The city of Oktoberfest and BMW — Bavarian royal heritage paired with Germany's premier beer culture. The Glockenspiel of Marienplatz, surfers in the English Garden, and the university quarter of Schwabing showcase a blend of tradition and modernity. A gateway for Alpine day trips, Munich lets you experience the Bavarian lifestyle in beer gardens.
Best Season
May-October is ideal. Oktoberfest in September-October is the world's largest beer festival, and December Christmas markets are renowned.
Budget
Daily budget around 120,000-220,000 KRW (accommodation 70,000-140,000, meals 30,000-50,000, transport and entry 20,000-30,000).
Transport
About 40 minutes by S-Bahn from Munich Airport to the city center. U-Bahn, S-Bahn, and trams make getting around easy. Prepaid SIMs are available at the airport (Aldi Talk, Lebara, etc., about EUR 10-15/week). Card payments are widely accepted, but some beer gardens are cash-only, so carry some cash. Tipping 5-10% at restaurants is standard.
Visa
Korean passport holders can enter visa-free for up to 90 days under the Schengen Agreement.
Safety
Generally a safe city, but watch for pickpockets and intoxicated revelers during Oktoberfest.
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Signature food of Munich
Schweinshaxe
🍱 TraditionalRoasted pork knuckle with crispy crackling skin — a Bavarian classic enjoyed with beer. About EUR 15-22. Augustiner Keller in the old town or Hofbräuhaus are popular spots.
Weisswurst
🍱 TraditionalWhite veal sausages eaten with sweet mustard and a pretzel — a traditional Bavarian breakfast. About EUR 8-12 for 2 with pretzel. Enjoy them with a beer at the Viktualienmarkt, as tradition dictates.
Obatzda
🍱 TraditionalA Bavarian cheese dip of Camembert blended with butter, onion, and paprika. About EUR 6-10. The authentic way is to enjoy it with pretzels and beer at a Biergarten.