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Munich is a truly beautiful city, ideal for friends, couples and families. It takes very little time to realize how much a “family friendly” place can be.
The immense parks and green spaces. Play areas scattered almost everywhere. Museums and attractions that invite children to explore. And, of course, the proximity to one of the country’s most popular theme parks: Legoland .
Here are some places not to be missed, in case you are on holiday with children in Munich.
DEUTSCHE MUSEUM
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Know. To discover. To explore. The Deutsche Museum is ideal for the family. You will have to spend at least half a day there to visit the 6 floors of the complex, for a total of about 25,000 square meters.
Adults and children can explore one of the most interesting science museums on the European scene. The museum is really vast and well organized. The sections are really numerous. And, many, are the collections and reproductions. True masterpieces of science and technology. Boats, submarines, warplanes. The replica of a well. There is even a reproduction of an old 19th century mine. On the top floor, the planetarium awaits you with the spectacle of the stars, and a beautiful view of the city.
Really super recommended for the quality and quantity of the proposals. Not to be missed during your holidays with children in Munich.
The museum is open every day from 09:00 to 17:00. Admission is allowed up to 30 minutes before closing.
The ticket for adults costs €15 (reduced, €8). The affordable FAMILY TICKET is available for the whole family; costs €31 and is valid for two adults and all children up to 17 years.
For info and updates is available the official site from this link.
HELLABRUNN ZOO
For a perfect holiday with children in Munich, the zoo is a must.
The place is easily accessible by public transport. Numerous trams arrive in the area. With the U-Bahn, you have to take line 3 and get off at the Thalkirchen (Tierpark) stop.
Hellabrunn Zoo is really beautiful, well-kept and well organized. The animals roam freely in huge areas within the park. To the delight of the little ones.
Founded in 1911, the Zoo was born with the aim of creating a sort of real nature reserve. Thanks to a vast series of natural moats, the visit is very similar to what you might enjoy on a safari.
At the Zoo you will be able to admire elephants, tigers, polar bears. The little ones will be able to play with the goats, and admire the many birds within the immense green area.
Entertainment, and fun, guaranteed for young and old.
Hellabrun Zoo is open every day from 09:00 to 18:00.
The entrance fee, for adults (aged 14 and over), is €18. Children from 4 to 14 years old pay €7.
There are also special tickets for families. The SMALL FAMILY ticket, costs € 22, and is valid for an adult and a child up to 14 years old.
The LARGE FAMILY ticket costs € 39 and is valid for both parents and children up to 14 years old.
Please note that to take advantage of the FAMILY rates it is mandatory to show a document certifying that the components are located in the same residential area. Info and updates on the official website.
ENGLISHER GARTEN
For a short or long break, the Englischer Garten, is ideal. It is the green lung of the city. A huge natural expanse that extends from the center to the outskirts. With an area of 373 hectares, it is one of the largest city parks in the world. You can stroll in the large green spaces that alternate with streams and lakes. Strange as it may seem, surfing is also practiced here!
The English garden is one of the most popular and popular in the Bavarian city. Especially in summer.
Of course, there is no shortage of other activities suitable for the whole family during holidays with children in Munich. A visit to the splendid Viktualienmarkt food market; or, alternatively, that of Elisabethmarkt . Maximiliansanlagen, for a walk or relaxing in the sun in summer. This and other info, available at this link.