Schwabing Travel Guide
Munich
Popular places to visit
English Garden
Escape the city and head to one of the world’s largest urban parks, which has lakes and meadows, as well as beer gardens and a variety of interesting relics.
Leopoldstrasse
Leopoldstrasse is just one of the places to see in Munich, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.
Siegestor
You can find out about the history of Munich with a visit to Siegestor. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Muenchner Freiheit
Find out about the history of Munich with a stop at Muenchner Freiheit. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Wedekindplatz
You can find out about the history of Munich with a stop at Wedekindplatz. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Kleinhesseloher See
Find out about the history of Munich when you spend time at Kleinhesseloher See. Discover the area's lively breweries and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Royal Castles - Day Trip to Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Palace from Munich
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour with Train from Munich
Hop-On Hop-Off Tour CitySightseeing Munich
Munich: Magic Bavaria - Museum of Fun, Selfies and Illusions
Third Reich & WWII Walking Tour
Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour
Top hotels in Schwabing
Munich Marriott Hotel
Breakfast menu was limited . Didn’t use bar. Room was clean. Nowhere to hang used towels. Check in was late. Staff front desk very helpful . Hotel is too busy what compromised a Marriott quality that we expected
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
PLAZA Premium München
I enjoyed my stay; everyone was friendly and spoke English. The breakfast menu had a good selection. The rooms were clean
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Maritim Hotel München
Very poor breakfast. People from the street with their bags were allowed at 6 30 to eat inside!!!. Very, very disappointed.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
KING's HOTEL Center Superior
great location. 10-15 min walk to the old city. Ten minutes max walk from the main train station amazing little courtyard to have coffee etc staff was always pleasant and very helpful room was spacious and bed firm comfy 5-7 min walk to airport express bus.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hilton Munich Airport
Absolutely Wonderful! We stay there every time we fly out or in! Superb location, great property all-around! Cleanliness, amenities, bar, food, perfect comfort and relaxation right before and/or after a long flight!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
All ok
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Schwabing
Maxvorstadt
Travellers love Maxvorstadt for its popular shops, and you can see more of Munich by jumping on the metro at Schellingstraße Station or Pinakotheken Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Koenigsplatz and Lowenbrau.
Königsplatz
Restaurants, spas and gardens highlight some notable features of Königsplatz. Make a stop by Koenigsplatz or Kunstareal München while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Konigsplatz U-Bahn or Ottostraße Tram Stop to get around town.
Graggenau
Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Graggenau. Top attractions like Marienplatz and National Theater are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Nationaltheater Tram Stop or Kammerspiele Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Lehel
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Lehel. Spend some time visiting top spots like GOP Variete-Theater Muenchen, and catch the metro at Maxmonument Tram Station or Lehel U-Bahn to see more of the area.
Kreuzviertel
Noted for its breweries and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzviertel. Top attractions like Marienplatz and Karlsplatz - Stachus are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Lehel
Marienplatz and Rathaus-Glockenspiel are top sights in Altstadt-Lehel, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more sights in the area.
