My wife and I were in Munich and took a train out to Dachau. It was an interesting tour. You see…read morethe crematorium and some rebuilt barracks and a lot of history of the first concentration camp. Our tour guide was very good and seemed to enjoy his job. The tour does not take you to some of the areas, but there are plenty of displays in those as well. The visitor center is also pretty nice and helpful service. Worth a half day trip while in Munich.

Dachau was one of the first concentration camps and was the longest running one spanning from early…read more1933 to 1945. I have been to other camps around Europe, but this one was larger than the others that I've seen. They all are similar in that it is very sobering and sad to walk amongst these sites where so many atrocities occurred. It's insane to visit a place like this and to realize there are people on this planet that believe this is fake and never happened. It's free to enter and is a short drive from Munich. There are many different buildings and outdoor areas to walk amongst, the main ones being the small museum, the barracks, and the worst of all which was the gas chamber. This place is absolutely packed with history and is a very important educational experience for everyone. It's important that these crimes aren't forgotten and hopefully prevented in the future. It's honestly a sad visit but I would definitely recommend that everyone should visit this site at least once. Understanding history is the best way to prevent it from occurring again so it's really important that these lessons aren't forgotten and that these victims are remembered.

One of the better ways to spend a day in Munich, especially with kids. The Deutsches Museum sits on…read morea small island in the Isar and covers pretty much every corner of science and technology, and what makes it stand out is how much of it you can actually touch and interact with: cranks to turn, experiments to run, buttons that do things. It's not just cases full of objects behind glass. Depending on your party and how they like these type of things, plan for at least half a day; the place is enormous and easy to get lost in, which is half the fun. The kids' sections held up well for the younger ones, and the aviation and engineering exhibits kept the adults just as occupied. You can bring in food and some of the areas allow food and drinks so bring your lunch and find a place in the halls to sit if you want to. Buy your ticket online before you go. The walk-up queue when we visited was long enough to lose a meaningful chunk of your day, and there's no reason to stand in it. Depending on which ticket type you get, you may need to stop at the information desk to convert to a paper ticket before entry, which nobody tells you upfront. Some visitors seemed to go straight through; we did not. Either way, sort that out before you walk to the entry gate or you'll end up backtracking.

We spent a full five hours here yesterday and it was amazing. Most of our time went into the…read morechemistry, music, mathematics, and health sections--so much to learn, so little time. We arrived around 11 a.m., which worked out perfectly and gave us enough time to explore most of the exhibits. The cafeteria was extremely crowded with limited seating, probably because it's peak holiday season. The food was fine--typical cafeteria fare. Next time we're in Munich, I'd happily come back to see the exhibits we missed. My teenage kids even said this is the best museum they've ever visited, and they've been to many museums around the world. Definitely a memorable experience for all of us.

NOTE - they end up closing an hour early and will also pressure you to not buy a ticket if there…read moreare only two hours left in the day. That being said, if you're a speed walker/museum goer, you could see the treasury in an hour. If you enjoy art and seeing trinkets, I think this museum is a great place to spend your time. I could spend an hour or 5. It really depends on the person.

We spent our day in Munich, exploring the surroundings and really wanted to go to the palace. This…read moreis a great experience. Expect to spend at least 2 to 3 hours if you're willing to read and listen to the audio historical information. This is well worth the trip. A short walk from our hotel. And you get to go through the English gardens.

