Schwabing Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Schwabing
Popular places to visit
English Garden
Discover the charms of one of the world’s largest urban parks, which offers lake boating, horse riding and even some surfing around a picturesque, manicured landscape.
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 fascinating museums.
Wedekindplatz
You can find out about the history of Munich with a stop at Wedekindplatz. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
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.
Activities
Royal Castles - Day Trip to Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Palace from Munich
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour with Train from Munich
Dachau Small-Group Half-Day Tour from Munich By Train
Hop-On Hop-Off Tour CitySightseeing Munich
Third Reich & WWII Walking Tour
Munich: Magic Bavaria - Museum of Fun, Selfies and Illusions
Our pick of the best Schwabing Hotel Deals
Munich Marriott Hotel
"Problème avec climatisation de la chambre pendant 4 nuits J’aimais résolu, très déçu, mal dormi pour une hôtel de cette catégorie Dernière fois à cette hôtel pour nous"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
PLAZA Premium München
"Room was a bit tight for two people with luggage. Many spots that did not look like they were cleaned properly. Staff were nice and helpful. Located close to subway."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Premier Inn München City Schwabing
Holiday Inn - the niu, Loco Munich North by IHG
"Great value, clean, close to subway station"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Maritim Hotel München
"Heart of the city, right off the main metro line. Front desk and bar staff were friendly and helpful. Maid service was horrible. Took a tip first day and it only seemed to build contempt for us. Not at all a safe neighborhood, pick pockets routinely in handcuffs on the street, tons of beggers, and ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
KING's HOTEL Center Superior
"Close to the train station but on a quiet street. Very clean and comfortable rooms with air conditioning"
Reviewed on 2 June 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 Pinakothek der Moderne and Koenigsplatz.
Königsplatz
Restaurants, spas and gardens highlight some notable features of Königsplatz. Make a stop by Koenigsplatz or Glyptothek 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 St-Anna-Platz, 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 Kaufingerstrasse 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 Kaufingerstrasse 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.
