cheese and sausages. Guides include Armin, Mario and Tom. Castle entry and lunch cost extra.

“Amin was an excellent Tout Guide! Apart from the fact that he was on time he was very knowledgeable and pleasant, made it easy for the group to bond with each other and was generally very helpful. I took the particular excursion because I didn’t want to rush to see too many things and yes I felt that I had enough time to take photos without rushing. Too bad it was not during a day where the cheese farm was open (we didn’t go there but to a brewery instead but I knew this beforehand). Overall I really liked the whole experience!😊”

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Berchtesgaden and Eagle's Nest Day Tour from Munich - The mountain road, tunnel, and elevator to the Eagle’s Nest
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Berchtesgaden and Eagle’s Nest Day Tour from Munich

13.Berchtesgaden and Eagle’s Nest Day Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,077 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $76

Leave Munich at 8:30am on an air-conditioned coach for Obersalzberg and the Eagle’s Nest. A guide such as Ursula, Beatrix, Johnny, or Courtney may lead the day. Expect a special mountain bus and elevator, panoramic terrace views, time for lunch, and an optional visit to the Documentation Center. Eagle’s Nest access costs extra, and weather can change the plan.

“This was by far the best tour we took in Germany. Our only regret was not wearing our hiking shoes for better traction walking up the hillside. Beatrix was our guide and did a wonderful job recreating and telling us the history of Eagles Nest. Even if you are not interested in Hitler's get away, which he did not like, The views of the Alps from the top of the mountain was well worth the trip.”

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Early-Start Dachau Memorial Half-Day Tour from Munich - A short pause at the visitors’ center
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Early-Start Dachau Memorial Half-Day Tour from Munich

14.Early-Start Dachau Memorial Half-Day Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 942 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $62

Travel from Karlsplatz to Dachau by train and shuttle bus, then walk the memorial with a certified guide specializing in Holocaust history. The two-hour tour covers Roll-call Square, the museum, and key site areas, followed by free time to revisit exhibits or browse the bookshop. Guides have included Jamie, Tom, Aline, and Scott, though assignments can vary.

“The tour was very well managed, and the tour guide Aline was phenomenal. So knowledgeable, but she also made sure not to overwhelm with details, and gave us all quiet time to absorb the history.”

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Full-Day Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich - Four hours at Dachau Memorial Site
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Full-Day Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich

15.Full-Day Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 897 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $48Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide on Marienplatz, then travel by train and bus to Dachau. On site, expect a serious, guided look at the camp’s history, prisoner life, memorials, crematoriums, and gas chamber. Guides such as Aileen, Keith, Adam, Marcin, and Tom have led tours, though your guide is assigned on the day.

“Overwhelming experience that is imperative to have knowledge of the past in order to not repeat the past.”

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