As far as aviation museums go, this one is stunning ! It is an adjunct of the very famous…read moreDeutsches Museum of Technology closer to downtown Munich. No doubt about it, the Flugwerft Schleissheim museum is a fantastic aviation museum in its own right. Entry to the museum involves parting with a few Euros, 6 or 8, but the value is outstanding. There is an elevated walkway from which you can view a magnificently restored and suspended Heinkel bomber, only 2 meters away, in full flight. Other exhibits are far too numerous to mention, but they range from one-of-a-kind aircraft to several fine examples of American-manufactured planes in Luftwaffe livery, a sight to behold for aviation fanatics like me. There is no way to take in this museum in only a few hours, so plan on the better part of a day to enjoy it. The on-going restoration area is off-limits, for obvious reasons, but can be viewed from the elevated walkway. There is also a small coffee shop for snacks and a caffeine jolt, not that you will need one, after being energized by the exhibits. A full inventory listing and description go exhibits can be found on the official website:www.deutsches-museum.de/flugwerft. It's a little hard to find, and you must rely on your navigation unit or a local resident to help you find this unassuming building. However, once inside, it becomes world class. If you are an aviation enthusiast, do not miss this museum while visiting Munich.

This was a tough visit since the content is so heavy but well worthwhile to learn and reflect. The…read moretiming was right before the US elections which made it even harder. I learned a lot of details what were not shared in my American history classes. I would recommend a visit but plan for something upbeat after.

I'd read a NY Times article about the museum when it opened (4 1/2 years ago) - and here's the…read morelink: https://www.nytimes.com/2015/05/02/world/europe/munich-museum-is-another-step-in-acknowledging-the-citys-nazi-past.html We visited the museum on October 9 and it was incredibly worthwhile; the information is quite extensive and informative. There's a *humongous* amount of reading involved (on huge panels and on multiple floors), with lots of photos accompanying the information. Also, everything is translated into English. If you want to read everything (which we did) and really absorb it, you'll need several hours. It's not a museum for the casual visitor. Admission is currently free, and there's a good (somewhat small) bookstore.

I understand that historical sites feel that they need to do special things to attract The Youths…read moreor an otherwise more diverse group of attendees. But the historical significance of this castle -- now in ruins -- was somewhat muddied for us by the presence of the high-line bridge over the highway and the seasonal light show throughout the castle itself. It just felt like a tourist trap. If you go, focus on the signage and really focus on how this place was staffed and operated (and why) and you might get a sense of the emptiness of the place. Don't necessarily listen to the people selling the tickets, who are trying to upsell you on the complete experience (and the complete ticket price). The castle (and the high-wire bridge) are on Level One, and the cafe and a 360 degree view are on Level Two, each requiring different ticket prices. (Also, apparently, their "largest tree," which they offered as an incentive for us to go to Level Two on a rainy, misty day with zero view.)

I don't know how to talk about this experience without weeping. This place is a site to remember…read morethose who died for no other reason than hate. The curators of this museum have done an extraordinary job of simply allowing people to witness the travesty that happened here. While some items were rebuilt it does not take away from the unsettling feeling of this place. The documentary did a nice job of making it accessible to young people. At some point every person should pay respect to survivors of the Holocaust. Some of us are fortunate enough to do so in person. It isn't fun but it's necessary.

Wish I took more pictures of this fantastic garden. I am ecstatic that my husband and I took the…read moretime to walk from our hotel to the English Garden. We brought sandwiches, snacks and water which made for a little picnic. The garden is enormous and beautifully maintained. Wish we had gardens such as this in the USA. I think this may even be bigger than the Central Park in NYC - most certainly safer! We went on a Monday but it was still full of people. From what it seems, it's a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Locals wade into the water and there are even some spots where they surf! I believe there's even a lifeguard in one of the areas. They don't just let anyone surf though and there are some warning signs about its dangers. Hubby and I were able to find a bench in the shade where we just enjoyed the scenery for a while. It was perfect for our jet lag recovery The park is also within walking distance from many other landmarks in Munich, such as The Residence, the Odeonsplatz, Mariensplatz, The Munich Cathedral, among many others.

This park is larger than Central Park and is arguably the largest park in Europe. We only spent a…read morefew hours with our bikes exploring, but we were thrilled with what we discovered around every turn. There's a beautiful river with plenty of waterfront space to relax and even a place to watch surfers practicing. There's a huge beer garden by the Chinese Tower, great for a break or people watching. There's lots of well maintained pathways for walking snd bikes. Munich residents are lucky to have this space!